Normal A1C, Still Crashing: What You’re Missing l Ep 67

Many people are told their A1C is within range and assume their blood sugar is not the problem. But they are still dealing with fatigue, cravings, anxiety, brain fog, and energy crashes.In this episode of the Out of Pocket Podcast, Kat and Andrew break down what A1C actually measures and, more importantly, what it does not. While A1C reflects average glucose exposure over three months, it does not capture daily spikes and crashes that often drive symptoms.They explain why symptoms frequently appear long before A1C trends upward, why blood sugar stability matters more than restriction, and why women in particular often experience swings and lows before anything looks elevated on paper. The episode also explores how stress, under-fueling, meal timing, sleep, training load, and hormonal shifts can influence glucose patterns, even when someone is eating “healthy.”For listeners trying to understand the disconnect between lab results and how they feel day to day, this conversation offers a clearer framework for interpreting both symptoms and numbers.(00:10) Why you can feel awful even when your A1C looks fine(05:21) What A1C actually measures (and what it misses)(08:30) Early blood sugar symptoms most people ignore(12:21) Why lowering A1C doesn’t always fix how you feel(15:40) The simplest way to stabilize blood sugar this weekReady to make sense of your symptoms and hit your goals for life? Get more info on our Alta360 program here - https://altaforlife.com/alta360applicationOrder a comprehensive functional lab here - https://app.altaforlife.com/labsoverview(after checkout, you'll get a confirmation email and text. Mention this podcast in your reply and you'll get a free interpretation call with Kat)Get your free Gut Health Assessment - https://atosolutions.typeform.com/to/VhvLsjG2to get a step by step plan to feel less stuckFollow Andrew https://www.instagram.com/andrewhayeslife/Follow Kat https://www.instagram.com/katbestwellness/