Managing Type 1 Diabetes doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Each 5-minute episode of Your Best T1D Year is packed with practical strategies, mindset shifts, and a little humor to help you feel more in control and less frustrated by diabetes. Hosted by Neil Greathouse, this Monday, Wednesday, and Friday podcast delivers quick, relatable episodes that make learning about T1D effortless - so you can build small wins that lead to big changes. 📅 New episodes drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday ...
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T1d Strategies Podcasts
Matt Vande Vegte, CPT from FTFWarrior.com gets real about living with diabetes and everything that comes with it. As a certified trainer and nutritionist (and T1D), Matt goes over his unique "blood sugar formula" and how you too can learn to predict blood sugars through any exercise, activity, and meal. Welcome to our Tribe of T1D Warriors.
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Type 1 Diabetes, Food Joy, and Five Minute Resets with Mila Clarke, @thehangrywoman
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59:02Episode summary Today’s episode is a practical deep-dive with creator and NBCHWC coach Mila Clarke (aka @thehangrywoman) on how to keep food joy without the guilt, lower the mental load of T1D, and use a quick five-minute reset when stress (or your CGM) starts shouting. We also do an on-mic, one-minute reset you can follow anywhere, play a rapid-fi…
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Pre-Meal Micro Resets for Type 1 Diabetes, Lower Post-Meal Spikes
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6:12Summary Stress right before you eat raises glucose and blunts insulin. Two minutes of calm can change the whole post-meal flight path. Keywords: pre-meal reset, cortisol, insulin sensitivity, carb counting, CGM. What you’ll learn Why the same meal can spike higher under stress Three pre-meal resets in under two minutes A simple way to make the paus…
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T1D Mindset Reset, Choose Curiosity Not Judgment
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7:53Summary Swap the hammer for a magnifying glass. Curiosity lowers stress, which lowers cortisol, which helps insulin work better. Keywords: diabetes distress, self-compassion, mindset, CGM alarms, five minute reset. What you’ll learn A quick mindset flip when an alarm hits A 3-question script to replace self-blame with curiosity How judgment raises …
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My Insulin Timing Trick Doctors Never Mention | Game-Changer for T1D
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23:04Timing your insulin can make ALL the difference. Some take it right before eating, others 10–20 mins before… and some don’t pre-bolus at all. See how I break down insulin timing and its impact on blood sugar spikes in the latest video. >> ENJOY! Grab your Ultimate Guide To T1D Weight Loss here: https://t1dbootcamp.com/uwlg Purchase your copy of "Th…
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T1D Reset Toolkit, Small Tools That Change Your Day
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6:57Summary When life gets loud, you need a tiny, reliable toolkit. Breathing, movement, micro-distractions… we build a reset toolbar you will actually use. Keywords: T1D stress, reset toolkit, mindful breathing, movement, CGM spikes. What you’ll learn A 3-category toolkit: breathing, movement, micro-distractions Why five minutes of calm is metabolic s…
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5 Minutes That Help T1D, The Science and the How
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6:57Summary Five minutes isn’t random. Short, intentional resets can lower stress chemistry and protect insulin sensitivity. We explain why and show you how to use the five-minute window. Keywords: five minute reset, breathwork, anxiety, insulin resistance, T1D tools. What you’ll learn The science behind short breathwork and stress reduction A browser-…
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Type 1 Diabetes, Why Stress Spikes Blood Sugar and What To Do
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6:11Summary Stress hormones push glucose up and make insulin do less. We unpack the research and give you quick strategies to blunt stress before it bulldozes your time in range. Keywords: T1D, stress spikes, CGM, cortisol, adrenaline, insulin sensitivity. What you’ll learn The “same meal, same insulin, different outcome” effect under stress How to bui…
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The Breathwork Routine That Transformed My T1D & Energy Levels
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1:04:54"Your breath can literally change your brain chemistry… and even your blood sugars.” In this interview, Nick breaks down how specific breathing patterns can calm your nervous system, sharpen your mindset, and may even reduce blood sugar spikes.🔥 Is breathwork just about stress and anxiety—or can it directly impact blood sugars too? Don’t miss this …
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T1D Stress and Blood Sugar, Five Minute Reset
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8:28Summary Stress and T1D go hand in hand. One email, one alarm, and cortisol spikes, insulin sensitivity drops, and your CGM graph climbs. In this kickoff, we walk through a five-minute reset you can actually use today to lower the stress load and help your insulin land. Keywords: type 1 diabetes, stress, cortisol, insulin resistance, CGM, five minut…
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When to Call It: Replace Tech Before Frustration Wins
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6:58Knowing when to say, “Nope, I’m done with this CGM/site/pump part,” and switch it out before it messes with your blood sugar or your brain We’re not here to waste supplies—we’re here to protect peace. Learn the real signs your tech is on its way out and how to make a smooth swap without spiraling. 👉 Listener Challenge: Tell me your early-swap story…
