6 Game-Changing Strategies to Balance Blood Sugar Over the Holidays

and Start 2025 Strong

Introduction: Listen Up, Midlife is No Joke

Here’s the truth: midlife changes everything. Your body doesn’t tolerate those holiday feasts the way it used to. Glucose spikes hit harder. Insulin resistance sneaks in. And suddenly, the energy you used to rely on feels like it packed up and left.

But guess what? You’re not stuck with it. The holidays don’t have to derail you. This guide is packed with practical, science-backed strategies to help you stay in control, keep your energy high, and set yourself up to crush 2025. Let’s go!

1️⃣ Use the Eating Order Hack

  • The Problem: Starting your meal with carbs sends your blood sugar straight to the moon.

  • The Fix: Start with fiber, protein, or healthy fats first. Save the bread and dessert for later. When I go out for eat to fancy restaurants, I might hold on to the delicious bread and use it as a dessert!

  • Why It Works: This simple trick can cut glucose spikes by up to 50%. And no, it doesn’t mean skipping the pie—it means eating it smarter.

2️⃣ Do the 30-Second Muscle Move After Meals

  • The Problem: By midlife, your muscles aren’t as insulin-sensitive as they used to be, which means glucose sticks around longer.

  • The Fix: Right after a meal, do 30 seconds of bodyweight squats, a quick wall sit, or even walk in place.

  • Why It Works: This isn’t about burning calories—it’s about activating your glucose-burning muscles so your body doesn’t need to flood itself with insulin.

3️⃣ Yerba Mate: Your Holiday Shield

  • The Problem: Holiday drinks like sugary cocktails or lattes can lead to major glucose spikes, and staying hydrated is often overlooked.

  • The Fix: Replace sugary drinks with yerba mate—a natural, energizing tea packed with antioxidants that support glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity.

  • Why It Works: Yerba mate doesn’t just hydrate; it contains polyphenols that slow glucose absorption, keeping your blood sugar more stable while giving you an energy boost. Plus, it’s festive and easy to sip throughout the day.

Pro Tip: Sip on unsweetened yerba mate before or after a meal to curb glucose spikes and enhance fat-burning mode. Add a splash of lemon or a cinnamon stick for a holiday twist!

4️⃣ Power Up with Glucose Goodness Supplements

  • The Problem: Midlife insulin resistance makes it harder to handle blood sugar spikes, even with a good diet. Strategic supplements can give you the extra support you need.

  • The Fix: Add these powerhouse Glucose Goodness supplements to your routine:

    • Maqui Berry Extract & Chromium Picolinate for Blood Health Support. (Anti-Spike Formula from GlucoseGoodness)

    • Berberine: Mimics metformin to lower glucose and improve insulin sensitivity.

    • Magnesium: Essential for glucose metabolism and reducing insulin resistance.

    • Cinnamon Extract: Helps stabilize glucose and reduce post-meal spikes.

    • Chromium: Supports healthy insulin function and controls sugar cravings.

  • Why It Works: These aren’t magic pills, but they optimize your body’s ability to handle glucose, especially during indulgent times.

5️⃣ Move Right After You Eat (Even If It’s Just 5 Minutes)

  • The Problem: Post-meal crashes don’t just make you tired—they lock you out of fat-burning mode.

  • The Fix: Move within 90 minutes after eating. Walk around the house, clean up, or dance to Mariah Carey in the kitchen (yes, that counts).

  • Why It Works: Even light movement lowers post-meal glucose and helps keep you metabolically flexible.

6️⃣ Track Your Patterns with a CGM (It’s a Game-Changer!)

  • The Problem: It’s not always the obvious culprits like desserts causing glucose spikes. Sauces, holiday sides, stress, and even poor sleep can sneakily affect your blood sugar.

  • The Fix: A Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) gives you real-time feedback on what’s really happening in your body. It’s like having a personal guide to help you understand how your food, stress, exercise, and sleep are impacting your blood sugar—both positively and negatively.

Why It Works:

  • Using a CGM has been transformational for me and my clients. It’s helped us:

    • Spot unexpected glucose triggers (hello, “healthy” holiday sides).

    • Understand how exercise lowers glucose spikes after meals.

    • See how poor sleep or high stress can negatively affect blood sugar.

    • Recognize personal patterns and adjust behaviors for better control.

Pro Tip: Think of a CGM as your secret weapon for insight and growth. You’ll feel empowered knowing exactly what works for your body—and how to make choices that keep you energized, focused, and feeling amazing.

The Truth About

Glucose Balance in Midlife

These 6 tips are powerful tools to help you stay in control during the holidays. But here’s the thing: midlife is complex. Your body is changing, and so are the ways it responds to food, stress, sleep, and exercise.

It’s not just about avoiding glucose spikes—it’s about understanding your unique patterns, balancing your hormones, and creating a plan that works for YOUR body.

That’s where most people get stuck.

Without the right support, it’s easy to fall into the cycle of trying everything, feeling overwhelmed, and ending up back where you started. That’s why my clients don’t just “survive” the holidays—they thrive, even when life gets busy.

Why Coaching Is the Game-Changer

In my coaching program, we don’t just talk about balancing blood sugar. We go deeper, creating a personalized plan tailored to YOUR needs, goals, and lifestyle. Together, we’ll:

  • Build metabolic flexibility so your body can burn fat and maintain energy.

  • Balance hormones for better sleep, mood, and focus.

  • Use data (like CGM insights) to recognize your patterns and make smarter choices.

  • Create sustainable habits that fit your life, even during chaotic times.

This isn’t about restriction—it’s about freedom. Freedom to feel energized, confident, and unstoppable, no matter what life throws your way.

The Holiday Coaching Offer

You Can’t Miss

Start 2025 Strong. I’m opening a limited number of spots for my coaching program, and I want YOU to be one of them. When you sign up now, you’ll get:

  • A free 45-minute consultation to map out your goals.

  • An individualized plan that includes glucose optimization, stress management, and sustainable lifestyle strategies.

  • Ongoing support to help you take control of your health and thrive in 2025.

This is your time. Let’s make it happen.

Why Coaching Works

Midlife comes with unique challenges—your body is changing, and what worked before doesn’t work anymore. That’s why my coaching goes deeper:

  • We focus on you: your goals, your lifestyle, and what matters most to you.

  • I guide you through the science of behavioral change, glucose management, and hormonal balance, so you don’t just see results—you sustain them.

  • With personalized support, you’ll gain the tools and confidence to take control of your health and feel your best.

Your Next Step

book your free consultation today. Spots are limited, and this is your chance to take the first step toward the healthiest, most powerful version of YOU.