You’ve heard exercise helps blood sugar, but did you know your muscles are quietly working 24/7 to manage glucose—even when you’re not moving? In this video, I explain how muscle mass plays a powerful role in insulin sensitivity, fat burning, and long-term metabolic health. I’ll show you exactly how to eat, move, and recover to build lean muscle and control blood sugar naturally—without relying on medications. If you’re serious about reversing insulin resistance and protecting your metabolism, this is a must-watch.
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muscle and blood sugar, insulin resistance reversal, blood sugar control tips, natural fat loss strategies, Dr Ashley Lucas
CHAPTERS:
0:00 Surprising Role of Muscle in Blood Sugar Control
0:40 Why Muscle Is a Glucose Sponge (Even at Rest)
1:28 What Happens When You Eat a High-Carb Breakfast
2:34 How Insulin and Muscle Work Together to Lower Blood Sugar
3:50 Why More Muscle Means Less Fat Storage
5:10 Why Less Muscle Leads to Insulin Resistance
6:00 How to Lose Fat Without Losing Muscle (PhD Approach)
6:55 How to Calculate Your Optimal Daily Protein Intake
7:40 Best Exercises to Build Metabolic Muscle
8:20 Full-Body Workouts for Maximum Fat Burn
9:00 Strength Training Benefits for Glucose and Bone Health
9:50 Why Sleep and Recovery Improve Insulin Sensitivity
10:20 How Refined Carbs Sabotage Your Muscle Metabolism
10:55 NEAT Movement: Hidden Secret for Daily Fat Burn
11:50 How to Track Movement to Prevent Weight Loss Plateaus
12:30 Daily Habits to Boost Muscle and Lower Blood Sugar
13:00 Natural Ways to Support GLP-1 and Burn Fat Faster
