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If you've ever sat in a therapy session and thought, I love my therapist, but they just don't get diabetes–this episode is for you. Lauren sits down with Beth Leanna for a conversation that so many of you have been waiting for—what to do when your therapist doesn't fully understand your Type 1 diabetes experience. Beth brings a rare blend of clinical and emotional insight, having worked for over a decade in endocrinology before becoming a therapist & starting her own practice. We talked about why the disconnect happens in therapy, how to advocate for yourself when you feel unseen, and what to look for in a provider who's either T1D-informed or open to learning. We also explored the power of support beyond traditional therapy, like coaching, community, and education, and how those fill the gaps so many T1Ds experience. Whether you're navigating an underwhelming therapy dynamic or just beginning your mental health journey, this episode is your reminder that your lived experience matters, and you deserve care that truly sees you. Quick Takeaways:The importance of emotional and mental support with a type 1 diabetes diagnosis (for patients and caregivers) Disconnect between physical and mental health care providers & the power of collaboration in the medical field Dealing with caregiver burnout AND burden: How to balance it all without feeling emotionally + physically drained Finding the root of your T1D triggersFinding the right support as a T1D Timestamps:[02:46] How Beth went from being an endocrine nurse to opening her own therapy practice [04:27] “As a nurse…you can take them so far, right? I needed to help people in a different way…”[06:22] What she's learned about T1D in therapy that nursing never taught her[06:43] Overlapping theme seen with ALL the T1Ds in her life [09:11] Disconnect between mental and physical health care providers [11:38] Mental + mindset blocks that are holding T1Ds back [14:41] “There have been times where I'm like, ‘who's gonna take care of me?'... We all feel that way.” [16:33] “You have to put your oxygen mask on first before you can help someone else.”[20:48] Living a full life vs. being a ‘good diabetic' [30:23] The reality of telling a T1D: ‘You can't be perfect all the time. Maybe it's just accepting it in those moments.'What to do now: Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve. Follow Beth on Instagram & learn more about her therapy practice here.
Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode.In today's episode, I sit down with Angela Jaleh Karami, who has been living with type 1 diabetes for 23 years. She works as a research assistant and coordinator at a diabetes clinic and research center, helping with studies related to advanced diabetes technologies. She loves the great outdoors, photography, writing, live music, and connecting with other T1Ds worldwide. We also talk in length about diagnosis, challenges with post-meal highs, Afrezza, and when a caregiver should give over the reins to a young diabetic. Angela's Instagram:Coach Ken's Resources:Website: www.simplifyingdiabetes.comNewsletter Sign Up"More Than A1C" - My Signature Coaching ProgramThe Diabetes Nutrition Master CourseThe 5-Pillars Of Diabetes Success WorksheetSet Up a Free Call...Apparel StoreSupport & Donate To The PodcastThe T1D Exchange Registry is a research study, conducted over time, for individuals with type 1 diabetes and their supporters. Participants volunteer to provide their data for Diabetes research. Once enrolled, Registry participants have the opportunity to sign up for other studies on various topics related to type 1 diabetes.You can make an impact on the future of Diabetes now! Fill out an online survey and gain access to tons of new research and the online portal. It only takes 10-15 minutes.Have a question, send me a DM or email. I'd love to connect and answer any questions you have.You can find the show on any platform you listen to your podcasts!Don't forget to click on that subscribe button and leave a 5-star review, so you're notified when new episode drop every week.Questions about diabetes, don't hesitate to reach out:Instagram: @CoachK3NInstagram: @thehealthydiabeticpodFacebook: @Simplifying Life With DiabetesEmail: ken@simplifyingdiabetes.comPodcast Disclaimer: Nothing that you hear on The Healthy Diabetic Podcast should be considered medical advice or otherwise; please always consult your medical TEAM before making any changes to your Diabetes management.Support the show
Eoin sits down with Graham to chat about his recent trip with Medtronic to the ATTD conference in Amsterdam.ATTD stands for 'Advanced Technologies & Treatments for Diabetes' and Eoin discusses some of the things he took away from the conference including:His changing attitude towards pumps.Interesting exercises undertaken at the conference.Observations from a restaurant full of T1Ds.As always, be sure to rate, comment, subscribe and share. Your interaction and feedback really helps the podcast. The more Diabetics that we reach, the bigger impact we can make!Questions & Stories for the Podcast?:theinsuleoinpodcast@gmail.comConnect, Learn & Work with Eoin:https://linktr.ee/insuleoin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, Rob Howe speaks with Jerry Gore, co-founder of Action for Diabetes, about the dire situation for people with type 1 diabetes in Myanmar following a devastating earthquake. They discuss the challenges faced by diabetics in the region, the urgent need for insulin and medical supplies, and the efforts of Action for Diabetes to provide support. Jerry shares personal stories of resilience and hope, highlighting the importance of community and motivation in managing diabetes. The conversation emphasizes the need for donations and support to help those affected by the crisis. Donation links: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/myanmar-earthquakefundraiser https://give.asia/campaign/a4d-myanmar-earthquakefundraiser#/donations Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Action for Diabetes and the Crisis in Myanmar 03:03 Understanding the Living Conditions in Myanmar 06:02 The Day-to-Day Life of a Type 1 Diabetic in Myanmar 09:04 Impact of the Earthquake on Diabetes Care 12:14 Current Situation and Urgent Needs 14:50 How to Help and Get Involved 17:57 Success Stories and Achievements of Action for Diabetes 21:08 The Importance of Sustainable Support 23:49 Reflections on the Diabetes Community and Global Disparities 27:13 Future Goals and Expansion of Action for Diabetes 33:14 Tipping Points in Diabetes Awareness 36:35 The Power of Community and Motivation 42:28 Connecting Through Shared Experiences 44:30 Advancements in Diabetes Management 46:32 Supporting Diabetes Initiatives Resources: www.action4diabetes.org
Episode Summary: In this week's episode, we're joined by someone incredibly close to the Risely heart. Bianca Volpetti, from our enrollment team was diagnosed with T1D diagnosis at age 31, just weeks before her wedding. Even though her sister had been living with T1D since childhood and she was in the best shape of her life, Bianca's diagnosis completely rocked her world. Because matter how “healthy” or informed you are, diabetes changes everything. Like many of us, she tried to DIY her way through it… and learned the hard way just how isolating and overwhelming that path can be. Today, Bianca opens up about her lowest moments, what finally pushed her to say yes to support, and how coaching helped her not just stabilize her numbers—but truly reclaim her life. If you've been stuck in the belief that you should be able to figure this out on your own, this conversation is a powerful reminder that you don't have to wait until rock bottom to rise. Quick Takeaways:The importance of seeking support with your T1D (beyond your loved ones) How T1D impacts your personal relationships Navigating an adult diagnosis Accepting the help you needTimestamps:[03:20] Receiving her T1D diagnosis at 31 years old [05:38] “I was in the ICU for four or five days and that is where my journey started.”[07:08] Growing up with a T1D sibling/ family member [10:51] Finding Risely… with a plot twist[16:24] Hitting her breaking point & deciding it was time for help [31:33] “We kind of allow ourselves to accept mediocrity because we have type one and… this is just how life has to be because I have this... We don't deserve to accept that.”[33:25] The most common blocks Bianca hears from other T1Ds [34:32] Believing in yourself [38:15] Advice for someone on the fence about getting support What to do now: Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve.
Believe it or not, there were CHALLENGES with my 100-Mile race...Challenges, in my opinion, are opportunities for growth.That being said, they aren't always the most FUN to break through.During my ride I learned a few blood sugar lessons that actually apply across the board to all T1Ds - even if you're not an ultra- endurance athlete like me.More importantly, it may even save your life to know what to watch out for.>> ENJOY!Grab your free ticket to this advanced T1D training here:https://diabetesinaction.comPurchase your copy of "The Blood Sugar Freedom Formula" book TODAY!https://www.amazon.com/dp/1964811880?psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&ref_=chk_typ_quicklook_imgToDpFree T1D Support Group Here: https://diabetesinaction.com/join-group-1---------Welcome to the Pardon My Pancreas podcast!! This show is all about REAL life with type 1 diabetes, understanding fluctuations, and how to stabilize your blood sugar for good. Your host is Matt Vande Vegte is a certified personal trainer, nutritionist, and type 1 diabetic whose biggest goal in life is to help people with diabetes around the world live their lives fearlessly. Looking for an online health coaching program to help you live your best life? Go to https://www.ftfwarrior.com to learn more about his program for diabetics only that is focused on helping you reach your goals while living a happier and healthier life. Join the Tribe today!This podcast is sponsored by FTF Warrior - An online health and fitness coaching company for type 1 diabetics dedicated to helping them master their blood sugars through any activity, exercise, or meal!https://www.ftfwarrior.comFollow Matt here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ftfwarrior/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ftfwarrior/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ftfwarrior------------------------------------------------------Disclaimer: While we share our experiences with diabetes, nothing we discuss should be taken as medical advice. Please consult your doctor or medical professional for your health and diabetes management.
In this episode, I sit down with Kelly Schmidt, registered dietitian, to dive into the connection between gut health and Type 1 diabetes. We explore leaky gut, the importance of bacterial diversity (and why T1Ds tend to have less), plus how probiotics and fermented foods can support overall wellness. Connect with Kelly on instagram here. For more information on all that she offers, you can find her website here.This episode is for entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult your doctor before making any changes.Find me on Instagram and Tiktok @thrivabetic. Find the blog here and The Thrivabetic book here.If you enjoyed this episode please share it with a friend and leave me a rating/review on Apple Podcasts and/or follow me on Spotify. Thank you to this weeks partner, PureWay Compliance. PureWay's mail-back system makes sharps disposal easy and eco-friendly! Learn more at pureway.com and follow @purewaycompliance on Instagram. Get 12% off your first order with code THRIVABETIC12!Diabetes mental health, type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, type 3c diabetes, LADA, Mody diabetes. Diabetic community. Managing emotions and blood sugar, coping with diabetes, diabetes diagnosis, endrocrinology, dietician, life with diabetes.
After a week away, Jack makes his grand return to We Are T1D! This episode is packed with laughter, relatable Type 1 diabetes struggles, and one seriously unfortunate hospital meal fail.
Risely coach and registered dietitian Elisabeth Didonato is back again to open up a BIG can of worms: metabolic supplements. Should we take them? Do they really help with T1D? What do we look for? In this conversation, we specifically look at the supplements currently on the market for blood sugar control. Elisabeth breaks down the typical ingredients in popular brands, the difference between liquid or capsule form, the truth about apple cider vinegar, and we even tackle the controversial debate about cinnamon! Time Stamps: 01:59 Elizabeth's background03:34 The Purpose of Supplements and Do They Really Help?08:13 “Supplement Trends Are Like Fashion”09:17 What is Metabolic Health?09:58 Who are the Supplement Brands Mostly Targeting?11:41 The Ingredients in Blood Sugar Supplements16:00 Apple Cider Vinegar16:54 Liquid or Capsule?19:00 Cinnamon21:60 Supplements for Type 1 vs Type 2 Diabetes25:19 Third-Party Testing and What to Look for in Supplements29:44 Lauren and Elizabeth's PSAsWhat to do now:Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.Check out the Men's Health study referenced in today's episode: The Effect of Cinnamon Supplementation on Hemoglobin A1c in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes MellitusApply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve. Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
In this lively episode of We Are T1D, Jack takes the spotlight to share a highly requested story from the community—a chaotic adventure involving his latest prescription debacle. With wit and humour, he recounts the absurdity of navigating outdated processes, battling perplexed receptionists, and enduring the ultimate irony of being asked to pick up a printed prescription. It's a tale every T1D can relate to, packed with unexpected twists and plenty of laughs.
In this heartfelt episode of We Are T1D, Mike and Jack share a listener-submitted story that many in the diabetes community will relate to. Robyn opens up about her fear of needles and how she overcame it with the help of an insulin pump. Her journey is a powerful reminder of the strength it takes to face fears and the transformative impact of diabetes technology.
In this week's episode Eoin and Graham sit down to talk about one of Eoin's recent Instagram posts.Eoin received a huge reaction to a post where he asked, 'What's the strangest thing anyone has said to you about T1D'?From 'I wish I was diabetic', to 'why are you not fat?', there were some seriously strange comments made to diabetics around the world.As always, be sure to rate, comment, subscribe and share. Your interaction and feedback really helps the podcast. The more Diabetics that we reach, the bigger impact we can make!Questions & Stories for the Podcast?:theinsuleoinpodcast@gmail.comConnect, Learn & Work with Eoin:https://linktr.ee/insuleoin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join Mike and Jack for a candid, humorous episode of We Are T1D, where they navigate the unpredictable highs and lows of living with Type 1 Diabetes. Kicking things off, Jack experiences a hypo moment, leading to an impromptu Coca-Cola rescue, while Mike reflects on the daily unpredictability of T1D symptoms. They share personal anecdotes, from hypo sweats to the all-too-familiar frustrations of sensor signal loss, offering an authentic insight into the challenges faced by the T1D community. The duo also dives into their dietary experiments, with Jack exploring a low-carb approach and Mike embracing his love for steak and eggs. They discuss how routine eating habits can help stabilize glucose levels, all while keeping the conversation light, funny, and relatable. Celebrating listener wins, Mike and Jack highlight stories of improved A1C results, the excitement of using new sensors, and the importance of community support. They encourage listeners to share their victories and experiences, reinforcing the power of camaraderie in the T1D journey. Whether you're seeking practical T1D management tips, a good laugh, or a sense of connection, this episode is a must-listen! ----------------- Don't miss this episode packed with real stories, laughter, and the supportive spirit that makes the T1D community so special. Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. Share the highs and lows with fellow T1Ds and help grow the community! ---------------- Follow The Podcast https://www.instagram.com/wearet1d Follow Mike https://www.instagram.com/t1d_mike Follow Jack https://www.instagram.com/t1d_jack Share your stories at https://wearet1d.com New episodes are released every Sunday & Wednesday Episode Highlights: 00:00 – Jack is LO! 00:44 – We Are T1D podcast intro: the realest Type 1 Diabetes podcast online 03:42 – Jack's struggles with sensor readings on his right arm 07:30 – Jack starts to feel back to normal 10:06 – Taking supplements after his holiday 14:46 – Guess how many eggs Jack eats per week! 18:02 – Reflects on the monotony of diabetic-friendly meals 22:08 – Jack's impressive 83% time in range—celebration time! 24:42 – Listener achievements and wins: let's hear them! 33:22 – Jack reminds us every cloud has a silver lining
Welcome back to We Are T1D! In this hilarious and dramatic midweek episode, hosts Mike and Jack dive into two unforgettable listener stories that perfectly capture the wild and unpredictable life with Type 1 Diabetes. First, Lucas takes us on a crazy journey involving cannabis, a hypo, and his unsuspecting parents. From smoky car rides to uncontrollable laughter, this is one rollercoaster of a story with a T1D twist! Next, Alex shares a nightclub tale where her insulin supply sets off a sniffer dog, leading to an awkward (but VIP!) entry experience. Navigating life with Type 1 Diabetes has never been more humorous or embarrassing. Episode Highlights: 00:00 - A heads-up: this episode includes stories about drugs! 04:22 - "Do you guys smoke weed?" — Mike & Jack's funny response to a listener's question. 05:53 - The "Diabetes Card" — When T1Ds have used their condition in tricky situations. 07:10 - Alex's wild nightclub story, featuring security dogs and insulin. 11:04 - T1Ds and airport metal detectors: the struggle is real! Don't miss these listener stories that showcase the humorous and unpredictable side of T1D. Be sure to rate, review, and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. Share the laughter and challenges with others in the T1D community! Connect with us: Follow The Podcast https://www.instagram.com/wearet1d Follow Mike https://www.instagram.com/t1d_mike Follow Jack https://www.instagram.com/t1d_jack Share your stories at https://wearet1d.com New episodes are released every Sunday & Wednesday PS. If you would like to be a guest on the podcast, please go to the website https://wearet1d.com/guest-booking and fill out the form. Stay tuned for more listener stories and community wins!
