Why ‘Normal’ Lab Work Might Be Hiding a Metabolic Storm

You got your labs back and your doctor said everything looks “normal”… but you still feel exhausted, bloated, foggy, and stuck.

Here’s the truth:
 Normal isn’t the same as optimal.
And in today’s episode of The Glucose Diaries, we’re breaking down how most standard blood work completely misses early signs of insulin resistance — and what you need to ask for instead.

We’ll cover:

  • Why “normal” ranges are based on the average (and unhealthy) population
  • Which 5 labs actually matter for metabolic health
  • The difference between blood sugar and insulin
  • What your doctor probably isn’t testing — but should be
  • How to finally understand what your labs really mean

This is the episode that will help you take your health into your own hands — with real data, not just vibes.

🧠 Key Takeaways:

  • “Normal” lab ranges just mean you fall within the average — and 93% of adults are metabolically unhealthy.
  • You can feel awful and still get told everything is fine.
  • The 5 markers that matter most: Fasting Glucose, A1C, Fasting Insulin, Triglycerides, and HDL.
  • Most doctors don’t test fasting insulin — but it often rises years before blood sugar does.
  • Knowing your numbers (and the optimal range) is step one to reversing insulin resistance.

📥 Resources Mentioned:

  • Download the free Metabolic Lab Snapshot Guide:
    👉 theglucosediaries.com/labs

⚠️ Disclaimer:

I’m not a doctor, and this podcast is for educational purposes only. Always consult your physician before making any health or nutrition changes.

THE GLUCOSE DIARIES