If you’ve ever stood in the grocery store staring at a food label feeling confused, overwhelmed, or just unsure of what really matters—you’re not alone. Most people don’t realize how misleading food packaging can be…and it’s costing them their health.

In this episode, we’re breaking down how to read food labels the right way so you can stop falling for marketing tricks and start making choices that support your blood sugar, weight, and overall health. Because if you don’t know how to spot added sugars, inflammatory oils, or harmful additives hiding in so-called “healthy” foods, you’ll keep sabotaging your results—without even knowing it.

Discover which numbers on the label actually matter (and which to ignore), how to decode tricky ingredient lists, and what hidden ingredients are doing to your gut, metabolism, and cravings.

You’ll walk away with practical tools to shop smarter, eat better, and take back control of your health—plus a surprising tip at the end that could do wonders for your gut health and inflammation.

Highlights From This Episode

[0:00] Introduction

[1:36] Why "% Daily Value" is Misleading

[2:49] Serving Size & Hidden Calories

[3:31] Net Carbs & Blood Sugar Impact

[4:11] Added Sugars & Ingredient Tricks

[7:20] Fats, Oils & What to Avoid

[10:00] Protein & Reading Ingredient Lists

[10:34] What To Look For In The Ingredient List 

[11:50] Bonus Gut Health Tip

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Resources From This Episode

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>> Free Low Insulin Food Guide
>> Free Master Your Macros Training Video