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The Healthy Diabetic
Welcome to The healthy Diabetic Podcast, each week I talk about how to navigate the complexities of diabetes. I interview doctors, Endo's, dietitians, CDE's, technology leaders, caregivers, and of course anybody who is affected by diabetes. This show is for you if you're looking for safe, educational, and engaging conversations. I promise to brighten your day, and you'll be sure to leave educated, supported, and guided on your way to a healthier and happier life with diabetes.
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Episodes
The Healthy Diabetic#156: A Parents Resilience Navigating Diabetes - Cindy & Scott Hennigan
Ever find yourself questioning the resilience of your own spirit? Join me as I speak to Cindy and Scott, brave parents of a young type 1 diabetic daughter…
The Healthy Diabetic#154: Bonus Episode -The Camp Hamwi Series (Part 2) - Bethany
Have you ever been curious about the personal stories of individuals living with diabetes? Today, you will have the pleasure of meeting Bethany, a…
The Healthy Diabetic#155: Bonus Episode - The Camp Hamwi Series (Part 3) - Cayden & Grayson
I've had the pleasure of meeting many inspiring athletes in my role as a coach. However, my conversation with Cayden and Grayson, two young soccer enthusiasts…
The Healthy Diabetic#153: The Friendship Of A Diabetic & A Civilian - Dylan & Jake
What if you could be the master of your own health, even with a condition as complex as diabetes? I had a powerful conversation with Dylan and Jake, two…
The Healthy Diabetic#152: 5-Ways To Improve Your Blood Sugars
In today's episode, I discuss the 5-effective ways to improve your blood sugars. Not only will these enhance the stability of your blood sugars and improve…
The Healthy Diabetic#151: Bonus Episode - The Camp Hamwi Series (Part 1) - A Siblings Story - Pumeria & Ky'ell
Are you curious about how diabetes impacts not only the individual living with diabetes but also their family members? Join me as I walk down memory lane with…
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#150: Diabetes - Is It Your Fault?
Is diabetes your fault? This is a question I'm sure you've asked yourself at some point in your journey. I know this question plagued a lot of my emotions and…
The Healthy Diabetic#149: A Holistic Approach to Treating Illnesses with Diabetes
In today's episode, I share my personal story and experience treating diabetes while dealing with sickness, fatigue, and uncertainty. Listen as I describe a…
The Healthy Diabetic#148: The Role of Physical Activity in Diabetes - Azul Cook
Picture a place where young diabetics learn to manage their condition and gain the confidence to break free of limiting stereotypes and lead fulfilling lives…
The Healthy Diabetic#147: Diabetes Community With Danica Collins
In today's episode we sit down with Danica Collins, a Type 1 diabetic for over 17 years, who has transformed her life through proactive diabetes management and…
The Healthy Diabetic#146: A CDE's Perspective - BSN, RN, CDCES - Jessica Dudzinski
In today's episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jessica Dudzinski, T1D, Mother, RN, and Certified Diabetes Educator. For 17 years, Jessica has been…
The Healthy Diabetic#145: A Diabetic Memoir - T1D Ultra Endurance Athlete Nick Klingensmith
When life throws a curveball, how do you respond? My guest, Nick Klingensmith, faced not one, but three life-shattering diagnoses - cancer, diabetes, and…
The Healthy Diabetic#144: Exploring the Impact of Ozempic on Diabetes Management
Ever wondered about the potential benefits and risks of diabetes weight loss drugs? Today, we’re unwrapping that question with an in-depth look at Ozempic…
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#143: Redefining Pediatric Endocrinology & Diabetes Care: Dr. Jennifer Dyer
Are you ready to gain a profound insight into pediatric endocrinology and diabetes care? You'll hear about her inspiring path into endocrinology, her…
The Healthy Diabetic#142: Defying Diabetic Odds: Leonardo Varroni
Imagine your life taking an unexpected turn when you're suddenly diagnosed with COVID and type 1 diabetes. That's exactly what happened to Leonardo, or "Leo,"…
The Healthy Diabetic#141: Diabetes Food Values
Do you ever stop to think about what truly matters when it comes to your food choices? As someone living with diabetes, understanding my food values has been a…
The Healthy Diabetic#140: Diabetes Patients vs. Their Medical Team
In today's episode, I welcome back Mark Picardo, T1D, elementary school administrator and father. Mark recently met with someone on his medical team about the…
The Healthy Diabetic#139: Living Confidently with Diabetes
Do you ever feel like you have NO confidence in living with diabetes? Discover how asking yourself specific questions and understanding your relationship with…
