Episode 13: Understanding Insulin: Key to Managing Blood Sugar and Health

Written By Karen Kennedy MS, CN, IFNCP

Delve into the fundamentals of insulin and its critical role in regulating blood sugar levels and metabolic health. Explore how insulin facilitates glucose absorption into cells, the factors contributing to insulin resistance such as high cortisol levels or poor sleep, and effective strategies to improve insulin sensitivity through exercise, muscle building, and stress reduction. Gain insights to empower your health journey and understand the pivotal role of insulin in managing chronic health conditions like metabolic syndrome.

Listeners keen to learn more about this topic might check out Nutrition 101: Metabolic Reset

Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction

0:53 - Insulin Basics

1:57 - Key Takeaways

4:03 - Insulin Function

13:25 - Elevated Insulin Issues

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.

https://www.realfood-matters.net/
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