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Fueling Fire: Smart Eating for Blood Sugar Control in the Fire Service
Fueling Fire: Smart Eating for Blood Sugar Control in the Fire Service
In this episode of the Fueling Fire podcast, host Megan Lautz welcomes Madi Cheever, a registered dietitian and type 1 diabetes expert, to discuss blood glucose management, diabetes, and prediabetes specifically for firefighters. They explore the science of blood sugar, clarify differences between Type 1, Type 2, and prediabetes, and debunk myths about carb restriction. Cheever shares actionable meal strategies that fit the unpredictable fire service lifestyle—like eating protein and fiber before carbs to tame blood sugar…
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