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

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

Hello,

Welcome to this episode of The Talking Apron.  

Fiber is more than just roughage. It's powerful nutrition science at work in your body. In this episode, we'll unpack how a fiber-rich diet supports gut healing, fuels your microbiome, and naturally boosts GLP-1, a hormone that plays a big role in blood sugar control.

We'll cover:

How fiber helps repair leaky gut and calm inflammation

Why feeding your gut microbes leads to better overall health

The surprising connection between biver and GLP-1 production for blood sugar balance

Simple, practical ways to get more fiber on your plate every day

If you've ever wondered how something as simple as vegetables, beans or whole grains could transform your health from the inside out, this episode will give you the clarity and confidence to make fiber your secret weapon.

Plus a Free Resource for you.  "What Now? 10 Questions Women Ask When Diabetes is knocking. Simple help in to get you started when navigating a worry or new diagnosis of prediabetes.

Hey there!

Tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, eggplant- these colorful "nightshade" vegetables" show up on our plates in so many ways. But if you've ever heard they're bad for inflammation, arthritis or even blood sugar, you might be wondering: Should I be eating them at all?

In this episode of The Talking Apron, I break down:

• The real nutrition benefits of "nightshades" for blood sugar and overall health
• The myths about inflammation and arthritis and what science actually says
• The truth about lectins
• How to buy store and cook nightshades safely and deliciously
• Simple Diabetes friendly recipes you can enjly without fear

If you've ever felt confused about whether these veggies belong in your kitchen, this conversation will healp you sort out fact from fiction, so you can cook with confidence and keep your meals nourishing and blood sugar balanced.

Let's get personal... Are you someone who cares about your health future and is concerned about diabetes or maybe you've just been handed a rising A1C or the word prediabets came up at your last doctor's visit?  Now your mind is spinning...What can I eat? Do I have to give up pasta? Will I end up on insulin?

This does not have to be you. Sometimes just a few small changes make all the difference.

Grab your free guide: What Now? Ten Questions Women Ask When Diabetes is Knocking

You'll find clear science backed answers you can use at your very next meal-no jargon, no judgemnt, just step by step support

Listen Now to Episode #115 Nightshades and Lectins: What They Mean for Diabetes Health

What Now? Ten Questions Women Ask When Diabetes is Knocking

Hey There Folks,

In this episode of The Talking Apron, we're celebrating one of summer's most versitile vegetables: zucchini. From backyard gardens to farmers'markets, zucchini is everywhere this season, and it's more than just a side dish. Packed with fiber, hydrations and nutrients, this mild-tasting veggie can play a powerful role in keeping bloo sugar steady and meal prep simple.

• Here's what we're stirring up in today's kithen chat:
• The nutrition power of zucchini for balanced blood sugar
• Why zucchini is a diabetes-friendly swap for high-carb sides
• Smart tips for buying, storing and prepping summer squash
• batch cooking ideas, cook once, eat zucchini during the week or freeze
• Quick recipe inspirations that make healthy eating effortless

Wheather you're facing a new prediabetes diagnosis or simply want to eat with more purpose, this episode shows you how zucchini can lighten your plate and your stress.

Tune in and discover how a simple squash can become your secret weapon for diabetes-friendly meal planning.

Want the free Guide: What Now? Questions Women Ask When Diabetes is Knocking.

Click the link and as a bonus, recieve weekly, the recipes mentioned in the podcast.

Bold & Balanced: Black Pepper-The Tiny Spice That Makes Healthy Eating Pop

Black pepper isn't Just a table shaker, it's a tiny metabolic helper.  In this episode of The Talking Apron podcast, we crack open the science of piperine, the compound that give pepper its kick and helps your body absorb foods like turmeric.  You'll learn how a simple grind can boost flavor, support insulin sensitivity, and make healthy meals feel anything but bland,

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How piperine may enhance nutrient absorption
• Exactly how to buy, grind and store pepper for maximum punch (whole vs preground, black vs. white vs. green)
• Quick recipes to try
• Bite-sized History and fun facts

If you are ready to season smarter, not just saltier, this is your episode for a litte step to change your health.

