Blood Sugar

Balancing Blood Sugar on a Plant-Based Diet – What You Need to Know

Blood Sugar, Functional Medicine /

A plant-based diet can offer incredible health benefits—from improved digestion and lower inflammation to a reduced risk of chronic disease. But if you’re not careful, it can also lead to blood sugar spikes, cravings, and energy crashes—especially if you’re relying heavily on carbohydrates without enough protein, fat, or fibre. Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, or simply […]

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Decoding Your Functional Blood Work – What Glucose, Insulin, and HbA1c Really Tell You

Blood Sugar, Functional Medicine, Hormones /

Have you ever been told your blood tests are “normal”—but deep down, you know something isn’t right? Many people experience symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, cravings, or stubborn weight gain long before traditional lab tests flag a problem. That’s because standard lab reference ranges are designed to detect disease—not to optimise health or catch early

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Women’s Hormones and Blood Sugar – What You Need to Know at Every Life Stage

Blood Sugar, Hormones /

From puberty to menopause, women experience constant hormonal shifts that influence everything from mood and fertility to metabolism and blood sugar control. While blood sugar is often discussed in the context of diet or diabetes, women’s hormones play a critical, often overlooked role in how your body processes glucose. Understanding how blood sugar and female

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Blood Sugar Crashes – The Hidden Side of Hypoglycaemia

Blood Sugar, Fatigue, Functional Medicine /

  When people think about blood sugar problems, they often picture high blood sugar and insulin resistance. But for many, especially in the early stages of metabolic dysfunction, the opposite is true: blood sugar crashes, also known as reactive hypoglycaemia. If you feel shaky, irritable, anxious, or tired between meals—or if you get a burst

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The Link Between Chronic Inflammation and Blood Sugar Imbalances

Blood Sugar, Inflammation /

Chronic inflammation is a silent driver of many metabolic disorders, including insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. While short-term inflammation is a normal immune response to injury or infection, chronic inflammation becomes a persistent, low-grade process that disrupts metabolic function.Emerging research shows that inflammatory pathways interfere with insulin signaling, glucose metabolism, and fat

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Adrenal Fatigue and Metabolic Dysfunction: How Chronic Stress Impacts Energy, Blood Sugar, and Hormones

Adrenals, Blood Sugar, Cortisol, Fatigue, Functional Medicine, Hormones /

Do you often feel tired but wired, struggle with energy crashes, or experience unexplained weight gain and brain fog? These could be signs of adrenal dysfunction, commonly known as adrenal fatigue. The adrenal glands play a crucial role in regulating cortisol, the body’s primary stress hormone. When stress becomes chronic, the adrenal glands become overworked,

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Chronobiology and Your Health: Why Timing Matters More Than You Think

Adrenals, Blood Sugar, Cortisol, Energy, Fatigue, Functional Medicine, Hormones, Mitochondria, Nutrigenomics /

What if the timing of your meals, sleep, and even supplements was just as important as what you were doing for your health? Welcome to the fascinating field of chronobiology—the science of biological rhythms. More than just a wellness trend, it’s rapidly becoming a cornerstone of functional and naturopathic medicine. If you’ve been feeling tired,

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The Role of Cortisol in Blood Sugar and Metabolism: Understanding the Stress Connection

Blood Sugar, Cortisol, Metabolism /

Cortisol, often referred to as the “stress hormone,” plays a critical role in blood sugar regulation and metabolic function. While cortisol is essential for survival—helping the body respond to stress, regulate blood pressure, and manage inflammation—chronic cortisol elevation can contribute to insulin resistance, blood sugar imbalances, and metabolic dysfunction. In today’s fast-paced world, chronic stress,

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Gut Health and Metabolic Syndrome: The Role of the Microbiome in Blood Sugar Balance

Blood Sugar, Gut Health, Metabolism /

Did you know that your gut bacteria play a major role in how your body regulates blood sugar? The trillions of microbes living in your digestive system influence insulin sensitivity, inflammation, and even cravings.   Imbalances in the gut microbiome have been linked to metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions including insulin resistance, high blood

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Thyroid Health and Blood Sugar: Understanding the Connection

Blood Sugar, Thyroid Health /

The thyroid is one of the body’s most important metabolic regulators, influencing everything from energy levels to weight management and blood sugar balance. When thyroid function is impaired, it can have a profound impact on glucose metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and overall metabolic health. People with hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, or even hyperthyroidism often experience blood sugar

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