video1.0<iframe src="https://www.loom.com/embed/f3ffd47ca8dd4017897d24a09330b261" frameborder="0" width="1920" height="1440" webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen allowfullscreen></iframe>14401920Loomhttps://www.loom.com14401920https://cdn.loom.com/sessions/thumbnails/f3ffd47ca8dd4017897d24a09330b261-fbe7165065c022ee.gif501.166656This Loom explains why hormones and insulin resistance can create frustrating weight gain and afternoon energy crashes, especially during perimenopause. It describes how continuous glucose monitors can reveal real-time glucose patterns for non-diabetics, acting as a behavioral tool over 2 to 4 weeks. The video breaks down glucose spikes from high glycemic foods and the “never let your carbs go naked” rule by pairing carbs with fiber or protein to prevent peaks and crashes. It also notes that glucose can rise after hard, fasted morning exercise due to gluconeogenesis, and suggests muscles can help lower blood sugar via resistance training or a 10 to 15 minute zone 2 walk after meals. Finally, it addresses sensor “ghosting” causes including readings under 55 mg/dL, compression lows, or reactive hypoglycemia, and presents direct primary care with more time and access to a physician through membership-based care.