Fit to Thrive

EP 25: Continuous Glucose Monitoring - What, Why, How, When

In this episode, Jenna discusses her choice to do Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) during pregnancy, rather than the traditional glucose challenge to screen for gestational diabetes. However the bulk of the episode is dedicated to how you could utilize a CGM in your health journey to overcome insulin resistance, adrenal fatigue, weight loss resistance, metabolic repair, or PCOS. She shares her personal experience with CGM, explaining how it provides valuable insights into blood sugar regulation and its impact on overall health. Jenna emphasizes the role of nutrition, exercise, stress, and sleep in managing blood glucose levels and highlights the significance of understanding insulin's role in this process.  Need some support in figuring out if a CGM may help you on your health journey?  DM me on instagram @coachjennafoster or send me an email jennafoster@summithealthcoaching.com [jennafoster@summithealthcoaching.com] - I’m happy to provide some insight and guidance.  Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) 05:08 Understanding Blood Sugar and Its Impact on Health 09:58 The Role of Insulin in Blood Glucose Regulation 14:55 Personal Experience with CGM During Pregnancy 20:03 Interpreting CGM Data and Its Implications 24:48 Nutritional Insights from CGM Usage 30:00 Practical Considerations for Using CGM 34:46 Conclusion and Resources  Keywords Continuous Glucose Monitoring, CGM, blood sugar management, insulin resistance, pregnancy health, nutrition, exercise, stress management, health coaching, wellness

Ep 24 - Pregnancy Updates: TTC, loss, healing, 1st 2nd and early 3rd trimester

In this episode of the Fit to Thrive podcast, Jenna shares her personal journey through pregnancy, discussing her experiences with trying to conceive, early pregnancy loss, and the emotional challenges that accompany these experiences. She emphasizes the importance of preparing both physically and mentally for pregnancy, the significance of having a supportive care team, and the various stages of her pregnancy journey, including the first and second trimesters. Jenna also touches on her plans for childbirth and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with pregnancy, providing insights and advice for listeners who may be on a similar journey. Chapters: 00:57 Introduction to the Pregnancy Journey 02:24 Preparation before TTC 11:45 TTC (trigger warning, early pregnancy loss) 22:45 1st Trimester! Symptoms, choosing a care team, gender reveal, challenges (pregnancy related and just life) 49:04 Second trimester!  01:04:11 Third Trimester  01:16:35 Sneak peak for next 3 episodes  Keywords: pregnancy, trying to conceive, emotional health, holistic nutrition, hormone balance, prenatal care, first trimester, second trimester, birth plan, support system

Ep 23 - Is cortisol the reason you're gaining weight?

Adrenal fatigue and cortisol are very trendy topics right now. And it’s because they are a HUGE problem for the modern day woman. I’m sure you’re getting up early, working, getting a work out in, taking care of your family, and putting fires out left and right. (and if we’re being honest you kinda like being the one to corral the chaos, right?) The problem? Our bodies can only take so much stress and after time our biology takes over and we suffer from * Unwanted weight gain * Sugar and salt cravings * Brain fog * Fatigue  * Sleep disturbances * Anxiety, depression and what feels like a damn personality change In this episode, I share my personal journey through adrenal fatigue and how you can recognize not only symptoms, but behaviors that may give away the fact that stress and cortisol is the reason your mid section is adding inches even though you’re counting your macros and eating clean.

Ep 22: My labs came back normal...now what?

Your labs came back “normal” and you’re feeling angry, dismissed, a bit embarrassed, and utterly lost for what to do now. No worries, I’ve been there and I’m going to tell you exactly what I wish I had done the first time this happened to me.  And because I know what you’re thinking: * NO, you are not crazy.  * NO, your symptoms are not in your head * YES, you deserve answers  I routinely order labs for my clients when they start so that we can get a comprehensive look at what’s going on under the hood and make the best plan for them to see quick results. If you want to see what we all test for, you can download the list of labs and why we ask for them here [https://go.summithealthcoaching.com/lab-reference-sheet-download].

Ep 21: 6 things to try before you get gut tests done

You’ve been suffering with bloating, cramps, stanky gas, and irregular bathroom habits? You’ve finally said enough is enough, you want some answers but aren’t quite sure if you should do some gut testing or what the best next step is?  In this episode I break down my thoughts on: * Popular gut tests (which ones are actually worth it, and which are a waste of your money) * When is the right time to get gut testing done * And what you should make sure that you do before spending money on gut tests Want the guide we talk about in this episode? Click here [https://api.getkaboodle.com/widget/form/umAGSN4L787lzNfhg3v5] to download your own copy.