The Best Way to Test Blood Sugar and Metabolic Health
The Best Way to Test Blood Sugar and Metabolic Health
15 minutes

Episode Description

<p dir="ltr">In this episode, Dr. David Jockers explains how to test blood sugar and measure metabolic health using simple tools. Learn how food, stress, and sleep impact your body’s function and energy levels.<br> <br></p> <p dir="ltr">Understand why fasting insulin is a key marker for metabolic health and chronic inflammation. Discover what numbers to watch for and how to improve them.<br> <br></p> <p dir="ltr">Find out how continuous glucose monitors give real-time insights into your blood sugar response. Learn which foods cause spikes and how to maintain stable energy throughout the day.</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">In This Episode:<strong><strong></strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">00:00 Understanding Fasting Insulin Levels</p> <p dir="ltr">03:23 Continuous Glucose Monitors Explained</p> <p dir="ltr">03:43 Benefits of Continuous Glucose Monitoring</p> <p dir="ltr">05:18 How to Use a Continuous Glucose Monitor</p> <p dir="ltr">07:57 Additional Biomarkers for Metabolic Health</p> <p dir="ltr">11:10 Hemoglobin A1C and LDH Levels</p> <p dir="ltr">13:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">Struggling with stress, low energy, or poor sleep? Magnesium Breakthrough is designed to help calm your mind, enhance focus, and improve sleep quality with all seven forms of magnesium. Take advantage of an exclusive offer by visiting <a href="https://bioptimizers.com/jockers">bioptimizers.com/jockers</a> and using the promo code Jockers at checkout to save 10%. Don’t forget to subscribe for even more discounts and free gifts with your monthly supply!</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><br></strong>If you're serious about reducing your toxic load, I highly recommend upgrading to the P600 ceramic cookware. It's 100% free from Teflon, PFAS, and plastic coatings, ensuring a non-toxic cooking experience. Right now, you can get it for 50% off, plus an extra 20% off with the code SAFE20 at checkout! Don't miss this limited-time offer—head to <a href="http://chefsfoundry.com/jockers">chefsfoundry.com/jockers</a> to claim your discount today!</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>“<strong>Blood sugar stability is the key to feeling energized, focused, and mentally sharp all day long.</strong>” </strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>~ Dr. Jockers</strong></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p> </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Subscribe to the podcast on:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-jockers-functional-nutrition/id1497791107"> Apple Podcast</a></strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/dr-jockers-functional-nutrition">Stitcher</a></strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5l0LkYqW29ksV9Ut3hPuto">Spotify</a></strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><a href="https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/p6zet-b72f4/Dr.-Jockers-Functional-Nutrition-Podcast"> PodBean</a></strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><a href="https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Dr-Jockers-Functional-Nutrition-p1291695/?lang=es-es"> TuneIn Radio</a></strong></p> <p> </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Resources:</strong></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><strong>Use code JOCKERS at <a href="http://bioptimizers.com/jockers">bioptimizers.com/jockers</a> to save 10%</strong></li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"><strong>Use code Safe20 at <a href="https://chefsfoundry.com/jockers" data-start="431" data-end="491">chefsfoundry.com/jockers</a></strong></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Connect with Dr. Jockers:</strong></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Instagram – <a href="https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Facebook – <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">YouTube – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers</a></p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Website – <a href="https://drjockers.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://drjockers.com/</a><br> <br> <br></p> </li> </ul> <p><strong>If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! <a href="https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/">Please contact us here!</a> - <a href="https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/">https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/</a> </strong></p>