Have you ever felt like your body is working against you when it comes to losing weight? Like you’re doing everything right, eating healthy, and exercising, but the numbers on the scale won’t budge? I know I’ve been there, and it can be frustrating. That’s where metabolic Flexibility comes in.
One of the keys to metabolic Flexibility is optimizing blood sugar and reducing insulin levels. I’ve talked about this before in my YouTube videos, but I still get questions about it nearly every day on social media. So, let’s dive into it.
Reducing insulin focuses on improving satiety, which means you want to restructure your meals. You need to think about the macronutrients you’re consuming and ensure they allow your body to use its fat as fuel. This means eating more animal-based protein and healthy fats while cutting out processed carbohydrates.
I’m not saying you must go completely carb-free, but you want to avoid anything involving flour and sugar. Instead, focus on nutrient-dense whole foods like steak and broccoli, chicken and spinach, or a large salad with fish or shellfish. Get creative and experiment with different types of proteins and non-starchy vegetables. And don’t forget to add some grass-fed butter or ghee for flavor and satiety.
One thing you should be wary of is hidden sugars and seed oils. Avoid anything with soybean, canola, safflower, or cottonseed oils when reading food labels. And steer clear of those carbohydrates that are just glorified candy bars.
Another critical aspect of reducing insulin and optimizing blood sugar is taking short walks after meals. Five to ten minutes of walking can make a big difference in managing your blood sugar. And speaking of blood sugar, you can check it before and after meals to get a better idea of what’s working for your body.
I’ve been wearing a continuous glucose monitor for the past few months, and it’s been eye-opening. I’ve learned that I can’t consume plantains without spiking blood sugar and that my morning blood sugar levels are a powerful predictor of metabolic health. So, keep an eye on those levels and make adjustments as needed.
The goal is to focus on satiety and manage your blood sugar more successfully. By making better food choices, taking walks after meals, and checking your blood sugar levels, you can reduce your insulin levels and achieve metabolic Flexibility. It’s not a quick fix but a sustainable and healthy approach to weight loss and overall health.
And now, for a little personal experience to illustrate the impact of this topic. I once tried a crash diet that involved almost no protein and a lot of processed carbs. I was always hungry and felt constantly on a roller coaster of high and low blood sugar. It was not a pleasant experience, and I didn’t achieve the weight loss I hoped for.
But when I started focusing on eating more animal-based protein and healthy fats, my cravings diminished, and my appetite was more under control. I felt more satiated and energized, and my mood was more stable. Plus, I was able to lose weight and keep it off in a healthy way. So, if you’re struggling with weight loss or want to improve your overall health, consider optimizing your blood sugar and reducing insulin levels through better food choices, exercise, and blood sugar monitoring. Your body will thank you.
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Summary of Transcript:
The video discusses ways to optimize blood sugar and reduce insulin levels to improve metabolic Flexibility. It suggests restructuring meals to prioritize animal-based protein and healthy fats, removing processed carbohydrates, and increasing nutrient-dense whole foods to reduce cravings and appetite. It also recommends reading food labels to avoid hidden sugars and seed oils, taking short walks after meals, and checking blood sugar levels before and after meals to maintain healthy levels. The importance of focusing on satiety and experimenting with different types of proteins and vegetables is highlighted. The video also emphasizes the power of morning blood sugar levels to predict metabolic health.
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Summary of Description:
Metabolic Flexibility requires optimizing blood sugar and reducing insulin levels. Factors such as pre-meal values, body mass index, and satiety play a significant role in achieving this. Cynthia Thurlow suggests focusing on improving satiety to reduce insulin. The video is for educational purposes only and should not be used for medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice without consulting a medical practitioner.
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One of the keys to Metabolic Flexibility is optimizing blood sugar and helping reduce your insulin levels. Focus on pre-meal values, body mass index, and satiety.
Remember: Reducing insulin focuses on improving satiety.
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This video is for educational and informational purposes and is solely a self-help tool. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat health problems or illnesses without consulting your medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your medical practitioner and mental health provider about your specific health situation.
