Podcasts about Diabetes Canada

Corporate lawyer and Diabetes Canada board chair Sonia Yung discusses her age-50 T1D misdiagnosis, overcoming career stress, and the daily "186 decisions" required to manage life with type 1. Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) Type 1 Diabetes Pro Tips - THE PODCAST Eversense CGM Medtronic Diabetes Tandem Mobi ** Use code JUICEBOX to save 40% at Cozy Earth  CONTOUR NextGen smart meter and CONTOUR DIABETES app Dexcom G7 Go tubeless with Omnipod 5 or Omnipod DASH * Get your supplies from US MED  or call 888-721-1514 Touched By Type 1 Take the T1DExchange survey Apple Podcasts> Subscribe to the podcast today! The podcast is available on Spotify, Google Play, iHeartRadio, Radio Public, Amazon Music and all Android devices The Juicebox Podcast is a free show, but if you'd like to support the podcast directly, you can make a gift here or buy me a coffee. Thank you! *The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Omnipod 5 Controller is not waterproof.  ** t:slim X2 or Tandem Mobi w/ Control-IQ+ technology (7.9 or newer). RX ONLY. Indicated for patients with type 1 diabetes, 2 years and older. BOXED WARNING:Control-IQ+ technology should not be used by people under age 2, or who use less than 5 units of insulin/day, or who weigh less than 20 lbs. Safety info: tandemdiabetes.com/safetyinfo Disclaimer - Nothing you hear on the Juicebox Podcast or read on Arden's Day is intended as medical advice. You should always consult a physician before making changes to your health plan.  If the podcast has helped you to live better with type 1 please tell someone else how to find it!  

In this episode, host Kim Young, Provincial Practice Lead with Professional Education & Practice, speaks with Robin Lucciantonio, a Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator at the Garneau Endocrinology Clinic in Edmonton. Together, they explore Robin's approach to diabetes care and how her commitment to collaboration, equity and person-centred practice contributed to her receiving the Diabetes Impact Award from the Alberta Diabetes Foundation. Topics include: • How Robin's professional and personal experiences have shaped her approach to collaboration and person-centered care. • The application of harm reduction principles in nutrition care and diabetes management, emphasizing flexibility and alignment with people's goals and lived experience. • A compelling case example illustrating efforts to support equitable access to advanced diabetes technologies, including automated insulin deliver (AID) systems. For more information about Robin's November 2025 poster presentation at Diabetes Canada titled “Looping while Blind” go to https://theglucoseneverlies.com/roger-t1d-journey/

Come along for a half hour conversation about diabetes. Glenn Thibault not only is a key figure at Diabetes Canada - he will share his exact title - but also lives with the disease. We talk about how people dealt with the challenges in the past and how technology is improving quality of life for all today. What will tomorrow bring in management and control?

L'épisode 95 aborde la réduction thérapeutique des glucides, en clarifiant les mythes et en présentant des données scientifiques solides. Aujourd'hui, cette approche, notamment l'alimentation faible en glucides et cétogène, est reconnue par d'importants organismes comme l'American Diabetes Association ou Diabetes Canada, comme option valable pour gérer le diabète de type 2 et d'autres maladies métaboliques.Les études cliniques montrent que ces bénéfices sont reproductibles, durables, avec peu d'effets secondaires transitoires comme la « keto flu », facilement gérables par une bonne hydratation et une supplémentation en électrolytes.Un mythe courant est que l'organisme a besoin de glucides, mais la physiologie montre que le corps peut produire tout le glucose nécessaire par gluconéogenèse, s'appuyant sur les protéines, les graisses et d'autres substrats. La consommation de glucides n'est donc pas indispensable, sauf pour certaines cellules spécifiques, comme les globules rouges, mais cela ne justifie pas une consommation systématique.L'alimentation faible en glucides est aussi flexible : elle ne nécessite pas forcément beaucoup de viande, est adaptée à différents budgets, et peut s'intégrer dans un régime méditerranéen ou végétal. De plus, cette approche n'est pas opposée à la santé environnementale ou au bien-être animal : la question du impact écologique de la viande, notamment bovine, est souvent surévaluée et dépend de l'élevage et des pratiques agricoles.Sur le plan médical, plusieurs études montrent que cette alimentation n'est pas uniquement temporaire ou restrictrice. Elle favorise la satiété grâce à la richesse en protéines et graisses, facilite la stabilité glycémique, limite la prise de poids, et permet souvent de réduire ou arrêter certains médicaments, notamment dans le cas du diabète. Elle ne présente pas de risques majeurs pour le rein ou la thyroïde chez les personnes en bonne santé, à condition qu'elle soit bien équilibrée.Enfin, la réduction des glucides ne signifie pas déséquilibre alimentaire : une alimentation faible en glucides bien formulée inclut légumes, protéines de qualité, bonnes graisses et micronutriments, souvent plus riche en certains nutriments essentiels que les régimes classiques. Elle apparaît comme une option durable, efficace, soutenue par la recherche, à intégrer dans une approche personnalisée du traitement ou de la prévention des maladies chroniques.En résumé, la réduction thérapeutique des glucides est une stratégie à considérer sérieusement, sans dogmatisme, pour améliorer la santé métabolique et réduire la prévalence des pathologies liées au mode de vie.Les messages clés : Les alimentations pauvres en glucides sont désormais reconnues comme des outils thérapeutiques valides pour gérer plusieurs maladies chroniques liées au style de vie.  Les effets secondaires transitoires sont généralement bénins, gérables par une bonne préparation. Les glucides ne sont pas essentiels au fonctionnement de l'organisme.L'alimentation faible en glucides peut être durable, rassasiante, nutritive et permettre une amélioration significative des marqueurs de santé cardiométaboliques. Webinaire Santé Méta : https://premium.nouvelle-page-sante.com/npaesme004-replay-live/index.html?source=NPA737830001Transforma : programme complet de perte de poids avec app, entraînements et méditations ~777$CADSanté Méta : programme simplifié pour optimiser la santé métabolique ~170 eurosHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

U.S. President Donald Trump is upping the ante on tariffs again. He abruptly announced he's increasing the tariff on steel and aluminum to 50 per cent.And: Everybody out. The mayor of Flin Flon, Manitoba says fire is threatening the city and everyone needs to leave immediately. Anybody left could be putting their lives in danger. Evacuees say they've seen what fire has done to other communities – and they're worried.As fire seasons get worse, does Canada have the resources it needs? Already this year, provinces are appealing to other countries to help. Experts say the answer might not be more fire fighting power, but preventing them from igniting in the first place.Also: Don't believe everything you read online. Diabetes Canada is warning about medical products that falsely claim to be endorsed by legitimate health organizations.Plus: Free golf balls, discounted hotels, and bike rentals on the house – U.S. businesses and tourist boards are trying to lure Canadians back; aid trickling into Gaza and no ceasefire yet, cross examination of Carter Hart, and more.

