Your Diabestie Podcast

Finding Hope When You're Feeling Hopeless In this episode of the Your Diabestie podcast, host Mila, who lives with latent autoimmune diabetes in adults, discusses finding hope during challenging times. Mila shares her personal experiences with depression, anxiety, and loss, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging diabetes burnout and the overwhelming nature of living with chronic condition...

Revolutionizing Women's Health: How Qvin is Transforming Menstrual Pads into Diagnostic Tools In this episode of the Your Diabestie podcast, host Mila Clarke, a board-certified health coach and nutritionist, interviews Dr. Sara Naseri, the co-founder and CEO of Qvin. Dr. Naseri discusses the innovative approach of turning menstrual pads into diagnostic tools to give women better control over their...

In our latest episode of Your Diabestie , host Mila Clarke sat down with Dr. Devin Steenkamp, a renowned endocrinologist from Boston University's Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, to explore the critical connection between type 2 diabetes (T2D) and cardiovascular disease (CVD). From understanding personal risk factors to building sustainable health strategies, this episode offered a we...

In this episode, Mila tackles a touchy topic - privilege. There’s nothing inherently wrong with having privilege. Privilege isn’t something we always choose or control. It’s often a result of the circumstances we’re born into or the opportunities that come our way. But in order to have real conversations about inequality, especially when it comes to diabetes care, we have to acknowledge that privi...

Join Mila Clarke in this enlightening episode of Your Diabestie Podcast, where she takes a deep dive into the complex relationship between diabetes and weight loss. With a personal perspective of living with Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in adults, Mila explores the often-controversial topic of weight loss drugs, their potentials, and drawbacks. Combined with significant lifestyle changes, could thes...

Join me, Mila Clarke, on a heartfelt journey of empowerment and self-acceptance in this episode of Your Diabestie podcast. As someone living with diabetes, I understand the unique challenges we face, including the impact on body image and self-esteem. In this episode, we delve into the often-overlooked topic of body image within the diabetes community, exploring practical strategies for embracing...

Visit diabestiepod.com for the full episode and transcript. Mila Clarke shared her personal experiences as a Black woman living with latent autoimmune diabetes in adults and the challenges she faces within the American healthcare system.0 Despite having good healthcare coverage, she encounters difficulties obtaining necessary medical devices and filling prescriptions due to sudden coverage issues...

In the podcast interview on "Your Diabestie" hosted by Mila Clarke, Alicia Torres shares her extensive journey with diabetes, spanning over 25 years, starting from her 20s. Initially, Torres did not take her diagnosis seriously, leading to frequent hospitalizations due to unmanaged insulin levels. The conversation highlights the stigmatization surrounding medication in diabetes managemen...

Todays episode of Your Diabestie discusses preventative healthcare and the importance of proactive measures to prevent chronic lifestyle diseases. Sana Alajmovic, the CEO of Sigrid, shared her personal connection to diabetes and her inspiration to work in preventative healthcare. Sigrid's technology uses Silica to slow down digestion, reduce caloric uptake, balance blood sugar, and prevent the...

In this episode of Your Diabestie, Mila discussed the multifaceted nature of diabetes, including its causes and symptoms, and highlighted the different types of diabetes and their management strategies. She emphasized the importance of recognizing warning signs and seeking appropriate care and support. Mila shares advice on making small lifestyle changes to impact blood glucose readings and stress...

Today's episode with Corinna Santa Ana is just one of those conversations that I wish could have kept going. Every time we chat, the episodes are SO wonderful. In this episode we cover: Insulin Prices and Global Impact: Corinna discusses the issue of insulin prices in the United States and how the USA makes an impact. She emphasizes the global impact of choices made by companies producing insu...

On This Episode, Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist Diana Licalzi and Exercise Physiologist Jose Tejero talk about the benefits of embracing a plant-based diet, and finding joy in movement. To watch the video podcast and grab the transcript visit DiabestiePod.com!

Doctor's visits are a necessary part of diabetes management. But, here are some questions you can ask, that make the most of your doctor's appointment. Check out diabestiepod.com for the transcript and video of this episode. You can also leave questions for the podcast at HangryWoman.com.

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As we approach the holiday season, it's important to be aware of the challenges that people with diabetes may face. While this time of year is full of joy and celebration, there are also added stressors and temptations that can make managing blood sugar levels more difficult. Remember, you're not alone in this. We're in this together, and with the right planning and mindset, we can nav...

Kylene Redmond is the type of diabestie you want by your side. She's real, she's encouraging, she'll hype you, and she'll text you at 5 am to make sure you did that workout you said you were committed to. On this episode, her and I talk long-distance friendships, accountability, and representation for people with all types of diabetes. Get the video podcast, and the full transcript...

When you have a strong support system with diabetes, you can't overlook it. In this episode, I talk to my best friend, Katie Moreno. She knew me before my diabetes diagnosis, during some of the roughest periods of that transition, and has some great advice for those who love someone with diabetes. Get the full transcript, video episode, and more at diabestiepod.com. Here's where you can fi...

Mila details what it's like to be unemployed with a chronic illness, but also how to advocate for yourself in the process and how to change your outlook so you can move forward. This episode is also crucial for businesses that employ people with chronic diseases. For the transcript of this episode, visit diabestiepod.com.

In this episode, Mila reveals things she wishes she knew when she was diagnosed and how it would've helped her cope. Thanks for listening to Your Diabestie. Want to leave a comment for the show, ask a question, or tell us what you think? Send us a note, and get all episodes and transcripts at diabestiepod.com

In this episode, I wanted to introduce you to me, and tell you about why I started this podcast, my relationship to diabetes, and the kinds of conversations you might hear on the pod. Get the transcript for the pod here: https://hangrywoman.com/your-diabestie-podcast-season-1-episode-1-hey-diabesties-im-mila/

Life with diabetes...sucks. But having a diabestie along for the ride makes it much easier. When I was first diagnosed in 2016, I had no one. I felt alone, and I felt ashamed. I felt like I was on an island by myself. So I decided to change that, and become everyone's diabestie. No one should have to do diabetes alone. So, now with this podcast. You don't have to.