In this solo episode, Lauren explores the connection between cognitive health and type 1 diabetes. A recent large study found that older adults with type 1 diabetes who reported severe low blood sugar events showed poorer performance in overall cognition, language, executive function, and memory. Lauren explains the five root causes of frequent low blood sugar, helping you understand the patterns behind your lows and providing you with the tools to address them.Time Stamps: (01:51) Intro & Personal Motivations(06:50) The Impact of Blood Sugar Fluctuations on the Brain(08:55) Research on Memory Problems and Low Blood Sugars(14:34) Root Causes of Frequent Low Blood Sugar(22:24) Finding Your Intrinsic Motivators for Diabetes Management What to do now:Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE. Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
The UK's NICE guidelines represent the first time a country has made hybrid closed-loop widely available to its citizens through national healthcare. The groundbreaking guidelines instruct access to be granted to people with type 1 diabetes who fit a broad criteria over the next five years. How does health insurance work where you live? Comment on the Youtube episode (link below)! Fill out T1D Exchange Registry (US residents only) Join Patreon for Exclusive Content | Join Diabetech Community Discord Learn about the UK's NICE Guidelines Follow my other pages: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook Send us Feedback & Join the Newsletter Read DISCLAIMER: This podcast is not medical advice. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to your health care.
Check out this cross-posted episode from Type 1 in Midlife, with Melissa Slemp from Abundant Health with Melissa.We talk about self-sabotage, self-compassion, grace, and how to handle yourself in burnout—and why burnout even happens sometimes.While intended for Melissa's audience of midlife T1Ds, this conversation is chock-full of nuggets beneficial to everyone with T1D.Abundant Health with MelissaWhat to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram Follow us on TikTok
In this episode of We Are T1D: Type 1 Diabetes, hosts Mike and Jack are back with their signature blend of humor and honesty, tackling everything from the triumphs of diabetes management to the tribulations of tech troubles. Mike kicks off with a heartwarming win of taking back control, boasting disciplined hypo treatment and an active lifestyle that's got his blood sugars in check. Jack, on the other hand, celebrates a victory with the pharmacy that's worthy of applause. The duo doesn't stop at the wins; they dive into the struggles too. Mike opens up about an offensive email from a weight loss agency that fails to distinguish between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, prompting him to deliver a much-needed education on the differences. Meanwhile, Jack shares his frustration with a sensor that's been acting up, suspecting that humidity and wet conditions might be the culprits - a discovery that could be a game-changer for fellow T1Ds. The conversation takes a serious turn as they discuss Diabetes UK's controversial partnership with Slimming World, questioning the organization's focus and priorities. But it's not all heavy; the laughs are plentiful, especially when they consider the absurdity of a planet named George and the legality of swearing in front of a corpse in Texas. As they wrap up, the hosts reflect on their HbA1c averages, with Mike taking a narrow victory over Jack. They invite listeners to suggest future podcast guests, emphasizing that this show is for the community, by the community. - Follow The Podcast https://www.instagram.com/wearet1d - Follow Mike https://www.instagram.com/t1d_mike - Follow Jack https://www.instagram.com/t1d_jack - Share your thoughts and guest suggestions at https://wearet1d.com Tune in for an episode that's as informative as it is entertaining, and remember to Subscribe/Follow, Rate, and Review to stay connected with the T1D family.
Do you experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) during the winter months?As T1Ds, we can be impacted far more than the average person by the physical symptoms of SAD. Learn more about Seasonal Affective Disorder, the symptoms, what causes it, what can help, and strategies as T1Ds you can use to mitigate the effects of SAD in your winter.What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram Follow us on TikTok
Do the holidays stump you when it comes to your diabetes management? Are you super stressed out during all of November and December and find that your BGs respond in kind?In this episode, Jessie & I talk about common strategies for T1Ds to remember going into the holiday season, especially with American Thanksgiving knocking at our doors this week.No matter how you celebrate during the last two months of the year, keeping the tips from this episode in mind can help you navigate the stress.What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram Follow us on TikTok
Myriam Roy, a T1D from Quebec, Canada, has lived with T1D for over 25 years. With her psychology background and research into the science, she was able to prepare and plan for her pregnancy such that she had a natural, complication-free experience without medical intervention.While all pregnancies have an element of luck involved with whether things go according to plan, Myriam defied the expectations many T1Ds face from both doctors and society. Listen in to find out what you can do to reduce your pregnancy risk as a T1D.What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram Follow us on TikTok
I like Randi because she keeps it real. We all struggles as T1Ds to do many things, fasting included. Randi has had diabetes for 17 years and came to fasting about a year ago for both weight loss and better control over her blood sugars. After starting with a more relaxed protocol, Randi's fasting has now evolved into alternate day fasting. She also does multiple daily injections, which adds another layer of complexity to her fasting protocol. We dive deep on how she manages her insulin needs while doing longer fasts and we also talk about the struggles we all face as Type 1 diabetics. While Randi is making progress, she still has weight loss and A1C goals that she'd like to achieve. I have no doubt that she will reach her goals. Randi was a joy to speak with and she was incredibly honest. I hope you get a lot out of her episode!
Nichole is the mother of two T1ds and there are a number of autoimmune issues in her family. This BetterHelp link saves 10% on your first month of therapy Try delicious AG1 - Drink AG1.com/Juicebox Use code JUICEBOX to save 35% at Cozy Earth Get Gvoke HypoPen CONTOUR NEXTONE smart meter and CONTOUR DIABETES app Learn about the Dexcom G6 and G7 CGM Go tubeless with Omnipod 5 or Omnipod DASH Get your supplies from US MED or call 888-721-1514 Learn about Touched By Type 1 Take the T1DExchange survey A full list of our sponsors How to listen, disclaimer and more 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 show is now available as an Alexa skill. My type 1 diabetes parenting blog Arden's Day Listen to the Juicebox Podcast online Read my award winning memoir: Life Is Short, Laundry Is Eternal: Confessions of a Stay-At-Home Dad 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! Follow Scott on Social Media @JuiceboxPodcast 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 the show and consider leaving a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. Thank you! The Juicebox Podcast is not a charitable organization.
We have a great guest on the show today, Lacey Weisbaum. Lacey is an ex-pat, an English teacher, and a mom to three boys under 10. Her son Ethan was diagnosed with T1D before his second birthday. Her family was one of the earliest families that I coached back in 2016, so they'll always have a super special place in my heart. One year ago, Lacey and her family moved to Italy from Chicago for her husband, Brian's job. Together, they're learning how to live a slower and more intentional life, how to navigate T1D in a foreign country, and how to appreciate the cultural shifts and differences from life in the US. We also talk about…The diabetes-related logistics that Lacey and her husband had to consider before moving internationallyThe differences in health and wellness in Europe vs. AmericaThe implications of testing family members to see if they have markers for T1D… and so much more! This episode is not just for parents with T1D kids, this is a conversation truly anyone will find fascinating. We are excited to host another FREE community challenge starting September 11, 2023! Get ready to fall back into rhythm with the community and an intentional T1D routine. Learn more and sign up HERE. Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.See if you're eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/riseRESOURCES FOR YOU: The Diabetic Health Journal - the tool we use with all of our coaching clients. Grab your copy HERE. The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HERE.Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
Our guest for today's episode, Olly Rowland, has such an exciting and unique story to share! When Olly was diagnosed with T1D at the age of 17, his doctors discouraged him from pursuing his dream job of being a stuntman and told him he should stick to working in an office. Instead of heeding this advice, Olly set out to prove them wrong. Not only has Olly worked as a stuntman on major Hollywood films like Guardians of the Galaxy, Captain America: The First Avenger, and Snow White and the Huntsman, but he also manages some of the top musicians in entertainment including Dolly Parton, Mya, KC & The Sunshine Band, Kenny G. and more! Olly also documents his journey on The Diabetic Adventurer with the goal of helping young and newly diagnosed diabetics realize their diabetes doesn't have to stop them from leading an extraordinary life.In this jam-packed episode, we discuss...Overcoming the fear of judgment when giving T1D injections on Hollywood sets Adapting to unique and unpredictable environments during stunt work and adventure travel Transitioning from daily injections to Dexcom G6 and Omnipod 5Finding support for his type one through community and technology …and so much more!Follow Olly on Instagram HERE.Follow The Diabetic Adventurer HERE. Find more info on The Adventurists HERE.Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.See if you're eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/riseRESOURCES FOR YOU: The Diabetic Health Journal - the tool we use with all of our coaching clients. Grab your copy HERE. The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HERE.Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
Ben Tzeel is a lot of things: T1D since age 7, registered dietitian, certified diabetes educator, strength and conditioning specialist, AND the founder of Your Diabetes Insider.Ben turned himself into a science experiment after diagnosis and went against the grain of what he saw other T1Ds doing and going through. Determined not to let T1D become a "life sentence", Ben pursued his passions in sports and turned the doubts of others into his fuel.Outdated diabetes education stops millions of PWDs from taking control of their bodies and BGs, but not for Ben! He knows you can have your cake and eat it, too, and on this episode, he shares how.WEBSITE: https://www.yourdiabetesinsider.com/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/manoftzeel/TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@manoftzeelWhat to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram Follow us on TikTok
I cannot wait for you to listen to today's episode with special guest, Justin Eastzer! Justin was diagnosed with T1D in May 2021, and with the help of the diabetes community on TikTok, was inspired to document his journey. His goal was to educate and help others feel less alone as he learned how to manage his diabetes. He has continued to share his experiences and diabetes management on social media in an effort to provide more education, support, and self-love in the diabetes community. In this episode, we discuss...The health diagnosis Justin experienced at the age of 21 that prepared him in a unique way for his T1D diagnosis years laterThe exciting new ways that the world of diabetes tech advancements is progressingThe DIY looping community and why Justin uses it over a commercial insulin pump The effect long haul Covid has had on Justin's life with T1D Follow Justin on Instagram HERE.
