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Why Is My A1C Still High Even When I’m Trying to Do Everything Right?

You’re eating better, moving more, and the number still won’t budge. Here’s what an A1C plateau usually means—and where to look next.
Dr. Beverly Yates, ND · 3 min read
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Can Type 2 Diabetes Be Reversed? What You Need to Know About Remission

Remission is real for many people—but the word matters. What the research says, and what it takes.
Dr. Beverly Yates, ND · 3 min read
A quiet morning at home in midlife

Why Can Blood Sugar Get Harder to Manage During Perimenopause and Menopause?

Hormones change the rules. Why your old approach may stop working in midlife—and what helps.
Dr. Beverly Yates, ND · 2 min read
A patient talking through her health with her doctor

How Do You Know If You Have Insulin Resistance—and What Can You Do About It?

The signs often show up years before a diagnosis. How to recognize them early and what to do next.
Dr. Beverly Yates, ND · 3 min read
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What Should You Eat First to Help Reduce a Blood Sugar Spike?

The order you eat your food can change your glucose response. A simple sequencing habit to try this week.
Dr. Beverly Yates, ND · 3 min read
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Why Can Stress and Poor Sleep Raise Your Blood Sugar Even When Your Diet Hasn’t Changed?

Your glucose doesn’t only listen to your fork. Why a rough week can show up in your numbers.
Dr. Beverly Yates, ND · 2 min read
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