490: The Truth About Glucose Spikes, Hormone Imbalances & Foods That Fight Inflammation with Brigid Titgemeier

Brigid Titgemeier is a functional medicine registered dietitian, nutrition expert, and founder of BeingBrigid, known for her science-backed approach to metabolic health, blood sugar regulation, and using food to address the root causes of chronic symptoms.
In this episode, Brigid breaks down why so many women are doing all the “right” things for their health but still struggling with fatigue, brain fog, mood changes, and stubborn symptoms. She shares the blood markers every woman should know, including optimal fasting glucose, insulin, and ferritin levels, plus the early signs of insulin resistance that can show up before anything looks abnormal on your labs.
We get into the complicated relationship between blood sugar and hormones, whether glucose spikes are actually something to worry about, how to adjust your carbohydrate and protein intake throughout your cycle and into perimenopause, and the foods that can influence inflammation and mental health. Brigid also shares the most impactful dietary changes you can make starting today, why you might wake up exhausted even after a full night’s sleep, and how to pursue better health without becoming obsessive about every number.
This episode is packed with specific, actionable advice to help you understand your body, interpret your labs, and finally feel as good as you’re trying to be.
You can find Brigid @beingbrigid on Instagram
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