Episode 11: Why do we care about blood sugar anyways?

Written By Karen Kennedy MS, CN, IFNCP

This is the first part of a Blood Sugar Basics series for listeners who want to understand why we put so much focus on blood sugar. This episode lays a foundation with statistics on blood sugar diseases and why understanding blood sugar is crucial for your overall health beyond diabetes. This episode sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of carbohydrate metabolism and insulin resistance in upcoming episodes.

Karen Kennedy MS, CN, IFNCP

Karen is a certified nutritionist in Washington State who is board certified in integrative and functional nutrition. She specializes in metabolic health and helping people “hack” their blood sugar using continuous glucose monitors.

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