The body has a very intricate and skillful way to ensure your blood sugar (glucose) levels are kept at steady levels, or in homeostasis. When you consume foods, especially carbohydrates, blood sugar increases, and the body releases insulin, the hormone responsible for metabolizing, or breaking down, sugar molecules. Insulin ensures that sugar is delivered to our cells for energy production. However, if you skip meals or go long periods without eating (such as in between meals), your blood sugar levels drop, making you feel fatigued, weak, or even lethargic. For example, people who skip breakfast and eat only two very large meals during the day are likely to experience an energy “crash” in between meals due to a dip in blood sugar. Instead, try eating smaller, more frequent meals throughout the day.