When we talk about PCOS, the conversation often revolves around fertility struggles. While this is undoubtedly a major aspect, PCOS carries a range of long-term health risks, including endometrial cancer, diabetes and heart disease. By understanding these risks and taking proactive steps, you can help future-proof your health and lower the chances of complications as you age. Let's dive deeper into some of the serious health risks associated with PCOS - and explore what you can do to reduce those risks.If this episode resonated with you, we'd love for you to share and leave a review! Links: PCOS Recovery Program - Starts April 23rd References: Chen W, Pang Y. Metabolic Syndrome and PCOS: Pathogenesis and the Role of Metabolites. Metabolites. 2021 Dec 14;11(12):869. doi: 10.3390/metabo11120869. PMID: 34940628; PMCID: PMC8709086. Diabetes Canada. (n.d.). Diabetes in Canada. Retrieved March 27, 2025, fromDiabetesdiabetes.ca/advocacy-policies/advocacy-reports/national-and-provincial-backgrounders/diabetes-in-canadaDiabetesdiabetes.ca/advocacy-policies/advocacy-reports/national-and-provincial-backgrounders/diabetes-in-canada Helena Teede et al. International Evidence-based Guideline for the Assessment and Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome 2023. Monash University. https://doi.org/10.26180/24003834.v1Johnson JE, Daley D, Tarta C, Stanciu PI. Risk of endometrial cancer in patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome: A meta‑analysis. Oncol Lett. 2023 Mar 8;25(4):168. doi: 10.3892/ol.2023.13754. PMID: 36960190; PMCID: PMC10028221.

Newfoundland and Labrador has one of the highest incidences of Type 1 diabetes in the world, in children under the age of 14. There's also a high rate of Type 2 emerging in younger people, and Diabetes Canada supports those statistics from the NL government. Children at school have to constantly monitor their condition, but the possibility of cell phone and tech bans in schools raise concerns about how easy it will be to get access to glucose monitoring devices. Laura O'Driscoll is the senior manager of policy with Diabetes Canada.

In this episode, Trista explores the complexities of managing pregnancy with PCOS, focusing on dietary considerations, the safety of medications and supplements, and the importance of mental health during the postpartum period. She emphasizes the need for careful monitoring of blood sugar levels, the role of insulin and metformin, and the significance of support systems for new parents. You'll learn: Why managing glycemic load is crucial for pregnant individuals with PCOS Safe and effective treatments for gestational diabetes How postpartum mental health is a significant concern for new parents Navigating potential chest feeding challenges for those with PCOS Episode Links: How to Manage Gestational Diabetes with Diet and Lifestyle 1-on-1 Nutrition Coaching References: Choudhury, A. A., & Rajeswari, V. D. (2022). Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) increases the risk of subsequent gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM): A novel therapeutic perspective. Life Sciences (1973), 310, 121069–121069. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lfs.2022.121069 Diabetes Canada. (2024). Gestational diabetes. https://www.diabetes.ca/about-diabetes/gestational Facchinetti, F., Cavalli, P., Copp, A. J., D'Anna, R., Kandaraki, E., Greene, N. D. E., & Unfer, V. (2020). An update on the use of inositols in preventing gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and neural tube defects (NTDs). Expert Opinion on Drug Metabolism & Toxicology, 16(12), 1187–1198. https://doi.org/10.1080/17425255.2020.1828344 Ibrahim, I., Bashir, M., Singh, P., Al Khodor, S., & Abdullahi, H. (2022). The Impact of Nutritional Supplementation During Pregnancy on the Incidence of Gestational Diabetes and Glycaemia Control. Frontiers in Nutrition (Lausanne), 9, 867099–867099. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2022.867099 Jorquera, G., Echiburú, B., Crisosto, N., Sotomayor-Zárate, R., Maliqueo, M., & Cruz, G. (2020). Metformin during Pregnancy: Effects on Offspring Development and Metabolic Function. Frontiers in Pharmacology, 11, 653–653. https://doi.org/10.3389/fphar.2020.00653 Koric, A., Singh, B., VanDerslice, J. A., Stanford, J. B., Rogers, C. R., Egan, D. T., Agyemang, D. O., & Schliep, K. (2021). Polycystic ovary syndrome and postpartum depression symptoms: a population-based cohort study. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 224(6), 591.e1-591.e12. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajog.2020.12.1215 Ryssdal, M., Vanky, E., Stokkeland, L. M. T., Jarmund, A. H., Steinkjer, B., Løvvik, T. S., Madssen, T. S., Iversen, A.-C., & Giskeødegård, G. F. (2023). Immunomodulatory Effects of Metformin Treatment in Pregnant Women With PCOS. The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, 108(9), e743–e753. https://doi.org/10.1210/clinem/dgad145 Slouha, E., Alvarez, V. C., Gates, K. M., Ankrah, N. M. N., Clunes, L. A., & Kollias, T. F. (2023). Gestational Diabetes Mellitus in the Setting of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: A Systematic Review. Curēus (Palo Alto, CA), 15(12), e50725–e50725. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.50725 Vanky, E., Isaksen, H., Haase Moen, M., & Carlsen, S. M. (2008). Breastfeeding in polycystic ovary syndrome. Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica, 87(5), 531–535. https://doi.org/10.1080/00016340802007676

Every three minutes, someone in Canada is diagnosed with diabetes. It is a complicated and devastating disease often made worse by stigma from others. On World Diabetes Day, we spoke with Diabetes Canada President and CEO Laura Syron.

As a digestive health dietitian, time and time again, I seem to conveniently ignore the fact that the liver is considered part of the digestive system…and this episode is my attempt to correct that glaring oversight!  Today we are talking all about liver health with Toronto-based dietitian Andy De Santis, including specific nutrition advice for fatty liver disease and I have to say, even if you haven't thought about liver health in the past, you will be FASCINATED by this episode…because, really, liver health is connected to, and reflects, overall health. Andy shares so much practical, actionable advice that will help anyone achieve better overall health, from fighting chronic inflammation to improving blood sugar response and supporting cardiovascular health. Because it really is all connected…and nutrition is so, so important for helping you live your healthiest, most active life no matter your health goals. Yes, we are also going to cover a lot about non-alcoholic fatty liver disease - now called metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). In this episode, you'll gain a better understanding of why NAFLD/MASLD occurs, and how nutrition supports the underlying causes of this increasingly common condition. About Andy: Andy is a private practice dietitian and multi-time published author from Toronto, Canada. He graduated from the University of Toronto School Of Public Health with a master's in nutrition in 2014 before starting his career in the research and education department at Diabetes Canada. Since then his mutual passion for writing and social media has taken him down the private practice path with his most prominent area of practice interest now being fatty liver disease. On this episode we chat about: What Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease…and what's with the name change? What causes NAFLD? Is it fat you eat? Or something else? Two simple foods to eat daily to reduce your risk How the microbiome is connected to liver health The best researched supplement to support fatty liver Lab tests for liver health Lifestyle factors that lead to high triglycerides Why omega 3 fats matter Important phytochemicals to eat more of…and where to find them Do you actually have to lose weight in order to reduce liver fat? Are you hitting your healthy sleep threshold? Support the Pod! We couldn't make this podcast happen without the support of our amazing listeners… I love hearing your feedback on these episodes to be sure to join the conversation on our instagram @theallsortspod @desireenielsenrd @andytheRD If you love this episode, please share it with your friends and family, or take a minute to rate, review or subscribe on your favourite podcast app. We appreciate EVERY. SINGLE. LISTEN! Full show notes, including episode links and recommendations, available at desireerd.com/podcast

Murray Sinclair, the former senator who led the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, has died at the age of 73. Adam Olsen, member of Tsartlip First Nation and former MLA for Saanich North and the Islands, and our audience reflect on his legacy and the work that remains for Truth and Reconciliation.November is Diabetes Awareness Month. We hear from Laura Syron, Diabetes Canada president about the impact the disease has on people's social lives.

Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on November 2 and 3, 2024 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Newsletter and on the Tonic Website. This week we'll discuss how to support men's health with naturopath Dasha Leneva ND,  what it's like to live with diabetes with the President of Diabetes Canada, Laura Syron, how men can build more meaningful relationships with author Carlyle Naylor and preventative wellness with health coach Teri Lynn.

Guest: Laura Syron, President & CEO of Diabetes Canada

WELCOME TO THE MWSA PODCAST FOR FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1st Recent polls indicate Calgarians are unhappy with the performance of the Mayor and City Council, but Mayor Jyoti Gondek believes Calgarians just don't “know her” yet. We catch up with the Mayor for our ‘weekly chat – on the latest happenings in the City – and why she holds the belief that some Calgarians haven't ‘connected' with her – after 3 years in office. More than 4 million Canadians live with diabetes - that's 10 percent of Canadians! November is ‘Diabetes Awareness Month' – we took the opportunity to take a look at the resources available here in Canada for those living with Diabetes – and the ‘misconceptions' surrounding the disease – with Laura Syron, President & CEO of Diabetes Canada. And finally - Time change is coming up this weekend….But at least this time out, we're falling back and get an extra hour of sleep! How does the change impact our circadian rhythm and overall health? We put that question to Dr. Michael Antle – Professor of Psychology from the University of Calgary.