Welcome back to the podcast! Today's episode will be a little different because we're NOT discussing how to lower your A1C or increase your time in range. Those are all important things and are covered in many episodes of Reclaim Your Rise, BUT today we're focusing on mindset and self-compassion, specifically for perfectionists.The truth is, your personality type plays a big role in managing diabetes: from your strengths, to your roadblocks, to how you *relate* to it. And, as a recovering perfectionist myself, I feel like in the T1D realm we often get the short end of the stick in receiving the type of support we need to feel better with our diabetes or to move forward in our lives. In this episode, I'll share five mindset reframes and journaling prompts that can help you discover the aspects of your life as a perfectionist that may be inhibiting your progress in finding freedom and peace of mind with diabetes. We are now enrolling for the next round of the Decide and Conquer Bootcamp, our signature group coaching program for women with T1D. Spots are limited and we begin August 22nd. Learn more and apply HERE.Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.See if you're eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/riseRESOURCES FOR YOU: The doors for our signature group coaching program are open! Learn more and apply HERE.The Diabetic Health Journal - the tool we use with all of our coaching clients. Grab your copy HERE. The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HERE.Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
Welcome back to the podcast! Today's guest is Sally Gibney, who was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes four and a half years ago. Sally is a senior project manager at the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University, where she provides leadership in developing and executing program strategies for catalyzing innovative practice change in pediatrics. She also hosts the Center's podcast, The Brain Architects. Sally lives in Boston, Massachusetts with her partner, Charlie, and their newborn son, James. I met Sally about nine months ago when she enrolled in our Decide and Conquer Bootcamp. Despite looking like the “perfect” type 1 on paper with a 5.9 A1C and 91% time and range, she was experiencing intense diabetes burnout. Now, almost a year later, she's here with us today to share her story about… Reclaiming her mental health with T1DTransitioning from daily injections to an insulin pump for the first time Finding a diabetes community that helped her unlock more freedom with T1D than she thought was possibleGoing through IVF with type one diabetes and becoming a first-time parentOvercoming perfectionism with her numbers …and so much more! We are now enrolling for the next round of the Decide and Conquer Bootcamp, our signature group coaching program for women with T1D. Spots are limited and we begin August 22nd. Learn more and apply HERE.Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.See if you're eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/riseRESOURCES FOR YOU: The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HERE.Recently diagnosed with T1D? Access specific resources for you HERE.Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
It's undeniably harder for us all, including myself, to manage our blood sugars when we are traveling, going out to eat, or any other spontaneous events that come up. Afterall, diabetes thrives in a routine. BUT that doesn't mean that we can't feel good about our blood sugars while living with freedom and flexibility to enjoy life's out of routine moments. I feel like this is a perfect time to discuss this topic because I'm coming off four weeks in a row of being more out of routine than in one. In today's episode, I'm sharing the 5 key factors that helped me maintain 86% TIR throughout a month in which I… ✅ Traveled to San Diego, Newport RI, Montauk, and Chicago✅ Changed time zones✅ Sat for long hours in the car/plane✅ Had different food, exercise, and sleep routines✅ Spent time in hot, humid weather✅ Enjoyed a few drinksYou will learn both the tactical pieces to consider when you're going out of your routine and the one major mindset shift that has helped me and over 600 coaching clients at Risely. Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.See if you're eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/riseRESOURCES FOR YOU: The doors for our signature group coaching program are open! Learn more and apply HERE.The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HERE.Recently diagnosed with T1D? Access specific resources for you HERE.Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
Patricia Daiker, owner and founder of Better Diabetes Life, joins us to talk about why fighting diabetes is counterproductive and how T1Ds can improve their lives with biohacking.Diagnosed at 26 as an ER nurse, she shares how medical professionals can miss the symptoms in themselves and how deeply many experience the denial of "this can't happen to me". Learn from Patricia's experience in this jam-packed interview!What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram Follow us on TikTok
I am so excited about today's episode for two reasons! First, we have a special guest on the pod, Content Creator Extraordinaire Soph Mosca. The second reason is that this is the official kickoff episode for the Reclaim Your Rise Podcast on YouTube. So that means that you can not only listen, but you can also watch HERE. Soph was diagnosed with T1D a little over a year ago, in April of 2022, the day before she graduated from college. As a content creator with a social media following of over 1 million people, Soph was already used to sharing the highs and lows of her life. After her diagnosis, Soph didn't hold back on sharing her journey with type one. She had to learn how to navigate a new type of online noise: people's misjudgments about T1D and unsolicited advice on how to manage it.In this episode, we discuss how she handles the online noise along with… Her diagnosis story and near-death experienceHer journey with accepting her diagnosisHer experience with diabetes burnout Her vision that she has for her life with diabetes Follow Soph on social HERE.Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.See if you're eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/riseRESOURCES FOR YOU: The doors for our signature group coaching program are open! Learn more and apply HERE.The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HERE.Recently diagnosed with T1D? Access specific resources for you HERE.Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
Welcome back to the pod! Today you all get “peak state” Lauren, I have been in 100% time and range the last two days so I'm in the ideal headspace to share with you my strategies for staying in range before, during, and after exercise. I'm sharing advice from years of my own personal experience transitioning from going high or low during exercise to being in range 99% of the time. I'll also share insight from the experiences of 600+ Risely coaching members. In this jam-packed episode, I go over… The most common frustrations with exercise and blood sugarsFive tactical pieces to consider when crafting your workout strategy (plus one bonus)The importance of shifting your mindset to what is possible rather than what hasn't worked … and so much more! Thank you all so much for being part of this journey. I hope you have some takeaways from this episode. If you do, please share them with me on Instagram at @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth! That's also the best way to stay in the loop on when new episodes drop.We are now enrolling for our Fall 2023 Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Program. Learn more about the DCB and apply HERE.Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! RESOURCES FOR YOU: Our 12 week workout program designed for T1Ds HEREA FREE guide to increasing insulin sensitivity HERE. The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HEREDisclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
Rachel Halverson: registered nurse, certified diabetes care and education specialist (CDCES), and board certified nurse coach. She's lived with T1D for over 25 years and now helps T1Ds learn how to "radically accept" the diagnosis with mindfulness and resilience.I also have Rachel to thank for a truly mind-blowing T1D travel hack that you'll have to listen to the end for, but it's SOOOOO good. What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram Follow us on TikTok
Welcome back everyone! In today's episode, I sit down with Adia Corley to discuss the topic of Adult Diagnosis. She was diagnosed with T1D in November 2020 at the age of 46. We talk about...How her diagnosis unfoldedHow she overcame her fear of giving insulin How a stranger at Whole Foods set her off on the path to reclaiming her life How she was able to go from an A1C of 7.4 with 50% time in range to 6.6 with 80% time and rangeHow her process of learning about T1D didn't bring her back to herself, but led her to become an even better version of herself. We are now enrolling for our Fall 2023 Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Program. If you are curious about the transformation Adia talks about in this episode, learn more about the DCB and apply HERE. Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.RESOURCES FOR YOU: Our 12 week workout program designed for T1Ds HEREA FREE guide to increasing insulin sensitivity HERE. The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HEREDisclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
Lauren Rapaport is the T1D Life Coach. Having lived with the 'betes for over 43 years, she helps adult T1Ds and parents of T1Ds go from suffering to thriving by showing them how to change their mindsets about living with this condition.I had the privilege of meeting Lauren in person at an event with our mutual business coach, and it was a powerful reminder of the connection T1D creates in otherwise total strangers.What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram Follow us on TikTok
Today we have a special solo episode in honor of my 30th birthday, which I'm celebrating on July 8th!So today's episode has two sections… In the first part, I answer questions that you all submitted on Instagram about diabetes resentment, exercise and its impact on blood sugars, navigating a new diagnosis, and getting pregnant as a T1D.In the second part, I get reflective and share the top three most impactful lessons that I learned in my 20s that are applicable not only to type one diabetes but can also to life in general! Thank you all so much for being part of this journey. I hope you have some takeaways from this episode. If you do, please share them with me on Instagram at @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth! That's also the best way to stay in the loop on when new episodes drop.Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! RESOURCES FOR YOU: Our 12 week workout program designed for T1Ds HEREA FREE guide to increasing insulin sensitivity HERE The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HEREDisclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
I'm so pleased to have had the opportunity to speak to Rachel. We dive deep on an issue that many T1Ds face, which is high blood sugars when breaking your fast. Rachel has been fasting for six months and was initially plagued with very high blood sugars when she would break her fast. After tinkering with her insulin (Humalog to Lyumjev), eating window, and ultimately, adding Metformin to her regimen, she has devised a strategy that works well for her. Insulin resistance can be a sneaky issue that you may not be aware that you have. This episode is definitely worth a listen if you are finding blood sugars to be difficult to manage in your eating window.In addition, Rachel has a very interesting story, and I love the methodical way that she approaches her T1D management! Enjoy!
Today on the pod, we have a Risely coaching alum, Cory Fowler in the house! Cory is 27 years old, lives in New Jersey with his fiance Michelle, and was diagnosed with type one diabetes 10 years ago right before college at the age of 17. Back in March of this year, I shared part of Cory's diabetes story on social media and was not expecting it to be as impactful as it was… Let's just say the response was staggering. In the post, I read a letter that Cory got from his endocrinologist that was incredibly unsupportive, demeaning and eventually led to Cory firing him. You can watch the video on my Instagram HERE. The positive thing that came from Cory receiving that letter was that it motivated him to take his diabetes into his own hands and join Risely's coaching program. In just over three months, Cory's A1C went from 8.4 to a 6.7 and his time in range went from 35% to 60%! I can't wait for you to learn more about Cory's journey finding a new endocrinologist and how he learned how to adjust his insulin needs around his routine to make his diabetes management work for him! Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.RESOURCES FOR YOU: The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HEREFor Newly Diagnosed T1Ds HEREGet more T1D tips HERE. Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
An oldie but a goodie! Back in episode 69, we highlighted the top 3 insulin pump manufacturers, the features of each pump, and what was possibly in the pipeline (as we knew then).The info in this episode is still relevant especially with so many new diagnoses, and especially since many doctors offices and endocrine clinics have financial relationships with Medtronic... which means T1Ds might not even know about the other insulin pump options out there.Like anything with your T1D care, the insulin pump you choose should be an informed decision, and not one that you get strong-armed into. For some, MDI works better. For others, Omnipod. That's what it comes down to: the freedom to CHOOSE.So take a listen to this MVP episode on the different kinds of pumps out there.Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club! What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram Follow us on TikTok
Welcome to this week's podcast! Today I'm getting vulnerable with you again and sharing one of the worst high blood sugar days that I've had in a while. In this story-time style episode, I will debrief you on exactly what happened and how Trista, one of the wonderful coaches at Risely, helped me realize that it wasn't just ONE issue but a combination of things that caused such high blood sugars. Whether intentional or unintentional, as T1Ds we are used to hiding the daily ups and downs that we experience from the people around us. This is part of why it can feel like diabetes is such an invisible condition because there's so much that we do daily that no one knows about. My hope is that you can take the lessons from this podcast and apply them to your own life with diabetes, so you feel less alone and more equipped to manage your lows. Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.RESOURCES FOR YOU:Get more T1D tips with this free download HERE.Join the Risely T1D community in our free Facebook group HERE. Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
Jessie plays Division 1 rugby for Montana State University. Learn how she manages her type 1 diabetes on and off the field, how she preps for practice and games, and other important things to keep in mind for T1Ds interested in impact sports.What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram Follow us on TikTok
In this episode, we're talking about six common issues for newly diagnosed T1Ds, and how to handle them. This is not an exhaustive list, but a place to start if you're newly diagnosed or know someone newly diagnosed.What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram Follow us on TikTok
Today's episode is specifically for community members who have been newly diagnosed with type one diabetes. There's no definitive cutoff of when you are no longer “newly diagnosed,” but I will say that this episode is a must-listen if you've been diagnosed in the last three or so years. My co-host and guest today is Risely Health Coach Emily Peterson! Emily was diagnosed with T1D two and a half years ago and lives in the Dallas Fort Worth area with her husband Corbin. Fun fact: they're both paragliding pilots! This is also a great episode to send to family members or partners so that they can gain more insight into what you might be going through with your new diagnosis as an adult with type one. In this episode, we discuss… The underwhelming support Emily received from her healthcare team at diagnosis The main challenges we see newly diagnosed T1Ds face around their relationship to food, body, and selfThe mindset shift Emily used to help her feel more comfortable with taking insulinThe most important things to focus on while you're in the beginning phases of your journey with diabetes I do want to give a trigger warning that we do talk about weight, diets, and body image. So please skip this if you are not in a good place to explore these topics.There are 2 weeks left to enroll in our Spring 2023 Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Program. Learn more and apply HERE. Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.RESOURCES FOR YOU: For Newly Diagnosed T1Ds HEREFor T1D nutrition strategies and 7 day meal plan - HEREGet more T1D tips HERE. Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
You won't want to miss this one! Most of us have more than one kid and typically those kids are not also living with type 1 diabetes. Although, special shout out to those parents juggling multiple kids with type 1 diabetes!! You are my heroes! Today, Joanne Robb (psychotherapist and T1D coach) and I discuss how to manage diabetes well for our T1D while also pouring into our other children that aren't living with type 1 diabetes. Be sure to check out the links below to find Joanne on the web and sign up for her courses specially designed to help and encourage parents and caregivers of type 1 diabetics. Plus, take a listen to the other 4 episodes Joanne recorded with me! They are all about how to manage the mental and emotional burden that can come alongside a type 1 diagnosis. Enjoy! OTHER LINKS AND RESOURCESJoanne's Website: https://www.diabetessweettalk.com/ Episode #88: Working through Anxiety Episode #89: ValidationEpisode #90: All the Feelings and Emotions that come Along with a Type 1 DiagnosisEpisode #91: Relationships and the Stressors that come with a Type 1 DiagnosisSupport the showFollow the show on Instagram @sugarmamaspodcastCome join the Facebook Group!Visit the Sugar Mama's Podcast WebsiteDonate to the show through Buy Me a Coffee!
TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES® – THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy PettusWeight Management for Type 1 DiabetesDid you know that 2 out of 3 people living with type 1 diabetes are overweight? That's right, we all deal with it! Drs. E and P are sitting down to discuss how type 1 diabetes can contribute to weight gain and what you can do to successfully lose weight and keep it off. They'll also cover what “overweight” means and what a realistic weight loss plan looks like. Questions We'll Cover in This Episode: Is weight an issue for people with type 1 diabetes? How does insulin contribute to weight gain? How do lows contribute to weight gain? Can hormone deficiencies affect weight gain in T1Ds? What does it mean to be “overweight”? What are the associated risks of having type 1 diabetes and being overweight? How can people with type 1 adjust their diet for weight loss? What is a realistic weight loss goal? What are tips for exercising with type 1? Are there meds type 1s can take to help with weight loss? What about surgery for weight loss? **Tune in for 2 new episodes each month! Like what you hear and want to help us grow? Please rate and review this podcast so we can reach more people living with diabetes!** ★ Support this podcast ★
In this episode, I discuss blood glucose regulation and diabetes with Type 1 Diabetes specialist Dr. Jody Stanislaw. We cover: How do you define sugar? The importance of blood glucose Thyroid hormone and the regulation of blood sugar Insulin and why it is so important and not the villain people make it out to be What are the health consequences of a high-sugar diet? What tips do you have to avoid sugar? More ... About Dr. Jody: Dr. Jody Stanislaw received her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine in 2007, is a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, and has lived with type 1 diabetes since the age of 7. Her TEDx talk, Sugar is Not a Treat, has over 2 million views. From her 40 years of personal & 10 years of professional experience with T1D, she teaches life-changing information about how to successfully manage type 1 that standard medical care often leaves out. Her virtual consulting practice allows T1Ds all over the world to work with her. In addition to focusing on improving one's diabetes, as a holistic physician, she also supports patients with critical lifestyle areas such as diet, exercise, sleep, and emotional health. Website: www.drjodynd.com TedTalk: https://youtu.be/tic7X3ET4gE
This is a bitesize episode of 'The insuleoin Podcast - Redefining Diabetes'. Each week we'll take a look back into the archive of episodes and get you to think and reflective once more about some of the things we've learned over the past few years. In this week's BITESIZE:Summiting Mt. Everest as a T1D.You're only half way.Sending a message of hope to T1Ds around the world.To hear the full episode check out episode #61: Climbing Mount Everest with Type 1 Diabetes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to this week's podcast, and happy February! In this episode, I discuss a concept I came up with for T1Ds that we can use to transform and become empowered by our diabetes. This concept is inspired by Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and has four levels. From the bottom up, these levels are… Self-prioritization and Union of DiabetesAutonomy and Trusting Yourself Regulating EmotionsConsistency, Repetition, and AdaptabilityListen to this episode to learn how to work through these levels to lower your A1C and increase your time in range! Apply for 1:1 T1D coaching HERE.Sign up for our A1C Masterclass HERE. Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.RESOURCES FOR YOU:Get more T1D tips with this free download HERE.Join the Risely T1D community in our free Facebook group HERE. Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor, the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation. Stay up to date on all the DRIF news by becoming a DRI Insider here. New DRIF Newsletter subscribers will receive an exclusive FREE resource from Risely Health! Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
Today, we have Christina Roth on the show! Christina is the CEO of the Diabetes Link, formally known as the College Diabetes Network. The Diabetes Link is a national nonprofit organization that specializes in helping teens and young adults navigate their diabetes. They have served an estimated 12,000 young adults nationwide with peer support, expert resources, scholarships, and more!Christina has been living with type one diabetes for over 20 years. The isolation she felt as a college student with T1D inspired her to create The Diabetes Link in 2009 as a way to address the unique challenges that specifically college students face. In this episode we discuss… Christina's personal experience as a teenager growing up with diabetesShifting dynamics between parents of and young adults with T1Ds during transitory periods like moving out or going to college Boundaries with numbers, and the importance of independence… and so much more! This episode is a fantastic listen for parents of teens and young adults to listen to, or really anyone in their late teens or early 20s living with type one diabetes. Learn more about The Diabetese Link HERE. Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.RESOURCES FOR YOU: Get support with your mindset around T1D HERELearn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
In this week's episode, we have Registered Dietician and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist Diana Mesa on the pod! Diana has a passion for practicing from a non-diet approach to address the impact of insulin resistance, gut health, and stress on her patients' health and blood sugars. She helps her clients connect with their intuition and apply mindfulness to their relationship with food and body while enjoying the foods they grew up eating. There's so much to learn in this conversation.In this episode, we discuss…Patterns we've witnessed people doing over and over with their diets that don't workHow cutting out cultural foods that are a part of family traditions can be disempowering for your mindset as a T1DLooking beyond the number on the scale for health and confidence How we as T1Ds can perpetuate certain type two diabetes stigmas I do want to give a trigger warning that we do talk about weight, diets, and body image. So please skip this if you are not in a good place to explore these topics.WHERE TO FIND DIANA: Visit Diana's Website HERE.Follow Diana's on Instagram HERE.Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.RESOURCES FOR YOU: Get support with your mindset around T1D HERELearn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
Welcome to this week's podcast! Today I'm getting really vulnerable with you and sharing my experience with one of the worst low blood sugars I've had in years. Along with this story, I'll provide three tips that I've learned throughout my diabetes journey to help you bounce back from these types of low blood sugar incidents. Whether intentional or unintentional, as T1Ds we are used to hiding the daily ups and downs that we experience from the people around us. This is part of why it can feel like diabetes is such an invisible condition because there's so much that we do daily that no one knows about. My hope is that you can take the lessons from this podcast and apply them to your own life with diabetes, so you feel less alone and more equipped to manage your lows. Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes. RESOURCES FOR YOU:Get more T1D tips with this free download HERE.Join the Risely T1D community in our free Facebook group HERE. Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor, the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation. Stay up to date on all the DRIF news by becoming a DRI Insider here. New DRIF Newsletter subscribers will receive an exclusive FREE resource from Risely Health! Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
Competitive weightlifter Marylynne Allen joins us to talk about how to weightlift as a T1D. Diagnosed as an adult, she shares her struggles with re-learning how to exercise with T1D, and her encouragement for all T1Ds who are interested in learning how to weightlift. Support the showWhat to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram Follow us on TikTok
Do you know how to handle the ups and downs of the T1D rollercoaster? Listen for a deep dive on our top 5 mindset tools for people with type 1 diabetes: Curiosity / Questioning Awareness Experimentation & Trying New Things Reflection / Introspection Allowing Support the showWhat to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram Follow us on TikTok
"Breathing fresh air into diabetes education," how good does this sound? This is exactly what the Canadian charity and diabetes education group, Connected in Motion, is doing. They are people with Type 1 diabetes who share a vision to create a culture of support & engagement in diabetes self-management through peer-based experiential diabetes education, sport, and outdoor adventure. In this episode, Julie De Vos from Connected in Motion, tells us about her diabetes journey and how her passion for travel and the outdoors have come together to play a role in how she serves and supports the T1D community today. Julie shares all about the magic of spending a weekend outdoors with a group of supportive T1Ds, upcoming trip opportunities and how to get connected with the Connected in Motion community where ever you are in the world! Resources for this episode: Hang out with Julie on IG https://www.instagram.com/jadevos/ Check out Connected in Motion's website: https://www.connectedinmotion.ca/ and on IG: https://www.instagram.com/connectedinmotion/ Join us inside the Keeping it 100 Diabetes Coaching Experience: https://calendly.com/needlesandspoons/keeping-it-100-val?month=2022-12 Grab the Keeping it 100 Diabetes Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BB5ZL6R8?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Check out our blog: https://bit.ly/3AkABcm Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3hMqhU9 Check out our free resource hub: https://bit.ly/3tF2tnC Try Skin Grip and use the code "LISSIE" at skingrip.com Check out our favorite products: https://www.amazon.com/shop/needlesandspoons_?ref=ac_inf_tb_vh *Disclaimer: Nothing inside of Keeping it 100 Radio or our resources is intended as medical advice. Always consult a physician before making changes to your insulin doses, diet or general wellness.
