In this revealing podcast, type 1 writer Quinn Nystrom opens up about her eating disorder struggle. Her message of hope will inspire anyone currently battling this difficult problem.
Quinn Nystrom, type 1 writer, author and public speaker has been traveling across the country as the national diabetes ambassador for the Center for Change speaking out about the high prevalence of eating disorders among people with type 1 diabetes.
The Diabetes Dish catches up with one of our favorite experts—Susan Weiner, MS, RDN, CDE, CDN, who says it’s possible to enjoy the season without sending your blood sugar soaring. Listen in to learn how to stop the shoulding and celebrate with less guilt and more joy.
Susan is a registered dietitian/nutritionist and certified diabetes educator extraordinaire, 2015 Diabetes Educator of the Year, and recently-elected to the Board of Directors of the American Association of Diabetes Educators.
The Diabetes Dish recently sat down with Charles Mattocks, host of the new diabetes reality show, "Reversed," and one of the show's cast members. Both men have type 2 diabetes. Learn more about the on-air challenges they faced and what it takes to change unhealthy lifestyles and make those changes stick.
OnTrack Diabetes Blogger Nancy Sayles Kaneshiro struggled for years to get her type 2 diabetes under control. She was taking three medications, yet still had elevated blood sugar levels and was 70 pounds overweight. After doing her research, she decided bariatric was the way to go. Find out how the procedure has turned her life and her diabetes around, and hear about the book she's co-authored with her surgeon Dr. Scott Cunneen: 21 Things You Need to Know about Diabetes and Weight-Loss Surgery (American Diabetes Association, 2017).
Seven years ago, Eric O'Grey was 150 lbs overweight and taking 15 medications, including metformin to treat type 2 diabetes. Today, he doesn't take a single drug and is in the best shape of his life. Hear about his inspiring journey to reclaim his health and the brand new book that captures it all.
Nick Jonas sat down OnTrack Diabetes Type 1 Blogger Quinn Nystrom to talk type 1 diabetes, how to handle highs and lows, blood sugar testing, what he looks for in a partner—aka his deal 'type 3', and how new technology has improved how he manages his condition.
Maintaining a healthy weight and blood sugar level is hard work! Come learn about how low-calorie sweeteners (LCS) and added fibers may be helpful for people managing type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Susan Weiner, RDN, MS, CDE, CDN, Owner, Susan Weiner Nutrition, PLLC and Kristine Clark, PhD, RDN, director of sports nutrition and assistant professor of nutrition science at Penn State University, will discuss the incorporation of LCS and added fibers into a daily diet as a way to help manage weight and blood glucose levels. Brought to you by Tate & Lyle.
Will Hauver was diagnosed at age 15 with type 1 diabetes. He took his type 1 seriously, but didn't let it stop him from playing lacrosse, traveling on church retreats, sleeping over at friends' houses and generally living life to the fullest. In fall of 2011 he moved from his hometown of Towson, Maryland to Rollins College to study communications and art and play Lacrosse. Will flourished at college—he became captain of the lacrosse team and was set to graduate in June 2015 with honors. Will, however, lost his life at age 22 on Feb 2, 2015 when his blood sugar climbed into the 700s following a bout with the flu. Here to tell Will’s story is his mom Lyndall Hauver.
After a routine blood test 15 years ago revealed ESPN Radio Host Mike Golic had type 2 diabetes—a disease that also impacted his father—Golic began his journey of learning to live with and manage a chronic condition. Find out what this former NFL player considers one of the most important factors for successfully managing diabetes, what he relies on his family for and why he has no intention of giving up donuts anytime soon.
Mannkind Corporation is the first and currently only maker of inhalable insulin. Their CCO Michael Castagna, a PharmD, answers a bunch of questions about Afrezza, including how it works, why users like it, and what the concerns are around long-term side effects.
Advances in science and technology are changing the way people are living with diabetes. Run a marathon? Hike the Appalachian Trail? Tour the world as an international singing sensation? No problem if you have your trusty Dexcom CGM with you every step of the way. Hear straight from Dexcom's CEO Kevin Sayer as he explains how this technology works and how it's changing the lives of so many.
Cat Pugh, a 23-year-old with type 1 diabetes is out in mid-February to hike the Appalachian trail for 7 months with two buddies. She hopes to make it through to her destination in Maine. She's spent months prepping for this hike and seems well prepared emotionally and physically. She shares the details about what inspired her to take on this challenge and how she plans to make sure her T-slim pump and Dexcom stay charged and how she plans to get her insulin supply delivered.