Blood Sugar Balance: Tips for Stabilizing Levels and Recognizing Hidden Symptoms
In this episode, Dr. Alfred Alessi and Matt Tack introduce Health Decoded and the Alessi Total Care Program before diving into the critical topic of blood sugar. They discuss the symptoms, effects, and often hidden signs of blood sugar imbalances. The episode highlights early warning signs and essential tests for detecting blood sugar issues. Listeners are provided with comprehensive tips to stabilize blood sugar, emphasizing the importance of sleep, stress management, and strength training as pillars of control. The role of supplements in managing blood sugar is also explored. The episode wraps up with final thoughts on maintaining healthy habits, listener engagement, and additional resources, concluding with contact information and outro.
Key Points
- Functional medicine emphasizes the importance of context and comprehensive testing over standard snapshots like fasting glucose for a more accurate picture of health.
- Blood sugar imbalances can lead to a range of issues beyond diabetes, including fatigue, anxiety, weight gain, brain fog, and hormone problems.
- Practical strategies such as prioritizing protein and fat in meals, managing stress and sleep, and incorporating regular strength training can significantly help stabilize blood sugar levels.
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Transcript
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