
10/08/2025
Ever feel like your energy, mood, or focus is all over the place?
Your blood sugar might have something to do with it 👇
Here are some common signs of blood sugar instability (aka dysglycemia):
✨ Afternoon crashes that leave you reaching for coffee
✨ Intense sugar or carb cravings
✨ Feeling “hangry” if you go too long without eating
✨ Brain fog and trouble focusing
✨ Waking up at 2–3 AM (cortisol kicks in when blood sugar dips)
✨ Shakiness, jitters, or lightheadedness between meals
✨ Mood swings tied to glucose highs and lows
✨ Feeling exhausted even after a full night’s sleep
Here’s what’s happening: when blood sugar spikes and crashes, your body releases stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline to bring glucose levels back up. That rollercoaster can mess with energy, mood, cravings, sleep, and even gut health over time.
The good news is you don’t need to cut out your favorite foods to feel better. Small shifts like eating balanced meals with protein, fat, and fiber, not skipping meals, and supporting stress can go a long way to keep things steady.
Your body loves balance 💛 and when your blood sugar is more stable, everything from your energy to your digestion to your hormones can thank you.
Want to dive deeper? Tune into this week’s episode of The Balance with Britt Podcast — The 3PM Energy Crash: What’s Really Going On (and How to Fix It) with Kelly Carter. You’ll get even more insight and practical tips you can start using right away.