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Do you have aching joints, low energy, blood sugar that feels harder to manage than it use to? If this sounds familiar, chronic inflammation may be part of the story. In this The Talking Apron: Women 60+ Diabetes Prevention and Nutrition podcast, Anne Bernardin breaks down what inflammation really is, why it increases with age, and most importantly, how everyday foods can help calm it naturally. You'll learn: The difference between healpful and harmful inflammation why chronic inflammation affects blood sugar, joints and engery Which foods help quiet inflammation without dieting How to build a simple anti inflammatory plate that fits real life. This episode isn't about restriction or perfection, it's about understanding how food communicates with your body and using that knowledge to feel better, one meal at a time. Plus, Anne invites you to join her FREE Facebook group of the same name: Women 60+ Diabetes Prevention & Nutrition Education, where food, habits and confidence come together. Pull up a chair, your apron's waiting. FREE Facebook Group
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Why do most women over 60 struggle to keep weight off and stabilize blood sugar, even when they are motivated? In this The Talking Apron podcast: Diabetes Prevention & Nutrition, episode #135 Small Daily Habits After 60: The Science of Lasting Weight & Blood Sugar Change. Anne breaks down the science of habit formation, aging metabolism, and why small daily changes outperform motivation every time. You'll learn: Why will power fades (and what actually works) The 66 day rule of habit formation.. does it really work? Simple daily habits that lower blood sugar naturally. Why sustainable change requires structure, not intensity If you're navigating prediabetes, stubborn belly weight or fluctuating energy, this episode explains why patience and repetition are your greatest tools. Enrollment is now open for Aging with Strength & Confidence, a structured six month program for women 60+ ready to build lasting health. Begin March 2, 2026 Aging with Strength & Confidence Interesting in Joining us? Email: [email protected]
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Hey there friends, Glad you are here! "Leaky Gut" is one of the most confusing and fear-based terms in nutrition right now. In this episode, Anne Bernardin, breaks it down in plain, practical language. You'll learn what leaky gut really means, what it doesn't and why it's not a diagnosis or reason to fear food. We'll talk about how gut health connects to inflammation and blood sugar, especially for women over 60 and what actually supports a healthier gut without extreme diets or expensive supplements. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, blamed or confused by gut health advice, this episode will bring clarity, calm, and confidence back to your kitchen. Plus, Anne shares sumple realistic steps that support digestion, energy and blood sugar, one meal at a time. Join the FREE Facebook group: Women 60+ Diabetes Prevention & Nutrition Education for continued learning and support. Best, from Anne and The Talking Apron team
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Howdy Folks, Hydration isn't just about drinking more water, especially after 60. In this episode of the Diabetes Prevention and Nutrition Podcast, Anne Bernardin explains why hydration becomes more important as we age, how water supports cellular health, and the often overlooked connection between dehydration and higher blood sugar. You'll learn: Why thirst singnals weaken after 60 How hydration affects blood sugar, digestion and energy Why hydrating foods matter as much as beverages Simple, realistic habits to support hydration without overwhelm If you're navigating prediabetes, rising A1c numbers, or want to ae with confidence and clarity, this episode will help you understand why water matters more now, and how to make hydration a natural part of you day. Join the FREE Facebook group: Women 60+ Diabetes Prevention & Nutrition Education for support, education, and community. Best, Anne
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Hello and Welcome! You Don't Need a New Diet, You Need Fiber First! If you've been told your blood sugar is "borderline", your A1c is creaping up or you're simply trying to prevent diabetes as you age, this episode is for you. In this conversation, Anne Bernardin Diabetes Prevention Coach and Nutrition Educator introduces, the importance of eating fiber first, one of the simplest and most effective changes women over 60 can make to support steady blood sugar. You'll learn why when you eat fiber matters just as much as how much, how starting meals with vegetables can calm glucose spikes, and how this small shift can reduce cravings, improve digestion, and bring confidence back to everyday neals without dieting, or giving up foods that you love. This episode is practical, encouraging, and designed for real life. No food rules. No perfection. Just a calm doable strategy your can try at your very next meal Listen in and discover how one gentle change can make eating feel easier again. Best, Anne JOIN the free Facebook Group Women 60+ Diabetes Prevention and Nutrition Education
