Thrivabetic: Thriving with Diabetes

In this episode, I sit down with Kelly Schmidt, registered dietitian, to dive into the connection between gut health and Type 1 diabetes. We explore leaky gut, the importance of bacterial diversity (and why T1Ds tend to have less), plus how probiotics and fermented foods can support overall wellness.  Connect with Kelly on instagram here . For more information on all that she offers, you can find...

In this solo episode, Kate is sharing 10 practical and mindset-shifting tips to help you feel better about diabetes—whether it’s managing burnout, reframing frustrations, or finding small wins in everyday moments. This episode is for entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult your doctor before making any changes. Find me on Instagram and Tiktok @thrivabetic. Find the blog here...

In this episode Kate talks about dealing with diabetes when things in life aren’t going great. Sometimes diabetes feels like too much and it ends up taking a backseat. Kate discusses how she’s been coping with this and some mindset shifts that have been helping. This episode is for entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. I am just speaking from my personal experiences which may be c...

In this solo episode, Kate dives into the challenges of navigating the holiday season with diabetes. Between not always knowing the carb counts of homemade foods and hearing comments about whether or not you can eat certain foods, it can be stressful. Kate discusses what she’s doing to take care of herself during this time. This episode is for entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice....

In this episode, I chat with Amanda, a nutritionist living with type 1 diabetes, who shares her journey from an all-or-nothing mindset with food to a more balanced approach. Amanda used to believe that a strict low-carb diet was the only way to keep her blood sugar in check. Over time, she discovered that different foods have varying effects on blood sugar, and by understanding these impacts, you...

In this episode, Kate dives deep into the often-overwhelming experience of anxiety before endocrinologist appointments. Many diabetics feel like they need to defend their choices or fear being judged for their diabetes management. Kate explores the emotional toll this can take, especially when healthcare providers focus solely on numbers rather than understanding the individual’s unique experience...

Back for another solo episode, Kate talks about her stubbornly high blood sugars and all the frustration and anger that has come along with it. She goes into all the feelings behind anger and how she’s trying to cope with it. This episode is for entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. I am just speaking from my personal experiences which may be completely different from your own. Co...

Sometimes our blood sugar goes to 250 before we clock in for work and the day is ruined… or maybe not. Kate talks about her week and some ways that she’s been working on more self awareness including catching negative thought patterns before spiraling into them. This episode is for entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. I am just speaking from my personal experiences which may be c...

What do we lose as a result of diabetes? This week Kate talks about her feelings around all that’s been lost with diabetes including a responsibility free childhood, eating without much thought, and more. She also talks about all the emotions felt within grief such as resentment, envy, loneliness, and shame. This episode is for entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. I am just speak...

On this episode Kate recaps her first ever backpacking trip. She goes over her packing list and all the things she learned plus advice from avid backpackers online. 

Riley shares her college experiences including burnout, drinking, going to concerts, and working in the cannabis industry.  We also discuss growing up with diabetes and dealing with insecurities.  This episode is only for entertainment purposes and is not medical advice. Connect with me on Instagram and Tiktok @thrivabetic. Find the blog here and  The Thrivabetic book here . If you enjoyed this ep...

Kate recaps her time at Electric Forest, a 4 day music festival in Michigan. She goes over her packing list and how she managed her blood sugar with all the walking and heat. Top take aways from the trip: -Bring lots of candy for frequent lows while walking. Make sure the candy won't melt in your bag. A plastic wrapping around it will be much better, my starburst and mambas melted. -Make sure...

TRIGGER WARNING: Discussion of eating disorders. This week I am joined by Natalie, a recovered diabulimic and Eating Disorder Recovery Mentor. Natalie shares her story of living with diabulimia for almost a decade and we dive into the details of how it affects the mind and body, signs and symptoms to look out for, and how to get help. To join Natalie's free support group on Facebook click her...

Community has been a huge part of growing confidence and finding acceptance for diabetes for both Kate and Tini. On this episode we get to talk all about the various ways community has improved our mental and emotional wellbeing. We touch on "hot diabetic summer" and how were prepping for our devices to be out in the open with the warmer weather. Tini also tells me all about "Hot Di...

I released this almost 3 years ago as my very first Thrivabetic podcast episode. As I celebrate 10,000 podcast downloads, I wanted to re-release this episode since it has been my most downloaded one of all time. It's been a while since I shared my diabetes origin story so for anyone who hasn't heard it, here ya go :) 

On this weeks episode, Kate gives a mental health update including her depression medication journey and how she's been feeling this spring. Kate also discusses her struggles "micromanaging diabetes" and how she is trying to let go of controlling everything. She talks about the pros and cons of always seeing her blood sugar numbers and how it can be very difficult to not take a bunc...

On this week's episode I talk with Lissie, who is a diabetes health coach. We dive into her journey to improving her health and diabetes management, finding support, and how diabetics can take small steps to improve their own management. Lissie uses a whole body approach to help diabetics gain predictability without restriction. Find Lissie on instagram @needlesandspoons_ or her website needl...

In this episode Kate gives a mental health update and some things she's been going through and processing over the last year. She talks more in depth about this feeling of a foreshortened future which she relates to being diagnosed at a young age and feeling like the future was very uncertain. Guilt, shame, blame, and control are also discussed.  This is my personal experience which might dif...

This week I am joined by Dr. Katie Lee to talk all things oral health related to diabetes. Katie is dentist and author of "Saved by the Mouth". She has worked with hundreds of individuals to improve their overall health through a whole-body approach to oral health. We discuss the mouth-body connection and how diabetes can impact oral health. Katie gives us a wide range of ways to prevent...

Nick Stewart joins me this week to breakdown all things running with t1d. Nick has run almost 20 marathons and has a wealth of knowledge for managing blood sugar during long periods of exercise. We talk about everything from basal rates, fueling before a run, insulin before/during/after runs, and more. I also give my half marathon recap and everything I learned over these last few months training....

This week Jess joins me to talk about a range of topics. Jess tells me what it was like watching technology change over the years, her experiences with diabetes burnout and depression, and managing diabetes while running a business. We also discuss her book, The Type One Life and what inspired it. Find Jess on Instagram @jesscreatives and her book is on Amazon.com . Find me on Instagram and Tiktok...

Maureen is a pediatrician, allergist immunologist, author, and life coach. She has three children, one of which survived childhood cancer and then was later diagnosed with Type One Diabetes. Through watching her daughter, Kylie, Maureen has learned a lot about how to support a child with diabetes, how to ask for help, and how to improve your mindset and mental health. You can find Maureen’s books,...

14:04 to skip to discussion on insulin price crisis. The bottom line: Insulin is not affordable for diabetics living in the US. In 2021, 1.3 million Americans said that they ration their insulin. Insulin cost 9x more in the US than similar nations. On this week's episode, Tini and I go in depth on the Insulin Price Crisis, resources to help diabetics in need, and what we can do. Resources: Mu...

On this week's episode, Kate talks about her difficult couple months with diabetes. She's been chasing the highs and lows and feeling frustrated with her blood sugars. Now that things seem to be getting better, she shares her thoughts on the seasons we experience with diabetes and life. Sometimes it's better to relax into where we are rather than go to extremes to get out of it. Thi...

This week Heather and I discuss all things dating and diabetes. We talk about first dates, what we put in our dating app profiles, how to bring up diabetes in the beginning stages (and the anxiety around it), navigating diabetes when in a relationship, and more! This episode is for entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. We are just speaking from our personal experiences which may b...