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Your Pump Is Better at Math Than You (And That’s a Good Thing)
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7:55Understanding how your pump calculates boluses—and why it often knows more than your brain mid-meal From IOB to carb ratios and correction factors, your pump is solving equations you shouldn’t have to do while hungry. Learn what goes into those numbers, when to trust it, and when to override with intention. 👉 Listener Challenge: DM me your best “wa…
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What Going Vegan Did to My Blood Sugars | T1D Nutrition Breakdown
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25:18After just ONE week of going vegan as a type 1 diabetic, my insulin needs dropped by 70%. Sounds amazing, right? Well… it almost put me in the back of an ambulance. The wild part? What I learned applies to ANY diet — vegan, keto, paleo, carnivore — you name it. This one mistake nearly wrecked me, but fixing it changed everything. >> ENJOY! Grab you…
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Special Guest // Justin Eastzer @diabe_tech
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1:01:56In this conversation, Justin (diabetech) breaks down where diabetes tech is actually headed. We talk dual-hormone hype vs reality, why Tandem Mobi’s bolus button matters, open-source + AI for unannounced meals, why FDA timelines feel slow, and why the future likely looks tubeless with one device doing more. Takeaways • Community and content led to …
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Track Smarter, Not Harder: Food & Management Apps for T1D
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7:30Choosing apps and systems that help you log meals, insulin, and BG—without burning out Track smarter with tools like SNAQ, mySugr, Undermyfork, and Glooko. Learn which apps are backed by research on improving A1c and time-in-range—and how to avoid tracking fatigue. 👉 Listener Challenge: Try one app this week. DM me what clicked—or what clashed. 💙 S…
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What your CGM is really telling you—and when it’s wrong CGMs are incredible—but they aren’t mind readers. This episode unpacks how CGMs actually work, why there’s always a 5–15 min lag, and when to trust your gut over your graph. Bonus: how to calibrate without confusing your device. 👉 Listener Challenge: Check in with your symptoms this week. DM m…
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5 Type 1 Diabetes Myths Even Doctors Still Believe!
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12:51"𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐠𝐨 𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐧𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭." "𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧’𝐭 𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐬." "𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐭." I’ve heard it all — even from doctors. And I believed some of it... until I learned the truth. In my new video, I’m busting 5 dangerous Type 1 diabetes myths that can literally send you to the ER — even with “perfect” blood sugar. If you or someone you lo…
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Low-Tech Wins: Tracking Without a CGM or Pump
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6:41Making progress with the tools you actually have You don’t need a CGM or pump to understand your blood sugars. This episode is a love letter to low-tech T1Ds—offering real strategies to track patterns, simplify logging, and get the wins without the overwhelm. 👉 Listener Challenge: Choose one thing to track this week—and DM me what you learned! 💙 Sp…
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T1D Weight Loss in 2025: Data-Driven Strategies That Work
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15:44"𝐈 𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝟏𝟐 𝐩𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐟𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡… 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐚𝐧." Sounds impossible, right? But for people with Type 1 Diabetes, this happens all the time — even when you’re eating clean, counting calories, and exercising more. The problem? Most T1Ds are still playing by outdated rules that completely ignore the chaos of insulin, hormones, and…
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How to keep your devices from quitting on you this summer From sunscreen sabotage to sweat-soaked adhesives, summer can be brutal on your T1D tech. This episode unpacks what really causes sensor dropout, plus tips to keep your gear stuck, synced, and stress-free all season long. 👉 Listener Challenge: Try a summer-proofing upgrade for your tech. Tag…
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Avoiding sensor burnout, skin drama, and accuracy fails CGMs don’t lie—but they do get confused if you reuse the same tired skin. This episode breaks down how to rotate your sensor like a pro, avoid “pressure lows,” and keep your skin and your data in sync. Bonus: the science behind sensor accuracy and why rest matters. 👉 Listener Challenge: Try a …
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Keto for Type 1 Diabetes | The Truth Behind the Trend
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17:04Keto, vegan, eat what you want? Let's talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly. You probably disagree with at least one point in this video, and I look forward to seeing the discussions and comparisons in the comments on YouTube 💪 Keto diet for Type 1 diabetics - yes or no? >> ENJOY! Grab your free ticket to this advanced T1D training here: https…
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Special Guest // Endocrinologist Dr. Monica Gomberg
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1:00:06In this conversation, Dr. Monica Gomberg discusses her journey into endocrinology, emphasizing the importance of building long-term relationships with patients. She highlights the complexities of diabetes management, the challenges of accessing endocrinology care, and the role of technology in improving patient outcomes. Dr. Gomberg also addresses …
