Hey friend,
Even if you don’t have insulin resistance (yet!), it’s so helpful to understand what it is and how to avoid it—because trust me, it can sneak up on anyone.
I honestly never thought insulin resistance would happen to me. But once I started digging deeper, it all made sense. Let’s break it down together (and don’t worry, I’ll share some blood sugar–friendly sweet treats too).
What Is Insulin Resistance (And Why Does It Happen)?
Insulin resistance happens when your cells stop responding properly to insulin, the hormone that helps regulate blood sugar. Instead of using sugar for energy, your body starts storing it—leaving you with blood sugar spikes, crashes, and eventually more serious issues if it’s not addressed.
Here are some common triggers:
- Injury or stress can set it off.
- Poor diet (too much processed food, not enough nutrients).
- Multiple pregnancies—that’s what did it for me.
- And sometimes? It just happens. #life
The good news? There are simple, natural ways to support healthy glucose levels.
My Go-To Tips for Balanced Blood Sugar
1. Essential Oils for Glucose Support
Certain essential oils can help your body stay more balanced after you eat carbs or sugar. I like to take 3–10 drops in a capsule (depending on your size and what you ate).
2. Stock Up on Glucose-Friendly Sweet Treats
Because yes—you can enjoy dessert without wrecking your blood sugar!
Recipe: Lighter Keto Ice Cream
Most keto ice cream recipes rely heavily on heavy whipping cream. But honestly? Most of us already get plenty of fat in our diet. So I lightened mine up with half and half + cottage cheese.
Here’s how to make it:
- 1 part organic half & half
- 1 part mashed cottage cheese (smooth, no lumps)
- Egg yolks (1 per cup of half & half)
- Dash of vanilla
- Optional: cocoa powder to taste
- A few squirts of stevia
Mix thoroughly, then pour into your frozen ice cream bowl (I use the KitchenAid ice cream attachment). In just a few minutes, you’ll have creamy, dreamy, blood sugar–friendly ice cream!
Pro tip: add chopped Chocox keto chocolate for extra yum.
Recipe: Flourless Chocolate Cake
This one feels decadent, but it’s gluten-free, sugar-free, and perfect for pairing with your keto ice cream (or even Greek yogurt).
You’ll need:
- 8 large eggs (cold)
- 1 lb dark or semisweet chocolate (sugar-free if possible)
- 1 cup (2 sticks) salted butter
- Optional: powdered sugar + fresh berries
Step-by-step:
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Prep your springform pan with parchment + foil.
- Whip eggs in a stand mixer until doubled in volume (about 5 minutes).
- Melt chocolate + butter (gently—don’t overheat).
- Fold eggs into chocolate mixture.
- Pour batter into pan, place in a water bath, and bake 35–40 minutes.
- Chill before serving.
Enjoy! This one is rich, fudgy, and soooo good.
Final Thoughts
Insulin resistance doesn’t have to control your life. With a few smart swaps—like essential oils, and balanced desserts—you can keep your blood sugar steady and enjoy the sweet things in life.
You’ve got this, friend. 💛
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