Glucose spikes aren’t always caused by food. Cortisol and adrenaline associated with stress can cause the liver to release more glucose into circulation than the muscle can absorb resulting in glucose spikes and higher Lingo Count.
Large and frequent glucose spikes connected to feelings of stress can impact metabolism even though they are independent of meals. Stress can also make spikes during meals and snacks larger than they otherwise would be resulting in a higher Lingo Count total.
Keep in mind:
- Stress is highly varied and may be related to home life, work, or other life events.
- Stress can be transient, such as during public speaking, or chronic, such as from financial hardship, family or work challenges, or an underlying medical condition.
- Stress often varies between workdays and days off, which may result in more glucose spikes and higher Lingo Count on workdays.
To combat stress:
- Get sufficient and consistent sleep.
- Try stress reduction techniques like meditation, exercise and connecting with family and friends.