In season 9 episode 13, Emily speaks with Christina Roth-Sleeper, the founder of Diabetes Link, former College Diabetes Network, to discuss resources for type 1 diabetics, going into a career focusing on diabetes, and how you can get involved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mike is one of my favorite T1Ds! Every time I speak to him, I am inspired! He was last on the show in January 2022 - I highly recommend that you listen to his original episode first: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fast-life-with-diabetes-intermittent-fasting/id1601043790?i=1000548343514He has been fasting since November 2020 and has dramatically improved his health. In addition to shedding over 160lbs, Mike has maintained an A1c in the low 5s. He is constantly tweaking his fasting, diet, and exercise regimes. We delve into what he has been up to since we last spoke and he explains how things have changed for him since going from a weight loss to a maintenance mindset.What he has been able to accomplish in 2 years is nothing short of amazing!
Do you have these three essential beliefs? While we can never achieve "perfection" with T1D, these beliefs are the foundation of a good T1D experience. I believe type 1 diabetes gives us the opportunity to have better lives than ever before, but if you don't have these three beliefs, you're kinda hamstrung from the start. Dive into just why you need to believe that a good experience is possible, that it's possible for you, and that the metrics do not define your worth as a T1D.Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episodeFollow us on Instagram: @thisistype1podFollow us on TikTok: @thisistype1Follow Colleen on Instagram: @inspiredforwardFollow Jessie on Instagram: @jj_crystalkatGo straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resourcesJoin The Half-Dead Pancreas Club, Colleen's private T1D Community without the noise of social media!Support the show
This week we're coming to you with a short, sweet, and to-the-point episode about the top five reasons why so many people with diabetes struggle with their mental health.We can talk about the glycemic index, diet, and exercise all day long, but the biggest thing that is going to create the most change in how you're experiencing your life with T1D is improving your mental health. In this episode, I'll discuss…Tangible ways that you can decrease the stress and anxiety that surrounds your diabetesWhy it's so essential to reduce feelings of resentment and increase feelings of acceptance.How to get to a place where you feel empowered with your T1D Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.RESOURCES FOR YOU: Get more T1D tips with this free download HERE. Start supporting your mental health with our essential series HERE. Join the Risely T1D community in our free Facebook group HERE. Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
If you are a type 1 diabetic struggling to live the life you know you deserve, then this episode is for you! Colleen Mitchel, a life coach for women with type 1 diabetes and podcast host of This is Type 1, joins me this week. We have an empowering discussion about not being chained to your weight, your blood sugar, or any diagnosis your doctors may have given you. Colleen shares her journey through a 60-lb weight loss, and she shares mindset tools that can help you through your journey as well. Colleen has created an amazing community for type 1 diabetics to meet face-to-face over video. If you're living with type 1 diabetes, this is a place for you to build relationship with other T1Ds, learn mindset tools (some of which you learned in this interview), have a place to share your feelings about T1D without judgment from doctors, family, or internet advice givers, and to collaborate with other T1Ds to solve T1D problems and design experiments to improve your life. If you're interested, sign up at https://www.inspiredforward.com/community If you're not a T1D but want a similar community to talk about your weight, join us in Nourish Yourself, my flagship coaching program: www.wayzahealth.com/nourish-yourself.
"Frantic post-diagnosis Googling." That's how Will Jennette describes what he did after he learned he had T1D at the end of high school, and the results led him to College Diabetes Network. Will, along with colleague Mary Jane Roche, share the benefits of communities for young T1Ds, and how to start a College Diabetes Network chapter at your school.Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episodeFollow us on Instagram: @thisistype1podFollow us on TikTok: @thisistype1Follow Colleen on Instagram: @inspiredforwardFollow Jessie on Instagram: @jj_crystalkatGo straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resourcesWant to learn more about Type 1 Confidence, the coaching program designed for you to take back control of your life from type 1 diabetes? Watch the free video here.Support the show
In this week's episode, I sat down with Dr. Sandra Sobel, our first ever doctor on the show! Dr. Sandra Indacochea Sobel is an Endocrinologist with additional board certifications in Lifestyle Medicine and Obesity Medicine. Dr. Sobel's clinical interests are in conditions of insulin resistance, including type one and type two diabetes management, obesity management, metabolic syndrome, and pre-diabetes. She is passionate about women's health, including the management of diabetes during pregnancy, PCOS, and menopause.Dr. Sobel is also the CEO of Summon Health, a direct endocrine clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, focused on personalized and comprehensive medical delivery of metabolic health conditions. Dr. Sobel founded Summon Health after recognizing the consistent need to spend more time with patients during visits to not only review labs and prescribe medicines, but to cover important and personalized lifestyle interventions for maximizing health. In this episode we discuss… The main challenges that Dr. Sobel has witnessed with the diabetes healthcare model that directly prevent people with T1D from getting the outcomes they desireWays to overcome those healthcare challenges and potentially change the outcomes The impact that nutrition, sleep, stress, and exercise all play in your blood sugar patternsWe also talk about PCOS, hormones, and so much more.Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.RESOURCES FOR YOU: For understanding hormones and T1D HEREFor nutrition strategies and meal plan HEREFor increasing insulin sensitivity HEREDisclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
The topic of today's episode really lights me up. It's not just talking about A1C in general that lights me up but more so diving into the tangible steps to focus on at every level.Here's the thing: Everyone has their unique, personal journey with diabetes, AND… in the past 7 years of working with T1Ds, I've learned that many of us have similar experiences and challenges while trying to lower our A1Cs. So, in this episode we're going to discuss exactly where your focus needs to be based on your current A1C and break down the tangible next steps you need to take to achieve your goal.BONUS! Two exciting opportunities we have going on this week: This Saturday, July 23, 2022, we are having a FREE, in-person T1D meetup in NYC. If you're in the tri-state area, come spend some time with me and other T1Ds! RSVP HERELast week we held our A1C Shift and Insulin Sensitivity Masterclass. Over 1,000 people have registered so far. We are offering it again Wednesday, July 20th at 8pm EST and Thursday, July 21st at 12pm EST. Save your (free) seat HERE. Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.RESOURCES FOR YOU: More T1D tips HERE. Access our Cornerstone Classes HERE.Grab your own Diabetic Health Journal HERE.Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES – THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy PettusTop Tips from Endos for T1Ds – Featuring Tricia Santos, MD, and Schafer Boeder, MDQuestions We'll Cover in This Episode :• What are things we're always telling our patients with T1D? carbs• What are your recommendations for diet? Cardio vs. weight lifting • What are your exercise recommendations for exercise?• What are your recommendations for technology/devices? Hybrid closed loop• What are your tips for bolusing?• How should you react to trend arrows? • What are your recommendations for CGM alerts?Donut video: https://tcoyd.org/vv-t1d-nutrition/#yV-fZVFoZAIPizza challenge: https://tcoyd.org/vv-t1d-nutrition/#eaKnv3C5QxAAlcohol challenge: https://tcoyd.org/vv-t1d-nutrition/#oe6fZeLG6dsExercise challenge: https://tcoyd.org/vv-t1d-exercise/#GMKD52ACIYQDr. Irl Hirsch hybrid closed loop: https://youtu.be/cILAWrV8zPA **Tune in for a new episode on the last Monday of every month! Like what you hear and want to help us grow? Please rate and review this podcast so we can reach more people living with diabetes!**★ Support this podcast ★
Lucie Fisher, host of The Fast Life with Diabetes, shares her experience from being diagnosed at 17, all the way through intermittent fasting. Lucie interviews T1Ds and T2Ds about their experiences with fasting and all the health benefits that come from it. Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episodeFollow us on Instagram: @thisistype1podFollow us on TikTok: @thisistype1Follow Colleen on Instagram: @inspiredforwardFollow Jessie on Instagram: @jj_crystalkatGo straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resourcesWant to learn more about Type 1 Confidence, the coaching program designed for you to take back control of your life from type 1 diabetes? Watch the free video here.Support the show
Ben Shabad, a T1D Licensed Professional Counselor, shares firsthand knowledge and training in psychotherapy to help other T1Ds. Having grown up with T1D, Ben knows how stressful, challenging, and demanding it is to manage. Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episodeGo straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resourcesWant to learn more about Type 1 Confidence, the coaching program designed for you to take back control of your life from type 1 diabetes? Watch the free video here.Support the show
In this week's episode, I'm joined by Bridget Wood to discuss forming a healthy relationship with food as T1Ds. We dive into our own personal histories with food, struggles with perfectionism, and our relationship with food now. Bridget is a licensed dietician, nutritionist, and CDCES based in Nevada who has been living with type one diabetes since she was a senior in high school. In this episode, we talk about… Questioning our beliefs surrounding food and T1DFinding that fine line between having in-range blood sugars and preventing future complications not just on a physical level, but also on a mental levelChasing straight line CGM graph lines and if that is even attainableThe importance of competent cultural care with type one diabetes and foodI am so excited to share this talk with Bridget because I feel that it's important to hear from diabetes healthcare professionals who live with type one diabetes themselves. Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise! Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor Diabetes Research Institute. Learn more about their upcoming Bike Ride event HERE RESOURCES FOR YOU: For ways to lower your A1C starting now HEREFor nutrition strategies and meal plan HEREFor reducing highs and lows during exercise HEREDisclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.
The highs and lows of diabetes impact work and productivity, both in an employment setting and in school. In this episode, we discuss what that looks like, things within a company's or school's control to help T1Ds, and ultimately what you can do for yourself to be as productive as possible with type 1 diabetes. Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episodeGo straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resourcesWant to learn more about Type 1 Confidence, the coaching program designed for you to take back control of your life from type 1 diabetes? Watch the free video here.Support the show
This is episode 68 of the Sugar Mama's Podcast and today I am chatting with my very good friend, Shannan Critzer. Shannan is a 5th grade teacher, mom to a truly amazing young lady living with type 1 diabetes, and she is just a wonderful, kind and funny human being. Shannan shares with us today what it is like to have your T1D participate in a MAJOR clinical research trial testing the drug, Teplizumab. For those of you who haven't heard of Teplizumab in the type one research space, it is an IV infused drug that has shown great promise in protecting and prolonging the insulin producing life of beta cells of newly diagnosed T1Ds as well as those who may have the auto antibody markers and are trying to delay or even prevent clinical onset of type 1 diabetes. It's truly fascinating. I know you are going to enjoy this interview with Shannan! Enjoy! Want to contact Shannan and discuss clinical research trials?! Find her in Instagram @scritzer711PRODUCT FEATURE OF THE WEEK! If you need an item of clothing that will allow your child to securely keep their phone and other gadgets on them at all times, you've got to check out these Fabletics On-the-go high-waisted 6" short with Powerhold Fabric. Sign up for their VIP membership to get these shorts for $12 a pair! SUPPORT THE SHOW! Buy Me a CoffeeSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sugarmama)
Part 2 of Eoin's chat with Martin Santise (@martinsantise).Martin was diagnosed with T1D at the age of 22, and admittedly found it extremely difficult to initially cope with the diagnosis. He found himself in a ‘very dark place' for the first 6 months of his Diabetic life and thought his ‘normal' life was completely over.Following a very tough and honest conversation that Martin had with himself, he flipped his perspective around, worked on his mental and physical health with Diabetes, and has since become a coach and advocate for other T1Ds all around the world.Martin's insight, experience and perspective on life with T1D are incredibly valuable, and we know you will take some gold from hearing his story.As always, be sure to rate, comment, subscribe and share. Your interaction and feedback really helps the podcast. The more Diabetics that we reach, the bigger impact we can make!Questions & Stories for the Podcast?:theinsuleoinpodcast@gmail.comConnect, Learn & Work with Eoin:https://linktr.ee/insuleoin Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this week's episode Eoin chats with Martin Santise (@martinsantise).Martin was diagnosed with T1D at the age of 22, and admittedly found it extremely difficult to initially cope with the diagnosis. He found himself in a ‘very dark place' for the first 6 months of his Diabetic life and thought his ‘normal' life was completely over.Following a very tough and honest conversation that Martin had with himself, he flipped his perspective around, worked on his mental and physical health with Diabetes, and has since become a coach and advocate for other T1Ds all around the world.Martin's insight, experience and perspective on life with T1D are incredibly valuable, and we know you will take some gold from hearing his story.As always, be sure to rate, comment, subscribe and share. Your interaction and feedback really helps the podcast. The more Diabetics that we reach, the bigger impact we can make!Questions & Stories for the Podcast?:theinsuleoinpodcast@gmail.comConnect, Learn & Work with Eoin:https://linktr.ee/insuleoin Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mark Heyman is a clinical diabetes psychologist and a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) who has been living with type 1 diabetes for about 23 years. Mark has dedicated his practice to helping other T1Ds with the mental and emotional challenges that come with managing diabetes on a constant, daily basis. Mark is also the author of a JUST released book called Diabetes Sucks and You Can Handle It! Now... if that's not a title we can all relate to I don't know what is! Listen in today as Mark shares more about his role as a diabetes psychologist living with T1D and gives listeners a sneak peek of what's inside the new book! Be sure to check out the links below to know where you can grab a copy of Mark's book and find him on the web! Enjoy! Mark's book: Diabetes Sucks and Yo uCan Handle It!Mark's Website: The Diabetes PsychologistADA website to locate a mental health professional near you with experience in diabetes Type One Together Ukraine Donation Insulin Magnet to help get supplies to T1Ds in Ukraine Support the show through Buy Me a Coffee!**Buy me a Coffee is a no strings attached way to support the show! Every donation given, whether it is a one time gift or a monthly membership, goes to making this podcast come to life each and every week. It helps fund things like the physical and virtual equipment needed to produce a podcast such as a website (I use Podpage), a recording platform (I use Squadcast), a podcast hosting platform (I use Buzzsprout) and editing software ( I use Descript). I truly appreciate support from listeners like you so, from teh very bottom of my insulin cartridge, thank you! Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sugarmama)
You have probably heard about DIY “looping” for insulin dosing decisions, but how exactly does it work? It can be difficult to know where to start if you're interested in building your own "artificial pancreas". Certain equipment is required, you need to build an app, learn to use a new system and ultimately fine tune your insulin settings. Although it sounds complicated, it's really not! Looping has increased in popularity over the years and there are thousands of T1Ds using the system. In this Huddle, we'll be speaking with three individuals who will share the ins-and-outs of looping with you! This Huddle will be led by Logan McLean, featuring guests Lee Anne White and Jennifer Miller, all of whom are well-versed with looping. They will share their own experiences and challenges with this system, as well as tips and strategies to ensure you are able to loop safely. You will learn all about how the system works and what you need to get yourself started. Over 18 and interested in sharing your experiences living with type 1? Register to attend a live huddle at www.t1dhuddle.com
Brett Cox came to fasting for the health benefits and his list of these benefits is LONG! Brett is someone that has taken his health into his own hands and he has a unique approach to his T1D management.Brett also has a Facebook group that is a valuable resource for T1Ds called "Fasting with Type 1 Diabetes." Great group - check it out!
