How Glucose and Insulin Impact Our Reproductive Health Energized with Dr. Mariza

Pregnancy is hard on your body, and it creates an environment of insulin resistance just because of all the changes that need to happen to create a new life. 
 
But being insulin resistant before pregnancy, constantly riding a rollercoaster of blood sugar spikes and dips, and not being in tune with your body can all lead to complications and greater risk for your own and your baby’s health
 
Tune in today to hear:
 

Why glucose and insulin are so important to watch before, during, and after pregnancy

How PCOS is directly caused by insulin resistance (and how you can reverse it with some simple changes to your daily routine)

What I did to stabilize my insulin because my genetic predisposition for type 2 diabetes and my age put me at a higher risk of developing gestational diabetes

How insulin resistance can actually be a healthy part of pregnancy—and when it goes too far

Simple, daily tips to help you improve insulin sensitivity and stabilize blood sugar (whether you’re thinking of becoming pregnant or not)

And more!

 
Mentioned in this episode:
Shake and Smoothie Guide
 
Essentially You episode #284: What a Continuous Glucose Monitor Taught Me About My Metabolic Health
 
Essentially You episode #286: What You Need to Know About the Relationship Between Blood Sugar Levels and Your Menstrual Cycle
 
Metabolic Restore
 
Adrenal Love


Related Resources:
5 Easy Steps to Help Reverse Insulin Resistance
 
Key Supplements for Insulin Resistance and Healthy Metabolism
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