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Avoiding clogs, scar tissue, and mystery highs with smarter site rotation Your insulin might be fine. Your carb count might be perfect. But if your pump site is tired? That’s where the chaos begins. This episode explains why site rotation matters, what scar tissue does, and how to actually make rotation easy enough to stick with. 👉 Listener Challen…
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Alarm Fatigue, App Overload & Notification Chaos
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6:23Taming your diabetes tech before it drives you bananas Is your CGM acting like a toddler with a megaphone? Between alarms, app updates, and data overload, tech can go from helpful to hectic real fast. This episode shares the science behind alarm fatigue—and how to simplify your setup so it actually supports you (not stress you out). 👉 Listener Chal…
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How I Ate Pasta Without Post-Meal Spikes | T1D Insulin Timing Trick
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14:44Ever sat down to eat pasta and not been sure it it's even worth the spike? As someone who married into an Italian family, I can tell you that I've had my fair share of pasta spikes... HOWEVER, with all that practice, I can also share that I've figured it out - and in today's episode... I'm spilling the secrets 😉 Tune in for a quick, tasty look at h…
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Bluetooth 101: Keep Your Tech on the Same Side
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6:22Why your CGM and pump need to be on the same side of your body Your CGM says “No Signal” and suddenly you’re sweating—not from the walk, but from wondering if your blood sugar is tanking. Today’s episode breaks down how Bluetooth really works (hint: your body is a giant meat sponge) and why keeping your devices on the same side can make your tech a…
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Mastering your T1D tech without losing your mind Your CGM beeps in the middle of a meeting—again. Is it a low… or just a Bluetooth tantrum? This episode kicks off our August series: Tech Troubles & Triumphs. We’re talking CGMs, pumps, alarms, and why “just wear the tech” isn’t the full story. Plus, one tiny tweak you can make this week to reduce th…
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Can You Exercise Without a CGM? Not everyone has a CGM – and even if you do, sometimes it fails. This episode teaches you old-school strategies that still work. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ How to check BG before, during, and after workouts ✔️ Pre-CGM era strategies for safety and confidence ✔️ Why patterns matter more than single data points 📢 Reso…
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The Silent Mental Battle of Living With Type 1 Diabetes
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25:37The trouble with having one invisible illness (like T1D), is that it can often lead to other invisible illnesses - like anxiety, burnout, depression - or worse. In today's episode, I share the 3 "killers" of mental health, my experience with them, and what worked well for me to "break free". If you live with T1D - These are critical to have strateg…
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Special Guest // Rob Howe - Diabetics Doing Things
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54:35Rob Howe on Strength, Resilience, and Doing Hard Things From D2 basketball to fatherhood to hosting Diabetics Doing Things, Rob Howe shows what it means to thrive with T1D. Today, we go deep. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ Rob’s workouts, cold plunges, and daily mental game ✔️ Strength training hacks for T1Ds ✔️ Why discipline and grace must go togeth…
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How to Plan for the Race (or the Random Dog Walk) Whether it’s a marathon or an unplanned walk with a friend, T1Ds need a strategy. This episode builds your checklist. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ Why planned vs spontaneous movement need different prep ✔️ My 5-point pre-movement checklist ✔️ How to feel confident leaving the house 📢 Resources & Link…
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Why Lifting Isn’t Just for Dudes in Tank Tops
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6:33Why Lifting Isn’t Just for Dudes in Tank Tops Think strength training isn’t for you? Think again. This episode unpacks why muscle is your metabolic secret weapon. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ How lifting affects insulin sensitivity and BG stability ✔️ Why gyms can feel intimidating—and how to overcome that ✔️ One simple strength move to try this wee…
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3 Blood Sugar Mistakes That Wreck Your Workouts | T1D Timing Tips
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17:10Ever workout and go low or high? Yes, duh. Type 1 diabetes, right? But over the years with thousands of type 1 clients (and competing in Ironman), I've identified 3 KILLERS of blood sugars when exercising. >> ENJOY! Grab your free ticket to this advanced T1D training here: https://diabetesinaction.com/ Purchase your copy of "The Blood Sugar Freedom…
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Let’s Talk About Basal Insulin Basal insulin affects every workout. This episode unpacks how small tweaks can prevent mid-exercise chaos. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ Why aerobic and anaerobic workouts need different basal plans ✔️ My early mistakes and what finally worked ✔️ An elite ultra runner’s basal strategy for endurance 📢 Resources & Links: …
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Stacking Habits (Without Burning Out) Think adding exercise means overhauling your life? Nope. This episode shows how tiny habit stacks can build lasting health. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ James Clear’s “habit stacking” secret for movement ✔️ How to add a 3-minute walk without burnout ✔️ Why real change is never dramatic (and that’s good) 📢 Resour…
