Start your day off right with these expert-backed morning habits to support stable blood sugar levels and overall health.

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Managing your blood sugar starts the moment you wake up.

Havinghealthy blood sugar levelscan help support more consistent energy levels, better mood, improved focus and more.

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Movement activates your muscles to use glucose for energy, reducing the amount circulating in your bloodstream.

Research backs this up too, showing that moderate-intensity movement shortly after eating can lower post-meal glucose levels.

The Bottom Line

Creating a blood sugarfriendly morning routine doesnt have to be complicated.

These expert-backed strategies not only promote better blood sugar levels but also support overall health and well-being.

Looking for some healthy and nourishing morning meal ideas?Try these delicious blood sugarfriendly breakfast recipes!

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