It's In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: The FTC sues PBMs over insulin pricing, a new CGM is approved in Europe, more news about GLP-1s but some research says it may not work as well for one population, diabetes camps are invited to apply for grants, and more! Find out more about Moms' Night Out  Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! Learn more about Gvoke Glucagon Gvoke HypoPen® (glucagon injection): Glucagon Injection For Very Low Blood Sugar (gvokeglucagon.com) Omnipod - Simplify Life Learn about Dexcom  Edgepark Medical Supplies Check out VIVI Cap to protect your insulin from extreme temperatures Learn more about AG1 from Athletic Greens  Drive research that matters through the T1D Exchange The best way to keep up with Stacey and the show is by signing up for our weekly newsletter: Sign up for our newsletter here Here's where to find us: Facebook (Group) Facebook (Page) Instagram Twitter Check out Stacey's books! Learn more about everything at our home page www.diabetes-connections.com  Reach out with questions or comments: info@diabetes-connections.com Episode transcription with links: Hello and welcome to Diabetes Connections In the News! I'm Stacey Simms and every other Friday I bring you a short episode with the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. XX The U.S. Federal Trade Commission sued the country's three largest pharmacy benefit managers on Friday, accusing them of steering diabetes patients towards higher priced insulin in order to reap millions of dollars in rebates from pharmaceutical companies. The case accuses UnitedHealth Group Inc's (UNH.N), opens new tab Optum unit, CVS Health Corp's (CVS.N), opens new tab CVS Caremark and Cigna Corp's (CI.N), opens new tab Express Scripts of unfairly excluding lower cost insulin products from lists of drugs covered by insurers. The three companies said in statements that the suit was baseless and defended their business practices, saying that they had lowered insulin prices for businesses, unions and patients. https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-ftc-sues-drug-gatekeepers-over-high-insulin-prices-2024-09-20/ XX A new study finds metformin, may slow aging. Previous studies on "lower order" species have found that it can delay the onset of age-related diseases.  Gotta say, this is only in animal studies right now, not people, human trials are next. https://www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/diabetes-drug-metformin-aging/ XX New research from the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine identifies a potential new approach to address the opioid overdose epidemic—which has devastated families and communities nationally.   The study, published in the journal JAMA Network Open, suggests semaglutide is linked to lower opioid overdoses in people with opioid-use disorder (OUD) and type 2 diabetes (T2D).   Semaglutide, a glucagon-like peptide receptor (GLP-1R) molecule that decreases hunger and helps regulate blood sugar in T2D, is also the active component in the diabetes and weight-loss drugs Wegovy and Ozempic.   The research team—led by biomedical informatics professor Rong Xu—analyzed six years of electronic records of nearly 33,000 patients with OUD who also had T2D. The researchers used a statistical approach that mimics a randomized clinical trial.   They found patients prescribed semaglutide had a significantly lower risk for opioid overdose, compared to those who had taken any of eight other anti-diabetic medications, including other types of GLP-1R-targeting medications.   About 107,500 people died from drug overdoses nationally in 2023, mostly from opioids, according to the CDC. Despite effective medications to prevent overdoses from OUD, the CDC estimates only a quarter of those with OUD receive them and about half discontinue treatment within six months. https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-09-popular-diabetes-weight-loss-drug.html XX New research analyzing the effects of two drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes indicates a consistent lack of cardiovascular and renal benefits in Black populations. The drugs, called sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitors (SGLT2-Is) and glucogen-like peptide 1 receptor agonists (GLP1-RAs), are some of the newer treatments prescribed to lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. The research findings, published in the Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine, show that for White and Asian populations, SGLT2-Is and GLP1-RAs have beneficial effects on blood pressure, weight control and renal function, and significantly reduce the risk of severe heart problems and kidney disease. However, the research shows no evidence of these beneficial effects in Black populations. ""Whether the differences are due to issues with under-representation of Black populations and low statistical power, or to racial/ethnic variations in the way the body and these drugs interact with each other needs further investigation," said Professor Seidu. "It is therefore important that prescribers don't hasten to deny these newer treatments to Black populations on the back of this research." https://www.news-medical.net/news/20240923/Research-reveals-disparities-in-diabetes-drug-efficacy-for-Black-populations.aspx XX If a woman is already in a "prediabetic" state in her teen or college years, her odds for a serious complication of pregnancy later in life rises, new research shows.   Ignoring prediabetes in teenagers "may represent a missed opportunity to avert pregnancy-related complications" later, said study lead author Katharine McCarthy. She's an assistant professor of population health science and policy, and obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive science at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City.   Her team published its findings Sept. 24 in the journal JAMA Network Open. Prior research has found that rates of prediabetes have tripled among Americans ages 12 to 19 over the past decade. In the new study, the Mount Sinai team tracked rates of prediabetes (using blood sugar tests) among a group of 14,000 New York City residents ages 10 to 24. None of these individuals had full-blown diabetes at the time they were tested.   Having prediabetes in youth was linked to a doubling of risk of gestational diabetes -- new-onset diabetes while pregnant. Tracking blood levels of hemoglobin A1c, a measure of a person's average blood sugar level over the prior three months, was very predictive of whether or a not a woman would get gestational diabetes, the team found.   Prediabetes in youth was also linked to an 18% rise in the risk for hypertensive disorders during pregnancy, such as gestational hypertension and preeclampsia, or preterm delivery.   Measuring a teen girl's blood for signs of prediabetes might help protect her against trouble in a later pregnancy, McCarthy's group said. https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2024-09-24/prediabetes-in-teens-could-raise-odds-for-complicated-pregnancies-later XX Is there a link between IBD and type 1? In a recent and very large study, researchers looked at more than 630-thousdan people and found that irritable bowel disease seemed to significantly increase the risk of type 1 diabetes and vice versa. Interestingly, patients with IBD were found to have a significantly higher probability of formerly having contracted T1D, validating the bidirectional associations between these comorbidities. The highest risk was observed in patients with ulcerative colitis (aHR = 2.02), highlighting a stronger association with this IBD subtype. Additionally, over 70% of the study cohort was followed for more than ten years, reinforcing the robustness of these findings. https://www.news-medical.net/news/20240919/IBD-increases-type-1-diabetes-risk-revealing-a-bidirectional-link-between-the-two-conditions.aspx XX Roche plans to launch its first continuous glucose monitor (CGM) in Europe “in the coming weeks,” The Accu-Chek Smartguide has European approval for adults with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. Roche will roll out the CGM in the Netherlands, Switzerland and Germany. Accu-Chek Smartguide can be worn for 14 days, and features predictive algorithms that Roche hopes will differentiate it from competitors Abbott and Dexcom. However, it also must be calibrated at first using a finger stick, which the other brands don't require.   Roche developed the CGM with three different prediction tools: A feature to predict the risk of low blood glucose within 30 minutes, a feature to forecast glucose levels over the next two hours, and a feature to predict hypoglycemia risk at night.   Pau Herrero, an algorithm and decision support tech lead at Roche, said the device provides a different picture than the trend arrows other CGMs use, which typically forecast glucose levels over the next 20 minutes. The predictions are based on multiple days of patient data using machine learning models. The company is in “active discussions” with the Food and Drug Administration on bringing Accu-Chek Smartguide to the U.S., Moreiras said, adding that he “cannot commit to any timelines.” https://www.medtechdive.com/news/roche-cgm-launch-europe/726863/ XX Exciting news! iLet users can now invite friends and family to join their Bionic Circle to see their diabetes data and receive alerts. By accepting the invite and downloading our new Bionic Circle App, loved ones can monitor an iLet user's CGM values, meal announcements, insulin doses, and alerts from anywhere.   To learn how to invite followers and accept an invite, visit: https://lnkd.in/ghigJKMt XX Diabetes Canada has unveiled the key findings of a first-of-its-kind national survey on how widespread stigma, judgement and discrimination is for those who live with diabetes and the impact of those social experiences on the quality of life for people with diabetes. The survey shows that diabetes can not only negatively impact a person's physical health but can also negatively affect their personal relationships, work or studies, leisure activities, financial situation, and emotional well-being.   In fact, nearly 90% of people living with type 1 diabetes and 70% of people living with type 2 diabetes experience shame and blame for having diabetes.   “As someone who lives with type 2 diabetes, I know first-hand how stigma can negatively impact the quality of life for people living with this condition in Canada,” says Laura Syron, President & CEO of Diabetes Canada. “We need to change the conversation around diabetes—the values, beliefs and language—so that people living with this condition can feel more accepted and understood. These feelings can dramatically improve the likelihood that people living with diabetes can receive the support and care they need to better their health outcomes and their quality of life.” In the survey, key findings show how people living with diabetes must deal with unfair assumptions about what they can and cannot do, judgements if they consume specific foods, and being blamed for having diabetes. 40% of people with T1D never or rarely ask for support to help manage their diabetes when they need it.   56% of people with T2D never or rarely ask for support to help manage their diabetes when they need it.   https://finance.yahoo.com/news/diabetes-canada-releases-first-kind-101300695.html?guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJIrWwjdye-ehrLNDt-LIGb5qTXaKDTIa8NWwiT7fKwFFgjDMN2nnINis6YfFePWP2ZA2DVYWXEIZQqRlQ4aKLFrYWgvw1jdI-t1n9kO6NIzdBCMXQNNCVl_S-75lDNip2SysHDJQmyqSc4wLjfDya3v9wwTWU-KgE_OqrPCTnlu XX Edgepark commercial XX This is National Glucose Awareness Week. Dexcom and Beyond Type 2 are teaming up for the new designation to encourage people to learn about the importance of glucose and its significant impact on overall health, especially for people with diabetes. The news release says: National Glucose Awareness Week will feature a variety of educational resources about the importance of glucose health and information about new, cutting-edge glucose biosensing technology. That technology is CGM.. now available over the counter as Dexcom's Stelo. Get moving: Participate in a nationwide step challenge (invitation code: glucose) from Sept. 30 to Oct. 13 to help improve your glucose health.† Step challenge participants can register to participate from Sept. 23-29, 2024 and will have the chance to compete for prizes. Get resources: Close the glucose knowledge gap with key educational resources from Beyond Type 2. https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240923896101/en/Dexcom-Beyond-Type-2-and-Retta-Establish-National-Glucose-Awareness-Week-to-Close-the-Glucose-Knowledge-Gap?utm_campaign=shareaholic&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=bookmark   XX Attention diabetes camp organizers! You're invited to apply for financial support for your need based scholarships. This is the Type 1 Diabetes Camps Project: 2025-2027 Campership Initiative The initiative will also provide limited funds for selected camps to expand their revenue development efforts, funds for professional development and funds for low-income camper recruitment efforts and indirect costs. The initiative is supported by $6 million in grant funding from The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust and $900 thousand in funding from Eli Lilly and Company over the next three years. 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Managing life's highs and lows is hard enough without your blood sugar joining the rollercoaster. Annie Arnone joins the boys to dive into her experiences living with type 1 diabetes and borderline personality disorder (BPD), highlighting the often-misunderstood differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Diagnosed at 16, Annie faced challenges that went far beyond managing insulin levels. From navigating stigma and bullying in high school to confronting the deep connection between chronic illness and mental health, her story is one of resilience. Annie's journey toward acceptance sheds light on the importance of self-advocacy, awareness, and building supportive relationships while living with chronic illness.Check out past episodes on BPD and Diabetes:Borderline Personality Disorder: Sometime I Act CRAZYBPD and the Power of DBT: One Asian Mans Struggle with Mental HealthSweet & Sour: Life with Aggressive Type 1 DiabetesThe Holy Trinity of Diabetes: Exercise, Nutrition, and Blood Sugar ManagementMaking Porn & Fighting Diabetes The Not-So-Sugarcoated Truth: Diabetes Stigma with Laura Syron, President & CEO of Diabetes CanadaCatch the full video version of this episode on YouTube!Follow Sickboy on Instagram, TikTok and Discord

