As Amber and Ryan have poured their collective souls into the Internet (a slightly terrifying thought) over the past two years, they’ve noticed a few themes when it comes to living life with this disease. That’s what today’s all about: realness in the form of personal experience. With 40+ years of experience between the two, they widdled down the advice into 8 simple, everyday lessons.

Here’s what you’re in for today:

Ryan, after a few tough experiences, no longer thinks about relationships when low.

Amber’s opening up to friends and family about diabetes… Just ask, they’ll tell you it’s true.

Denial is sneaky

Links:

Photo of Ryan’s dad’s table

Amber has influenced Ryan! He “might” sign up for the option to take tests with emergency candy via the Disabilities Act…

#walkingscienceproject – We would love to hear

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Welcome to the 10th episode of Real Life Diabetes Podcast with guest Tonya Cameron – She’s a dear friend and mentor of Amber’s from her days of slinging pasta and chatting at Joe’s Taverna in Norman, OK. Tonya is a full time registered nurse, certified mirco-pigmentologist, lover of all things flora and fauna and a professional student according to her mother. Passionately devoted to a healthy lifestyle, her value in an Integrative Medicine Clinic is unquestioned. This gal can talk kale smoothies, load an IV, or give a botox injection while blowing your mind with her wealth of knowledge and opinions on all things health transformation. She’s the perfect DDG guest!

 

SHOW NOTES

Podcast #4 – 405 Craft Beer

Integrative Medical Treatment – diet, supplements, IVs, adjunct therapy, amino acid complex

Dr. Rothwell, M.D.

Supplement Recommendations:

N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine – Retinopathy

Probiotics – Helps with gut biome

Ryan mentioned this study on the connection between a type 1 diagnosis and the gut microbiome

Multivitamin – Douglas Labratories

Zinc

Human beings are similar, but not the same. – Tonya

We are a #walkingscienceproject. It’s up to you to determine what’s best for your body.

American Lifestyle

Eating dead food

Sugar Addiction

Macronutrients

Glycemic Index – The glycemic index, or GI, measures how a carbohydrate-containing food raises blood glucose. – American Diabetes Association 

Recommended Reading: 

Glucose Revolution the Author by Dr. Jennie Brand-Miller

Tonya embodies health – she shares a few thoughts. 

Knowledge is Power

Have conversations with farmers about the process

No one is a super hero, just do your best.  

Glucose Tablets – Must HAVE.

The Power of Food

Amber: What would you tell someone who is interested in upping their game at the grocery store?

Tonya:

Check out what’s in season

Load up on nutrient foods

You’ve done your research…

Diversity in your food choices

Ryan plugs a few of his favorite foodie/lifestyle books:

Eat To Live by Joel Fuhrman: Really though, a must-read. Powerfully motivating if you’re a need to know the facts kind of person.

Eat & Run by Scott Jurek: For the ultrarunner in all of us… or some of us, it strikes a vegan cord.

The Engine 2 Diet: If a firefighter can spark a health movement, we all can. No offense firefighters.

Meat Is For Pussies: It’s time to man up… whatever than means these days.

Thrive: A How To Guide To Do Endurance Stuff In The Healthiest Way Imaginable

Supplements:

Chromium

Love to hear from T1D’s who have used this supplement

Omega 3

Vitamin D3

Carniscence

Kyolic – aged garlic

Bitter Melon Extract – Here’s some very non-conclusive research supporting a possible fat oxidation function

* Goal of supplement use: Prevent complications, limit inflammation and increase blood flow.

Check out the post about diabeetus.

 

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For those who are familiar with how our website operates, this will come as no surprise–we held nothing back. Today’s show is all about sharing the diabetes journey. Every so often, it’s just nice to know that you aren’t the only one digging the trench. That’s sometimes the metaphor we use when thinking about diabetes on a daily basis. We’re not experts, just people living a real diabetes life and talking about it. Thanks to all who dropped in a question.

We went deep into endurance exercise with John Brandenburg and how to prevent a low blood sugar during. Having that conversation with roommates can be tough. We talked about how, why, and when to bring it up. Ever had an issue with medical supplies? Oh yeah, we have. Amber still, yes still, prefers shots over the pump. She gave us her rational and made stellar points.

Appreciate the likes, listens, and shares everyone! Keep on living your best life with diabetes!

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SHOW NOTES

Ryan talked about running a marathon and his training program. Here’s his guide to marathoning with diabetes.

John and Ryan’s list of snacks during runs and bike rides: Gu and Hammer Gels (Huckleberry is the best!)