Lauren Bongiorno, Founder and CEO of Risely Health, talks about the health coaching company for T1Ds that is disrupting the healthcare system.She shares the summary of her "three lives" with T1D, and her journey from obsessing about having the perfect blood sugars to being at peace with how her body works.Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episodeGo straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resourcesWant to learn more about Type 1 Confidence, the coaching program designed for you to take back control of your life from type 1 diabetes? Watch the free video here.Support the show (https://www.inspiredforward.com/kofi)
I'm back with Adrienne this week! Since both Adrienne and I have a pool in our backyard and are dealing with swimming and our T1Ds all the time, we're going to shoot the breeze a bit today to discuss what's worked for her and what's worked for us. Hopefully some of our strategies will help you brainstorm what you could possibly do differently to be successful in and around water.Plus, we get to hear all about their diabetic alert dog, Sherlock, and her second children's book, Sherlock has the Nose. WHERE YOU CAN FIND ADRIENNEYou can find Adrienne on Instagram at @teamlondont1d You can find Adrienne on Facebook at Team London T1DYou can find her book, Sherlock has the Nose, by clicking HEREYou can find her first book, London's Low Carb Life, by clicking HEREWHERE YOU CAN FIND ME AND THE PODCASTOn the web! www.sugarmamaspodcast.comOn Instagram: @sugarmamaspodcastOn our Facebook Page: Sugar Mama's PodcastIn our Facebook Group: Sugar Mama's Podcast FB GroupEmail me with questions and requests at: sugarmamaspodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sugarmama)
The One Thing Podcast welcomes Type 1 Diabetes specialist Dr. Jody Stanislaw to discuss her holistic approach to helping Type 1 Diabetes with blood sugar management and more. (Please see Dr. Jody's social links and bio below) The show outline is as follows: (0:00) opening (0:42) Show Intro (3:07) Difference between: Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes (9:13) Beta Cell Reserve (10:12) Pre-screening for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) (13:01) Environmental Triggers for TID (14:58) The daily life of a Type 1 Diabetic (17:24) Insulin Injection and Insulin Pumps (17:45) The Basic Factors of Blood Glucose Management (21:52) TID Myths (24:43) Behavioral and Psychological Aspects of T1D (27:39) What's Lacking in conventional T1D care (33:40) The Dawn Phenomenon (42:13) Dr. Jody's Pillars of Health (46:47) Sleep and Blood Sugar (49:27)Hormonal aspects of Blood Sugar (50:16) Innovations in T1D (54:26) Dr. Jody's online programs and consulting practice overview (1:01:06) Closing About Dr. Stanislaw: Dr. Jody Stanislaw received her Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine in 2007, is a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, and has lived with type 1 diabetes since the age of 7. Her TEDx talk, Sugar is Not a Treat, has over 2 million views. Her consulting practice is exclusively for people with Type 1 diabetes and is virtual. She has patients in over 10 countries. In addition to teaching patients how to improve their blood sugars, she also supports patients with critical lifestyle areas such as diet, exercise, sleep, and emotional health. (....Once Covid hit, after being struck by all the fear and negativity that was going around the world, she was moved to make a positive impact in some way. She decided to start doing inspirational Facebook Lives everyday M-F to share optimism and tips for how we with T1D can stay healthy and positive in these challenging times. She has done over 150 FB lives since March 2020 and is now reaching more T1Ds than ever before. Her videos have thousands of views, and more and more T1Ds are sending her testimonials about how much her content has helped them....) From her 40+ years of personal plus professional experience with type 1 diabetes, she teaches life-changing information about how to successfully manage this complex condition that standard medical care often leaves out. She has private programs, online courses, and a monthly T1D training program. For more info, visit: www.DrJodyND.com Dr. Jody's Social Links https://www.drjodynd.com https://www.facebook.com/DrJodyT1D https://www.facebook.com/drjody.stanislaw https://www.youtube.com/user/DrJodyND https://www.instagram.com/type1.dr.jody.nd/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jody-stanislaw-108436a https://twitter.com/DrJodyND --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/adam-rinde/message
Kristina Loskarjova was diagnosed at age 3 with type 1 diabetes. She joins us to talk about entrepreneurship, growing up with parents who taught her that nothing can hold her back.Her book, Yes You Can, tells the stories of multiple T1Ds who proved that they can do whatever they set their minds to.Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episodeGo straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resourcesReady to take the next step? Sign up for a free 60-minute life coaching consultJoin my free Facebook groupSupport the show (https://www.inspiredforward.com/kofi)
In this episode, Dr. Grady and Dr. Garrett discuss the benefits of having the plethora of data that a CGM can give you, but not just for T1Ds but also for Type 2 Diabetics and NON-diabetics as well. We also get into what the costs of these devices cost and what that might look like in a healthcare setting for a type 2 diabetic or a non-diabetic looking to optimize their metabolic health. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST For more Diabuddies content visit our website https://thediabuddies.com/ Follow us on: The Diabuddies Podcast Facebook page. Twitter: @TheDiabuddies Instagram: @thediabuddiespodcast You can email us at TheDiabuddiesPodcast@gmail.com Time Stamps 0:25 - Introduction: Why Are CGMs Useful? 5:05 - Why would a type 2 diabetic want to use a CGM? 15:35 - Who needs a CGM and who should get a CGM 23:25 - Using the CGM to tailor your care more specifically to what works for you 25:43 - How expensive are CGMs 38:21 - Are CGMs useful for non-diabetics?
In this episode, Dr. Grady and Dr. Garrett have the pleasure of interviewing a truly inspiring T1D Don Muchow. Don recently completed a run across America (Disneyland to Disney World)!! We dive deep into the nitty-gritty of how he was able to accomplish such a journey as a diabetic. What challenges he faced and how he overcame them and his passion for helping T1Ds overcome the fear of exercising for fear of lows. If you would like to learn more about Don's run you can visit his website which has a detailed account of the entire journey. https://t1determined.org/ If you would like to contact Don you can email him at: donsolo@t1determined.org PLEASE SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST For more Diabuddies content visit our website https://thediabuddies.com/ Follow us on: The Diabuddies Podcast Facebook page. Twitter: @TheDiabuddies Instagram: @thediabuddiespodcast You can email us at TheDiabuddiesPodcast@gmail.com Time Stamps 0:25 - Introduction: How Did You Decide To Run From Disneyland To Disney World? 3:47 - How and why did you start running in your 40s? 11:16 - How Don handles “stress” high blood sugars 14:20 - What diabetic tech do you use to accomplish and ultra run successfully 20:44 - Glucagon (The Liquid Wall) - Don's Experience with glucagon during a long run 29:38 - What is it like to run across the country? 42:27 - Having ZERO scary lows while running across country and safely managing highs 50:30 - Overcoming the fear of exercise as a diabetic and living with diabetes, not against it. 1:00:42 - What was it like growing up with diabetes in the 70s? 1:07:03 - The tough job of managing diabetes despite having today's technology 1:12:06 - The specifics of setting a transcontinental record 1:18:13 - What is next for Don? And closing remarks.
We know mental health support should be an integral part of treatment for T1D. But what does this really mean? If we only think about mental health support and treatment as sitting in a therapist's office once a week, we are doing everyone with T1D a great disservice. We have to get creative and think outside the box when addressing the mental health needs of people with T1D. On this episode of The Diabetes Psychologist podcast, I talk about how we can reimagine mental health treatment support for people with T1D. I take a deep dive into what people with T1D really need and how they can get their mental health needs met without therapy. Here are some of the resources I talked about in this episode: Think Like a Pancreas Bright Spots and Landmines Taking Control of Your Diabetes College Diabetes Network Beyond Type 1 Tu Diabetes Find out more about The Diabetes Psychologist at www.thediabetespsychologist.com and on Instagram @thediabetespsychologist.
If you've ever wanted to learn more about the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), then this episode is for you! Katie, your host, speaks with Brooks Biagini, JDRF Market Director for Northern Florida, and Andrea Carlile, a JDRF "super volunteer" who is working hard to bring awareness to the research the JDRF is funding and clinical trials that are taking place now. Listen as we discuss some of the exciting and groundbreaking research JDRF is supporting, fundraising opportunities that you can be a part of, getting connected to other T1D families through JDRF, and what it means to be a JDRF advocate. Both Brooks and Andrea are passionate about JDRF's mission to fund the research that makes the lives of T1Ds and their caregivers easier and, of course, the research that is working towards a cure for Type 1 Diabetes. Take a listen to find out more! And see the links below to learn more, support JDRF's efforts and get involved yourself! See links below to many of JDRF's websites/pages:JDRF homepage: www.jdrf.orgJDRF Impact (to learn more about the research): https://www.jdrf.org/impact/research/JDRF Advocacy Program: https://www.jdrf.org/impact/advocacy/JDRF One Walk (get involved and help raise funds!): https://www2.jdrf.org/site/SPageServer?pagename=walk_homepageJDRF Fundraise Your Way! https://www2.jdrf.org/site/SPageServer?pagename=diy_homepageTo learn more about Teplizumab (mentioned in this episode) check out this episode from The Juicebox Podcast: https://www.juiceboxpodcast.com/episodes/jbp452Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sugarmama)
Today's episode is with the digital creator Nicole from Indianapolis, USA. She is a type 1 diabetic artist, who is sharing the highs and lows of diabetes through illustration by mainly portraying other T1Ds. Nicole and I talk about, how she got started, where she gets her inspiration from and, at the very end, how you can get your picture illustrated. Her work is truly empowering and her slogans down to earth and real. I am going to describe some of her illustrations briefly in our discussion. You can find those drawings on my blog https://thehappytypeone.com/blogcastseason4/ or through my instagram bio link, if you like to have a look, while listening to the episode. ✨✨BONUS✨✨ I am planning to run a giveaway on my instagram profiles soon, so you can get your personal picture illustrated. Definitely keep an eye out for that on instagram! Follow Nicole on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicole.k.buchanan/ Check out my blogcast for past episodes https://thehappytypeone.com/blogcastseason4/. There you can also find an additional FREE downloads and many other free resources including blood glucose friendly recipes! If you are struggling or want to take your health to the next level, send me a message or write me on instagram. I'm excited hearing from you! https://www.instagram.com/thehappytypeone/ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you enjoy the show and would like to support me, please subscribe & leave a loving review on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-happy-type-one/id1516681389 This helps massively to run this free podcast for you!
Happy-go-lucky @Jackabetic, with a different take on life and diabetes thanks to growing up in a family of T1Ds, is taking us on his crazy journey with diabetes. How it is like to find out within a time frame of 2 years that more than a quarter of the family have diabetes? How can you approach diabetes while you already know the game and how one can predict he has diabetes? This podcast is brought to you by Not Just a Patch - https://notjustapatch.com/
This is Episode 3 of a 6-part series talking about how to overcome the biggest mental health challenges of living with T1D. In this episode, we talk to Adelina Pink about the mental health challenges of being diagnosed with T1D as an adult. Adelina was diagnosed with T1D in March 2019 when she was 31 years old, and she runs Project NEWBET1C, a non-profit funded by online sales of apparel designed by fellow Type 1s that helps newly diagnosed T1Ds get access to helpful educational resources. A T1D diagnosis it tough at any age, but being diagnosed as an adult comes with some unique challenges. Adelina talks about how, with the support of the T1D community, she has faced these challenges head-on and come away stronger. You can find Adelina on Instagram @t1daddy. Find out more about The Diabetes Psychologist at www.thediabetespsychologist.com and on Instagram @thediabetespsychologist.
