EP. 145: Metabolic Health During Pregnancy & It’s Long Term Effects on Our Children | Lily Nichols

In this episode of the Dr. Tyna show, we’re diving deep into the realm of prenatal and pregnancy metabolic health with registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator Lily Nichols as she unpacks the sobering realities of metabolic health for women and men in their reproductive years and its impact on future generations. Come along as Lily Nichols shares her expertise on gestational diabetes, revealing how maternal blood sugar control affects fetal health and long-term risks. From how we test for and treat gestational diabetes in pregnancy to the significance of metabolic health in preconception preparation, we explore the pivotal connection between metabolic health and the health of future generations. Check Out Lily: Website Instagram Facebook Twitter   On This Episode We Cover: 4:14 - Lily Nichols’s education & work experience 7:21- Insulin resistance in utero  13:58 - Long term health effects of insulin resistance  18:06 - Gestational diabetes treatment & testing  24:49 - Insulin levels throughout pregnancy  28:46 CGM & its use in pregnancy  32:32 - The impact of low metabolic health on the fetus  38:18 - Preparing for pregnancy  45:24 - Metabolic health & fertility 48:34 - BMI during pregnancy  55:05 - The long term effects of malnutrition  58:20 - Exercise during pregnancy & managing blood sugar levels Sponsored By: Qualia Senolytic  Go to neurohacker.com/drtyna and use code DRTYNA for 15% off Sundays Get 40% off your first order at sundaysfordogs.com/drtyna with code DRTYNA Momentous  Get 15% off with code DRTYNA at livemomentous.com  BiOptimizers Go to bioptimizers.com/drtyna and use code DRTYNA to save 10% and get a free gift with purchase  NutriSense Get $30 OFF with code DRTYNA at nutrisense.io/drtyna Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or other supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. Information provided in this blog/podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Dr. Tyna Moore. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease.