Episode 12: Foundational Pillar 1 - Understanding + Supporting Blood Sugar Balance + Insulin Resistance

November 05, 2024 00:41:48
Episode 12: Foundational Pillar 1 - Understanding + Supporting Blood Sugar Balance + Insulin Resistance
Empowered Perimenopause With Francesca Liparoti
Episode 12: Foundational Pillar 1 - Understanding + Supporting Blood Sugar Balance + Insulin Resistance

Nov 05 2024 | 00:41:48

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Show Notes

There are 4 main foundational pillars of health that we must address and support if we want to have a much smoother hormonal ride through our 40s. And, if we want to safeguard our health, both now and in the future. 

In this episode I talk about the first of these foundations, which is blood sugar balance and insulin control. Insulin resistance is a big factor in perimenopause symptoms and challenges, both physically and cognitively. It impacts so many of the typical symptoms experienced in our 40s, including brain fog, mood issues, sleep issues, weight gain and belly fat, and even hot flushes and night sweats. 

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