Simplifying Diabetes

In this Client Spotlight episode, I'm joined by one of my clients to share her real, unfiltered experience living with type 2 diabetes.     If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're doing everything "right" but not seeing the results you want, this conversation will feel incredibly relatable.   We talk about what life looked like before things started to change, the key mindset and be...

Do you feel like you're "good" all day only to find yourself standing in the pantry at 9 PM looking for chips, crackers, cookies, cereal, or ice cream? If so, this episode is for you. In today's episode of Simplifying Diabetes, I'm breaking down the Crash → Crave → Spike Cycle and explaining why nighttime cravings are often a blood sugar issue—not a willpower issue. We'll talk about: • What the bl...

GLP-1 medications are everywhere right now but so is the misinformation. In this episode of  Simplifying Diabetes , we break down what GLP-1 medications actually are, how they work in the body, why side effects happen, and why these medications are far more nuanced than social media makes them seem. We discuss: what GLP-1 stands for, the difference between natural GLP-1 and medications, Ozempic, W...

In this episode of  Simplifying Diabetes , we're unpacking one of the most controversial—and misunderstood—topics in nutrition: diet soda. After a recent viral post, I received thousands of comments ranging from genuine questions to strong accusations—everything from "this spikes insulin" to "you must be getting paid by soda companies." So let's talk about it. As a registered dietitian and diabete...

If your blood sugar still feels unpredictable—even when you're "doing everything right" with food—this might be the missing piece.   In this episode, I'm joined by Emily, a personal trainer, and we're breaking down  exactly  how strength training impacts your blood sugar… during your workout, after your workout, and long-term.   We get specific about: • Why muscle is one of the most powerful tools...

If managing your diabetes feels overwhelming… this episode is for you. In this episode of  Simplifying Diabetes , we're breaking down the  5 ways you might be overcomplicating your diabetes management —and why doing more isn't always the answer. Because here's the truth: Most people aren't struggling because they're not trying hard enough… They're struggling because they're trying to do  too much...

Feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice about managing blood sugar? In this episode of  Simplifying Diabetes , I break down the  fastest, simplest ways to improve your numbers —without cutting out all carbs or giving up your favorite foods. We'll cover: Why tracking your patterns is the first step to control How to build balanced meals that actually stabilize blood sugar Why consistency beats pe...

If you've ever felt overwhelmed, confused, or like you're constantly doing something wrong when it comes to your blood sugar… this episode is for you. In this first episode of  Simplifying Diabetes , I'm sharing my story—how I became a dietitian, what I learned working in diabetes care, and the personal experiences that completely changed how I approach health and blood sugar management. More impo...