The Healthy Diabetic#138: Navigating An Unhealthy Diabetic World
In today's episode, I discuss the importance of aligning your personal values with your health goals and finding the right balance amidst all the noise…
The Healthy Diabetic#137: Diabetes & Exercise with Ginger Vieira
In today's episode, I sit down with Ginger Vieira. Ginger has celiac, fibromyalgia, has published 7-8 books on diabetes, is a mother of two, and is a member of…
The Healthy Diabetic#136: Diabetes Coaching Perspectives - Lissie Poyner
In today's episode, I sit down with Lissie Poyer T1D, founder of Needles & Spoons, and host of Keeping it 100. Lissie and and I talk about her diagnosis story…
The Healthy Diabetic#135: Diabetes Vulnerabilities - Kelly Schmidt
This is by far the most emotional episode I've released. Kelly and I were going to talk about food and how the foods you eat affect your mood. We decided to…
The Healthy Diabetic#134: Mental Fortitude Living With Diabetes - Mark Picardo
In today's episode, I sit down with T1D and educator Mark Picardo. Mark is an assistant administrator at a local elementary school in Rochester, NY. We discuss…
The Healthy Diabetic#133: Pregnancy With Diabetes - Ashley Neuhaus
In today's episode, I sit down with T1D and new mom Ashley Neuhaus. Ashley has a fascinating diabetes story. What is truly extraordinary is this new mother's…
The Healthy Diabetic#132: Rock & Roll With Diabetes - Jeremy Asbrock
In today's episode, I sit down with rock & roll star Jeremy Asbrock, who was diagnosed with type 1 in his 30's. We discuss his incredible journey with diabetes…
The Healthy Diabetic#131: Berberine or Metformin? (Part 2) - Ancient Bliss
In today's episode, I sit down again with Macy Schuchart, the founder of Ancient Bliss, a Herbal Organic supplement company. We discuss my experience with one…
The Healthy Diabetic#130: Debunking Diabetes Detox Myths - Kelly Schmidt
In today's episode, Kelly and I discuss the importance of doing a Detox and Cleanse for people living with diabetes. Stay tuned to the end of the episode for…
The Healthy Diabetic#129: Managing Blood Sugars as a Collegiate Athlete - Anthony Agazarm
In today's episode, I sit down with Anthony Agazarm a previous collegiate D1 wrestler. We discuss his time at Ohio State trying to compete at a high level…
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#128: Manual Therapy vs. Technology
Diabetes is an ever-changing chaotic condition. Sometimes is so chaotic that we don't know whether to utilize technology or manual therapy. In today's episode…
The Healthy Diabetic#127: Exercising with Diabetes
Exercising with diabetes is always a topic I find myself discussing as a strength coach. There are misconceptions about exercise and the right type of exercise…
The Healthy Diabetic#126: Berberine or Metformin? (Part 1) - Ancient Bliss
In today's episode, I sit down with Macy Schuchart the founder of Ancient Bliss a Herbal Organic supplement company. Show Notes: www.AncientBliss.com Instagram…
The Healthy Diabetic#125: More Than Diabetes - Sam & Luke Stevens
In today's episode, I sit down with Sam and Luke Stevens, co-founders of More Than Diabetes. An insurance company specializing life insurance and mortgages for…
The Healthy Diabetic#124: A Personal & Professional Journey With Diabetes - Paige Proctor
In today's episode, I sit down with Paige Proctor. Paige is a T1D, board-certified PA-C, and online fitness coach. We discuss Paige's personal journey as a…
The Healthy Diabetic#123: Manipulating Your Blood Sugars During The Female Cycle - Kelly Schmidt
Are you a women who struggles with fluctuating blood sugars during your menstrual cycle. Today's episode is going hopefully give you some insight and tips and…
The Healthy Diabetic#122: Type 1 to Type 2 to Reversing Diabetes - Chris Fimbrez
In today's episode I sit down with Chris Fimbrez. Chris went from a misdiagnosis of type 1 to type 2 on medication, to reversing his diabetes. Listen as Chris…
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#121: The Hidden Secrets Behind Food Labels
Have you ever looked at a food label and asked yourself, "what the heck is that?" Well, you're not alone. Interpreting a food label is one of the hardest…
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#120: Reframing Limiting Beliefs with Diabetes
Diabetes isn't an easy condition to live with. As diabetics, we are sometimes plagued with FEAR and limiting beliefs about diabetes. I identify some of these…
The Healthy Diabetic#119: The 5-Pillars to Healthy Blood Sugars - Kelly Schmidt
In today's episode, I got to sit down with T1D and dietitian Kelly Schmidt. We talk about our recent experiences with Omnipod 5 and how our vision has shaped…
The Healthy Diabetic#118: Diabetes Reflections of 2022
