How the Same Meal Can Spike Your Blood Sugar One Day and Not the Next

Send us Fan MailYou ate the same thing you always eat and your blood sugar came back higher than usual. Sound familiar? In this episode, Russ breaks down exactly why your glucose response to the same meal can change from one day to the next, and why that random spike is not a failure. It is information. Tune in to learn the seven most common culprits behind inconsistent blood sugar readings, what to do right after a spike happens, and how to stop guessing and start understanding what your body is actually telling you.In This EpisodeWhy your blood sugar response to food is not fixedHow poor sleep increases insulin resistance the very next dayThe role cortisol and stress play in post-meal glucose spikesWhy meal timing affects your numbers before you even take a biteWhat portion creep is and how it quietly changes your resultsHow movement after meals is one of your most powerful blood sugar toolsWhat to do in the 15 minutes right after a spikeResources & Links MentionedBook a complimentary 15 to 20 minute discovery call: www.russpowellnutrition.com/bookLearn more about working with Russ: www.russpowellnutrition.comRead the full blog post on this topic: www.russpowellnutrition.com/blogInsurance & PaymentRuss accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, and UnitedHealthcare insurance plans. HSA and FSA payments are also welcome. Not sure if you qualify? Book a discovery call and we will figure it out together.Work With RussIf you are ready to stop guessing and start building a blood sugar strategy that actually fits your life, Russ works with a small number of clients at a time so you get the focused, personalized attention your health deserves. Book your complimentary discovery call at www.russpowellnutrition.com/book and let's talk about what is possible for you.Connect With RussWebsite: www.russpowellnutrition.comEmail: [email protected]: Blood Sugar Unfiltered on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeart RadioEnjoyed This Episode?Subscribe so you never miss a new episode, and if you have a moment, leave a review. It helps more people find the show and gets this information into the hands of the people who need it most. New episodes drop every two weeks.