The best books for balancing blood sugar and improving health

“Glucose Revolution” – Jessie Inchauspé

Biochemist Jessie Inchauspé shares simple and practical tips on how blood sugar balance affects weight, energy, and mood. The book includes science-based recommendations and everyday tricks for controlling glucose levels. For example:

• Eat fiber-rich vegetables first and save carbs for the end of the meal—this reduces blood sugar spikes.

• Add protein, fat, and fiber to each meal to slow glucose absorption.
• Start the day with a savory breakfast (not sweet) to avoid the first blood sugar spike of the day.
• Take a 10-minute walk after meals to naturally lower blood sugar.

The book is perfect for anyone who wants to better understand the impact of nutrition on their health.

“The Glucose Goddess Method” – Jessie Inchauspé

This practical sequel to “Glucose Revolution” offers a four-week step-by-step plan to balance blood sugar levels. It is suitable for those who want to make their eating and lifestyle habits more conscious and healthier.

Some ideas and tips to bring into daily life:

• If you eat sweets, consume them at the end of a meal, not on an empty stomach, to reduce blood sugar fluctuations.
• Always carry healthy snacks like nuts or veggie sticks to avoid eating fast food that spikes blood sugar when hungry.
• Allow yourself a “glucose goddess day” where you focus entirely on stabilizing blood sugar to see immediately how well your body responds.

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“Dangerous Secrets of Blood Sugar” – Dr. Sergey Saadi

Dr. Sergey Saadi addresses the connection between insulin resistance and chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease. He offers detailed lifestyle change recommendations to help prevent and treat health issues. Dr. Saadi is a recognized family medicine doctor with special expertise in treating insulin resistance and related conditions.

From the book, you will learn, for example:

• Hidden sugar is everywhere: Many processed foods contain hidden sugars, so it’s important to read labels and avoid unnecessary additives.
• Sleep and blood sugar connection: Insufficient sleep disrupts insulin function and raises blood sugar, so quality sleep is as important as nutrition.
• Meal timing is critical: Regular and timely eating helps stabilize blood sugar—long gaps between meals can cause sharp glucose rises.
• Effect of stress: Chronic stress raises blood sugar through cortisol, so reducing stress (e.g., with meditation) is an important part of blood sugar management.

“Health-Supporting Foods” – Maire and Merilin Vesingi

This book by Estonian authors focuses on the healing power of food, offering practical guidance on how to improve health and prevent disease through conscious eating. The authors explain which foods support the body’s natural processes, strengthen immunity, and promote energy and well-being.

Key ideas from the book:

• Individuality of nutrition: Every person’s body is different. Therefore, it is important to find a balance that supports your specific needs and lifestyle.

• Plant-based food is a powerful aid: Plant foods, especially leafy greens, are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, supporting the body’s ability to recover.

• Reducing sugar and refined carbohydrates: These foods cause inflammation and deplete the body’s resources, so they should be avoided.

• Probiotics and fiber: Fermented foods and fiber-rich foods support digestion and strengthen the gut microbiome.