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The One Thing Blood Sugar Formulas CAN'T Fix
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21:14Diabetes is one giant math equation, HOWEVER... The entire equation falls to pieces without the correct BASE. Think about it like a skyscraper... If the skyscraper has the tallest structure, it'll look fancy and impressive... But without the proper foundation, the whole thing crumbles the second the wind picks up a little too much. The same is true…
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Special Guest // Ginger Vieira - Movement, Mindset, Blood Sugars
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52:46Ginger Vieira on Movement, Mindset, and Blood Sugars Powerlifter, coach, author, and T1D powerhouse...today, Ginger Vieira joins the podcast to share what movement taught her about life, diabetes, and trust. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ Her 14 powerlifting records and T1D journey ✔️ Why adrenaline spikes your BG—and how to prep ✔️ Real, practical ti…
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Zone 2 Isn’t Just for Triathletes Zone 2 cardio isn’t just for elite athletes - it’s the secret sauce for blood sugar stability, and today we’re breaking it down. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ What Zone 2 training actually is (without the jargon) ✔️ Why it’s the most BG-friendly movement for T1Ds ✔️ How to try your first Zone 2 workout this week 📢 Re…
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The Blood Sugar Dip Before the Spike Ever finish a workout only to spike like crazy an hour later? Here’s why it happens—and how to plan for it. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ The science behind anaerobic exercise and BG spikes ✔️ My CrossFit spike failures (and learnings) ✔️ A strategy to prep for your next high-intensity workout 📢 Resources & Links:…
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She Mastered Her Insulin Blueprint Using This... Without Her Doctor's Help
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26:42What if there were a way to master blood sugars without your doctor slowing you down? Blood sugar formulas need to be personalized... And when you take the reins, it enables you to make FASTER and more precise adjustments. That's what Eleise learned while going through our program... And in a matter of WEEKS, she was able to "learn everything about…
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Episode 61 – You Don’t Have to ‘Earn’ Your Movement What if exercise wasn’t punishment for what you ate… but an act of partnership with your body? 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ Why fitness culture often fails people with T1D ✔️ How to shift from “earning it” to “enjoying it” ✔️ A mindset experiment you can try this week 📢 Resources & Links: ✅ Downloa…
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Episode 60 – What If I Crash at the Gym? Fear of lows stopping you from moving? This episode unpacks why it happens and how to finally move forward… one snack at a time. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ Why exercise lows are so common with T1D ✔️ How to build trust with movement again ✔️ A simple experiment to get started this week 📢 Resources & Links: …
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Fear vs Freedom: What I Learned From Diabetes Restriction
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19:51I thought restriction was the path to control. I followed the rules. Ate the “safe” foods. Skipped the things I loved - just to avoid the spikes. But the more I played it safe… the less I actually lived. In this new episode, I break down the hidden cost of diabetes restriction - and what finally set me free. If you’ve ever avoided a meal, a moment,…
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You showed up. You pre-bolused. You experimented. And the results? They speak for themselves. This episode is a celebration of the real-life wins we saw in June—and a look ahead to what’s coming in July. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ Community wins from the pre-bolus challenge ✔️ Why timing your insulin really is a game changer ✔️ What’s next: our Ju…
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Pre-Bolusing with Inhaled Insulin: Timing, Benefits, and Considerations
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5:35Heard about Afrezza but not sure how it fits into pre-bolusing? This episode breaks down what makes inhaled insulin different—and how it could change your timing game. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ How inhaled insulin like Afrezza actually works ✔️ Why its faster action may change when (and if) you pre-bolus ✔️ Key considerations before switching fro…
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You’ve probably heard that pre-bolusing is “a good idea,” but what does the research actually say? This episode walks through the real data—from A1C to mental health—and why those extra minutes matter more than you think. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ A1C and TIR benefits from consistent pre-bolusing ✔️ Survey insights on diabetes distress ✔️ How eve…
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My NEW Diabetic Morning Routine (It Works!)
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31:06Most people with diabetes wake up, check their blood sugar, and hope for the best… But what if the first 10 minutes of your day could completely change your numbers - without changing your insulin? I tested a new morning routine that blends breathwork, movement, light exposure, and nervous system regulation… and the results shocked me. 😳 Blood suga…
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Not every victory in T1D is visible on your CGM. Sometimes, the real success is feeling less wrecked after dinner—and more like yourself again. 📌 Today, We’re Covering: ✔️ The emotional aftermath of post-meal spikes ✔️ What invisible progress looks like with T1D ✔️ How pre-bolusing helps you win the mental game too 📢 Resources & Links: ✅ Download t…
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