No pill on earth is going to save you if you don't fix your lifestyle first. There’s nothing sweet about digging your own grave by snacking on junk every single day. So, make a choice: you want to live, or you want the sugar?
Joseph Green12 said:I ran those tests myself—checking my HOMA-IR for insulin resistance. If I'm dealing with hypoglycemia, should I be using a glucose monitor to catch it?
Obviously. You can check if your glucose levels are bottoming out whenever you start feeling crappy. In my opinion, having any kind of insulin resistance at your age isn't okay. It’ll wreck your quality of life because you won't absorb nutrients properly, and sooner or later, you're looking at diabetes and all the nasty complications that come with it. Do your own research online instead of just blindly trusting whatever a doctor tells you. Good luck.
Joseph Green12 said:I picked up a glucose monitor, but I’m not seeing any crazy spikes. I should be catching those hypoglycemic crashes with this thing, right? Or am I just reacting too fast?
Look, reactive hypoglycemia usually hits you as total exhaustion or feeling wiped out right after you eat—that classic spike followed by a massive crash. You'll also feel it if you go a few hours without food and that fatigue kicks in..
Just so we're clear, you can't track insulin resistance with a standard glucose meter. You could have perfect blood sugar readings for years while being pre-diabetic, and you wouldn't see high numbers until full-blown diabetes sets in. The only way to really spot resistance early is through fasting insulin tests or specific clinical screenings..
"My endocrinologist says I have mild insulin resistance—so, once again, nothing major."
Look, any kind of insulin resistance shouldn't be ignored, especially at your age. You’re probably dealing with glucose fluctuations or even reactive hypoglycemia, which can make you feel just as low as clinical depression. When your insulin sensitivity tanks, your cells aren't just failing to grab glucose; they're struggling to absorb everything else too—amino acids, vitamins, minerals, the whole works.
Maybe you should check your electrolyte levels, specifically the ones that mess with your heart rhythm. Things like Magnesium, or if you're getting too much or too little salt. Potassium deficiency is a huge one, too—it’s actually pretty tough to hit that daily goal of 4,700mg just by eating regular meals. Try loading up on more leafy greens and avocado, or you could just pick up some potassium chloride supplements to make it easier.
I read somewhere yesterday that people are reporting their post-COVID symptoms actually getting better after they get vaccinated. It’s all just anecdotal right now, though—there hasn't been any actual scientific study done on it yet.
There’s nothing you can really do about it besides changing your lifestyle and cutting out those habits. You've gotta decide what matters more: your health or... Plus, hitting the gym hard late at night is just going to spike your cortisol and adrenaline, making everything ten times worse.
It’d be ideal if I could just see a functional medicine specialist, but unfortunately, they’re still pretty hard to find around here (unless I’m totally missing something).. To me, this looks like some kind of toxicity issue, maybe heavy metals. Also, you should check if you're spending too much time in a damp spot where you might be dealing with mold exposure.
Look, I’m not a doctor and I’m definitely not licensed to give medical advice. This is just my take based on some trial and error and stuff I've picked up on my own. You could try going low carb—specifically keto—since it has a diuretic effect. Basically, slash the carbs and load up on high-quality fats. Just make sure you stay hydrated and keep your electrolytes in check: potassium, sodium, magnesium.
Joseph Taylor11 said:If I lived in any major city, I wouldn't even be bothering to post on this thread.🤦
Look, you’ve got that one privilege we don't really have in the big cities like NYC: you can actually grow your own food. Use the resources you've got. Complaining isn't going to change anything.
Look, don't come for me if you think this sounds like some fringe wellness nonsense, but I’d personally jump on low-carb and hitting at least a 16-hour daily intermittent fasting window right away.