Blog articles and information from Nest Wellness. Here we share healthy recipes, blood sugar balance information and healthy aging tips.
What is a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)? A continuous glucose monitor (CGM) is a small wearable device that tracks your blood sugar levels in real time, 24 hours a day. Originally developed for people with diabetes, CGMs have become an invaluable tool for anyone looking to understand how food affects their metabolic health—and that’s exactly […]
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Perimenopause Weight Gain and GLP-1 Medications: A Science-Based Guide Perimenopause brings significant hormonal changes that often lead to weight gain, particularly around the midsection. As estrogen levels fluctuate and eventually decline, many women find that their usual diet and exercise routines no longer work the same way. This has led to growing interest in GLP-1
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Discover a Healthier, More Vibrant You: Join My Exclusive Substack Community! Hello and welcome! My name is Beth Bollinger, and I’m thrilled to share with you the launch of my brand-new Substack. You’re in the right place if you’re passionate about maintaining balanced blood sugar, optimizing your metabolic health, and enjoying delicious meals and treats
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The 50 Best Healthy Packaged Foods from Expo West 2024 Dr. B and I just spent the last few days at Natural Products Expo West and waded through the aisles of 3600 vendors (along with 67,000 attendees!) seeking out the 50 Best Healthy Packaged Foods to share with you. Let’s face it, in the hustle and
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I am often asked which vitamins and supplements are worth taking and which might not be worth the cost. In our modern world, there are endless supplement choices and constant social media advertising, and it is easy to feel overwhelmed. My aim with this blog is to make things simple for you.
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We can often overlook an important aspect of healthy cooking: what we are using to actually cook our food. Traditional and popular cookware may contain harmful chemicals that can leach into our food, posing risks to our health. I have found some favorite non-toxic alternatives that protect my food and my family and I’m excited to share them with you!
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Three nourishing meals made with just seven ingredients. I will show you how it is possible right here. Not only is it a massive time saver for a busy week, but it also gives you a wonderful variety of healthy meals to enjoy all week long.
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Almost every weekend, Dr. B and I spend a couple of hours in the kitchen prepping food for the week ahead. Split between us, it’s only about an hour each in the kitchen, plus cleaning up.
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Choosing The Best Blood Sugar Friendly Sweeteners When it comes to selecting healthy sweeteners, it’s crucial to consider their impact on blood sugar levels. Opting for alternatives such as stevia, monk fruit, and allulose can be beneficial in managing blood sugar levels. These sweeteners are low in calories and have minimal effects on blood glucose,
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If you have pre-diabetes, diabetes, PCOS or if you are just eating for metabolic health, you typically need to manage your blood sugar levels, which includes managing how many carbs you consume.
Making a nutritious, tasty, and filling breakfast that is also blood sugar friendly doesn’t have to be difficult! While many popular breakfast options contain a lot of carbs, a savory breakfast will always be better for blood sugar balance.
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