Not everyone has the same carb tolerance — so why are we all following the same carb counts? In this episode, we're breaking down what a carb threshold actually is, why it matters especially if you have diabetes or insulin resistance, and how to figure out YOUR personal carb limit. No guessing, no one-size-fits-all advice — just a simple, practical way to dial in what works for your body. Tune in and finally stop wondering how many carbs are too many.

The Cortisol-Diabetes Connection: How Stress Hormones Impact Blood Sugar Control

Uncover the hidden link between cortisol and type 2 diabetes in this essential podcast. Learn how chronic stress and elevated cortisol levels sabotage blood sugar management, increase insulin resistance, and make diabetes harder to control.

Discover:

• How cortisol raises blood glucose and triggers insulin resistance
• The stress-blood sugar cycle that worsens type 2 diabetes
• Why managing cortisol is crucial for A1C reduction
• Practical strategies to lower stress hormones naturally
• The connection between cortisol, belly fat, and metabolic syndrome
• How sleep, exercise, and lifestyle choices affect cortisol levels

Essential listening for anyone with type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, or struggling with stubborn high blood sugar despite diet changes. Understanding cortisol's role in glucose metabolism empowers you to take control of both stress and diabetes management.

Protein-Powered Mornings: Transform Your Type 2 Diabetes Management with High-Protein Breakfasts

Discover how protein-forward breakfasts can revolutionize blood sugar control for type 2 diabetes. This podcast explores the science behind high-protein morning meals, why they're essential for diabetes management, and how they help stabilize glucose levels throughout the day.

Learn about:

• Best protein sources for diabetic-friendly breakfasts
• How protein slows glucose absorption and reduces blood sugar spikes
• Practical meal ideas and recipes for busy mornings
• The connection between breakfast protein and insulin sensitivity
• Managing A1C levels through strategic nutrition choices

Perfect for anyone living with type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, or supporting loved ones with blood sugar concerns. Whether you're newly diagnosed or looking to optimize your diabetes diet, this podcast provides actionable strategies for starting your day with metabolic health in mind.

PCOS is often treated as a hormone or fertility issue — but that approach misses the real driver behind most symptoms. In this episode, we break down the link between PCOS and insulin resistance, explain why birth control and “hormone balancing” fall short, and what actually improves PCOS long term. If you struggle with weight gain, irregular cycles, acne, or fatigue, this episode explains what’s really happening — and where to focus instead.

In this episode, Stephanie sits down with the creator of Shotsy, the GLP-1 tracking app designed to help users stay consistent with medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound.

We talk about why Shotsy was created, how tracking your injections and symptoms can improve results, and what thousands of users are teaching us about weight loss, safety, and long-term success on GLP-1s.

You’ll learn:
• How tracking builds consistency and accountability
• What most GLP-1 users struggle with
• The features inside Shotsy that make the biggest difference
• How to pair tracking with your provider’s guidance
• What’s coming next for the app

If you’re using GLP-1 medications or supporting someone who is, this episode gives you practical tools and real insight to make the journey easier and safer.

Download Shotsy wherever you get your apps and start tracking your GLP-1 journey today.

Struggling to lose weight or manage your blood sugar no matter what you eat? It might be insulin resistance — the hidden root cause of type 2 diabetes. In this episode of The Ditching Diabetes w the Diabetes Maven Podcast, Stephanie breaks down what insulin resistance really is, how it develops, and simple, science-backed steps to reverse it naturally. Learn how your body responds to food, stress, and hormones — and what you can do today to start improving your insulin sensitivity and reclaim your energy.

In this episode, I open up about my personal journey with type 2 diabetes—from the moment I was diagnosed to how I lowered my A1C from 8.1 to 5.7 and took back control of my health. You’ll hear the struggles, breakthroughs, and mindset shifts that helped me reverse my diabetes naturally through faith, food, and lifestyle changes. If you’ve ever felt discouraged or stuck, this episode will remind you that healing is possible and that you’re not alone.

What if one of the healthiest lessons for managing blood sugar didn’t come from a doctor’s office — but from a canal-lined city across the world?

In this episode, I’m sharing surprising habits I observed while spending time in Amsterdam — a place where walking is a way of life, bikes rule the streets, and meals look wildly different from the typical American plate. 

Ditching Diabetes is the podcast for women ready to break free from blood-sugar chaos and reclaim their health—without the overwhelm.

Hosted by Stephanie Guignard, NP, also known as The Diabetes Maven, this show blends science, strategy, and simplicity to help you reverse insulin resistance, balance hormones, and finally feel in control again.

From GLP-1 medications to meal prep, mindset, and faith, each episode gives you the tools and truth to ditch diabetes for good.

🎧 Subscribe and join the movement toward freedom, confidence, and vibrant health.

Not all supplements are created equal—especially when it comes to managing blood sugar and supporting metabolic health. In this episode, I share the five supplements that made the biggest difference in my journey to reverse type 2 diabetes. From magnesium and berberine to omega-3s and vitamin D, you’ll learn what they do, how they help, and what to look for when choosing high-quality options that actually work.