#4: Understanding Glucose Dynamics: Insulin Sensitivity throughout the Menstrual Cycle with Marie-Luise Huber

Send us Fan MailUnderstanding Hormonal Cycles, Glucose Monitoring, and Female HealthJoin Judith Mueller in another episode of Biohacking Eve: Health Optimisation for Women, as she interviews Marie-Luise Huber, Head of Nutrition at Hello Inside. Discover the crucial roles of insulin, cortisol, oestrogen, and progesterone in the menstrual cycle and how they impact glucose levels. Learn about the benefits of Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) in understanding individual metabolic responses and hear insights from Marie-Luise's personal experience with CGM during pregnancy. The discussion also covers the impact of stress, sleep, and nutrition on glucose levels, alongside actionable tips for maintaining a healthy lifestyle tailored to women’s unique needs.Linkshttps://helloinside.com/enhttps://www.instagram.com/helloinsideofficial/https://www.instagram.com/marieluise.huber/Timestamp Highlights00:00 Understanding Key Hormones: Insulin and Cortisol00:10 The Female Cycle: Oestrogen and Progesterone00:34 Insulin Sensitivity and Energy Use During the Cycle01:36 Introduction to Biohacking Eve02:01 Meet Marie-Luise Huber: Nutrition Expert02:56 Hello Inside: Personalised Nutrition for Women03:47 Continuous Glucose Monitoring Insights05:14 Cortisol and Stress Response06:45 Long-term Stress and Health Implications09:00 Hormones and Biochemical Pathways11:12 Impact of Stress on Reproductive Health12:17 Optimal Glucose Levels and Monitoring14:36 CGM vs Finger Prick Tests19:28 Low-Carb Diets and Glucose Levels25:22 Hormonal Cycles and Insulin Resistance29:57 Prostaglandins, Cravings, and Cramps32:53 Breaking the Habit Cycle for Better Health33:17 Pregnancy and Glucose Monitoring34:07 Managing Blood Sugar During Pregnancy37:32 Postpartum Glucose Challenges38:54 The Impact of Sleep on Glucose Levels40:48 Practical Tips for Managing Cravings43:05 Preventing Gestational Diabetes45:52 The Role of Carbs in Pregnancy47:42 Insights from Continuous Glucose Monitoring50:34 Personalised Nutrition and CGM59:17 Comparing Hello Inside with Other Platforms01:02:29 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsInsta/TikTok: @BiohackingEveWebsite: www.BiohackingEve.com