Correction Dose

We've covered keto. We've covered vegan. And honestly, it left us more confused than ever. What about those of us who aren't up for extremes? In a world flooded with diet advice, we cut through the noise and get back to basics. We explore guidance from diabetes charities, the NHS, and Zoe to answer the question, "What does a balanced, sensible diet look like for type 1 diabetic...

How long does it last? Does it stay on? Is it hard to insert?  Sounds dirty. But these are just a few of the questions you might have about the world's top two continuous glucose monitoring brands.  In this episode, Cait (Libre 2 Plus user), and Tracy (Dexcom G6 user), insert new CGMs and discuss the pros and cons of the two brands including: comfort ease of use accuracy warm up times app fea...

Ever had a week where your insulin needs go nuts with no explanation?  If you're a woman with T1D (just like the cool kids at Correction Dose), we might have the answer.  The hormones that run the menstrual cycle can mess with glucose management...AND glucose management can mess with your cycle. In this episode, Tracy breaks down the biology behind the cycle - what's actually going on wi...

You've probably heard that carbs are the enemy. And it makes sense. A carb-free meal can make for nice, steady post-meal glucose levels. But what if there's another way?  New York Times bestselling author and type 1 diabetic Robby Barbaro has pioneered a diet that aims to increase insulin sensitivity and reduce long-term health issues for all kinds of diabetes and prediabetes with a vega...

Signing up for a new piece of diabetes kit is a big decision. This thing is literally going to be attached to your body 24/7. It's going to help keep you alive. So why do we settle for advice from a well-meaning medical professional with a fully functioning pancreas? Or worse, a company rep. What we really need is an honest review from a real diabetic user! That's exactly what we're...

There's nothing like a 2am hypo alarm to interrupt a good night's sleep. Bad blood sugars = bad sleep. But did you know that it goes both ways? A few missed zzzs can contribute to blood sugar chaos the following day.  Episode highlights: Why sleep is essential for good health. How sleep impacts type 1 diabetes. Science-backed tips for a good night's sleep (even when T1D gets in the...

What happens if a type 1 diabetic eats meat and nothing else? And when we say "nothing else" we mean absolutely nothing else.  Some diabetics say the carnivore diet has improved their blood sugars and transformed their lives - but others warn of extreme health risks. So, will this radical lifestyle make you feel like king of the savannah or just plain offal?  In this episode: How the car...

You know that feeling when you meet another diabetic and they just get it ? They know all the important stuff your doctor doesn't - like how it feels when someone says "Are you sure you can eat that?" or how to remove CGM glue.  Bridget McNulty is the founder of Sweet Life, South Africa's biggest diabetes community, and an innovator in the diabetes education space.  In this epi...

Ever wondered what happened to diabetics before insulin was discovered? Or how modern insulin was invented? Or what it was like to have diabetes 50 years ago?  We were certainly curious. So in this episode, we dive into the history of type 1 diabetes - from ancient India to early glucose testing and modern pharmaceuticals.  What we found was fascinating and left us feeling SO grateful to be diabet...

Thinking of having a baby but not sure what to expect? You're not alone. Diabetic mums can have gorgeous, cuddly, perfectly healthy babies. But, as with many things in life, diabetes adds a whole lot of complexity to the process.  Dr Cally Brits is a medical doctor and type one diabetic who recently gave birth to a healthy little boy. Tracy and Cait quiz her on the whole experience from pee s...

In universities and pharmaceutical labs all over the world, smart folks in lab coats are working on making life with diabetes a whole lot easier. From oral insulin to stem cells and a CGM you only change once a year, Cait and Tracy have done the research to figure out what's on the horizon and on the market for type one diabetes treatment. Plus, we figure out why talking about a cure is so da...

Dogs can be trained to detect low blood sugar in their type 1 diabetic best friend. For people without hypo awareness, this can be life saving - especially when tech fails or isn't available. And who wouldn't want a furry friend looking out for them when their glucose crashes? In this episode, we talk to Lucy Breytenbach from Honey's Garden - a non-profit that trains medical alert d...

Travel with type 1 diabetes requires some extra planning. There's the heat, the supplies, security scanners, new food, new activities, and long sedentary flights... but also so much joy and adventure. In this quick bonus episode, Cait and Tracy reflect on what they've learned from bikepacking adventures in Morocco, backpacking in China, and the delights (not) of airport security around t...

What should I do if I have ketones? Does glucagon work after a glass (or bottle) of wine? And should I inject for a steak and salad?  These are just a few of the questions that are answered by DAFNE - the diabetes management course that sounds like someone's great aunt! DAFNE stands for D ose A djustment F or N ormal E ating. It's a free course offered by the NHS for type 1 diabetics. In...

* If you're one of our wonderful T1D listeners, share this with someone special.  So, someone in your life has type 1 diabetes. Have you ever wondered... Wait, can they eat that? What is that thing they're wearing? What should I do in an emergency?  What causes diabetes anyway?  Should I be offering more support? If that sounds familiar, then this episode is for your. We cover all the ba...

Ever had a shivery, horrible, scary low in the middle of a long walk, rugby match, or spring clean? Ever had a medical professional tell you exercise with type one diabetes is dangerous?  It's true, exercise can send you crashing or spiking. But mostly it's vital for your health and an absolute joy. Plus, it can turn your muscles into powerful insulin processing machines.  But how do we...

Should you mention diabetes on the first date? If not, then when is the right time? And if you and your date walk off into the sunset, how do you navigate diabetes as a couple?  There's no one-size-fits-all answer but Tracy and Cait share their own romantic experiences as diabetics. Plus, a guest appearance from Cait's husband Tom who knows all about those 2am alarms and blood sugar mood...

As type 1 diabetics we're all partial experts on bolusing. We do it every day, multiple times a day. We've gathered so much data on ourselves. And yet, (at least for Cait and Tracy) it seems to go wrong quite often.  This episode covers some of the maths and science behind calculating the perfect dose, plus plenty of tips and tricks for stress-free bolusing, and this month's T1D cha...

Sinking all your time and energy into managing diabetes is a miserable way to live. But if you neglect diabetes, you'll end up feeling ill and stressed. The key to a happy life with diabetes is finding a balance, somewhere between those two extremes. But it's not easy!  In this episode, Cait and Tracy speak to Sarah Lam, a diabetes psychologist with more than 30 years of clinical experie...

February's challenge is to test your basal insulin dose! Because getting basal right is a game changer for type 1 diabetes management. In this episode, Cait and Tracy talk about: Why we need insulin when we're not eating Why our basal requirements change throughout the day  How basal insulin mimics the physiology of a non-diabetic A step-by-step process to test and adjust your basal  Plu...

Most people give up on their New Year's resolutions by the 31st of Jan. As type 1 diabetics, we can't afford that luxury! To continue January's goal-setting theme (and make sure we set goals we can actually stick to) we spoke to behavioral strategist Tereeza Ballantine about: Her ultimate goal-setting strategy. How to deal with the negative voice in your head.  The difference betwee...

Our challenge for January is to set goals for our diabetes in 2025. But what exactly should we be aiming for? In this episode, Cait and Tracy break down the stats and science behind metrics like HbA1C, Time in Range, and glucose variability and share their personal experiences with the "big scary numbers". But it's not all about the numbers. This episode also covers tools for tracki...

Cait and Tracy are on a mission to live their best lives with type 1 diabetes by taking on a new challenge every month. In this introductory episode they cover diagnosis stories, their go-to hypo snacks, and what they would say "no" to because of T1D (Spoiler: they're up for almost anything!).  Come along for the ride!  *This podcast does not constitute professional medical advice....