Are you eating healthier, moving more, and still not seeing results on the scale? You might be dealing with insulin resistance—and you’re not alone. This silent disruptor affects millions and makes it nearly impossible to lose weight, especially around the belly, until it's addressed.

In today’s episode, I’m breaking down:

• What insulin resistance actually is

• Why it blocks fat loss even when you’re doing “everything right”

• The illnesses it’s tied to, like prediabetes, PCOS, and more

• Early warning signs to watch for

• What you can do starting today to reverse it—without fad diets

If you’ve been struggling and wondering “what am I missing?”—this episode is for you.

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Summary:
In this milestone episode of The Path to Better A1C, Jenny answers 25 of the most common questions about energy, cravings, blood sugar, fatigue, insulin resistance, and lifestyle change. You’ll walk away with simple, practical tips you can start using right away.

🎧 From "Why am I always tired?" to "Can I reverse prediabetes naturally?"—Jenny breaks it down in a relatable, real-talk way.

✨ Highlights:

• How blood sugar instability impacts your energy

• What causes the 3PM slump and how to avoid it

• Smart swaps for sugar cravings

• Simple changes that support insulin sensitivity

• Why habits—not willpower—lead to lasting results

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Ever feel shaky after eating or wake up with high blood sugar—even if you ate perfectly the night before?

This episode unpacks two common blood sugar issues: reactive hypoglycemia and the dawn phenomenon. Jenny walks you through what they are, how they differ, what causes them, and how to manage each—so you can feel steady, clear-headed, and in control of your blood sugar again.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• What reactive hypoglycemia and the dawn phenomenon really are

• Why one causes low blood sugar after eating, and the other causes high blood sugar before waking

• Which hormones and insulin patterns are involved

• Actionable food, sleep, and stress strategies to stabilize both

Resources & Links:

• 🎁 Blood Sugar Balancing Snacks List (Free)

• 🌐 Jenny’s Website

• 📱 Follow Jenny on Instagram @coachjenp

  
  

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Are cravings running the show lately—especially when you’re tired, stressed, or overwhelmed?

This episode breaks down the real biology behind cravings, especially in those managing prediabetes or insulin resistance. Jenny explains how stress, cortisol, blood sugar, and inflammation all interact to increase hunger, reduce self-control, and sabotage your best intentions.

If you’ve ever felt like food has more control over you than you’d like—this episode will help you take that power back with science, strategy, and self-compassion.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why cravings aren’t about willpower—they’re about your hormones

• How cortisol increases appetite, blood sugar, and belly fat

• Why people with insulin resistance or diabetes crave more often

• How poor sleep, inflammation, and nutrient deficiencies worsen cravings

• 3 actionable ways to reduce cravings and feel more in control

Join me for Cravings, Crashes and the 3pm Slump Workshop on Thursday, May 29 at 1 PM EST (free & virtual).
We’ll walk through:

• The top 3 hidden causes of fatigue and cravings

• How to stabilize blood sugar naturally

• A clear strategy to feel focused, fueled, and back in control

✨ Save your seat at www.jennypena.com/workshop
Or DM me “WORKSHOP” on Instagram @coachjenp and I’ll send you the link personally.

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You’ve got this—and you don’t have to white-knuckle your way through it.

Struggling to focus? Feeling fuzzy, forgetful, or mentally drained?

You’re not alone—and you’re not broken. In this episode, Jenny explains how unstable blood sugar, stress, and sleep issues can create the perfect storm for brain fog. You’ll learn why this happens, what to look out for, and how to support your brain and blood sugar for better clarity and energy. In this episode you will learn:

• ​What brain fog really is and how it shows up
• ​How glucose spikes and crashes affect your memory and focus
• ​Why people with prediabetes and insulin resistance experience mental fatigue
• ​Three ways to reduce fog and boost brain power naturally

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If your energy crashes after lunch, your body isn’t failing you—your blood sugar might be.

In this episode, Jenny explains what’s really behind the afternoon slump: blood sugar spikes and crashes. You’ll learn how the way you start your day impacts your energy, why this happens more often in people with prediabetes and insulin resistance, and how to avoid the 3PM crash with simple daily shifts.

🟡 Join Jenny’s free Energy Fix Workshop on Thursday, May 29 at 1 PM EST
You’ll learn:

• The 3 hidden causes of fatigue

• How to flatten your blood sugar curve

• What to eat and do to get off the rollercoaster—for good

Remember to subscribe to get the alert when new episodes are available every Friday morning!

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About This Episode:

Feeling tired all the time—even after a full night’s sleep?

You're not just busy or getting older. If you’re dealing with prediabetes or insulin resistance, that deep exhaustion you’re experiencing could be a sign of diabetes-related fatigue—and today, we’re breaking it down.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What diabetes fatigue actually is (and why it’s so common)

• The science behind why blood sugar affects your energy

• Key signs to look out for—even before a diagnosis

• Nutrition, lifestyle, and mindset shifts to support better energy naturally

✨ Plus, I’ll share details about my free upcoming workshop on Thursday, May 29 at 1 PM EST:
"Cravings, Crashes & the 3PM Slump: 3 Ways to Take Back Control."

🎧 Ready to feel more like yourself again?
Let’s reconnect with your energy—one habit at a time.

Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Register for the free workshop: Email hello@jennypena.com or DM on Instagram @coachjenp the word WORKSHOP for the link

• Learn more at www.jennypena.com

• Free download of Blood Sugar Balancing Snacks List - subscribepage.io/snacks

🔎 About This Episode

Can a vinegar shot or a lemon water hack really lower your blood sugar?In this episode, I cover:
✔️ Which blood sugar “hacks” are backed by science
✔️ How to use food order and movement strategically
✔️ The truth about popular trends like berberine, vinegar, and more
✔️ What actually works for lasting change
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