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In this episode of The Diabetic Toolbox, Renee explains how blood sugar spikes affect the cardiovascular system and why post-meal glucose levels matter just as much, if not more, than fasting numbers. Many people living with insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes focus only on blood sugar readings, without realizing the strain repeated spikes place on the heart and blood vessels.You will learn how oxidative stress, arterial stiffness, and inflammation are connected to post-meal blood sugar highs, and how simple daily habits can help protect your heart while supporting steadier energy and better glucose control.This episode is part of a multi-day series focused on diabetes, heart health, and sustainable lifestyle changes.What You Will Learn in This Episode• How blood sugar spikes cause oxidative stress • Why repeated glucose highs stiffen arteries • The difference between fasting and post-meal blood sugar • How insulin resistance affects the cardiovascular system • Why post-meal sugars often matter most for hea