Managing life's highs and lows is hard enough without your blood sugar joining the rollercoaster. Annie Arnone joins the boys to dive into her experiences living with type 1 diabetes and borderline personality disorder (BPD), highlighting the often-misunderstood differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Diagnosed at 16, Annie faced challenges that went far beyond managing insulin levels. From navigating stigma and bullying in high school to confronting the deep connection between chronic illness and mental health, her story is one of resilience. Annie's journey toward acceptance sheds light on the importance of self-advocacy, awareness, and building supportive relationships while living with chronic illness.Check out past episodes on BPD and Diabetes:Borderline Personality Disorder: Sometime I Act CRAZYBPD and the Power of DBT: One Asian Mans Struggle with Mental HealthSweet & Sour: Life with Aggressive Type 1 DiabetesThe Holy Trinity of Diabetes: Exercise, Nutrition, and Blood Sugar ManagementMaking Porn & Fighting Diabetes The Not-So-Sugarcoated Truth: Diabetes Stigma with Laura Syron, President & CEO of Diabetes CanadaCatch the full video version of this episode on YouTube!Follow Sickboy on Instagram, TikTok and Discord

This week I chat with Sarah Crittenden from St. Michael's Hospital to discuss Diabetes and the great work of Diabetes Canada.  She discusses type 1 and type 2 diabetes and how there remains a stigma for individuals diagnosed with Diabetes.  On April 12, 2024 The Arrangio Health Foundation is hosting its inaugural Blue Ribbon Gala in support of Diabetes and those afflicted with the disease.Socials:@Arangio Health Foundation 

Exercise has been mentioned a few times in this book, now is the time to look at it in more detail and take note of some differences between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetics.The first thing to say about exercise is that it should be front and centre for ALL of us, not just diabetics. Exercise is a form of physical activity that is done at enough intensity to improve your fitness. Resistance training, brisk walking, cycling, and jogging are examples of exercise. As exercise is more challenging than just accumulating physical activity through your day, it often needs some planning, a certain level of ability, and a little more effort. [1]From my perspective, I participated in vigorous spinning classes, cycling, and weight training because I enjoyed them not because they were risk factors. Diabetes was not on my vision board at that time. These activities served to support the fitness level necessary for scuba diving for both pleasure and teaching.Let's go for a walk, the simplest of activities but the most enjoyable. This walk was down by Lake Ontario, Mississauga, Canada.[1] Diabetes Canada, "Exercise and Activity,"  (2024).

Remembering former prime minister Brian Mulroney (1:17) Guest: Peter MacKay, a former Canadian attorney-general, justice minister, foreign affairs minister and defence minister Is Canada's pharmacare bill worth the money? (16:17) Guest: Aidan Hollis, Professor of Economics, University of Calgary How the new Pharmacare bill may be life-changing for diabetics (28:42) Guest: Laura Syron, President and CEO of Diabetes Canada and Type 2 diabetes patient Tributes to former prime minister Brian Mulroney pour in across the country (36:59) Guest: John Baird, Former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Canada Alberta cracks down with renewable energy relegations (53:01) Guest: Dan Balaban, CEO, Greengate Power

Dr. Munier Nour said osteoporosis is often seen as a disease that affects older adults. But compared to their peers, kids with Type 1 diabetes grow into adults eight times as likely to suffer bone fractures.   “Osteoporosis may actually have its origins during pediatric years,” he said. “Because Type 1 diabetes occurs so early in life ….. it influences that bone development that occurs during your peak growth.”   Now, Nour is a co-lead on a national team trying to figure out why.   The pediatric endocrinologist has always taken a logical approach to problem-solving. When he first enrolled at the University of Calgary, he took engineering courses, in case medicine didn't work out.   Nour was accepted to medical school, where he found himself drawn to both pediatric intensive care and internal medicine, until one last-minute elective.   In this episode, Nour credits his supervisor, retired University of Calgary professor Dr. David Stephure, with changing his mind.   “It certainly wasn't on my radar at all,” said Nour. “He was just a wonderful mentor. I think he really kind of sparked quite an interest and passion to pursue pediatric endocrinology.”   Nour completed his fellowship at the University of Calgary, along with his medical doctorate and master's degree in biomedical sciences. He completed his pediatric residency at Queen's University, then joined the University of Saskatchewan's College of Medicine in 2014. He spent his first year as the province's lone pediatric endocrinologist.   Since then, the associate professor has embarked on a mission to understand why children with Type 1 diabetes exhibit a higher risk of impaired bone health and osteoporosis than their peers.   Nour said although it's often overlooked as an endocrine organ, bone is ‘quite dynamic', playing a crucial role in hormonal regulation.   “Some hormones produced by bone include things like fibroblast growth factor-23 (FGF23), which has a lot to do with our phosphate metabolism. As well, there's another hormone called osteocalcin, which actually has quite a role in diabetes as well,” said Nour.   Today, he and Dr. Saija Kontulainen are overseeing the Canadian Bone Strength Development in Children with Type 1 Diabetes Study: a national longitudinal study.   Using a grant of $1,352,140 from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and with help from Diabetes Canada, they're evaluating differences in bone development between children with Type 1 diabetes and their peers.   Dr. Nour said they'll recruit up to 210 boys and girls between the ages of 10 and 12, tracking them over three years with annual bone health assessments. The study includes Saskatchewan patients, along with pre-teens in Calgary, Toronto and Ottawa.   Using high-resolution peripheral quantitative CT scans (HR-pQCT), hormonal measurements, muscle strength testing, bone density scans, and force plate tests, his team will assess key markers and differences in bone micro-architecture as the preteens' radius and tibia grow.   “There's even fairly advanced engineering techniques that can be used to kind of simulate a fracture load and see when that bone would actually fail," said Nour.   Dr. Nour hopes this research will lead to interventions for children with type 1 diabetes that potentially strengthen their long-term bone health. “So little is understood right now about what is different and why,” said Nour. “What can we do to prevent it?”

