What we will cover today: 1. What your Alc actually represents (biologically) 2. How your diet affects your Alc level 3. How your exercise regimen affects your Alc level 4. How low-carbohydrate diets reduce your Alc (but increase your level of insulin resistance) 5. Why your Alc is an incomplete indicator of your diabetes health 6. How to reduce your Alc and gain insulin sensitivity ------------ Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes! Please leave us a review to ensure that the Mastering Diabetes message reaches as many people living with diabetes as possible. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook

How to Lower Your A1c by 2.0% and Lose 20 Pounds by Eating More Fruit – E152

Welcome to the Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience, where we teach you how to sit in the driver’s seat of your diabetes health for the rest of your life. We’ll teach you how to reverse insulin resistance, achieve your ideal body weight, gain energy, and get your BEST A1c following almost 100 years of evidence-based research in the Mastering Diabetes Program.

Our program teaches you how to reverse prediabetes and type 2 diabetes, and how to simplify your life with type 1 diabetes by maximizing your insulin sensitivity using food as medicine. 

We are on a bold mission to reverse insulin resistance in 1 million people. We’re glad to have you joining us.

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Ready to transform your life? Lauren and Kylie are here to guide you. They talk about the nitty-gritty of personal growth, from practicing self-care to staying positive when things get tough. Using nature's cues, like the changing seasons and the symbolism of dragonflies, they show how transformation is a journey, not a destination. You'll get real-world advice and inspiration for navigating the ups and downs of change, whether you're revamping your health habits, exploring a new passion, or just trying to live more intentionally. If you're ready to embrace transformation, inside and out, this conversation is for you.

Changing to a Healthy Lifestyle (It’s NOT Hard!)

Ready to keep your healthy habits on track while traveling? Kylie and Lauren dish on how a little planning and know-how can keep you feeling your best, whether you're lounging at an all-inclusive or exploring off the beaten path. They share their go-to strategies for feeling your best on the road. They cover: • Finding gyms and markets in advance for a smooth trip • Communicating your dietary needs like a pro at restaurants • Why fasting might be a game-changer on travel days • Scoring delicious, lifestyle-friendly meals at all-inclusive resorts • Packing essentials for healthy eating anywhere • Managing diabetes with ease while abroad • Where to find affordable insulin in a pinch overseas • How a bit of prep work can totally transform your travel experience   Give this episode a listen for practical tips and motivating stories to help you rock a healthy lifestyle wherever you roam. Share it with your travel crew and let us know your favorite takeaways!

Keep Yourself Healthy While Traveling: Diabetes Management Tips

Wendy Sullivan gets real about her journey with type 1 diabetes and how she's using her experiences to help others as a registered dietitian and coach at Mastering Diabetes. She talks about how her dad's positive vibes and her yoga and plant-based living adventures have shaped how she approaches diabetes management. Tune in to learn about: • Using the power of mindset and affirmations to your advantage • Tackling challenges like perfectionism and fear head-on • Why celebrating small wins is a big deal • Mixing holistic practices into your diabetes care routine • Making plant-based eating easy for better blood sugar • Awesome client stories of reversing type 2 diabetes • How family support and leading by example can make a difference Check out Mastering Diabetes for more expert convos and real-world tips on rocking a plant-based lifestyle for top-notch diabetes management and overall health. Drop a review to let us know your thoughts, and share this episode with anyone who could use a dose of Wendy's resilience, hope, and belief in the power of baby steps!

Learning to Live Healthy with Type 1 Diabetes: A Health Coach's Story

In this podcast episode, Jacinda Shapiro, a registered nurse, certified diabetes care and education specialist, and health coach, shares her family's transformative journey to a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle. From reversing her son's failure to thrive diagnosis to resolving chronic conditions like asthma and eczema, Jacinda offers valuable insights and practical tips for navigating societal norms and raising healthy kids. Discover: • The fiber-microbiome connection in disease prevention • Coaching strategies for lasting lifestyle changes • Celebrating small victories in health transformations • The role of resilience and mindset in overcoming challenges • Simplifying plant-based nutrition for accessibility • Success stories of clients transforming their health • The power of a plant-based lifestyle in reversing chronic diseases Subscribe to The Mastering Diabetes for more conversations with health experts and actionable advice on embracing a plant-based lifestyle for optimal health. Leave a review to share your thoughts, and pass this episode along to friends and family who may benefit from Jacinda's empowering message of transformation and hope.

How a Whole-Food, Plant-Based Diet Transformed My…

This episode covers Cyrus Khambatta interviewing Gin Stephens, an author and intermittent fasting expert, where she shares her story and lessons learned on making fasting work for weight loss and health. Gin explores her experiences, providing a new perspective on the world of dieting and weight management. This discussion goes beyond the surface, delving into the personal aspects of fasting and its potential for change. Gin shares valuable insights from her own journey and from helping others on their paths to well-being. These are the main points talked about:• Navigating various diets like low-fat, keto, and plant-based on the way to fasting success • Discovering the importance of clean fasting for simpler, more effective results • Understanding how sweet flavors during fasting can hinder progress without you knowing • Establishing realistic expectations and timelines for fasting success, as progress varies for each person • Identifying your ideal eating window for sustainable, enjoyable fasting • Tackling common fasting challenges with practical, experienced advice • Synchronizing your fasting with your body's natural rhythms for enhanced benefits • Recognizing the significant potential of fasting beyond weight loss This topic moves past the data and explores the real-world, human experience of fasting for health. Gin's science-based, relatable approach reminds us that we're all unique individuals on this sometimes difficult but ultimately gratifying path to our best selves.

How to Lower Your A1c by 2.0% and Lose 20 Pounds by Eating More Fruit – E152

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