After answering Luminary Xion’s question, Ryan wrote an article: One Thing To Stay Sane With Diabetes

At Amber’s request, here’s a Glucagon Injection Video (Sweet British Accent, especially when saying hypo):

Amber found the stylish meter cases. Check them out at Pump Wear. 

Congratulations to AngeeNoel for taking home iTunes Review of The Week title. Shoot us an email to [email protected] and we’ll mail you a shirt and other things!

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All in all, Amber and Ryan were pumped to cross paths on the island of Maui and share their traveling journeys to date. How do each of them deal with airport security? What do they eat in airports? Snacks? You know they both had snacks. At the time, Ryan had been on Maui for a month, mainly combing beaches and pretending to be a surfer. Amber focused on socializing in every happy hour across the island for two weeks. She breaks down the Hawaiian culture and cuisine, while he gives us insight into managing blood sugar while surfing.

SHOW NOTES

Aloha. We hope you enjoy a few show notes and links from our adventure to Maui.

Amber’s first stop at the lovely Royal Lahaina Resort. She enjoyed her first few days in a resort setting before moving on to other parts of the island.

Ryan books a room for 6 weeks and Amber stays in a random side house via airbnb.com.

Maui Sunrise Downhill Bike Ride

RipCurl – Ryan loves this brand more than most people.

We purchased a GoPro to document our ridiculous adventures. Watch out world – now you can watch the DDG on the big screen. 

Whew… Ryan documents his time on the board. Here’s a look at a day in the ocean with Ryan… and diabetes.

CVS – we need pharmacies in airports. We are planting the seed – MAKE IT HAPPEN.

Ryan’s Instagram photo documents the diabetes supplies he packed for his journey. Are you following the DDG on Instagram? All the cool kids are doing it.

Best Restaurant Ever in Makawao = Market Fresh Bistro. Everything is made fresh and grown in the area.

Tomato salad, kalmata  with goat cheese fritters.

Tofu and eggplant sandwich on freshly baked bread (Ryan’s newest addiction while in Hawaii). CLICK HERE to read his latest rant on this addiction.

Mana Foods in Paia. Damn good produce, tabouli, all things organic and is a great spot for people watching.

Charley’s Restaurant & Saloon in Paia – This is a must stop a badass happy hour and is the go-to pub for Willie Nelson and his family.

YUM- We enjoyed a Coconut Porter by the Maui Brewing Co. and a Longboard Ale by the Kona Brewing Co. 

Bobo’s Oat Bars – Can always be found in Ryan’s backpack when traveling…should he remember to pack snacks.

Clif Bars – YUM. Clif Bars are a DDG staple.

Qdoba – One of Ryan’s go-to airport stops for food.

Fruitarian Diet – less fat and oils. Future Podcast coming soon. We would love to hear your thoughts so drop us a comment via the DDG SpeakPipe link or iTunes review. We dig hearing your voice.

Amber wanted to smell like a coconut so she purchased Hawaiian Tropic Sunscreen. Mission accomplished.

Ryan and Amber both ponied-up to the bar for a wonderful meal and experience at Fleetwood’s On Front Street. They accommodated Amber’s “particular” choices and Ryan’s vegan lifestyle.

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At the age of 13, did an event define your career path? For Kelly, it happened. A PWD–the importance of using this term instead of a diabetic was discussed, too–he now counsels patients with diabetes on a daily basis as part of a diabetes clinic. His real perspective for patients is invaluable. He relates to the ineffectiveness of the 15–wait–15 rule. He understands what it’s like to do something you regret when low or high. He’s been in that spot, where no matter how much insulin you dial up, your blood just won’t come down. He can empathize. 

 

We discussed how he became a diabetes health professional, his top advice, his approach to patients, the importance of the diabetes online community, and the story behind how he received his diabetes diagnosis, from a football coach. Kelly joined the DDG team over in Amber’s living room, on a sweltering Oklahoma summer day.

 

SHOW NOTES

Ryan’s personal favorite flavor of glucose tablets, that need to be in your nightstand!

Looking to follow-up with Kelly? Here’s his Twitter handle: @wkmckeever

Here’s an a1c calculator, depending on your average blood sugar.

An official news report on Skinny Pants Syndrome.

The book on southern eating, that Amber plans on remodeling for a PWD, On The Road Again by Morgan Murphy.

