In today’s episode we dive deep into the intricacies of managing your blood sugar and well-being with expert insights from Kitty Finklea, a renowned Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Join us as we explore the fascinating phenomenon known as the Dawn Effect. Kitty, a regular guest here unveils the secrets behind the early morning rise in blood sugar levels and offers actionable tips to conquer it.
Understanding Dawn Phenomenon:
Explore the body's natural rise in blood sugar during sleep and its impact on type one diabetes.
Raising Awareness: Learn why discussing this topic is essential for effective blood sugar management.
Managing Stress and Blood Sugar:
Stress's Impact: Kitty reveals how stress, cortisol, and blood sugar are interconnected.
Mindful Breaks: Discover techniques for reducing stress and maintaining stable blood sugar through mindful breaks.
Morning Power Practices:
Embrace Routines: Kitty's guidance on five-minute morning practices like yoga and deep breathing for well-being.
Dawn Phenomenon Management: Understand how these practices contribute to blood sugar control.
Hydration and Diet:
Fluid's Vital Role: Kitty emphasizes hydration's significance for optimal body function and blood sugar regulation.
Choosing Snacks: Gain insights into selecting balanced evening snacks, including protein bars.
Lifestyle Harmony:
Factors Interplay: Explore expert advice on the connection between sleep, stress, and diet.
Align with Rhythms: Discover strategies like fasting exercise and sunlight exposure for lifestyle balance.
Blood Sugar Management Strategies:
Mitigating Spikes: Kitty shares tips like speaking with your doctor on adjusting basal rates and using Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM).
Journaling and Self-Compassion: Uncover journaling's power and self-kindness in diabetes journey.
Walk away with some actionable takeaways:
Practical Checklist: Learn a pre-bed checklist for managing stress, sleep, and hydration.
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