The body does an amazing job at absorbing nutrients from food and distributing them around the body for our cells to use. When it comes to sugar the body has a very efficient process mediated by the hormone insulin. However, this can get a bit out of balance after long term pressure, being overweight or many years on a high sugar diet.

Is your blood sugar healthy?

Signs you may be experiencing low blood sugar symptoms:

• Feeling a bit ‘hangry’ or woozy after 2-3 hours of not eating.
• Cravings for high sugar and carbohydrate foods such as chocolate, fizzy drinks, chips, and takeaways.
• Not feeling full or satisfied after a big meal.
• Feeling a big energy crash after high sugar meal.

These symptoms can sometimes be the first signs that something is not quite right. As blood sugar challenges normally develop over time, there is ample opportunity to make dietary adjustments, and take supportive supplements to support healthy blood glucose levels already within the normal range.

Normal blood sugar levels for those at risk are usually monitored by their GP, and by using a device that detects the amount of glucose in the blood before and after meals.

Supporting healthy blood sugar levels

The most important step that you can take is to review your diet and identify all the added sugars – which are sometimes hidden. Check out our article on Natural sugar vs added sugar – where we stand with the sweet stuff for some more insight.

• Include lots of fresh colourful vegetables and leafy greens into your meals.
• Swap out some high sugar food items for ones that are blood sugar friendly.
• Limit how much sugar you are drinking by replacing fizzy drinks with water.
• Watch your snacking, see if you can set regular times for your meals.
• Daily movement and exercise – especially after a meal can support your body’s response to sugar.
• Thyroid function is intertwined with your metabolism, so see our range for Thyroid Support.
• If you are under a lot of pressure, support your body’s response to stress with Adrenal Health & Stress Support – the stress response impacts on circulating blood glucose.

Supplements for blood sugar support

• Chromium is a mineral that has a role in insulin functioning, thereby supporting healthy blood sugars already within the normal range.
• Cinnamon the common household spice supports healthy metabolism, appetite, and blood sugars already within the normal range.
• Bitter Melon has been used traditionally to support blood sugar levels already within the normal range.
• Berberine is an extract that supports the healthy function of cells and supports healthy blood sugar levels already within the normal range.

The best support for healthy blood sugar

We have a wide range of supplements and products to support Stress & Hormones. These come in many forms, including capsules, tablets, liquids, powders, and oral drops to suit your preference. See our extensive Health Concerns resources for helpful tips to support your health and wellbeing journey