Listen and find information on the FREE Guide: What Now? Questions Women Ask When Diabetes is Knocking. 

Best,

Anne

Hey There,

Glad you found The Talking Apron podcast.

Need a creamy way to keep blood sugar steady and dinner stress-free? In this episode of The Talking Apron, we dive into the mighty avocado. Your kitchen's build-in source of healthy fats, gut-loving fiber, and instant flavor.  You'll hear:

• Why the fat and fiber combo in avocados calms glucose spikes
• Simple tricks to buy, ripen and store without the dreaded gray spots
• Freezer friendly economics
• A moan worthy vegan chocolate pudding that low in net carbs

Whether diabetes has arrived or is knocking at your door, meal-planning on the fly, or just curious about thes dark green powerhouse, you'll leave with practical tips you can use at your very next meal. Plus your recieve a dose of apron courage.  Pull up a chair, grab your water and let's get cooking.

Want the recipes mentioned in the podcast episodes find the link for the free guide below and you'll recieve weekly recipes and a touch of healthy inspiration.

Anne

PS.  Hear is the FREE guide I spoke about during this episode. What NOW? Questions Women Ask When Diabetes is Knocking

Howdy Friends, 

Welcome to The Talking Apron podcast. This episode is being recorded in the middle of summer, when gardens are bountiful and fresh food is at it's best.

The herb, fresh, feathery dill isn't just for pickles. In episode 111, we break down dill's low-carb nutrition stats, research linking dill to better insulin sensitivity, food storage and a few recipes.

Grab your cuppa.. water, hydrate and press play, let dill deliver big flavor and steadier numbers that may worry you.

Listen for Anne's story,.. her worries that she has transformed into a free guide for listeners.

Click here for What NOW? Questions women ask when concerned about prediabetes. 

Best,

Anne 

Hey There Folks,

Ready to spice up your wellness routine in just fifteen minutes? Episode #110 of The Talking Apron, Ginger Zing: Flavor and Blood Sugar Balance, invites you to discover how a humble knob of ginger can calm your stomach, smooth out blood-sugar bumps, and turn everyday meals into flavor-forward confidence boosters.

Pour yourself a glass of water, press play, and let Anne reveal the surprising science, quick uses, buying and storage ideas.

If you're newly navigating prediabetes or simply need a restart or simply craving fresh inspiration, you won't want to miss the uplifting takeaway at the end, plus the FREE guide What Now? Questions Prediabetic Women Ask!

Click the link below.

What NOW? Questions Pre diabetic Women Ask.

Tune in now!

Best,

Anne

Hey There Folks,

Thanks for finding The Talking Apron podcast.

Are you craving something sweet that won't send your glucose on a roller coaster? In this bite-sized episode, #109 Kiwi Kick-Start: A quick Boost for Blood Sugar Balance, host Anne Bernardin breaks down why kiwi fruit deserves a front-row spot in every pre-diabetic woman's kitchen (really everyone's kitchen).

What you'll learn

• How to tame the sweet tooth spike-How kiwi's low glycemic load keeps numbers steady.
• Vitamin C power for faster healing-Collagen, immunity, and wound care in one juicy bite.
• Fiber and Digestion rescue-Beat bloat and boost gut health with kiwi's soluble fiber
• Smart  buying and Storing(peel or no-Peel?)- pro tips for ripening, refrigeration, freezing, and maximizing nutrients
• Quick after supper sweet treat

Do you worry about your rising blood sugar numbers?  Or .just concerned about diabetes in general?

Use this link to find the FREE guide

 What Now? Questions Pre-Diabetic Women Ask-

Pull up a chair-your apron's waiting!

Warmly,

Anne