The Genetic Factors That Influence Blood Sugar

In this episode we're discussing blood sugar and the genetic factors that influence insulin. There is currently a big epidemic of blood sugar imbalance going on, and we know that sugar imbalance is related to the immune system. Over the time of this epidemic, a lot of people who are at risk are those with a blood sugar imbalance.  Listen in and learn how to assist people to determine how their food and lifestyle impacts their blood sugar and how to keep it in a nice, healthy range. 

  

IN THIS EPISODE: 

  

[03:00] Why are some people very resistant to blood sugar imbalances and others are really sensitive to it? 

[10:00] The gene which maintains the balance of glucose and glycogen storage. 

[13:00] Several genes affect insulin secretion, glucose production, insulin sensitivity and have an increased risk of type two diabetes and gestational diabetes. 

[16:00] The old fashioned way of testing blood sugar at home. 

[22:00] The effect of sleep on insulin levels. 

[25:00] How to access additional information on genetic testing for blood sugar levels. 

  

KEY TAKEAWAYS: 

 

⦁Some people are very sensitive to the glucose levels in their blood and have to work really hard at it. There's also a group of people in the middle that could go either way and potentially end up with diabetes.  

⦁Genetics play a big role in why some people are prone to diabetes, even with a healthy lifestyle. 

⦁By doing genetic testing it will be easier to assist clients with their expectations and managing blood sugar levels. 

 

 RESOURCES: 

 

www.reinventhealthcare.com/genes 

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