121: How Continuous Blood Sugar Monitors Can Support Your Fertility Journey

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Episode 121 • 10th September 2024 • Natural Fertility with Dr. Jane • Dr. Jane Levesque

In this episode of the Natural Fertility Podcast, Dr. Jane Levesque, a naturopathic doctor and natural fertility expert, delves into the intricate relationship between blood sugar levels and fertility. She shares her personal experiences with continuous glucose monitoring and its impact on her understanding of blood sugar regulation. Dr. Levesque discusses the importance of maintaining optimal blood glucose levels for overall hormonal balance, particularly for those struggling with infertility, pregnancy loss, or women's health issues. She emphasizes the value of continuous glucose monitoring in identifying dietary triggers and managing inflammation. She offers practical insights and recommendations for listeners in navigating the delicate balance of the ideal blood sugar level. Tune in for expert advice on optimizing your health and fertility naturally.

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Key Takeways

01:20 Impact of Blood Glucose on Hormones

03:01 Monitoring Blood Sugar Levels

05:35 Blood Sugar Response to Different Foods

09:09 Hormones and Blood Sugar Regulation

12:44 Fruit Consumption and Blood Glucose Levels

19:21 Managing Blood Glucose Levels

20:22 Impact of Food Quality on Health

24:57 Impact of Gestational Diabetes

Memorable Quotes

"When I monitored my blood sugar through the continuous glucose monitor, it was eye-opening. There were many things that were triggering my blood sugar to go up."

"Blood sugar does not work alone. The way that your insulin works, glucagon and all those hormones, even leptin, are responsible for blood sugar regulation and your appetite. They're also dictating inflammation, which impacts cortisol and ovarian hormones such as progesterone, testosterone, and estrogen."

"If you've been struggling with PCOS, endometriosis, any inflammatory conditions, brain fog, fatigue, pain of any kind, it will be absolutely eye-opening what you will learn through a continuous glucose monitor."