#74 Normal A1C, Still Struggling? The Truth About Insulin Resistance With Beverly Mazza (Part 2)

Resources & Links

• Beverly Mazza - website
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• The Complete Prediabetes Checklist: 10 Steps to Lower Blood Sugar for Women in Perimenopause

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In This Episode, We Discuss:

• Why hormonal shifts during PCOS, perimenopause, and menopause impact metabolism
• The connection between insulin resistance, blood sugar regulation, and hormone health
• Why a normal A1C doesn’t always mean optimal metabolic health
• How continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) provide real-time insight into blood sugar patterns
• The role of stress, sleep, and nervous system regulation in blood sugar control
• Why food isn’t the only factor influencing glucose levels
• How small lifestyle changes—like movement, breathwork, and meal timing—can influence metabolic health
• Common mistakes people make when using CGMs without proper guidance
• The importance of interpreting health data within the full context of labs, symptoms, and lifestyle
• How personalized data can empower better decisions rather than promote restriction

Key Takeaways

• Metabolic changes often begin before lab values officially cross into “abnormal” ranges.
• Blood sugar patterns are influenced by stress, sleep, hydration, activity levels, and meal composition.
• Continuous glucose monitors can be powerful awareness tools when used with proper interpretation and context.
• Health optimization is not about perfection—it’s about identifying which lever to pull first based on your current capacity.
• Symptoms, labs, and patterns are signals from your body—not signs that you’re failing.

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