Trifecta for Optimal Health - Part 1: Blood Sugar Balance

Let’s talk about what I call the Trifecta for Optimal Health - blood sugar balance, sleep, and poop. These are foundational non-negotiables when it comes to addressing the root causes of health concerns.

Functional Nutrition is a holistic approach to health – meaning the WHOLE body. All things matter. Everything in the body is connected. 

With the blood sugar balance, sleep, and poop trifecta, if any of these three key components is out of sync, the body will suffer. Conversely, if this trifecta is in sync, you may be shocked by how amazing you can feel! 

Let’s start with blood sugar. You might be thinking, “but I don’t have diabetes, why should I care about blood sugar?” 

Blood sugar balance matters for all of us. Here are a few reasons why:

• It regulates energy levels and prevents energy crashes.
• It provides satiety and helps manage cravings.
• It helps regulate stress, mood, and mental clarity.
• It reduces inflammation.
  
  

So what can you do about it?

Here are 3 non-negotiables for keeping your blood sugar balanced throughout the day.

1. Always include a mix of protein/fat/fiber with every meal or snack. This slows digestion which helps keep blood sugar levels balanced. When your blood sugar stays balanced, you won’t experience extreme energy highs and subsequent lows which lead you feeling depleted and running for a quick sugar fix (which then perpetuates the cycle). Opt for whole food forms of protein, fat, and fiber whenever possible.

2. Always eat breakfast within 1 hour of waking up. Make sure your breakfast includes a mix of protein/fat/fiber. 

Here are some of my favorite breakfast ideas:

• 2-3 eggs, ½ an avocado, and a handful of berries
• Protein smoothie with high quality protein, milk, baby carrots, frozen blueberries, dark leafy greens, and chia seeds
• Unsweetened oatmeal with a scoop of unflavored collagen, walnuts, ground flax, cinnamon, and a tsp of pure maple syrup or stevia
• Whole milk plain Greek yogurt, sliced almonds, vanilla extract, and berries
  
  

3. Always plan ahead and keep healthy snacks with you that, you guessed it!, include a mix of protein/fat/fiber.

Some of my favorite snacks for on the go include: 

• Nuts (almonds or unsweetened trail mix)
• Turkey or salmon jerky
• Apple or banana with almond/peanut butter (or a handful of nuts)
• Packets of tuna or salmon
• Seeds (sunflower or pumpkin seeds)
• Hard boiled eggs

Key points to remember: 

• Include protein/fat/fiber at every meal or snack. Eat within 1 hour of waking up. Plan ahead.
• Blood sugar balance is essential for optimal energy, satiety, mood, and reducing inflammation.  
  
  

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