Fast. Feast. Repeat. Intermittent Fasting For Life

Episode 123: Blood Sugar Lows After Eating, Addressing Deficiencies, Body Expectations, and More

Nov 5, 2025

This engaging discussion kicks off with a listener's inspiring weight loss success story, which leads to tips on managing low blood sugar post-meals. The hosts dive into the importance of filling nutrient gaps during fasting and share strategies for healthier eating. They explore the unnecessary obsession with the scale and the impact of proper mindset. Insightful advice on handling mental fog while fasting is also shared, along with a motivational self-kindness letter to boost listeners' spirits. A perfect blend of practical tips and encouragement!

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ANECDOTE

Recording With Real-Life Pet Interruptions

Sheri shares that her dog Lulu had multiple knee surgeries and might need another operation, causing stress during recording.
Hosts record from home and accept pet interruptions as part of real life.

ANECDOTE

Cat Brings Live Bird Inside

Gin recounts Ellie bringing a live bird into the house and the chaotic rescue that followed.
She describes the bird striking a window and hopes it survived, illustrating real-life pet mishaps.

ADVICE

Manage Post-Meal Low Glucose

Test and treat confirmed low readings; eat something balanced when symptoms occur to raise blood sugar quickly.
Avoid opening your eating window with sweet or artificially sweetened drinks that trigger an insulin spike without carbs.

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