Good morning, good afternoon, or good evening – whichever applies to you!·       Welcome back to Prevent and Reverse Naturally, Type 2 Diabetes. This is Episode 4. I am your host, Mark Ashford a Type 2 Diabetic. I was diagnosed December 19, 2022.·       This is my journey reversing Type 2 Diabetes and discussing the life style changes that have made that possible and which can help prevent the condition.·       What has happened since the last podcast?o   I am off medication – yeah!November 23rd, at a visit to my doctor, she gave me a choice, stay on my existing medication – a x 500mg Metformin per day, change to 1 x 250mg Metformin per day or no medication. If course, I chose the laterI still have 2/3rds of a bottle of Metformin which I can restart should things go sideways. I have a pill cutter so I could reduce the 500mg tablets by ½ if needed.So far, there have been no issues, and for the approx. 30 days since going without medication I have been in my target range 100% of the time.o   Since I have started using the FreeStyle Libre 2 CGM, there have been issues with the estimated A1c result. o   Diabetes Canada advises that a reading of 5.5% and below is normal. My doctor gave me the option of going without medication when my last visit and formal Lab controlled blood test was 5.6%o   The FreeStyle Libre 1 estimated A1c reading was 5.5% but the new FreeStyle Libre App remained at 5.9% for ages, went up to 6.0% and then down to 5.8%o   I discussed purchasing an A1c test kit from Amazon and have done so. To date I have not completed a test. I will update the podcast when the first result is in. Please note that if you are not using blood tests using lancet device and needles, you will have to purchase in addition to the test kit. o   In the last podcast I described my new book that accompanies this Podcast. The book is being updates and I hope to have it available before the New Year. o   The book is called not surprisingly, Prevent and Reverse Naturally, Type 2 Diabetes. o   Book is in paperback and eBook format – links are below:Paperback:https://www.amazon.ca/Prevent-Reverse-Naturally-Type-Diabetes/dp/B0CJ4B47G3/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2FTPLGNNPQ9O7&keywords=prevent+and+reverse+naturally+type+2+diabetes&qid=1697284138&sprefix=prevent+and+reverse+naturally+tpe+2+diabetes%2Caps%2C110&sr=8-1eBook:https://www.amazon.ca/Prevent-Reverse-Naturally-Type-Diabetes-ebook/dp/B0CJ6S1TN1/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2FTPLGNNPQ9O7&keywords=prevent+and+reverse+naturally+type+2+diabetes&qid=1697284138&sprefix=prevent+and+reverse+naturally+tpe+2+diabetes%2Caps%2C110&sr=8-4·       In the next Episode we will look at:o   The A1cNow test and how it compares to the FreeStyle Libre 2 app.o   Eating habits and life style changes which have gotten me off medication, how are they holding up now I am off medication. o   Are there any changes to eating habits?o   Being in Target range for 30+ daysThat's it for now!See you next time.Music from Epidemic Sound - Langvaga – by StromAmazon.ca – A1cNow test kit - https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00D7C6YCQ?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

Shawn and Simon have already given their ideas for cheap holiday gifts... Now that we are all on the home stretch, maybe it's time to find that tome for a loved one who loves to cook! Lots of recomendations for beginners, intermediates and people who have lost their minds and want to bake. Happy Holidays everyone!!! Questions, comments or corrections? Hit us up at email@eatdrinkcheap.ca eatdrinkcheap.ca eadrinkbreathe.com/podcast Music by John Palmer Show notes and Shout Outs: Jamie's Dinners by Jamie Oliver (For the beginner!) The three-book series by Jeffery Alford and Naimoi Duguid (For the Coffee Table!) Cooking by Hand by Paul Bertolli (For the Intermediate with passion!) The Tassajara Bread Book by Edward Espe Brown (for the aspiring baker!) RIPE Cookbook by Ann Kask which proceeds go to Diabetes Canada (featuring yours truly!) Rebar, Modern Food Cookbook by Audrey Alsterberg and Wanda Urbanowicz Tartine by Chad Robertson Ready for Dessert by David Leibovitz Baked, New Frontiers in Baking By Matt Lewis and Renato Poliafito My Pokemon Cookbook By Victoria Rosenthal And the necronom nom nom Bonus Mentions: Flavour Bible By Karen Page and Andrew Dornenburg and Anything by Hank Shaw

How can we change the conversation about diabetes? For Diabetes Awareness Month, that's a question Diabetes Canada is tackling head on. On this episode, host Krista Lamb is talking to Laura Syron, President and CEO of Diabetes Canada, about the many ways we can improve outcomes for people by rethinking how we talk about living with diabetes. This is part two of a two-part series with Laura – if you haven't heard part one, be sure to go back and listen to the episode before this one.

How can we change the conversation about diabetes? For Diabetes Awareness Month, that's a question Diabetes Canada is tackling head on. On this episode, host Krista Lamb is talking to Laura Syron, President and CEO of Diabetes Canada, about her journey with type 2 diabetes and the many ways we can improve outcomes for people by rethinking how we talk about living with this condition. This is part one of a two-part series with Laura, so be sure to watch out for our next episode to hear the conclusion of the chat!

Many people are at risk for both diabetes and heart attacks. Millions of people take statin drugs to lower bad cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart attacks. But could these drugs also increase the risk for type 2 diabetes? Host Krista Lamb talks to Dr. Jonathan Schertzer about his work on improving the safety and effectiveness of statins. Dr. Schertzer is an associate professor in Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences at McMaster University, who holds a Canada Research Chair in Metabolic Inflammation. He is also the winner of Diabetes Canada's 2023 Early Career Researcher Award.

Today on Leadership Forum, hosted by Saquib Vali, we are joined by Laura Syron, President & CEO of Diabetes Canada. . . . Follow us: https://linktr.ee/Spyder.Works Contact: sromero@spyder.works . . . Part podcast, part blog series, part live event, Say Hi to the Future is an inclusive platform aimed at highlighting the human side of ingenuity: clever, inventive, and original thinking. We are a global community driven by passion, savage curiosity, and the audacity to make a difference. . . . . Hosted by: Ken Tencer Produced by: Sonia Romero Johnson Matt Miller Edward Vasquez

Troy Stecher signed a one-year deal with the Arizona Coyotes on July 1 after getting dealt to the Calgary Flames at the NHL trade deadline. Stecher joins the PHNX Coyotes Podcast to discuss his reasons for returning to the desert, this group, taking another step forward, his summer, fashion and more. Plus, the crew discusses Matias Maccelli's comments after signing a three-year extension earlier this week! You can donate to Troy Stecher's fundraiser for Diabetes Canada: https://crm2.diabetes.ca/site/TR/MyDiabetesFundraiser-Blueprint/MDF?px=7679215&pg=personal&fr_id=3055 0:00 Intro 2:30 Matias Maccelli extension talk 5:00 Maccelli needs to shoot more, but his passing is elite 12:40 Making plays in practice 18:00 Troy Stecher joins PHNX Coyotes 19:41 Discussing Stechers fashion 22:10 Arizona State joining a college hockey conference 24:50 Troy Stecher's decision to come back to the Arizona Coyotes 37:00 Shout out to Marta in her battle against cancer An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/phnx_youtube ALL THINGS PHNX: http://linktr.ee/phnxsports PHNX Events: Get your tickets to D-backs Takeovers, Knockout Nights & Suns Watch Parties at BetMGM, and MORE: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/phnx-56002330273 Head to https://factormeals.com/phnxyotes50 and use code phnxyotes50 to get 50% off. Go to https://saturdayneon.com and use code PHNX for 10% off your order today. Free shipping for orders over $200! Gametime: Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code PHNX for $20 off your first purchase. Pins & Aces: Check out https://pinsandaces.com and use code PHNX to receive 15% off your first order and get free shipping. Four Peaks: Follow them on social @fourpeaksbrew & @fourpeakspub! Must be 21+. Enjoy responsibly. Circle K: Text PHNX to 31310 to join the Circle K SMS subscriber club & get BOGO 32 oz Polar Pops! Head to https://www.circlek.com/store-locator to find Circle Ks near you! OGeez!: Learn more about OGeez! at https://ogeezbrands.com//. Must be 21 years or older to purchase. When you shop through links in the description, we may earn affiliate commissions. Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. BetMGM: Download the BetMGM app and sign-up using bonus code PHNX! (betmgm.com/phnx). Swing for the Fences: https://promo.betmgm.com/en/promo/sports/swing-for-the-fences 3-Ball Challenge: https://promo.betmgm.com/en/promo/3ballchallenge Place your first bet offer and receive up to $1000 back in Bonus Bets if it loses with BetMGM. Again, make sure you use bonus code PHNX! Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER CO, DC, IL, IN, KS, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA) 21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (NV), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI), 1-800-981-0023 (PR). In partnership with Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel. Visit BetMGM.com for Terms & Conditions. US promotional offers not available in DC, Kansas, Nevada, New York, or Ontario. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this enlightening episode, Bri and Tay sit down with Laura Syron, the President & CEO of Diabetes Canada, a leading organization dedicated to improving the lives of those living with diabetes. As a passionate advocate and someone who personally lives with type 2 diabetes, Laura shares her mission to challenge misconceptions surrounding this condition and shed light on its often invisible impact. With an astonishing number of nearly 12 million people in Canada affected by diabetes or prediabetes, the reach of this epidemic is far-reaching. However, stigma persists, hindering open conversations and support for individuals living with this chronic illness. Laura discusses the detrimental effects of labeling type 2 diabetes as a "lifestyle-related disease" and emphasizes the importance of dispelling the associated shame, blame, and self-stigmatization.