Back to school is stressful for families touched by diabetes, even without this year's incredible and unique challenges. There’s a new service in development to help make it just a little easier to let someone else take care of your child. Bob Weishar is the founder of a new company called Invincible. We’ll find out more about what he hopes to do and how this teaching and communication tool might help. Check out Stacey's book: The World's Worst Diabetes Mom! In Tell Me Something Good.. graduations.. zip lining and sky diving! This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider. Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group! Sign up for our newsletter here ----- Use this link to get one free download and one free month of Audible, available to Diabetes Connections listeners! ----- Get the App and listen to Diabetes Connections wherever you go! Click here for iPhone Click here for Android Episode Transcription: Stacey Simms :00 Diabetes Connections is brought to you by One Drop created for people with diabetes by people who have diabetes, and by Dexcom, take control of your diabetes and live life to the fullest with Dexcom. Stacey Simms 0:23 This week, even in normal times back to school is stressful for families touched by diabetes. But there's something new in development to help make it just a little bit easier to let somebody else take care of your child. Bob Weishar0:34 And when you're trusting other people to do that, there's bumps along the way. And I think that's one of our goals is really to develop that trust with school with grandparents with other places that kids go so that families don't need to worry so much and then kids can just go about their lives and have fun wherever they are. Stacey Simms 0:52 That's Bob Weishar, the founder of a new service called invincible. We'll find out more about what he hopes to do and how this teaching and communication tool might help in Tell me something good graduations, zip lining and skydiving. This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider. Welcome to another week of the show. I'm so glad to have you along. If you are new, we aim to educate and inspire by sharing stories of connection. My son was diagnosed with type one right before he turned two. He is now 15. And like many of you, I have been back and forth and back and forth and up and down about school. I have a high school sophomore. That's Benny and I have a college sophomore and I'll talk about my daughter in just a moment and her plans. But boy school this year will look like nothing any of us have experienced before. our school system as I am taping just changed the plans and I'm sure they will change again. But here's what happened. We live in the Charlotte Mecklenburg school system Mecklenburg is our town County. This is an enormous school system with 150,000 kids. It's geographically large. It's a metropolitan city Charlotte with lots and lots of suburbs. I grew up just outside of New York City. And if you are from the northeast or probably other parts of the country, but definitely the Northeast, the school districts are tiny, right? They have a couple of thousand kids, maybe 10 15,000 kids, and then each town has their own system. We had the Yorktown school system where I grew up a couple of elementary schools, one or two middle schools and one high school. So you know, making decisions for a much smaller district, very different than making decisions for this gigantic one. I was prepared to have a lot of patience to go along with the decisions made as long as I felt they were safe. And I knew they were gonna have lots and lots of options they had already been talking about this all summer about maybe hybrid maybe in person may be remote with the opportunity to opt out at any time. About a month ago, our school board announced the choices that they would be making. They had three plans a UBC a would be fully in person B would be hybrid c would be fully remote. And you also had a different option where you could opt into a Virtual Academy. And once you did that your child was online for the semester, no matter what the school decided to do, if they came back, if they went, it didn't matter, you're you were on line for the whole shebang. So we had to wait for the governor to decide what to do here in North Carolina. And once that option was made, our school district pulled the trigger on Plan B, but they called it B plus. And it was an option that hadn't been on the table until that night. Basically, it was in person for two weeks, and then virtual for further notice. And what they wanted to do is see the kids they wanted you'd only go in for two days. During those two weeks that they wanted to see the kids they felt like they had lost track of some kids again, it's a very large school district. They wanted to give the kids technology and just wanted to make sure that I guess kids weren't being lost in the shuffle was what they said. But just today, new ruling came no two weeks in school. That was the Not safe. We're all virtual. So virtual until further notice in Charlotte Mecklenburg. And I'm telling you this long story to illustrate what you're probably going through as well, so many different decisions, so many choices to be made. If your child is in a public school, or a charter school or private school, or you homeschool already, there's nothing easy about this. I'm going to come back after the interview, and talk a little bit more about my daughter's college plan, which I think is pretty amazing. And it's I wish our municipality had this, I feel like she's going to be safer there than even in our county. So I'll talk about that towards the end of the show. I feel like it's such a difficult time right now. And we're putting so much pressure on ourselves as parents. So before we jump into the interview, I just want to say two more things. One, if your child has a 504 or IEP, just remember, it's still valid even if you're in a virtual situation. I don't know exactly what that looks like. It's different kid to kids, certainly. But it is valid and I know that in our school district where they the plans are good for two years unless you want to make modifications. They will contact As the semester begins, so I know we'll be having a conversation a couple of weeks into August or September school here starts in the middle of August, which is, again, very different from how I grew up or school starts after Labor Day, but your 504 or your IEP, they are good, regardless of how school is happening. And the second part is deep breath. I was on a call recently with a teacher who lives with type one. So shout out to Rachel, and she told us and I want to pass this along to you, your child can always catch up on learning, but your child needs now is love, support, your confidence, your calmness, as calm as you can be, your child needs you to just be there to be supportive, to be helpful. And to help them get through a situation and you can be honest about it that nobody has faced, the grades will come back, the learning will come back. But if we could take a collective breath as a community and help our kids who already have so much on them, and we have so much on us with diabetes, I think really it'll be so much easier to get through and when we're finally through this month. We can see, okay, you need to learn this, you need to catch up on that. But we will not have sacrificed that love and that support. And if you are a teacher or school staff who decided to listen to this episode to see if you could learn something from it. I do the same thing to you. I say at the end of every episode, be kind to yourself, man. Oh, man, you gotta be under so much pressure right now. Be kind to yourself and let's just get through this as best we can together. Okay, invincible coming up. We're going to be talking about this new program. But first diabetes Connections is brought to you by One Drop, and One Drop is diabetes management for the 21st century. One Drop was designed by people with diabetes for people with diabetes. 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He shares that story and a lot more and joined me to talk about invincible Bob. Thanks for coming on. I'm really interested to learn more but but what a time to be talking about schools. Thanks for spending some time with us. Bob Weishar7:43 Yeah, really happy to be here. All right, Bob Weishar7:44 before we get into any questions about this school year, and how different it is going to be because I think most parents already feel that way. And let's just start what is invincible. Describe what this is all about. Bob Weishar7:55 Yeah, of course. So we started invincible really is our mission is to inspire kids with health issues. And we purposely picked a name that doesn't have health in the title. Because really, we think that there's a lot of opportunities that kids have with health issues to just live a normal life. But even more do do amazing things. And so, broadly speaking, that's our mission, obviously, there's a long way to go to reach that. And where we've actually started is, throughout the journeys that kids have is helping them in every stage. And so as kids grow up, we want to be able to help parents and their kids really grow. So we've actually started with schools and families as a place where kids spend most of their time when they're not at home. And we've been working for the past 12 months or so to really work with schools work with families to develop a product that connects them throughout the day and ultimately gets better care for kids and the support that they need, especially for elementary aged kids Stacey Simms 8:50 You were diagnosed as a college student though, and you don't have children with type one. How did you come up with the idea to do something like this? Bob Weishar 8:57 Yeah, it's well, a long time in the making. I think I was So I was diagnosed as a freshman in college in, I mean, I got to see firsthand what it was like to be kind of away from home on my own trying to figure this out. Luckily, I didn't go to the emergency room, I had kind of the symptoms I'm sure a lot of people have around just being alive and drink a lot of water, losing weight for college freshman was a weird thing. So that kind of took me off. But really, once I was diagnosed, went through all the struggles that I think families and lots of people go through when they're first diagnosed around just learning the disease and learning what to do. And I mean, I was just thinking about this the other day around, trying to go to a support group even and just seeing people that no one looked like me right and, and that really was kind of the place that I was meant to go learn and figure this out. And so that kind of stuck with me and that that planted the seed and it sounds weird now, but I always wanted to do something more with it than just manage my own condition and really after college got the opportunity to work on a couple different projects with some insulin manufacturers and develop some innovative programs around kind of chronic care. Management. So through there got the first itch to really apply my personal experience, but then also match it with professional. And then from there went to BigFoot biomedical. And so really, that's where between those couple of experiences got a lot of first hand experience around what to do what people need. But I always wanted to do something more, so Invincibles a long time in the making, and I give that backstory because it's there wasn't any one aha moment by any means. It's kind of 15 years in the making. I think I have lots of school presentations and things that the ideas kind of came as we went and really started it just as a way to figure out a way that we think that families and kids especially the support that they need, and go from there. Stacey Simms 10:41 What did you do at BigFoot, if I may ask? Bob Weishar10:42 Sure. Yeah, so I was a product manager and I was focused on the closed loop system. So started pretty early, early on there with the engineering team and built the product that went into Bob Weishar10:52 the clinical trial there. Again, as you said, there was no aha moment. But I know a lot of people who have worked or were working at the time of Bigfoot, and there are there are families They are right. There are adults with type one with children, but they were adults who have children with type 100%. No. Bob Weishar11:07 And Bigfoot was such a great place to really just be immersed in that in that world. And that was really the first time that I had been around more than one or two people at a time that that had been so directly affected by diabetes. And so being able to go to work every day with people that knew what they were doing. And I mean, my first week up big fight, I was actually trying the Dexcom for the first time, and I figured I might as well use technology, there's going to be a diabetes tech company, and just having all the tips and tricks and the people that knew what they're doing, but really just had being surrounded by people that were just so passionate for it was just such a great environment and such a great place to be. And so yeah, I think that that gave me such a great foundation to build from and grow with people in this community. Stacey Simms 11:48 So let's talk about invincible and what the vision is here. I have a child who's in high school who frankly, is at the stage where it's much more hands off, you know, but we went he was diagnosed at two we went into kindex gotten where you went to take care of preschool and then kindergarten. And as you know, and as most people listening know, there is so much that has to go on when you're trying to teach a school or maybe deal with a school that has no nurse or a part time nurse or a nurse who doesn't really know what it's like about type one, or who's overwhelmed by having 10 kids with type one, along with all the other kids that she has to take care of her he has to take care of. So I guess the first question I would ask you is, what are the problems with the difficulties that you're trying to help with? Because I know a bunch of them? Bob Weishar12:30 Yes, absolutely. So that was actually about the first six months of starting the company and figuring exactly that out. So as you know, a lot of parents have the horror stories, right of what happened at school and could be all age ranges, right. And lots of things happen. And diabetes is you know, it's just really tricky. So we started with schools. It's really just kind of a research project to figure out where can we help because we heard from a lot of families that school in particular, created a lot of frustration and I mean mix it in with kids are getting older and figuring out their own lives. We've actually spent the first six months really just going into schools and interviewing school nurses to find really their side of the story, because one of the key kind of hypotheses with it was that there aren't really bad nurses. There's just a lot of overworked nurses that are probably under resourced. So that's kind of what we went in with. And we didn't go in with too many assumptions, because we just wanted to learn and we kind of had the family side of the story from lots of interviews, and really just wanted to see what what is the school nurse side look like? And what does that look like, at the school setting? And so from a solution standpoint, as we start to think about this, it's really, when kids go to school, there's, there's so much going on, right? And schools are built to teach kids at the end of the day. And so what's ended up happening and what we saw in most schools is really, there's just very, very few health resources to deal with any sort of chronic health issue, especially type one diabetes. What we found is in the schools where where it works, usually it's a really just dedicated nurse who goes above and beyond. It's a family who's just leaning in and doing everything. They can A kid with just a great head on their shoulders. And I'll be honest, we saw that more often than not, we didn't see a lot of horror stories, but there's just it creates a lot of frustration for families, of course, that what they do at home can't be the same as what they do at school and, and that's what we're really trying to help is just bridge that gap between when kids are at home and families develop their routines to when they go to school. And one of the things we saw really early on was just all the paper notes and kind of process that that gets handled at school, that could just be so much easier. What we came up with is really starting to develop a way where families can start to get some of the information that's happening at school. So when kids are in the nurses office, and the nurses already giving them insulin and writing all this stuff down. We actually saw a lot of families exchanging like paper notebooks to have their kids carry around that just inherently bugged me. The last thing we want is his kids to be carrying a notebook around and feeling any more different than they might feel already. And so that was kind of the first place where we just said okay, this this is a very solvable piece of this And so that's where we've been working since is really starting to develop just those relationships with schools and families, and then a product that helps bridge that gap. Stacey Simms 15:06 So this is more than an app that takes place of my paper notebook, which by the way, I'm laughing as you said that because my son went back to daycare is a terrible parent. I am, he was not yet to. And he went back to daycare a week after we got home from the hospital, because my assumption was, they taught me the dummy who knew nothing about diabetes, I can teach these wonderful educators and caregivers who probably know a lot more than I do about children anyway. And they did and they were wonderful. And boy, we'll be lucky. But we had paper going back and forth. Of course, this was 2006 2007. But we had that piece of paper that the daycare center does, you know, oh, your child was nice. Today, your child went to the potty at this time. And your child's blood sugar was also this, like we just wrote it on the same piece of paper. Yep. Yeah. But I assume it's more than an app because there's lots and lots of blood sugar logging apps that tell me about the education component that you've mentioned a couple times. Bob Weishar15:57 So really, I mean, I think this probably goes back to that first experience that I had to go into a support group and what it takes. So we've developed first is really just the basics content. Our target audience for that is anyone who might be supporting a kid with type one. So think teachers think school staff, think grandparents or friends and family that need to know at least the basic information to keep kids safe. Our spin on it isn't typical diabetes, you might see we want to make it fun and really friendly so that maybe a kid could use it but especially a grandparent doesn't have to be terrified of it and a teacher can do it on our break so that she has the information that she needs and isn't scared. That's what it's about for and really what we've developed as a foundation to develop a lot of different content beyond that, we're really starting with the basics so that kids have just the basic level of support that they need at that school but then also what those other places Stacey Simms 16:50 Can you share a little bit about what it looks like right as a school pay for it. Does the school have to meet with you what why don't you know what what is really I know a lot of this might be proprietary but No, no, Bob Weishar17:00 it's all good. Well, we're a startup. So we're very much figuring this out as we go. So I'll confess that but but but the education standpoint, we want it to be free. And we think that's the bare minimum thing that we can offer that just makes learning accessible to anyone in the world. And one of the really interesting aspects of this is that once we've developed kind of the framework to do these things, is that it's very easily you might imagine scalable to other languages even. And so Spanish is a great example that's pretty underserved, especially from a diabetes standpoint, where we can start to develop these fun training modules. And if you know Duolingo, that's kind of our our guiding design principle of just making it fun and friendly and kind of simple quizzes and games that anyone could do. So from a business model standpoint, the