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In this episode of the Diabetes Nerd podcast, we’re chatting with Kirk Pero about his journey with type 2 diabetes (T2D).

Kirk spills on his diagnosis story, the lifestyle moves he’s made—including dietary tweaks and getting active—and the social hurdles he's encountered along the way.

Kirk shares that he's all about finding what works for YOU and drops some practical tips for anyone wrestling with diabetes management. Plus, we dive into medication’s role and the power of support systems in crushing health goals.

A great conversation to kick off the new year! Happy 2026, everybody.

Thanks to Eversense Diabetes for sponsoring today's episode. Eversense is home to the world's only 365-Day CGM. Explore if Eversense is right for you at eversensecgm.com.

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DISCLAIMER: This video is not medical advice. Ginger Vieira is not a doctor. Please consult your healthcare team before making any changes to your healthcare regimen.

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