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LIVE WELL, REDUCE STRESS!
Hello Sunshine, indulge me while I nerd out on the topic of stress reduction this issue.

In the realm of stress management, there exist four primary ways through which stress manifests: Biological/Chemical, Mental/Emotional, Spiritual, and Structural. As a dedicated coach, my mission revolves around aiding clients in mitigating and coping with their stressors effectively. By delving into the intricacies of stress reduction, individuals can witness transformative changes in their health and overall quality of life.

One of the subtle yet impactful interventions I use involves assisting clients in maintaining a harmonious blood sugar balance. This approach is rooted in the understanding that the body's stress response is triggered by fluctuations in glucose levels. By fostering equilibrium in blood sugar, individuals can proactively ward off stress triggers and promote overall well-being.

To ensure you too can partake in this journey towards stress reduction, I have curated seven proven techniques for balancing blood sugar. Additionally you'll find a few hands on resources and support designed to help you stay in action and the get the results you want!

Until next time, Many Blessings!
Shaniqua πŸ€“
LIVE IN BALANCE, TAKE ACTION
7 Ways to Balance Blood Sugar
Mindset shift: Every time you eat a meal, your different food choices will either prompt stress in the body or help reduce it.
# 1
DRINK MORE WATER
It balances your blood sugar by helping you to decrease cravings and increase energy. Here is a simple equation to help you determine how much water you need to consume daily: Divide your weight by two.

Example: 150 lbs /2 = 75 ounces of water per day (equivalent to 10 cups).
# 2
COUNT CHEMICALS NOT CALORIES
Increasing food quality is the key to balancing blood sugar and improving health. Favor fewer ingredients in the foods you consume. The ingredients list is going to tell you how many chemicals are in the food and as a result how processed it is.

Ingredients are listed in order of highest to lowest quantity that is included in the food. For simplicity, the shorter the list is the better!
# 3
CONSUME PROTEIN
Protein helps balance blood sugar by slowing down digestion, which also slows the absorption of any carbohydrate-based food you consumed along with it. This lessens the intensity and frequency of the Blood Sugar Roller Coaster 🎒.

Protein is found in sources such as, beans, lentils, nutritional yeast, red meat, and poultry. Looking for a new protein packed meal idea? Try This Asian Inspired Chicken from Shaniqua Cousins Flavored With Love
# 4
BE CONSISTENT WITH MEAL TIMING
Eating sporadically or haphazardly can create extreme highs and lows for your blood sugar levels, which creates stress on the body.

Meal timing can help repair insulin sensitivity so that insulin is highly effective in minimal amounts. This can be achieved by spacing meals throughout the day and having minimal snacks. Finding the right amount and balance of macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins, and fats) for you is essential for success.
# 5
COMMIT TO MOVEMENT
This is important for health, mood, and balancing blood sugar. The main way that movement can help balance blood sugar is by increasing insulin sensitivity.

Additionally, movement has both physical and emotional benefits - including increased confidence and self esteem. It is also a natural way to boost serotonin levels, which is a feel good chemical.
# 6
GET ADEQUATE SLEEP
When you’re sleep-deprived, your cortisol rises, which mimics the stress of the blood sugar roller coaster and all of its harmful effects, such as weight gain, insulin resistance, heart attacks, high blood pressure, depression, osteoporosis, decreased immune function, and more.
# 7
ADD HEALTHY FATS TO YOUR MEALS
Fats are an essential part of the diet. They affect blood sugar because fats have much more complex molecular structures than simple carbohydrates. Also, fat helps us feel satisfied with a meal and when it doesn't exist or is removed it can cause overeating and wanting more.

Some of the healthiest of all fats are Unsaturated Fats; known to improve blood cholesterol levels and decrease inflammation. It can be found in foods like avocados, nuts, olive oil, and seeds. Try Shaniqua Cousins Flavored With Love - Extra Virgin Olive Oil - nutrient dense, antioxidant rich!
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