learning pieces is what we see is free and we want anyone to do that because at the end of the day, we want kids to have support wherever they go. And it's not just the kind of the technical skills of how do you deliver insulin? How do you check blood sugar, but I mean, a personal bias for me is how do you support kids emotionally too? And, and how do you talk about it? And how do you say the right things? And especially in a classroom setting? How do you get them to just feel normal and just a normal kid in class and, and have a teacher talk about that stuff? Stacey Simms 18:14 I'm curious to how you're developing the education component, because there are so many differences among diabetes families, we had four kids in our elementary school and my style of parenting was very, very different from other there, you know, there's no right or wrong, it would never works for that family. But I would educate a nurse and educated educator, sounds funny, I would educate a nurse and educate school staff in a different way about type 1 diabetes. And to be clear, you know, it's not that I mean, there are some things that you have to do that are just type 1 diabetes. I'm not talking to the definition, you know what I'm talking about. I mean, we're about we did not use share and follow, for example, with our elementary school educators, whereas the other families did, and I'm curious how you handle things like that, when you're educating Who's getting the education process? I mean, I know you don't diabetes, but we all do this a little different Bob Weishar19:05 100%. So our eventual goal is really to partner with with institutions that do this for a living. And what we've been doing in the meantime is really just relying on best practices material from jdrf from ABA. And so piggybacking on like, what might be a Word document or website, but just converting it into something that's engaging and so kind of the way we see it is chunking all this stuff up so that it's just bite sized pieces that people can handle. As for a content standpoint, absolutely. You're absolutely right. And so what we've developed so far is really the the foundational pieces that anyone might need. So think just checking blood sugar, what is blood sugar, handling a low blood sugar and high blood sugar. But as we go beyond that, that's where it starts to get personalized to each family and child. And what we envision is really being able to personalize that to the the school setting or to the child so that if they're not using a CGM, for example, we're not having a teacher go through a CGM module that that she doesn't need to know yet. Got it, Stacey Simms 20:01 as I put my two cents into your app, which you didn't ask for, you know, things like every family does this differently, or this, this is a choice, right? This particular point of care may be something this family does, or this family does not do that sort of thing. Bob Weishar20:15 Totally, totally. It's been interesting, too, because a lot of the a lot of the school nurses that get it understand that so well, right is that each family needs a little bit different type of handling and treatment, and in the way that they approach it, it's just different. And so I think when we're in person, we naturally do this, as we we have kind of some of this digital education, that's something that needs to be front and center because it's it's too easy to just create a one size fits all Stacey Simms 20:40 approach. I would imagine that the nurses and the school staff and you folks are better at differentiated that than we as parents, right? We tend to think the way we do it is I don't want to say the right way. But we kind of live in this bubble where it's like, well, everybody must be doing it this way. So I'm glad to hear that but as we're talking through it makes me think I bet the nurses For a lot better at knowing that, that I'm even giving them credit for this. Well, it's it's two sided, right? I mean, every family knows their, their own kid and what works. And so I mean, like anything, it's a partnership. And that's what's been really fun with this is really trying to just see both sides and really just putting the kid front and center throughout this so that at the end of the day, that's what everyone cares about. Absolutely. is something that that occurs to me as well. We had an issue in our school district a couple of years ago, you know, when Dexcom share and nightscout technology sharing different ways to look at, you know, continuous glucose monitoring numbers on devices came in. At first, it was kind of up to the nurse and the parent or the staff of the parent to say, Sure, I'll follow you on my phone or sure I'll follow you on my desktop. And we had a school nurse who would follow the children on her personal device and I guess turned it off at night. I really don't know exactly how they did it, but a year or two into this when it became much more standard of care and you know the Dexcom share and follow SR To be even though I know it's not it seemed to be ubiquitous in our school district, the district actually had to make some decisions about technology. And they locked it down, you know, no more personal devices, no more following after school hours. And I think things that were very, very proper, but frankly threw a monkey wrench into existing systems that these parents have been using, you know, have you run into anything like that? Bob Weishar22:22 Yeah, it's actually a big continuing pain point for for everybody, I think because I mean, as you know, I mean CGM is once you once you're used to having CGM, once you're relying on it. It's just it's crazy to think that you're just going to ignore it or turn it off. So what the school districts that we met with we came out with probably 100 or so districts throughout California at this point, and it's all across the board really, and really, from the kind of point of Oh, yeah, we follow every number and of course, we're going to have this on iPads in our office and our in our teachers and our in our classrooms, all the way down to know exactly like you said we're not going to allow this In school, so what we're finding is, I mean, like anything that the answer probably falls somewhere in between where it's, it's not quite, we're going to follow every single time. And we're not going to check every five minutes for a nurse that is already numbered 2000 kids to one, yeah. But it's also not, we have a low glucose alarm, we're going to ignore that. And so that's where we're finding a lot of the happy mediums. And a lot of the districts we saw were at a minimum there, they're responding to alarms, because it's just a no brainer, that we're going to do that. But there's also not a dedicated person watching numbers all day either. And a lot of those cases, it's, it's a lot, a lot of the families that are at home, maybe and they can text the nurse or text the teacher if something's needed, but it also gives a little bit of time back to the kid to to just be in class and be present. So that that tends to be the middle ground. And again, I I don't have answers for this. It's just what I've been seeing. But it certainly is top of mind for a lot of these nurses, a lot of these school districts as they take on some of that liability in their in their minds. Stacey Simms 23:57 Yeah, it's a difficult issue because if you have a tiny little School, our little school district with one kid. No problem. We have 150,000 children in our school district. Yeah, it's a little different. And no full time nurses. I go vote. It's an interesting time. What have you found has been the really great thing about invincible What do people who start using this are testing it? Like what, uh, schools? Bob Weishar24:22 Well, what's been what's been fascinating and so we've been piloting this since last year. And the first test, which was really what school nurses use it, we kind of knew that families would get value from really having this information available to them, and not just to create information, but really just to improve communication so that they're not texting and calling all the time. But what we saw is really, nurses take this as a tool of their own, so that they can better support the kids too. And so that's been really fascinating, exciting to see because just being able to go in person and see some of the glucose shacks and the lunch tracks at school happen and being able to give that information to families, real time Just so that they really just have that peace of mind that their kid is being taken care of and that ultimately, they're safe and happy. Still just scratching the surface on that. And we've got lots of lots of progress to still make but but that's been really exciting to see is really the schools tried to embrace this and, and of course, families and kids get a lot of value from what do you need from the community? Do you need anything? Do you need testers? Do you need feedback? Should we hold our horses for a little bit? Well, you know, it's interesting, because it's it's obviously a tricky time, right. And as we focus a lot of our efforts on schools, it's it's not the best time to have a product that helps families communicate with school in a remote world. So we're very much figuring that out. I think what I would say is what we need at this point is we're still early stages and the product we've built for school. I think for those families that are going back to school in person, we are absolutely looking for beta testers at this point to try it out and and really try to help us continue growing this product and ultimately helping kids with with diabetes and And eventually other health issues too. For those families that aren't we, we'd love to hear from them too, because we like I said, we're early stages. So our ultimate goal is to support kids throughout their health journey. And so we don't want to just build one product that that helps communication between school at home, but really developing something that can help kids start to develop their independence and confidence and managing and eventually inspiring them to do whatever they want to do for any families out there that are interested in that we'd love to hear from them and and have them contribute some their ideas and thoughts. And as we continue to iterate I think we'll come up with lots of cool ideas and things to test out what is unusual. And I mean, what a year this is already. It's you know, as we're recording, I think a lot of school districts and parents are still figuring out what they're going to be doing for the fall. So separate from invincible. You know, it's got to be so frustrating. I'm curious, have you have you talked to any of your local school districts this year? Any advice for families trying to navigate this? Well, I mean, I think the key message is, we're all figuring this out together, right? And there's no good answer. And I wish there was and it really is varied by a lot of the different states and schools that we're working with. That's what they're doing. And for instance, a lot of the California schools we're starting to see are going at least starting remote so that's a that's a challenge but but understandable on a lot of levels too. So I mean, I think above all like like we all know is just work with your school the figure it out, and it's not gonna be perfect. Not none of this is perfect in the COVID world. But um, but yeah, I mean, that I think that's the key message that we're hearing is, a lot of school nurses are just getting this information the same time as families are. And so just so trying to make sense of this all and help help us all together in this process. Stacey Simms 27:41 So earlier, we talked a little bit about that horror story, terminology. And, you know, I shouldn't I wanted to go back to that that term, you know, the horror story, and I have to admit that as I said, My son was diagnosed really little, and we kind of had diabetes down are doing okay, we're growing. When and kindergarten, the idea of kindergarten stressed me out and instilled such fear in me. I still don't know why it was so unreasonable because he had such good care in daycare and preschool. And we had a wonderful elementary school, but we were the only family with type one at the time. And I was so scared, and it was so much better than I had feared. And so when we talk about the fear that parents have of sending their children to school, I always like to use my story. I mean, you know, I think we kind of have to go through this ourselves, right? I can't tell another family don't do it. I don't don't feel what I felt. That doesn't make any sense, right. But learn from my experience, and the hundreds of families that I've been so fortunate to meet and talk to over this last 13 years of Benny having type one diabetes. I don't hear a lot of horror stories. I hear a lot of fear. And I hear a lot of when my child went low at recess, or you know, they didn't spot the high and in my head, I'm thinking I'm not perfect at home with my kids diabetes, like I've missed lows. I've missed highs. We've missed doses we've knocked off sites, stuff happens at school just like it happens at home. And I'm wondering if I'm an outlier? I don't think so, in thinking this way, or most of the families you talk to, are just trying to make the experience smoother and better. And not fighting that horror story to tell. Bob Weishar29:19 Yeah, I think you're absolutely right. I think like any news, the sensational news tends to bubble the top right. And I think probably maybe some percent of families are doing exactly that is sending a kid to the school for the first time is really hard. And again, I'm not a parent, but I can absolutely empathize with it. But really, really there. You're exactly right. In terms of families, we're just trying to figure this out. And it's scary. and managing my own diabetes is scary. I did a diabetes camp a couple years ago. And I think managing for someone else's just added stress, and it's probably 10 times as hard as managing my own and in checking other people's blood sugars and so on. But you're absolutely right in terms of really just the challenge of managing diabetes at school and other places. It's a work in process and it's never perfect. And when you're trusting other people to do that, there's bumps along the way. And I think that's one of our goals is really to develop that trust with school with grandparents with other places that kids go so that families don't need to worry so much and they can just go about their lives and have fun wherever they are. Stacey Simms 30:21 I'm such a fan of something like this because you know, and may sound if you're if you're newer to the show, or you haven't read a lot of my stuff, I may sound very laissez faire and hands off. Right, he'll be fine. I'm not I you know, I worry a lot. I just try not to give my worry to my kid. But something like this, which would help the school understand that the parents not a crazy helicopter parent, right. And also allow some of us who want to kind of over over protect our kids like I've had those instincts where I want to wrap my head in bubble wrap. I feel like this would be so helpful for me, because it would help me hand off more. So I think it sounds It just helps on both ends by educating some school districts. I mean, I'm so lucky I say this all the time, we've been so lucky with our care. I never had to do the big fight. We've had to do some things. I know some parents out there really struggle and having a thing where you could say, No, look, I'm not the only one. And here's a resource can be so helpful. I'll get off I will get off my soapbox. I'm starting talking about me way too much. But I have a question for you about emergency administration of like of glucagon and things like that, you know, there's different ways to do that. Now there's different products. But I'm curious that that is something that is really a non negotiable in my mind that schools need to know how to administer emergency from the time is that something that you help with? Bob Weishar31:39 Yes, absolutely. I think the what we have is really some some basic modules with that we started tentative out but that thing, but absolutely and I think as like back semi unhealed insulin becomes more prevalent that training only becomes easier. But it is it is a challenge, right because as you probably anticipate sticking the needle in an emergency situation is a big challenge. And so I think part of it is reducing some of the fear factor around administering an emergency treatment. But the other part is just repetition and practice. Stacey Simms 32:09 I think, too, as a parent, I would love some backup on that, you know, I trained everybody on the red box way back then there, but you know, even showing somebody had to use the vaccine, as you mentioned, or the G vote, the auto injector, you know, these are so much simpler, but I would really appreciate the opportunity to have something to say like, here's your look at this. You can look at me too, I'll show you how to do it, but I'm not I've never had to do it knock wood. So that's great that you offer that as well. Hundred percent. You said early on that, you know, we want to keep the kid front and center. Are you talking to the kids about what they want? Are you telling the kids about what they need at school? Bob Weishar32:46 Absolutely. So so that those are those are most fun interviews. And so we've done we've done a lot of just in person visits and we get to go to the school and the kids and one of my favorites is got to be there. When someone's first day Back to school with diabetes. And so got to just hear what that was like and his perspective. And so decided to develop some of those relationships around just seeing not only when kids are first diagnosed and trying to figure this out, but throughout and again, we're early I don't claim to have any or, or most of even these answers. But I think that's what gets me really excited is that kids are ultimately our customers. And they might not be paying for any of this or but but ultimately, they're living with this. And so if we can do right by them, I think we've ultimately we've done our job. And what an elementary school child needs is much different than middle school and high school and even college. And so we've spoken to a lot of families, a lot of school nurses, but ultimately putting kids friends center and being part of this whole development experience and engaging them is really our ultimate goal. Stacey Simms 33:46 Can you share a little bit about what the kids say? I mean, I'll give an example. I would sit down with my son and I still try to do this, but he just rolled his eyes at me now. But I would sit down at the beginning of every school year and say, what's the goal for this year? What do you want to do? in first grade, he wanted to eat in the school cafeteria. That was a buys lunch. That was something that we didn't do in kindergarten, because we wanted to keep it super simple. You know, in second grade, he wanted to not have to leave gym class. He wanted to, you know, we love to eat in the classroom, he rarely went to the nurse. But the gym was right near the nurse and long story short that he wanted to just stay there. So every year he had a goal. By fifth grade. It was nobody talked to me about my blood sugar. And I wasn't ready to let that go. So we devised like a thumbs up to his teacher at lunch, which meant Yes, I've dosed you know that. Yeah. So like we we talked about it a lot and was like, What do you want? I'm curious if kids have shared those kinds of things with you. Bob Weishar34:38 No, I probably haven't asked the right question. I'd love that. I mean, we've asked them about just kind of generally like what they what they go through at school and I think some of those exact same things that you've mentioned around they don't want I think the the common ones that we've heard are as simple as like, Yeah, I don't want to leave lunch. I don't want to leave class early hearing a kid say they don't Want to leave class really is a good thing. But yeah, that's pretty exciting. But just simple things have just, they just want to be with their friends, they want to be in class, they don't want to leave recess. Really, what I saw a lot is really the kind of 15 minute rule that a lot of schools will have around after they check if they're low. And that's obviously a big pain point for a second grader who wants to go go back to recess. So