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Reading Nutrition Labels: The Truth About Carbs, Sugar, and Hidden Sweeteners and how it can help lower your a1c and take control of prediabetes
I love talking about nutrition and how to balance your blood sugar, and on Episode 31 of my podcast “The Path to Better A1C”, I broke down the real impact of hidden sugars—from your morning yogurt to your afternoon protein bar—and explained how these sneaky ingredients can be driving your energy crashes, cravings, and blood…
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The Diabetes Plate Method: A Simple, Science-Backed Approach
The Diabetes Plate Method is a straightforward, visual way to build healthy meals without having to count every carbohydrate. This is the first thing I recommend to all of my clients to regulate their blood sugar and manage cravings. This method is endorsed by the American Diabetes Association and is based on scientific research showing…
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What You Need to Know About Prediabetes (and how to reverse it NOW)
Diabetes affects millions in the U.S., with 37.3 million diagnosed and 96 million with prediabetes, many unaware of their condition. Prediabetes signals elevated blood sugar levels, needing intervention to prevent progression. Lifestyle changes can reverse this condition. Personalized coaching can support individuals in achieving better health and preventing type 2 diabetes.
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Using GLP-1s for Weight Loss? Read This First
If you’re using GLP-1 medications for weight loss and wondering whether you’re “doing it right,” you’re not alone. With so much conflicting advice out there, many people aren’t failing — they’re confused. This post breaks down the most common GLP-1 myths and what actually supports energy, muscle, and long-term results.
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Why Lentils Are a January Power Food (Plus a Cozy Blood Sugar–Friendly Recipe)
Lentils are warm, grounding, affordable, and quietly powerful when it comes to supporting energy, blood sugar, and fullness — without feeling like “diet food.”
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Christmas Eve, Culture, and the Table We Gather Around
Christmas Eve has always been the heart of the holiday for me. As someone with Dominican heritage and a Christian background, this night has never been about rushing or perfection. It’s about gathering. It’s about family. It’s about faith, tradition, and sitting around a table with the people who shaped you. Growing up, Christmas Eve…
Jenny Pena, NBC-HWC
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