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Hello Folks, The holiday's or specifically, since it is Christmas Day when this podcast goes live, often comes after weeks, sometimes decades of giving to everyone else. In this short special holiday episode of Women 60+ Diabetes Prevention & Nutrition Podcast, Anne invites you to pause and receive a different kind of gift: self-care that protects our health future. If you're a woman over 60 concerned about rising A1c levels, prediabetes, or a family history of type 2 diabetes, this episode offers reassurance, clarity, and a gentle path forward, without dieting or restriction. In this episode, you'll learn: What selfcare really looks like for women 60+ (and why it matters for blood sugar) How stress, skipped meals, and guilt quietly raise glucose levels A calm doable way of healthier eating that supports diabetes prevention This Christmas Day episode is about kindness, consistency, and choosing progress over perfection, one meal, one habit, one steady step at a time. Join us to keep up the progress in the Free Facebook Group Women 60+ Diabetes Prevention and Nutrition Education
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Hello Friends, Today's episode marks an important new chapter for this podcast. As more and more women over 60 reach out with questions, fears, and a desire for guidance on blood sugar and nutrition, it became clear that this space needed to evolve, so it truly reflects your needs and your health journey. And it will now be dropped on the and 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month, In this foundational episode, we talk about the changes happening in your body right now, biological, digestive, and metabolic and why blood sugar can become harder to control with age. NOT because you're doing anything wrong, but because your body is speaking a little louder. You'll learn What's actually shifting in metabolism, muscle mass, and insulin response after 60 Why the same foods you've always eaten may affect you differently today. How stress sleep and daily routines quietly infuence fasting numbers Why knowledge not perfection is the most powerful tool for prevention And you'll hear how this podcat is expanding into a supportive community space where women just like you can learn, ask questions, and get steady guidance for the everyday challenges of nutrition and blood sugar control. Best, Anne Join others now : Women 60+ Diabetes Prevention and Nutrition Education Facebook group.
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Hey Friends, Welcome.. your gut isn't just about digestion, it's a full blown emotional control center. In this week's episode we explore how the foods you choose can influence your mood, cravings, stress response and even how steady your blood sugar feels though out the day. You'll learn: Why 90% of your serotonin, the "steady mood" chemical is made in your gut. How your gut bacteria responds instantly to what you eat Why fiber and color on your plate directly affects your emotional resilience The reason gut inflammation can trigger cravings, fatique and higher glucose Simple ingredients and easy meals that support calmer moods through the gut With easy kitchen examples and tiny habits you can start today, you'll walk away feeling more in control of your mood and your meals and be encouraged to use your kitchen as the place your emotional health begins. Plus: Don't miss the free guide mentioned in the episode "5 Hacks to Lower Blood Sugar FAST, a quick video start resource to steady your day right away. Pull up a chair, your gut and your mood are about to become good friends.
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Hey Folks, This Thanksgiving week we're digging into the one thing that quietly shapes your food choices, your stress, and your blood sugar during the holidays: your toughtest habit. You know the one: The nibbling while cooking The nighttime snacking The "just one more" cookie because it's the holidays The bread basket that magically empties itself During the holiday season, that habit gets louder because emotions, sugar, nostalgia, fatique, and disrupted routine collide, but here's the hopeful part: If you can shift ONE hard habit now, during the most tempting time of year, you'll walk into January with confidence and control. In this episode, you'll learn: Why your toughtest habit shows up stronger during the holidays The simple brain science behind emotional eating The habit loop that drives your automatic choices How to pick the ONE habit that gives you the biggest return How to create holiday routines that keep your blood sugar steadier This isn't about perfection. It's about presence, intention, and choosing progress over pressure. Pull up a chair and join us at the table. What NOW? Ten questions Women Ask When Diabetes Comes Knocking.
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Hello Friend, If you've ever had a resless night and woke up feeling hungrier, crankier, or more "off" with your day and food choices, there is real reason for it. Episode #127 Sleep Smarts: Why Rest is your Secret Weapon to Weight and Blood Sugar Control. In this episode, Anne explains why sleep is one of the most powerful tools for managing blood sugar, reducing cravings, and supporting a calmer, more predicatable metabolism. You'll learn: How poor sleep affects your hunger and satiey hormones Why you can wake up with higher glucose, without eating The surprising way that bad sleep can mimic prediabetes Simple fixes you can start tonight(no equipment needed) This is the missing piece that most women were never taught, and it's one change that can have a huge ripple affect through your entire day. If weight management feels harder as you age, or your blood sugar feels unpredicatble, this episode connects the dots with compassion and clarity. Listen in and find the kind of rest that makes all your health goals easier! Want answers to your questions? Subscribe to The Talking Apron newsletter and receive this What Now? Ten Questions Women Ask When Diabetes comes Knocking.
