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The First Lady of Nutrition sits down with Sara Vance, nutritionist, speaker, and author of “A Perfect Metabolism.” Together, Ann Louise and Sara debunk myths about metabolism and explain how much control we actually have over it. They also discuss the importance of crafting individualized diets, stabilizing blood sugar to avoid spikes and crashes, and how this impacts mood, hunger, and sleep. Sara also shares tips on using glucose monitors for real-time insights into how foods affect blood sugar, as well as practical tweaks—like adding coconut oil—to improve stability. The topic of insulin resistance is also explored, why it’s common in women, the link between sleep and metabolism, and how resistant carbs like “skinny starch” and Tiger Nuts can support gut and colon health. With her simple, actionable advice, Sara makes taking control of your metabolism and blood sugar balance easier than ever. For more information, check out saravance.com.

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