Heal Your Hormones with Dr. Danielle

159. Labs and Tips For Improving Blood Sugar


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    In this episode, Dr. Danielle discusses blood sugar and its impact on hormone balance and fertility. She explains the signs of high blood sugar and insulin resistance, and the importance of getting the right lab tests to determine blood sugar levels. Dr. Danielle also provides tips for improving blood sugar balance, including having a high protein breakfast, ordering meals in a specific way, and incorporating movement after meals. She also mentions the supplement Ovasitol as a helpful option for blood sugar regulation.


    Takeaways

    • High blood sugar and insulin resistance can impact hormone balance and fertility.
    • Signs of high blood sugar include sugar cravings, energy crashes, weight gain, acne, and irregular cycles.
    • Lab tests such as fasting insulin, hemoglobin A1C, and fasting glucose can help determine blood sugar levels and track progress.
    • Tips for improving blood sugar balance include having a high protein breakfast, ordering meals with veggies, protein, and carbs in a specific order, incorporating movement after meals, and considering the supplement Ovasitol.
    • Retesting blood sugar levels every 3-4 months can help monitor progress and make necessary adjustments.

    • Chapters

      • 00:00 Introduction and Giveaway Announcement
      • 02:50 Understanding Blood Sugar and Its Impact
      • 09:38 Insulin Resistance and Blood Sugar Imbalance
      • 25:52 Ordering Meals and Incorporating Movement
      • 29:59 The Role of Ovasitol in Blood Sugar Balance
      • 31:37 Retesting and Tracking Progress
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