Blood sugar isn’t just about food, and if you’ve been doing “all the right things” but still struggling with high blood sugar, stubborn belly fat, poor sleep, or hormone symptoms, this episode is for you.
In today’s episode of The Daily Dose on The Diabetic Toolbox, we talk about the often-missing pieces of blood sugar management: stress, sleep, and hormones. You’ll learn how cortisol and sleep deprivation can cause blood sugar spikes, increase insulin resistance, and make weight loss feel impossible, especially for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, or chronic stress.
We also cover:
How stress hormones raise blood sugar even when you’re not eating
Why poor sleep blocks weight loss and increases inflammation
The connection between cortisol, belly fat, and insulin resistance
Simple nervous system regulation practices to support hormone balance
Why rest is productive and essential for healing blood sugar
This episode is part of our Welcome to 2026: Leaving the Fear Behind series and is designed to help you feel informed, empowered, and supported, without shame or overwhelm.
Takeaway: Rest is healing. Calm supports blood sugar. Your body is not broken.
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Disclaimer
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