In today's episode, I talk about my views on diabetes in 2022. It's important to reflect on our past experiences to celebrate or improve upon behaviors and, in…
The Healthy Diabetic#117: Gut Health w/T1D Dietitian - Kelly Schmidt
In today's episode, I got to sit down with T1D and dietitian Kelly Schmidt to talk about gut health. Nutrition is a misunderstood topic with layers upon layers…
The Healthy Diabetic#116: The Diabetic Duo - Ellen Watson & Beth McDaniels
In today's episode I got to sit down with two incredible young women. Beth and Ellen are type 1's and lifelong friends. Beth and Ellen have a social media…
The Healthy Diabetic#115: Tech Genius & T1D - Justin Eastzer
In today's episode, I sit down with Justin Eastzer, better known as "Justin Tech," on social. Justin has been a T1D for about a year and a half. Interestingly…
The Healthy Diabetic#114: Black-Diabetic-Girl - Kylene Redmond
In today's episode I got a chance to sit down with Kylene Redmond or better known as BlackDiabeticGirl on social media. We talked about Kylene's diagnosis…
The Healthy Diabetic#113: Diabetes Stories - Liz Lightfoot
In this episode I sit down with Liz Lightfoot. Liz was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the age of 12 and like most young diabetics diagnosed in the 90’s she…
The Healthy Diabetic#112: Diagnosis Hope - Jason Tharp
Did you have a lousy diagnosis filled with a lack of empathy and swirling emotions that you are currently struggling to overcome? If so, this episode will be a…
The Healthy Diabetic#111: T1D & Diabetes Coach - Matt Vande Vegte
In this episode I sit down with T1D and Diabetes coach Matt Vande Vegte. Matt shares his story of how his diabetes has evolved personally and in his role as a…
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#110: What is The Healthy Diabetic Podcast About?
Thank you to all The 2TYPEONES Podcast Listeners. It's been a great journey over the last two years. As most of you know, my co-host Graham Hubbard has decided…
The Healthy Diabetic#109: Is Your Insulin Working For You?
In today's episode I talks about how he deals with blood sugar rollercoasters. Everyone should have a checklist to determine the cause of blood sugar…
The Healthy Diabetic#108 Diabetes Humor - w/Tom Walton
In today's episode I sit down with former guest Tom Walton. We talk about an app he recently started using and diabetes humor. Also, please visit Life Care…
The Healthy Diabetic#107: Overwhelming Positivity Or Embracing The Suck?
In today's episode we play would you rather. Would you rather have overwhelming positivity at the time of diagnosis or would you what to be told the truth…
The Healthy Diabetic#106: Purple Hearts
In this episode I discuss the new diabetes movie Purple Hearts. What is it like to live with diabetes? Visit My Diabetes Coaching Website…
The Healthy Diabetic#105: Are Low Blood Sugars Really The Problem?
I've been fascinated with Lows for a long time. So many people tell me they are afraid of lows. I wonder if lows are the problem or if it's how you're handling…
The Healthy Diabetic#104 Let's Meet Real Diabetics - Caitlin Vincent
In today's episode Graham and I sit down with Caitlin Vincent. We've brought so many diabetics on this show. Caitlin is another example of why it's so…
The Healthy Diabetic#103: What's On Your Mind About Diabetes?
In today's episode, Graham and I discuss some hot diabetes topics. Things like the democratic build-back better plan, diabetes pain thresholds, the challenges…
The Healthy Diabetic#102 Diabetes Care Givers - Cindy Tzagournis
In today's episode, Graham and I sit down with Cindy Tzagournis, mother of Olivia Tzagournis from episode #98. Graham and I talk a lot about management styles…
The Healthy Diabetic#101 Let's Meet Real Diabetics - Stephanie DeRita
In Today's episode, we sit down with Stephanie DeRita. Stephanie is a T1D, a mother, teacher, fiancé', and diabetes awareness advocate. In this episode, we…
The Healthy Diabetic#100 Governmental Policies - Aaron Turner (JDRF)
In Today's episode, we sit down with Aaron Turner. Aaron is an experienced public policy and government affairs professional who works to positively influence…
The Healthy Diabetic#99 - Diabetes Fundraising
In today's episode, we sit with Sarah Miller (T1D) and Dale Wynkoop (Diabetes Caregiver) to discuss their connection with diabetes. One is a caregiver, and the…
The Healthy Diabetic#98 Let's Meet Real Diabetics - Olivia Tzagournis
In today's episode, we sit down with Olivia Tzagournis to talk about her life with diabetes and how she's overcome diabetes being diagnosed at such a young…
The Healthy Diabetic#97 Is this The Face Of Diabetes?
In today's episode we talk about Graham asks me an interesting question. "With everything happening in your life, is this the face of diabetes at its worst?"…