Are you one of the millions of Americans who eat the Standard American Diet? Even if you’re not, you’re likely at risk of developing pre-diabeties, insulin resistance, and chronic inflammation. But, DON’T panic, because today’s episode is packed with simple steps to help you take control of your blood sugar and lower your risk of diabetes and chronic disease. On this Salad with a Side of Fries episode, host Jenn Trepeck tackles the hard truth: many people are already pre-diabetic and don’t even know it. From hidden insulin resistance to chronic inflammation, Jenn breaks down how the American diet and lifestyle are fueling a national health crisis. You'll learn how poor sleep, stress, a lack of fiber, and nutrient-depleted foods undermine your metabolic health—and what you can do today to take control and manage your risks. The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, who discusses wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store. RESOURCES: Become A Member of Salad with a Side of Fries Jenn’s Free Menu Plan A Salad With a Side of Fries A Salad With A Side Of Fries Merch A Salad With a Side of Fries Instagram Movember: Men's Health Real People, Real Results: Shannon Nutrition Nugget: Ultra-Processed Food GMO, Organic, and Local, Oh My! How to Cheat 8 Domains of Health America's Fiber Problem Q & A: Supplements Tick…Tick…BOOM
Are you one of the millions of Americans who eat the Standard American Diet? Even if you’re not, you’re likely at risk of developing pre-diabeties, insulin resistance, and chronic inflammation. But, DON’T panic, because today’s episode is packed with simple steps to help you take control of your blood sugar and lower your risk of diabetes and chronic disease.
On this Salad with a Side of Fries episode, host Jenn Trepeck tackles the hard truth: many people are already pre-diabetic and don’t even know it. From hidden insulin resistance to chronic inflammation, Jenn breaks down how the American diet and lifestyle are fueling a national health crisis. You'll learn how poor sleep, stress, a lack of fiber, and nutrient-depleted foods undermine your metabolic health—and what you can do today to take control and manage your risks.
The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast is hosted by Jenn Trepeck, who discusses wellness and weight loss for real life, clearing up the myths, misinformation, bad science & marketing surrounding our nutrition knowledge and the food industry. Let’s dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.
IN THIS EPISODE:
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
QUOTES:
(08:56) “Our food supply is ripening while in transit, not connected to the vine where nutrients come from.” - Jenn Trepeck
(18:54) “Variety is your friend. Eat the rainbow.” - Jenn Trepeck
(23:30) “I'm a big fan of supplements, but you cannot supplement your way out of poor nutrition. Food first, then mart supplementation.” - Jenn Trepeck
(39:36) “Next time you need to replace a mattress or a pillow. Let's make sure it's a material that isn't going to off-gas toxins.” - Jenn Trepeck
"It comes down to default vs design because the way our world is set-up around us, the default would easily be the recipe for pre-diabetes and diabetes. That's why we're here...unless you do this now." - Jenn Trepeck
RESOURCES:
Become A Member of Salad with a Side of Fries
A Salad With A Side Of Fries Merch
A Salad With a Side of Fries Instagram
Real People, Real Results: Shannon
Nutrition Nugget: Ultra-Processed Food