#48 The Impact of Stress on Blood Sugar + How to Effectively Balance Your Levels with Nutrition Expert Bryan Bradford
In this conversation, Brian Bradford discusses the impact of stress on blood sugar and the role of cortisol in blood sugar regulation. He emphasizes the importance of balanced blood sugar for overall health and weight loss. Brian provides two key principles for blood sugar control: eating something every two to four hours and combining carbohydrates with proteins and fats. He also clarifies the differences between carbohydrates, proteins, and fats and highlights the need to differentiate between fruits and vegetables. Brian suggests using the glycemic index as a tool to choose lower glycemic impact foods. In this part of the conversation, Bryan and Niki discuss the importance of balancing carbs and sugars in the diet, the role of movement and exercise in managing blood sugar levels, the benefits of supplementation for blood sugar support, and the Life Seasons Glucose Stability formula. They also highlight the significance of adrenal health in relation to blood sugar management. In this conversation, Bryan and Niki discuss the importance of sleep and its impact on blood sugar levels. They also explore strategies for managing blood sugar before bed and the effects of late-night eating on blood sugar. The conversation concludes with two rules for blood sugar regulation.
Takeaways
- Balancing carbs and sugars is crucial for managing blood sugar levels.
- Regular movement and exercise can help regulate blood sugar and reduce stress.
- Supplementation, such as berberine and the Life Seasons Glucose Stability formula, can support blood sugar control.
- Adrenal health plays a significant role in blood sugar management and overall well-being. Getting enough sleep is crucial for blood sugar regulation and overall health.
- Eating a small snack with protein and fat before bed can help stabilize blood sugar levels throughout the night.
- Avoiding late-night eating and choosing balanced meals can prevent blood sugar spikes and crashes.
- Frequent urination during the night may be a sign of blood sugar dysregulation.
Chapters
Introduction and Background
The Impact of Stress on Blood Sugar
The Role of Cortisol in Blood Sugar Regulation
The Importance of Balanced Blood Sugar
The Effect of Caffeine and Skipping Breakfast on Blood Sugar
Principles for Blood Sugar Control
The Importance of Eating Protein and Fat with Carbohydrates
The Impact of Balanced Blood Sugar on Overall Health
Understanding Carbohydrates, Proteins, and Fats
Differentiating Between Fruits and Vegetables
Using the Glycemic Index as a Tool
Balancing Carbs and Sugars
The Role of Movement and Exercise
Supplementation for Blood Sugar Support
Life Seasons Glucose Stability Formula
The Importance of Adrenal Health
The Importance of Sleep and Blood Sugar
Managing Blood Sugar Before Bed
The Impact of Late-Night Eating on Blood Sugar
Frequent Urination and Blood Sugar
Two Rules for Blood Sugar Regulation
