The relationship between sleep and blood glucose is a powerful one and it impacts our weight, the way we eat, and countless other health metrics. In this episode we will:

Introduce the concept of glycemic control
Define insulin sensitivity and how it relates to diabetes
Learn why sleep deficiency increases blood sugar levels
Stress the role that cortisol and growth hormone play in glucose regulation and how sleep impacts both
Explore the relationship between sleep stage and glucose regulation
Emphasize sleep deprivation as a negative factor in glycemic regulation
Understand the common pathway of sleep disorders and blood sugar control
Follow the bidirectional relationship between elevated blood glucose levels and poor sleep quality

Produced by: Maeve Winter

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