Hacks to Keep Blood Sugar Stable for Optimal Health

Sleep Matters

• Get 7-8 hrs. of sleep consistently

• Stop eating 3 hours before bedtime

• Take 300 mg magnesium glycinate at bedtime

• No screens; keep bedroom dark and cool

Morning Routines

• Get daylight 30 mins-1 hr. after waking

• Exercise for 30 mins before breaking your morning fast

• Intermittent fast 13-16 hrs. overnight or 17-24 hrs. for autophagy benefits

• Break your fast with protein and fiber

• Drink water infused with citrus and/or cucumbers first thing

• Swap sugar for cinnamon in your morning coffee

• Take magnesium, chromium, or berberine for blood sugar stabilizing

Smart Eating

• Eat protein and fiber at every meal

• Eat fiber first, then protein and fats, and finally carbs

• Eat a small salad before lunch and dinner to slow absorption of starch & sugar

• Cut out processed foods, especially carbs

• Eat 2 or 3 meals and no snacks

• Reduce your sugar intake

• Love your liver by limiting fructose, alcohol, and OTC pain medications

Movement & Meditation

• Walk 20-30 mins after meals, particularly dinner because insulin resistance spikes in evening

• Lift weights for 20-30 mins 2-4 times a week

• Practice deep breathing and meditation

**Content provided for educational and informational purposes only. It is derived from information from Dr. Mariza Snyder’s Essentially You podcast. It is not to be considered medical advice.**