Type 1 In Midlife: Perimenopause, Menopause & Type 1 Diabetes2 Okt 2023

Ep 21 - Cracking Dawn Phenomenon: How Stress, Sleep, and Daily Habits Drive Morning Blood Sugar Spikes with RDN Kitty Finklea

In today's episode we dive deep into the intricacies of managing your blood sugar and well-being with expert insights from Kitty Finklea, a renowned Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Join us as we explore the fascinating phenomenon known as the Dawn Effect. Kitty, a regular guest here unveils the secrets behind the early morning rise in blood sugar levels and offers actionable tips to conquer it.

Understanding Dawn Phenomenon:

Explore the body's natural rise in blood sugar during sleep and its impact on type one diabetes.

Raising Awareness: Learn why discussing this topic is essential for effective blood sugar management.

Managing Stress and Blood Sugar:

Stress's Impact: Kitty reveals how stress, cortisol, and blood sugar are interconnected.

Mindful Breaks: Discover techniques for reducing stress and maintaining stable blood sugar through mindful breaks.

Morning Power Practices:

Embrace Routines: Kitty's guidance on five-minute morning practices like yoga and deep breathing for well-being.

Dawn Phenomenon Management: Understand how these practices contribute to blood sugar control.

Hydration and Diet:

Fluid's Vital Role: Kitty emphasizes hydration's significance for optimal body function and blood sugar regulation.

Choosing Snacks: Gain insights into selecting balanced evening snacks, including protein bars.

Lifestyle Harmony:

Factors Interplay: Explore expert advice on the connection between sleep, stress, and diet.

Align with Rhythms: Discover strategies like fasting exercise and sunlight exposure for lifestyle balance.

Blood Sugar Management Strategies:

Mitigating Spikes: Kitty shares tips like speaking with your doctor on adjusting basal rates and using Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM).

Journaling and Self-Compassion: Uncover journaling's power and self-kindness in diabetes journey.

Walk away with some actionable takeaways:

Practical Checklist: Learn a pre-bed checklist for managing stress, sleep, and hydration.

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