Blood Sugar Basics for Every Body

Blood sugar isn’t just about diabetes. It’s the rhythm section of your body’s orchestra. When it’s steady, everything else sounds right. When it’s all over the place, hormones, energy, and mood crash like a garage band with no drummer.

I learned this the hard way: one “healthy” smoothie for breakfast and I’d be hangry and foggy by 10 a.m. Once I rebuilt meals around protein, fat, and fiber, my whole system calmed down.

1. Signs you’re out of balance
Mood swings, hanger, mid-afternoon slumps, carb cravings, waking at 3 a.m. — these are all blood sugar red flags, even if you don’t have diabetes.

2. Protein + fat + fiber at every meal
This trio keeps blood sugar steady. Protein gives the base, fat slows absorption, fiber keeps digestion smooth. Skipping one is like building a stool with only two legs.

3. Meal timing options for different needs
Some thrive on three square meals. Others do better with balanced snacks. The key is no naked carbs — always dress them up with protein and fat.

4. Why this matters for hormones, mood, and long-term resilience
Balanced blood sugar means steadier cortisol, calmer hormones, and fewer late-night fridge raids. Over time, it protects brain, heart, and metabolic health.

Blood sugar balance isn’t just prevention — it’s daily resilience. Get this right, and your body hums instead of crashes.

🌿 Brenna May, NTP
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