Ep. 026 Balancing Blood Sugar in Perimenopause: Why It Matters and How To Do It

28/10/2024 19 min Temporada 1 Episodio 26
Ep. 026 Balancing Blood Sugar in Perimenopause: Why It Matters and How To Do It

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Send us a textSummaryIn this episode of Fitness Simplified Podcast, Brooke Davis discusses the importance of balancing blood sugar for hormonal health, particularly during perimenopause. She explains how blood sugar levels affect major hormones and outlines actionable strategies for women to stabilize their blood sugar, improve energy levels, and support overall health. The conversation covers the signs of unstable blood sugar, dietary recommendations, the role of exercise, and stress management techniques, emphasizing that small changes can lead to significant health benefits.Keywordshormonal balance, blood sugar, perimenopause, women's health, nutrition, insulin resistance, energy levels, weight management, stress management, healthy eatingTakeawaysBalancing blood sugar is crucial for hormonal support in women of all ages.Frequent blood sugar swings can lead to increased cortisol production.Common signs of unstable blood sugar include energy crashes and cravings.Eating balanced meals with protein, fiber, and healthy fats is essential.Avoiding 'naked carbs' can help stabilize blood sugar levels.Starting the day with a balanced breakfast sets the tone for energy.Hidden sugars in processed foods can spike blood sugar levels.Staying hydrated is important for regulating blood sugar.Regular exercise improves insulin sensitivity and glucose processing.Managing stress is key to maintaining stable blood sugar levels.Chapters00:00Understanding Hormonal Balance and Blood Sugar05:00The Impact of Perimenopause on Blood Sugar06:52Signs of Unstable Blood Sugar07:20Strategies for Balancing Blood Sugar14:30The Role of Exercise and Stress Management17:01Long-term Benefits of Blood Sugar BalanceCoach Brooke Davis Links:Website: elysianwomen.org   LinkedIn: Brooke Davis - Owner - Davis FitnessFacebook: Brooke Davis, CPT Instagram: Brooke Davis  (@brooke_elysian)Free Community: Women's Fitness Simplified: Lean down, tone up, build confidence!Take Our Free Hormone Analysis: https://brookedavis.typeform.com/to/quKUjmTI Book a Discovery Call: https://scheduler.zoom.us/brooke-davis-mjzn71/discovery-callBalancing Blood Sugar: https://www.canva.com/design/DAFdX9b6s8c/DYcTkdBLPR7fRUlBAFoSng/view?utm_content=DAFdX9b6s8c&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor 

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