In this enlightening episode, Bri and Tay sit down with Laura Syron, the President & CEO of Diabetes Canada, a leading organization dedicated to improving the lives of those living with diabetes. As a passionate advocate and someone who personally lives with type 2 diabetes, Laura shares her mission to challenge misconceptions surrounding this condition and shed light on its often invisible impact. With an astonishing number of nearly 12 million people in Canada affected by diabetes or prediabetes, the reach of this epidemic is far-reaching. However, stigma persists, hindering open conversations and support for individuals living with this chronic illness. Laura discusses the detrimental effects of labeling type 2 diabetes as a "lifestyle-related disease" and emphasizes the importance of dispelling the associated shame, blame, and self-stigmatization.

Insulin pumps will be the highlight of a fashion show happening in Halifax next month. Diabetes Canada is putting on a "Pump Couture Fashion Show" to combat stigma around the condition and device. Host Jeff Douglas is joined by model Ciara Stevens, a registered nurse and diabetes educator, who was diagnosed with Type 1 when she was 11.

Join us for our next Huddle where our panel of Huddlers, Philip Powell, Alea Mills, Shalet Rosario, and Allan Heel, will share their experiences and perspectives about different insulin pumps (Omni-Pod, Medtronic 670G, Tandem T-Slim). This discussion will be followed by a presentation from Diabetes Canada about their upcoming Pump Couture Fashion Show in June 2023. Over 18 and interested in sharing your experiences living with type 1? Register to attend a live huddle at www.t1dhuddle.com : https://t1dhuddle.com/

Do you have a gas stove in your house? New concerns are being raised regarding health risks, in particular, increased incidence of asthma associated with the use of gas ranges. We speak with Trevor VandenBoer, a Professor of Chemistry from York University for what you need to know about the health risks of cooking with gas. According to the Canadian Diabetes Association, close to 12-million Canadians are living with diabetes or prediabetes, and that number continues to grow. We discuss the ‘state' of diabetes in Canada and get some tips on how you can recognize someone experiencing hypoglycemia, with Dr. Peter Senior, Board Chair for “Diabetes Canada”. Finally, you know him from "Island of Bryan”, “Bryan Inc.”, “Leave it to Bryan”, and “Renovation Resort". He's the busiest guy in home reno! We catch up with HGTV's Bryan Baeumler to hear about his latest project.

Curse of Politics was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail and Diabetes Canada.David Herle, Scott Reid, Jordan Leichnitz and Kory Teneycke provide insights on the latest in Canadian politics. Plus, our weekly segments #Clippings + #HeyYou!Thank you for joining us on #CurseOfPolitics. Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts or your favourite podcast app.Watch conversations from Curse of Politics via Air Quotes Media on YouTube.

In Canada, leading stem cell scientists are working hard to find ways to use these cells to improve the health of people living with type 1 diabetes. On this episode, host Krista Lamb speaks with Dr. Francis Lynn from the BC Children's Hospital Research Institute. Dr. Lynn is leading research projects using stem-cell-derived beta cells, as well as exploring ways to use CRISPR technology in this work. He is also the winner of the 2021 Early Career Researcher Partnership Award from Diabetes Canada.

In Canada, leading stem cell scientists are working hard to find ways to use these cells to improve the health of people living with type 1 diabetes. On this episode, host Krista Lamb speaks with Dr. Francis Lynn from the BC Children's Hospital Research Institute. Dr. Lynn is leading research projects using stem-cell-derived beta cells, as well as exploring ways to use CRISPR technology in this work. He is also the winner of the 2021 Early Career Researcher Partnership Award from Diabetes Canada.

Hal's guests: Bob Irving on the Bombers looking to three-peat! Dr. Jason Kindrachuk Kelly Lambkin from Diabetes Canada on World Diabetes Day Jeff Braun on Yellowstone (on Paramount Plus now!)

Curse of Politics was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail, The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, Diabetes Canada, and FortisBC.David Herle, Scott Reid, Jordan Leichnitz and special guest Lisa Raitt provide insights on the latest in Canadian politics. Plus, our weekly segments #Clippings + #HeyYou!Thank you for joining us on #CurseOfPolitics. Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts or your favourite podcast app.Watch conversations from Curse of Politics via Air Quotes Media on YouTube.

Curse of Politics was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail and Diabetes Canada.David Herle, Scott Reid, Kory Teneycke and Jordan Leichnitz (THE new pod panel) provide insights on the latest in Canadian politics. Plus, our weekly segments #Clippings + #HeyYou!Thank you for joining us on #CurseOfPolitics. Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts or your favourite podcast app. Watch conversations from Curse of Politics via Air Quotes Media on YouTube.

They say love can drive you to do crazy things - and do we ever have a love story for you. In 2006, Guy Poole of St. Lewis, Labrador started an annual walk to raise money for Diabetes Canada. He was inspired to do it by his love for his late wife, Liz, who died from complications of diabetes. Now, all these years later, Guy is still walking.

The Food & Drug Administration recently approved the selling of hearing aids over the counter in the United States...meaning Americans will soon be able to purchase them without a prescription. (0:00) Natuashish is hosting the Elders Gathering 2022 that officially kicks off today. Elders from Natuashish, Sheshatshui and from Innu communities in Quebec are taking part, and it's shaping up to be a busy one. (7:07) Long-distance runner Dean Burden has made it to the Wonder Strand to pound 50 kilometers of sand for Diabetes Canada. (12:44) Food insecurity affects many rural and remote locations in the country. However, Food First NL is attempting to help retailers in the province modify their businesses to try and address the issue. (22:46) Picking edible wild mushrooms is a real treat at this time of the year. But be careful; some mushrooms are deadly in Newfoundland and Labrador. We get some advice on how to do it safely from an amateur mushroom-picker who also happens to be a physician! (25:57) F-A-S-D NL is looking for people to share their own personal stories to better understand system gaps in our province. We hear how people can participate through a survey, interview or focus group. (35:01)

Diabetes Canada's camping tradition began in 1953 in Eastern Ontario. Since that time, the D-Camps program has grown extensively and the organization currently operates nine overnight camp programs across Canada plus numerous year-round programs. Dr. Ilana Halperin and Dr. Noah Ivers are our guests this episode. As a family, they have spent time at D-Camps as part of the medical staff and support system, and they're happy to share how the experience has affected them. Dr. Halperin is an endocrinologist at Sunnybrook Hospital in Toronto, and Dr. Ivers is a family physician at Women's College Hospital in Toronto.

