In this eye-opening episode of The Period Whisperer, I sit down with Wendy Lopez, MS, RDN, CDCES, a leading Registered Dietitian and the co-founder of Food Heaven, to tackle a topic that impacts so many women in perimenopause: blood sugar and insulin resistance. Wendy is passionate about making nutrition accessible, and in this conversation, we dive deep into how hormonal shifts during perimenopause can affect blood sugar and insulin sensitivity.

What you will learn:
 
 🍏 The science behind insulin resistance in perimenopause and how it can lead to pre-diabetes.
 🍏 Key differences between women who have diabetes and those who don’t, and why it’s important to know where you stand.
 🍏 Actionable first steps for improving your blood sugar and insulin sensitivity, so you can take control of your health during perimenopause.

Whether you’re navigating blood sugar issues or simply want to prevent them, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in for a better understanding of how to take charge of your nutrition and metabolism during this important stage of life!

Wendy Lopez, MS, RDN, CDCES As a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Wendy is passionate about accessible and inclusive nutrition education. She is the co-author of the cookbook 28-Day Plant-Powered Health Reboot, the co-host of the Food Heaven Podcast, and the co-founder of Food Heaven, an online platform that provides resources on cooking, intuitive eating, and body respect. She has a food and nutrition column in SELF magazine and is a recipe developer for a number of national food brands.

Learn more from Wendy here: 
 
 Insta: @diabetesdigitalco 

Web: diabetesdigital.co 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@diabetesdigitalco/

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