The Healthy Diabetic

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In today's episode, I sit down with RD and T1D Kelly Schmidt. Over the past couple of months, I've been dealing with a lot of digestive distress. So, I thought, what a great opportunity to bring Kelly on and have her coach me on what to eliminate and what to introduce to my...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In today's episode, I sit down with Frederike T1D and Diabetes coach. Frederike was diagnosed in 1979 at the age of four. This was such a fascinating conversation because it shows all of us who depend on technology how good we have it today. Frederike talked about how Diabetes wa...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In today's episode, I sat down with T1D and comedian Chelcie Rice. Chelcie was diagnosed in 1985 and lives in Pensacola Florida. We talked about his 40 years of T1D and how he's overcome complications with retinopathy. We also discussed his comic career and managing Diabetes...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In today's episode, I sat down with Adam Imer, a T1D and professional field hockey athlete. Adam and I talked about his diagnosis story and how he's overcome multiple challenges during his transition from junior high to the professional level of field hockey. We also discuss...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In today's episode, I got to sit down with Arnie Bunch, a T1D Father and endurance enthusiast. Typically, when I have a Diabetic on this show, we talk about their Diabetes journey, challenges, and how they overcome those challenges. These are things that you, the listener, can re...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In today's episode, I sat down with Jack Sinclair, a T1D, surfer, lifeguard 1 of 2 T1D's in his family. Jack's sister was diagnosed 6 months before him. Jack's Instagram Simplifying Life With Diabetes - Coaching Resources: Website: www.simplifyingdiabetes.com Newsl...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. Lily Nichols is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher, and author with a passion for evidence-based Nutrition. She is the founder of the Institute for Prenatal Nutrition®, co-founder of the Women’s Health Nutrition Academy, and the author of Real...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In today's episode, I sat down with Amanda Golden. Amanda is a T2D and a Diabetes advocate. Amanda and I discussed the unusual circumstances of her diagnosis and her journey so far with T2D. Amanda is another example of mismanagement at diagnosis and not leading with empathy and...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. Brady Gribbin was 7 years old when he was diagnosed with T1D in April 2022. While he has had his share of obstacles, Brady has found his own way to persevere as he continues to learn how to live with Diabetes. He lives in New Jersey with his parents, Michelle and Joe, and his older si...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In today's episode, I sat down with Michelle Hale, a T1D, real-estate agent, and Diabetes philanthropist. Michelle has a great quote, "I believe every day is a gift, and  I believe in being powerfully present." Michelle wants to inspire people to live a happy, confident...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In today's episode, I sat down with T1D Melissa Slemp. Melissa has been Diabetic for 42 years and is also a Diabetes Health Coach who helps women transitioning into menopause and dealing with hormonal displacement. Melissa's Resources: Website Type 1 In Midlife Podcast Insta...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. Brian was diagnosed with Type 1 at age 21. Despite the suddenness of his diagnosis and lack of education about managing Type 1, he was determined to not let diabetes hold him back. Brian has always prioritized health and fitness, which meant managing blood sugars was a bit of an adjus...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In today's episode, I sat down with Byron Smith a T1D for over 30+ years. This is the third addition to the Camp Nejeda Series. Simplifying Life With Diabetes - Coaching Resources: Website: www.simplifyingdiabetes.com Newsletter Sign Up "More Than A1C" - My Signature Co...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In today's episode, I sit down with Diana Licalzi & Jose Tejero, the authors of Type 2 Diabetes Revolution. Diana and Jose started their careers in the medical field too quickly to leave for the private sector. They strive to help type 2 diabetics reverse insulin resistance a...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In today's episode, I sit down with Megan Koehn, a Type 2 Dietitian who left the clinic to start her own practice so she could make a deeper impact on Diabetes. In this episode, Megan and I discuss things like your doctor's role in your management, the role good quality food...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. Have you ever wondered what it was really like living with Diabetes before technology? I know I have! In todays episode, I sat down with Wemara Lichty who has been Diabetic for let's just say a long time. We talked about the depths she had to go to keep herself alive and the chal...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In May, I had the chance to take part in and speak about "The Importance Of Advocacy" at an adult Diabetes camp called Camp Nejeda in New Jersey. During my time there, I had the opportunity to sit down with some of the adults and record short clips of their lives with Diabet...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In today's episode, I sit down with Leah Healey T1D since the age of 7 years old and founder of One2One Diabetes. One2One Diabetes provides people living with diabetes a beautiful and organized packing solution for all their medical equipment when traveling. Leah and I also discu...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In today's episode I bring back Christel from Diabetes Strong. Christel joined me for episode #175 as we discussed her journey through Diabetes and the evolution of Diabetes Strong. In this episode we talk in more depth about exercise and other powerful things we didn't have...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In today's episode, I sit down with Tia Bravely. Tia  has had type 1 diabetes since she was 14 years old. Diabetes has never been something that has held her back from anything she has wanted to accomplish in life. She has always used Diabetes to inspire herself and others. She w...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. Medina “Nia” Henry is a passionate Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner specializing in type two diabetes management. With a focus on natural solutions, Nia helps type two diabetics achieve optimal blood sugar balance and reduce or eliminate the need for medications. Nia also h...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In today's episode I got to sit down with Mila Hennigan and her Mother Cindy Hennigan. Mila was diagnosed with T1D in January of 2023. Ever since I meet Mila she has had a swagger about her, not allowing Diabetes to stand in her way. I had Mila's mother Cindy on the show bac...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. Today's guest is Elizabeth Gasser with Tandem Diabetes Care. We talked everything from Tandem's evolution and strategic innovation strategies to their integration of Control IQ as an automated delivery system. So many great things to unpack in this episode.   Check out this...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In today's episode, I sat down with Azure Wolfe a T1D of 44 years. We talked about her journey with Diabetes and her pivot point and how she used yoga and started practicing being connected with her body, feelings, emotions, and the community. Azure's Resources: Instagram: Z...

Hey Diabuddy thank you for listening to show, send me some positive vibes with your favorite part of this episode. In today's episode, we I sat down with Nurse Practitioner, Holistic Nutritionist, and T1D Danielle Sorenson. Danielle has lived with T1D for over 34 years. She helps families with T1D to simplify diabetes management to improve their quality of life, mental health and Diabetes con...