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Are your energy crashes, cravings, and hormone symptoms actually blood sugar issues?

If you’ve ever struggled with fatigue, brain fog, cravings, or mood swings—and assumed it was “just normal”—this episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about women’s health and nutrition.

In this conversation, I sit down with Jessie Inchauspé, founder of Glucose Goddess, to break down the science of blood sugar regulation and how it impacts everything from energy and hormones to long-term metabolic health. We dive into one of the most overlooked areas in women’s nutrition: how your diet during pregnancy shapes your baby’s future health.

What You’ll Learn In This Episode:

• Why blood sugar balance is foundational for women’s health
• How glucose spikes drive inflammation, cravings, and hormone imbalances
• The role of a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) in understanding your body
• Simple, science-backed glucose hacks to improve energy and metabolic health
• The connection between blood sugar and anti-inflammatory nutrition
• How pregnancy nutrition impacts your baby’s brain and metabolism

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Introduction to Functional Nutrition and Blood Sugar Management
• 03:08 The Importance of Glucose Management
• 05:46 Personal Journey and Discovery of Glucose Monitoring
• 09:04 The Science Behind Glucose Spikes and Mental Health
• 12:09 Visualizing Glucose Responses: The Power of Comparison
• 15:01 Addressing Criticism and Misconceptions in Glucose Management
• 17:59 Understanding Glycation and Its Effects
• 20:47 Nutrition During Pregnancy: A New Perspective
• 24:00 Key Nutrients for Optimal Baby Development
• 26:50 The Impact of Sugar Intake on Long-term Health
• 29:58 Conclusion: Empowering Women Through Knowledge
• 37:46 The Importance of Choline in Pregnancy
• 42:39 DHA: Essential for Brain Development
• 53:07 The Role of Protein in Pregnancy
• 01:00:12 Navigating Veganism During Pregnancy
• 01:02:40 The Emotional Journey of Pregnancy After Loss

Why Blood Sugar Regulation Is the Foundation of Energy & Hormone Health

Blood sugar isn’t just a concern for those with diabetes or pre-diabetes—it’s central to how you feel every single day. Frequent glucose spikes can lead to:

• Chronic fatigue and energy crashes
• Cravings and difficulty with consistency
• Hormone imbalances (including PCOS and menopause symptoms)
• Brain fog and mood instability
• Chronic inflammation and long-term disease risk

From a functional nutrition perspective, stabilizing blood sugar is one of the most effective ways to improve energy, support hormone health, and create sustainable changes in body composition.

Simple Glucose Hacks That Improve Energy (Fast)

One of the most powerful takeaways from this episode is how small, strategic changes can dramatically impact your blood sugar response. For example:

• Eating fiber (like vegetables) before carbs slows glucose absorption
• Adding vinegar to meals can reduce glucose spikes
• Food order matters more than most people realize

These simple shifts support insulin sensitivity, reduce inflammation, and help you feel more energized—often within days.

Glycation, Aging & Why Blood Sugar Impacts Longevity

Blood sugar doesn’t just affect how you feel—it also impacts how you age. A process called glycation occurs when excess glucose “cooks” proteins in the body, accelerating aging and contributing to:

• Wrinkles and skin aging
• Organ damage
• Increased risk of chronic disease

Managing blood sugar is a key part of eating for longevity and supporting long-term health at a cellular level.

Pregnancy Nutrition: The Missing Conversation in Women’s Health

One of the most powerful parts of this episode is the conversation around pregnancy nutrition—and how much is not being communicated to women. According to the research Jessie shares, what you eat during pregnancy can directly impact your baby’s:

• Brain development
• Metabolism
• Risk of obesity and type 2 diabetes
• Cognitive function and emotional regulation

This aligns deeply with a root cause healing approach—understanding that health begins long before symptoms appear.

The 4 Key Nutrients Every Pregnant Woman Needs

1. Blood Sugar Balance: Excess sugar intake during pregnancy can increase a child’s risk of metabolic disease later in life. Reducing added sugar supports both maternal and baby health.

2. Choline: Critical for brain development, memory, and learning—yet most women are deficient.

3. DHA (Omega-3s): Supports brain and nervous system development and reduces inflammation.

4. Protein: Essential for building tissues, organs, and maintaining maternal muscle mass. These nutrients highlight the importance of holistic nutrition over calorie counting—focusing on nutrient density and long-term outcomes.

Why Most Women Aren’t Getting What They Need

Despite strong scientific evidence, most women aren’t given this information in traditional healthcare settings. Instead, the focus is often on:

• Minimal supplementation
• Generalized advice
• Lack of personalized nutrition coaching

This is where a functional medicine and food as medicine approach becomes essential—bridging the gap between science and real-life application.

The Emotional Side of Health: Miscarriage, Anxiety & Support

This episode also touches on the emotional realities of pregnancy, including miscarriage and anxiety. It’s a powerful reminder that health isn’t just physical—it’s deeply emotional, and women need more support, conversation, and transparency in these experiences.

Final Thoughts: Small Changes, Massive Impact

Whether you’re focused on improving your energy, balancing hormones, or thinking about future fertility and pregnancy, this episode reinforces one key truth: Consistency with simple, science-backed habits creates powerful long-term results.

Resources & Links:

+ Watch the full episode on YouTube

+ Brigid’s Website

+ Brigid’s Instagram

+ Jessie’s Website

+ Jessie’s Instagram 

+ Jessie’s YouTube

+ Jessie’s New Book, 9 Months That Count Forever