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Hey Folks, Did you know that the order in which you eat your food can change how your body handles sugar(glucose)? Welcome to The Talking Apron, where Nutrition Educator and Diabetes Prevention Coach Anne Bernardin teaches women how to use food science to feel their best, starting right in the kitchen. In today's episode, Anne share the fiber first plate method showing how paring vegetables with protein creates a powerful, natural defense against blood sugar spikes. Listen in and you'll discover The science behind this approach Easy ways to add protein to every meal Why vegetables are the missing piece of the protein puzzle How women over 60 can protect metabolism and enegy through balanced eating. Are you a women 60+? Subscribe to The Talking Apron Newletter and receive this resource FREE: What Now? Ten Questions Women Ask About Prediabetes. Receive weekly and learn nutrition tips, habit changes, meal prep ideas, diabetes updates and the latest podcast.
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Hello Folks, In this episode of The Talking Apron, Anne Bernardin breaks down how everyday cooking methods: boiling, baking, roasting, grilling and even microwaving, change the nutrients in your favorite vegetables. You'll learn which techniques boost nutrient absorption, which ones can cause loss, and how to pair your cooking methods with smart food choices to support steady blood sugar and better digestion. Anne explains the real science behind "cooking for health" shares practical tips you can use tonight and helps you see your kitchen as the best wellness tool you already own. Tune in to learn: Why boiling isn't bad (and when it's best.) How roasting and baking boost antioxidants How to grill safely without harmful compounds Why microwaving may actually preserve vitamins The truth about spinach, oxalates and calcium absorption Listen now and discover how a few smart tweaks in the kitchen can make every meal more nourishing and a little easier, too. Plus, during Nov 3-7th, 2025, the membership Kitchen Table Talk, is open for new members! If you're ready to turn what you're learning here into simple habits and real results, pull up a chari and join us. JOIN here
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Hello Listeners, One of the most misunderstood and forgotten systems of the human body is one that is the basis of long term health. Your lymphatic system is your body's built in detox network, moving fluid, fighting infection and clearing out waste every day. But unlike your heart, it doesn't have a pump, which means that what you eat and how you move makes a difference. In this episode of The Talking Apron, Anne Bernardin, Diabetes Prevention Coach and Nutrition Educator, breaks down the simple foods that keep your lymph and your energy flowing smoothly. You learn how leafy greens, citrus, garlic, berries, and healthy fats support detoxification, reduce inflammation and help balance blood sugar naturally. You'll learn: Why a sluggish lymph system can make you feel puffy, tired and off balance The top foods that help your body "drain the sink" and fight inflammation. How hydration, fiber and healthy fats work together to stabilize blood sugar. A simple "Lymph Flow Salad" recipe that tastes as good as it feels. Kitchen Table Talk Membership OPENS Nov. 3-Nov 7, 2025 Join Anne's supportive community for women 60+ ready to take their health to the next level; to age vibrantly, balance blood sugar, make small habit shifts, and simplify their kitchen life, one plate at a time. Interested find the Waitlist here, Join link will be sent to you. https://www.thetalkingapron.com/kitchen-tablewl
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Hello Listeners, This week on The Talking Apron, Anne dives into the delicious science of resistant starches and how a few kitchen tweaks can turn holiday favorites like sweet potatoes, rice and potatoes into gut-friendly, blood sugar steadying allies. You'll learn: What resistant starch really is (and how it supports your microbiome and insulin sensitivity). Why cooling cooked starches changes their chemistry for bettwe blood sugar control. Simple holiday swaps and cooking methods that let you enjoy the season without the spikes. The connection between gut health, inflammation, and long term glucose balance This episode blends nutrition science and real life strategies so you can enjoy your favorite dishes and protect your blood sugar this holiday season. FREE video guide mentioned in podcast: 5 Hacks to Lower Blood Sugar FAST and start balancing your meals with science backed strategies that work.