Research has shown that children who have obesity in puberty are at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life. Scientists like Dr. Vincent Poitout are hoping to learn why this happens and ways we can prevent it. His work in this area was recently funded by Diabetes Canada and CIHR. Dr. Poitout is the director of research at the University of Montreal Health Centre and a professor at the University of Montreal.

Ann Besner is a Research and Public Policy Manager for Diabetes Canada.

The next round of Blood Sugar Mastery opens for enrollment on March 21st, 2022! Get on the waitlist here: https://www.daniellehamiltonhealth.com/blood-sugar-mastery (Feel free to scroll down and schedule a free call with me to see if you're a good fit for the program and for access to early, guaranteed enrollment!)TODAY'S GUEST: Olivia Roberge (AKA @livthehealthcoach) is a third year naturopathic medical student and certified Primal Health Coach that specializes in improving women's metabolic health so that they have better energy, fewer cravings & more effortless control of their weight and relationship with food. Her passion for this field was ignited with her own health journey when she went from struggling to stay awake following conventional dietary advice to feeling energized and focused all day by switching focus to metabolic hormones. She now works with clients 1:1 and is soon offering a self-paced online course to help guide other women through understanding their metabolism and experiencing their own transformation.During today's episode, Liv and I talk all about:Insulin Resistance (and what the heck that actually means + why you should care about it)How and why you want to be come fat adaptedWhat happens to our adrenals & cortisol levels when we are sugar burnersThe effects of snacking & grazing on our blood sugar, insulin and metabolismSmall meals vs big mealsHow to stop snacking effortlesslyEffects of trying Diabetes Canada proposed meal plan on blood sugarWhat types of exercises burn fat vs glucoseLiv's exercise pyramidHow stress impacts blood glucose and insulinThe 3 areas of stress reductionYou can find Liv at @livthehealthcoach on Instagram! Give her a follow for GREAT content!STAY IN TOUCH WITH ME:You can find me on Instagram @daniellehamiltonhealth and on Facebook at Danielle Hamilton Health. My website is daniellehamiltonhealth.com. Thank you for subscribing, rating, reviewing, sharing and reposting the show! I appreciate each and every one of you!

I'm giving the last word on plant-based eating to a Registered Dietician. Jennifer Buccino (Twitter: @JenniferBuccino and IG: @jenniferbuccino) has been practicing as a registered dietitian for over 20 years. Over this time she has held many exciting positions including working as a clinical dietitian and educator at SickKids, provincial project manager Dairy Farmers of Canada, instructor and curriculum developer at Ryerson University, National Lead, Member Experience and Regional Executive Director for Dietitians of Canada, and now Senior Manager of Volunteer engagement at Diabetes Canada. She has also supported many families in the Halton region in her former private practice BeanSprout nutrition. Jennifer is passionate about healthy living. She runs, bikes, swims and skis and occasionally does the odd recreational triathlon. Jennifer aims to raise her 2 kids to be curious eaters, develop a good attitude towards all foods, and experience the full enjoyment of the foods they eat and the activities they engage in.

We've all heard the saying about “the best laid plans….” but there is a caveat to that. Not all unexpected consequences are bad. Sometimes something really amazing occurs unexpectedly.This episode tells the story of Henry Molaison, better known as Patient HM, or “the most important brain in the history of neuroscience.” Henry didn't set out to be a guiding light for the world of neuroanatomy. He just wanted a cure for his epilepsy. But what happened to him and the impact he had on the world is a story that needs to be told.We will also hunt for cobras in India, and try to explain why that plan backfired.Dr Seema Nagpal from Diabetes Canada will join us to explain the often unseen impact diabetes has on people, and to offer some thought on what the consequences of a cure might be.These science stories from history help shed light on the modern research being done on Type 2 Diabetes. Specifically, we highlight the work of SciMar as they examine the hormone hepatalin and the effect it has on glucose levels in people who are living with type 2 diabetes. www.SciMar.ca

Join Andy and me as we answer all of your questions about coffee and caffeine. What are the health benefits? How much is too much? What are the best sources of caffeine? What is the best time to drink it? In addition, Andy shares what his journey was like in becoming a Registered Dietitian and what it is like to be a male dietitian in a field that is supersaturated with women and females. Andy and I also get into nutrition myths and he debunks a few for us and shares ways that he helps to explain and navigate these nutrition myths with his clients in a very individualized approach. We discuss myths around carbs being bad, soy, and more. Andy is a private practice dietitian, blogger, and author from Toronto, Canada. He graduated from The University Of Toronto School Of Public Health in 2014 and worked at Diabetes Canada before pursuing a career in private practice. Whether working with people one on one or utilizing writing and social media to reach a wider audience, there is nothing Andy loves more than talking nutrition. He has published 8 books and hundreds of blog posts, which he promotes in his own unique and humorous ways on Instagram. Follow Andy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andytherd/

My guest today is Andy Di Santis MS. RD.  He is a private practice dietitian, blogger, and author of 7 books from Toronto, Canada. He graduated from the University of Toronto School Of Public Health with a Master's degree in public health nutrition before working for Diabetes Canada on the research and education team.We will be discussing: NAFLD, what causes it and why is it such a common ailment in not only Canada but the USA5 most prescribed medications, why avoiding them, to begin with, is the best step and WHEN is it NOT possible to not take meds the latest on Intermittent Fasting, what we know , we DON'T and who SHOULDN'T IF.Debunking the Soy Myths. Soy. Does it mimic estrogen? Is it an endocrine disruptor and what is the latest Science on Non-GMO Organic soy?Will consuming Soy-based products lowers TestosteroneLet's talk Poop 101. What is normal, what isn't and when should they seek medical help And..much more!! Thanks for tuning in! If you find this information helpful you can support the show below: https://www.venmo.com/healyounaturallyhttps://www.paypal.me/healyounaturally​ Thanks in advance!Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/healyounaturally)

Making a great impact is one of the main goals of a social profit organization. But as with its nature, you have to pull a number of strings in order to make things work—from coordinating with donors to organizing fundraisers and more. Needless to say, the job entails a lot. Yet, with a heart that is ever-willing to serve, nothing is quite impossible. In this episode, Douglas Nelson sits down with Laura Syron, the CEO of Diabetes Canada, to talk about her interesting story that provides a great education for how to build a leadership career in the social profit sector. Laura takes us way back to her role at Heart and Stroke, and then forward to this day where she is putting all the elements of social profit leadership together in one package. This conversation is surely not to miss, most especially if you want to learn the ways to become a great leader who inspires and makes the impact they want.