those are the main things that I've heard at least and but I love the the aspect of just asking a goal oriented question on each year because, because that's really powerful. And I've actually heard a few families mentioned the kind of the thumbs up, thumbs down, especially when kids are really just tired of talking about it as important. Stacey Simms 35:39 Yes. And you're so when you find a teacher or a staff member who will work with you like that. That's the greatest feeling in the world. Because they get it they understand that your kid just wants to go through class. They're tired of beeping, they're tired of talking to them. You know, and then when you get to middle school, in high school, you have you know, different parameters all together. This year is so unique. I mean What a time to try to help schools and try to help families. But I love what you're doing here and I'm so glad you shared this with us. You know, we already asked about how we can help us the community or what you need from us. Do you have a sign up? Do you have ways that people can learn more? Bob Weishar36:13 Yeah, absolutely. So if you go to our website it's invincible app.com you have to spell invincible and and also you could also email me Babbitt invincible app calm and, and either one will work and will love to love to hear from you and reach out to any families there. Stacey Simms 36:31 Thank you so much for joining me and spending some time and kind of hearing me also get up and down on my soapbox. I appreciate you Bob Weishar36:37 know, this is great. We'll have to do we'll have to do some some interviews at some point. We'll love to hear hear your perspective as we continue this because I mean, I think that's that's one of the aspects of this that that gets me really excited is I think one of the things that that I learned early on is everyone kind of figured this figured this out for the first time each time and so if we can start to use some of the experiences of families that have been have kids that have been through this and kind of extend those and start to develop some best practices. I think that would just be such a wealth of knowledge that we can pass on the telephone and just help people get through this. Announcer 37:15 You're listening to Diabetes Connections with Stacey Simms. Stacey Simms 37:21 More information about invincible and how you can send feedback and all that good stuff just go to Diabetes- Connections com and click on the episode homepage. Of course there's a transcript for this episode as well. And tell me something good is back this week. We have so many great stories including one about skydiving I'll be honest with you something my daughter really wants to do and I would never do food get to that moment but first diabetes Connections is brought to you by Dexcom. And here's what I have to say about control IQ, the Dexcom G6 Tandem pump software program, we are doing a lot less work for better results. I'm gonna say that again, because that happened in diabetes, less work better results. A couple of years ago, we got the CGM on the screen and Benny like that, but it was more just a cool feature. He really looks at his phone a lot more to check his Dexcom. But the control IQ is taking this to a whole different level. His time and range has increased significantly his A1C has come down significantly since we started the system in January. I love it. I can't say enough good things about it. Of course individual results may vary. To learn more, go to Diabetes connections.com and click on the Dexcom logo. Tell me something good this week comes from comments in our Facebook group. It is Diabetes Connections, the group and I have so many things to share with you so we'll just scratch the surface with a couple. I'm so glad to bring this feature back. It's always my favorite part of the show every week. Lots of graduation stories. Janice says, I'm officially done! Macey didn't attend a live ceremony last week. We didn't feel it was safe. But we met teachers that are old schools for a socially distance photo op started with her first preschool teacher. Her school life hasn't been normal once her graduation wasn't either. We turned lemons into lemonade, and Janice is well known to a lot of you even if you don't know her name or her face maybe because Macey is Macey's believers of walk team that's been around for a long time and it's been a lot of good both with Jdrf and with the friends for life conference. So congratulation Macey and well done. Janice Niva writes in: my 11 year old T1D and her family went ziplining in the North Carolina mountains. We carried all of our supplies and fanny packs. I almost didn't allow us to do it because we were hours away from any medical help. If something happened, everything went great. I'm glad we did it and didn't let diabetes get in our way. And congratulations and boys. They're a great picture. I'll share this offer kiddo just ready to go with a mountain behind them. Oh my goodness. I like the idea of zip lining but I've never done it over. This is I'm familiar with this one. This is a really long one. And I would be nervous not because of diabetes just because I'm a big chicken, which means I would never do this next one. Oh my goodness. Laura says My brave girl went skydiving So Laura wrote in we all know T1Ds are brave My brave girl went skydiving with her dad last weekend. She has wanted to do this since she was eight years old. She says it lived up to expectations and exceeded them. Mom says I was nervous but her blood sugar's Of course she was really high when she boarded the plane because of adrenaline. But then she plugged her pump control IQ and quickly got her back on track. She gave it two thumbs up and plans to do it again someday. Oh my goodness. I love seeing stories like this. I thank you so much for sending them in. We got a whole bunch of you know my A1C is great. And you know I'm always happy about that, but I you know me I hesitate to congratulate somebody on their number. I really want to hear the story behind it and what else is going Well in your life, especially now this is a tough time to have any control over anything. And to be doing well like that is great. So share your numbers but share a little bit more about what's going on because I think that's actually more helpful than the number and I will leave you with this one. Noni wrote in not diabetes related, but our one and a half year old is finally eating tiny bites of solid food without gagging and choking. He's a fan of Turkey and green beans. Way to go, buddy. That's awesome. I'm telling you. I will take your Tell me something goods that are teeny tiny accomplishments, the super tiny stuff and everything in between. We have so much to celebrate in this community. I want to help you get the word out about your good stuff. You could email me Stacey at Diabetes connections.com or go to the Facebook group Diabetes Connections, the group join in and jump into the conversation. Tell me something good. Before I let you go, I said I was going to talk about my daughter's college. Now as we're taping this, it is the very beginning of August We are less than two weeks away of bringing her back. She goes to Tulane, and this was her sophomore year. I am very nervous because of everything that's going on. She's going to be far from home. But I think going back is the best thing for her. And boy, this school has been on top of it. And I'm not bringing this up to brag on Oh, this private institution that was able to do this. I'm bringing it because, man, if we could just have this kind of plan for the nation for our states, we would be open so much sooner. I don't get political on the show. I'm not about to get political now. But give me a break. This is all about test, trace and isolate. It's not rocket science to lane is testing every student as they return, and you can't get back in your room until you have a negative covid tests that they will administer. Same thing for off campus students who can't get back into class until you test negative they will be doing monthly tests of all students, faculty and staff. And they're doing randomized daily tests. So if you're selected for daily tests, you will get a text and then you must make an appointment for your test with us. certain period of time I think it's 48 hours, they've put aside a big dorm building. And I think a hotel is in there too, in terms of isolating students who need to be quarantined, and they have another system set up, if someone you've been in contact with has tested positive, they've put up a bunch of outdoor buildings. I don't know how to describe this other than if you've ever been to a fancy golf tournament, one of those tents that is really like more of a building and has air conditioning inside, they've set up a bunch of those for dining and extra classroom space. Some of the classes will be virtual, but she will have in person classes and she will be able to do so many of the things that she wanted to do last year. I'm keeping my fingers crossed hoping that what is basically an experiment right works out but I gotta say, this seems to be a really good and well thought out plan. So I'll let you know we also as a family have a plan for if everything goes well, great. If it doesn't, what we're going to do if she gets sick, obviously we have one plan, but if the people around her if the campus goes in one direction, you really hate that we have to seek these things out. But we do in terms of how we're going to get there, how we're going to get her home, when we're going to leave her all that stuff. Man. I know so many families are making similar decisions. And it's just so frustrating because we know it didn't have to be this way. And that's all I'll say about that. All right, lots more to come in the weeks ahead. You can always find me on social media, Stacey Simms or Diabetes Connections on Facebook and Twitter, on Instagram. It's just Stacey Simms, just the one account there because I got started late on Instagram and I don't see any reason to have two accounts there. As always, thank you to my editor john McKenna's from audio editing solutions. Thank you so much for listening. I'm Stacey Simms. I'll see you back here next week. Until then, be kind to yourself. Benny 44:49 Diabetes Connections is a production of Stacey Simms Media. All rights reserved. All wrongs avenged
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Moira McCarthy and Stacey answer your questions about picky eaters, fear of shots and a summer time trips to the pool or beach. They share helpful stories from their own experiences - check the links below for more help and info. Join the Diabetes Connections Facebook Group! Learn about Buzzy and Shot Blocker (pain reduction in shots) MedT's iPort Advance (what Stacey calls an inset for shots) Previous episode on Getting Diabetes Gear to Stick in the Summer In our Community Connection this week… some push back from the DIY community as the FDA targets an off label use issue. Stacey asks, isn't all T1D a bit DIY? FDA Warning RE: DIY devices Read Katie DiSimone's post about the FDA and DIY And in our Tell Me Something Good Segment - sports achievements from young and old as well as a major T1D accomplishment: The 4th person with type 1 diabetes summits Mt Everest! Taylor Adams Summits Mt. Everest with T1D History of T1Ds on Mt Everest -- :00 Show Open -What's on this week? 1:30 Stacey Welcome - Benny's away at Diabetes Camp this week! And more on the ADA Sessions in the FB Group - along with any breaking news that comes from that annual event. Make sure you sign up for the newsletter!! New stuff is coming! Sign Up For the Newsletter Here 5:10 Ask the D-Moms 38:00 Community Connection: DIY & the FDA 42:30 TMSG: Mooresville, NC baseball champs, Senior Games competitor and Taylor Adams becomes the 4th person with T1D to summit Everest ----- Use this link to get one free download and one free month of Audible, available to Diabetes Connections listeners! ----- Sign up for our newsletter here Get the App and listen to Diabetes Connections wherever you go! Click here for iPhone Click here for Android
Welcome to episode #8 of the Dreaming of Cooperstown Podcast with my guest Eric Tozer. ERIC MADE HISTORY, BECOMING THE FIRST PERSON WITH TYPE 1 DIABETES (T1D) TO COMPLETE THE WORLD MARATHON CHALLENGE, RUNNING 7 MARATHONS ON 7 CONTINENTS IN 7 CONSECUTIVE DAYS. Eric Tozer is an endurance athlete and a diabetes ambassador who inspires the community through sports and utilizes his athletic accomplishments as a platform to be a role model in the diabetes community. Eric was diagnosed with T1D in 2006, while traveling in Europe. He had the classic symptoms of diabetes including constant thirst, increased appetite, frequent urination, blurred vision, lethargy and weight loss. Eric had always lived a very active and healthy lifestyle, so the sudden 20-pound weight loss made him aware that something was seriously wrong. Upon returning home, a visit to his doctor revealed the devastating and life changing news of his diagnosis. Eric’s life was quickly turned upside down: checking his blood sugar levels up to 10 times a day, calculating carbohydrate intake and taking varying units of insulin shots with every meal. But Eric wasn’t going to let diabetes control his life and decided to take charge. Soon after his diagnosis, he completed his first half Ironman and hasn’t stopped since. He co-founded non-profit organization, Diabetes Sports Project, comprised of hundreds of T1D athletes around the globe, demonstrating how through proper diet, exercise, a positive outlook and effective blood glucose management, dreams can be achieved. Eric’s Athletic Accomplishments: World Marathon Challenge 2019 (7 Marathons, 7 Continents, 7 Days) Run Across America (3,000+ mile run across USA in 15 days with ten T1Ds) 6 mile Ironman distance triathlons 3 mile Half-Ironman distance triathlons Olympic and Sprint distance triathlons 2 mile Marathons 1 mile Half-Marathons NCAA Men's Soccer Final Four All-Tournament Team (2004) Diabetes Sports Project Diabetes Sports Project (DSP) was co-founded by fellow T1Ds and friends, Eric Tozer and Casey Boren. DSP is comprised of the world’s elite diabetic athlete ambassadors who inspire and educate the diabetes community to achieve their goals and aspirations. These ambassadors demonstrate how through proper diet, exercise, a positive outlook and effective blood glucose management dreams can be achieved. The DSP ambassadors are directly engaged in community events within the diabetes and healthcare industry around the world. They participate in diabetes camps, JDRF & ADA events, industry conferences and trade shows, hospital visits, patient support groups, medical professional events and much more. Additionally, their athletes compete at the highest levels of sports to demonstrate that goals can be achieved with diabetes. DSP is dedicated to empowering the nearly 26 million affected by type 1 and type 2 diabetes in the United States. Through inspirational and educational community engagement along with competition in the biggest sporting events in the world, DSP will inspire and educate millions of people affected by diabetes. Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Their vision is a world without type 1 diabetes. Their mission is improving lives today and tomorrow by accelerating life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent and treat T1D and its complications. Type 1 diabetes Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that strikes both children and adults suddenly. It has nothing to do with diet or lifestyle. There is nothing you can do to prevent it. And, at present, there is no cure. In T1D, your pancreas stops producing insulin—a hormone the body needs to get energy from food. This means a process your body does naturally and automatically becomes something that now requires your daily attention and manual intervention. If you have T1D, you must constantly monitor your blood-sugar level, inject or infuse insulin through a pump, and carefully balance these insulin doses with your eating and activity throughout the day and night. However, insulin is not a cure for diabetes. Even with the most vigilant disease management, a significant portion of your day will be spent with either high or low blood-sugar levels. These fluctuations place people with T1D at risk for potentially life-threatening hypoglycemic and hyperglycemic episodes as well as devastating long-term complications such as kidney failure, heart attack, stroke, blindness and amputation. Connect with Eric http://www.erictozer.com/http://www.diabetessportsproject.com/ Connect with JDRFhttps://www.jdrf.org/ JDRF Ride-to-Cure Diabeteshttps://www2.jdrf.org/site/SPageServer?pagename=ride_homepage
In the triathlon space that we exist in we are surrounded by some extraordinary people doing amazing things. Today's guest is in a different stratosphere, not just because of his athletic achievements but because of the incurable disease he lives with every day. Eric Tozer has type 1 diabetes, but he does not let that halt or slow his ambition. His resume of athletic achievements includes: World Marathon Challenge 2019 (7 Marathons, 7 Continents, 7 Days) Run Across America (3,000+ mile run across USA in 15 days with ten T1Ds) 140.6 mile Ironman distance triathlons 70.3 mile Half-Ironman distance triathlons Olympic and Sprint distance triathlons 26.2 mile Marathons 13.1 mile Half-Marathons in this conversation hear: Eric explain the difference between Type 1 & Type 2 diabetes We discuss monitoring blood glucose and the gadget which replaces 288 finger pricks each day How a pre race adrenaline surge can really mess up your blood sugar levels The challenges of training for and racing Ironman with T1 diabetes Running 7 marathons in 7 days on 7 different continents Two marathons in 2 days with a 63C temperature difference When mental strength replaces physical fitness To find out more about Eric, please visit his website at erictozer.com Here are links to some of the topics discussed today: the World Marathon Challenge The Dexcom constant glucose monitoring machine Diabetes Sports Project To find out more about Simon’s coaching please visit his website here. To follow Simon on Facebook, click here. For more information please go to www.SimonWardTriathlonCoach.com, or www.TheTriathlonCoach.com, or email Beth@TheTriathlonCoach.com.
In Season 4 Episode 9, Emily chats with fellow T1Ds, Annalisa Van Der Bergh and Erik Douds, about their adventure biking across Alaska with T1D, photographing strangers along the way to create an upcoming magazine, Miles of Portraits.
This week I speak with mountain biker, pilot, and T1D John Roth. John was an airline pilot when he got diagnosed with T1D, and is leading the fight to allow T1Ds to fly commercially. John and I talk about his experiences with being a T1D athlete and his ideologies for nutrition and diabetes care. John is a huge inspiration to me, especially since he has found such incredible control with multiple daily injections of insulin as well as a very low carb diet. John also talks a bit about being an active participant in your own diabetes care. Follow The DRP at: https://www.instagram.com/diabeticrunningpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/diabeticrunningpodcast diabeticrunningpodcast.com
Here on DiabetesPowerShow, we have often said that "taking good care of yourself with Diabetes is not rocket science"...well...on today's show, we actually put that theory to the test...with an actual Rocket Scientist...really...a real live NASA Rocket Scientist! Ernie Prado serves as a Technical Project Manager at NASA's Johnson Space Center in the Space Vehicle Mockup Facility (SVMF) where astronauts train prior to spaceflight. At the SVMF, he leads projects to create, maintain, and upgrade full-size International Space Station trainers and mockups that astronauts will use during the course of their careers. In addition to his work at NASA, he is involved in manufacturing large-scale 3D Printers. Ernie holds Bachelor of Science degrees in Mechanical Engineering & Aeronautical Sciences and Engineering from UC Davis. He was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 15, and has been on an insulin pump for the past five years. He loves to educate others about Diabetes, and hopes to inspire fellow T1Ds to never stop chasing their dreams. Charlie Cherry Chris Moore Theresa Moore Chris Daniel
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