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Hey there, Do you ever feel like eating healthy has turned into a math test? Counting calories, logging bites and stressing over the numbers can leave you exhausted and no closer to balanced blood sugar. In this episode of The Talking Apron, Nutrition Educator and Diabetes Prevention Coach Anne Bernardin shares how to tune back into your body's natural cues and discover your own Portion Power-no calculator required. You'll learn: Why calorie counting often backfires for women managing blood sugar How to use the hunger-fullness scale and "pause points" to reconnect with your body The science behind fiber and protein for lasting satisfaction Simple visual tools to portaion withour tracking apps Easy kitchen tricks to eat to satisfaction, not stress Listen in and start building peace with your plate-one mindful meal at a time Grab your Free video guide: 5 Hacks to Lower Blood Sugar FAST at https://www.thetalkingapron.com/five-hacks
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Hey There Folks, fiber doesn't just keep you regular, it's one of the most powerful tools for lowering blood sugar and reversing insulin resistance. In this episode of The Talking Apron, host Anne Bernardin, Nutrition Educator and Certified Diabetes Prevention Coach, explains how small fiber-focused food swaps, can make a big difference in your glucose control. You'll learn: Why fiber slows glucose absorption and lowers insulin demand How gut health and inflammation impact insulin resistance Simple ways to add more fiber to every day meals On kitchen challenge to improve your blood sugar this week. GRAB the FREE video guide 5 Hacks to Lower Blood Sugar FAST And start feeling more in control of your health, without restiriction or overwhelm.
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Hello and Welcome, Most women think health confidence comes from willpower. The truth?- It's built one small win at a time. In this episode of The Talking Apron, Ann shares three simple strategies, that help reduce blood sugar, that build proof-and with proof, that the small healthy habit changes are working, comes confidence: Tracking- how a simple low carb food swaps, stress and wins journal connects your daily choices to your blood sugar results. Planning Meals(not meal planning)- strategizing your meals for stressful days Stress Check-ins- how a five-minute Sunday pause can lower cortisol and boost insulin sensitivity. Confidence doesn't grow overnight- it's built from habits that prove to you, I can do this. Are you worried about your health today and in the future, is diabetes looming? Here is a FREE video guide for 5 Hacks to Lower Blood Sugar FAST. CLICK HERE Take a look, all back by science and used for years by Anne
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Hello There, Most of us think about food, exercise, or stress when it comes to blood sugar. But sleep? That often gets left out. The truth is, poor sleep can raise cortisol, spike your blood sugar, and even change the way you crave food the next day. In this epidsode of The Talking Apron, Anne, breaks down: Why sleep deprivation raises fasting blood sugar How lack of rest drives carb and sugar cravings The real-life kitchen impact of a restless night sleep Simple apron approved tips to start sleeping better tonight. If you've ever wondered why your morning numbers are higher after a short night, or why it feels harder to eat well when you're tired, this episode is for you. Click here for FREE Video Guide: 5 Hacks to Lower Blood Sugar FAST
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Hey Folks, Think healthy eating takes too much time? Think again. In this episode of The Talking Apron podcast, Anne Bernardin shares Fast Veggie Hacks, that prove dinner can be simple, tasty and blood sugar friendly. You'll discover: Why quick veggie sides make such a difference for blood sugar stability. How to shop and save time with precut veggies Easy 10 minute hacks-like prep ahead cold salads, using leftover cooled veggies, stir fries, that turn any meal into a balanced plate Healthy eating doesn't have to be complicated. Sometimes one small veggie hack is all it takes. Here is the FREE video class that's mentioned in the podcast. 5 Hacks to Lower Blood Sugar FAST Best, Anne
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Hey Folks, Did you know every bite of broccoli, spinach, or zucchini does more than just fill your plate, it powers the very engines of your body, the cell? In this week's episode, I'll walk you through how vegetables fuel your cells through digestion and why this matters so much when you're working to keep blood sugar steady. Strengthen the gut lining, protectiing against "leaky gut" Regulate inflammation through out the body Even help trigger the release of GLP-1 It's simple science, explained in a way you understand to propel your health forward. Listen and Learn Want the info mentioned in the podcast? Here it is! What Now? Ten Questions Women Ask When Diabetes is Knocking. https://www.thetalkingapron.com/whatnow-tenquestion
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