Primary Causes & Action Plans

Hemoglobin A1c

3-Month Glucose Average
Measures your average blood sugar levels over the past 90 days.
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Target Below 5.4%
Suggested Action Plan

Reduce refined carbohydrate intake and increase resistance training.

Fasting Insulin

The Metabolic Gatekeeper
Insulin controls how your body stores and uses fat and sugar.
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Target 3.0 - 8.0 uIU/mL
Suggested Action Plan

Implement intermittent fasting and prioritize high-fiber whole foods.

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Getting Started

1
Glycemic Profiling

Order an HbA1c and Fasting Insulin test to determine your HOMA-IR score (Insulin Resistance).

2
Muscle as a Glucose Sink

Begin a resistance training program 3x weekly to increase insulin sensitivity and glucose clearance.

3
Continuous Monitoring

Consider a CGM (Continuous Glucose Monitor) for 14 days to identify which specific foods cause your highest spikes.

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