The woman, we kind of mentioned wears the Omnipod on her arm, is Robin Arzon. IG: @robinnyc

***Let it also be noted, as Kelly explained, that he is currently in the process of earning his CDE credentials. Ryan blew that one in the intro. ***

Anyone else felt a low blood sugar in a dream? Tell us about it below!

Here’s an image we’ve seen around the doctor’s office that could use some person-first language editing:

 

 

The team, including audio engineer Jonathan Stapleton, celebrating another ridiculous podcast:

 

 

 

Big thanks to Sanofi for mentioning our podcast in their summary of the best diabetes podcasts!

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This man has a story to tell and we jumped right into it. Mike Hosty is a musician by trade, playing 2-3 shows a week across the Southwest. His weekly Sunday institution at The Deli has entertained a couple of decades of students, leading to more than a few skipped Monday morning classes. We brought him on the podcast to hear about his health journey.

With a family history of a bicuspid heart valve where there should be a tricuspid aortic valve, Mike found out four years ago that he was at risk for some major complications–a cardiologist at a show he was playing diagnosed him with an echocardiogram right before a show. After an open-heart surgery resulting in a new cadaver valve, Mike has traveled the tough road back to playing gigs and being an active Dad. For anyone on the chronic disease path littered with adversity, Mike has plenty of words of wisdom to apply to the journey.

Kick back. Enjoy the show. Try to laugh.

SHOW NOTES

Who knew that reading Chicken Soup for the Soul could lead to a podcast guest? Amber did… Here’s the book:

The Official Mike Hosty Fan Site

Look up Mike’s next show, read a few stories, or snag a t-shirt.

The official Hosty family mascot, Sammy:

The old school, family relic, stereo system:

Mike’s Heart Pillow:

The Ross Procedure (not for the faint of heart… Get it?):

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It’s one thing to be the person receiving a type 1 diabetes diagnosis. It’s yours. It’s pretty straight forward for you. Take shots, count carbs, and survive. To be on the other side of the glass, as the parents, is another challenge in itself. Parenting can set the foundation for a successful life of type 1 diabetes management. The Fightmasters have an endless collection of diabetes experience, including crazy low blood sugars, insulin mix-ups, little league sports, and sending a kid to college. Their perspective is one of autonomy, flexibility, forgiveness, and empowerment. We joked, debated, and even came close to shedding a tear, although it was right in the middle of Oklahoma’s allergy season.

 

We’re starting something new. Each week we’re going to recognize the best, most incredulous iTunes review of this podcast since the last show. We have a few contenders. We encourage you to join the contest. Why? Because we’ve got prizes. We’ll mail you the first edition, DDG t-shirt if you win. Click HERE, drop in your review, and we’ll let you know who wins next time.

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SHOW NOTES

We love these people and dished out various shoutouts during the podcast:

– DiabetesMine.com

– Rich Roll Podcast with Robin Arzon

* You’ll want to run through the diabetic brick wall after hearing this podcast. Great conversation from a person recently diagnosed with T1D and not letting it slow her down in the slightest.

– Scott Johnson from ScottsDiabetes.com

Here’s the list of miscellaneous stuff from this week’s talk:

– The Official Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes 

– Everyone made fun of Ryan for his outlandish estimation of 10 million current type 1 diabetics and here’s the truth… JDRF estimates 3 million total people with a T1D diagnosis. Not too far off, I guess.

– Amber talked about the weight challenges involved with her earlier years on NPH. This article tends to agree with her sentiment.

We promised to attach a few images:

* Misty (The Matriarch Of The Fightmaster Family)

 

 

* Dr. Blackett (The Voice of Reckoning)

It’s one thing to be the person receiving a type 1 diabetes diagnosis. It’s yours. It’s pretty straight forward for you. Take shots, count carbs, and survive. To be on the other side of the glass, as the parents, is another challenge in itself. Parenting can set the foundation for a successful life of type 1 diabetes management. The Fightmasters have an endless collection of diabetes experience, including crazy low blood sugars, insulin mix-ups, little league sports, and sending a kid to college. Their perspective is one of autonomy, flexibility, forgiveness, and empowerment. We joked, debated, and even came close to shedding a tear, although it was right in the middle of Oklahoma’s allergy season.

 

We’re starting something new. Each week we’re going to recognize the best, most incredulous iTunes review of this podcast since the last show. We have a few contenders. We encourage you to join the contest. Why? Because we’ve got prizes. We’ll mail you the first edition, DDG t-shirt if you win. Click HERE, drop in your review, and we’ll let you know who wins next time.

Got a question for us? Ask it! We’re going to answer questions at the beginning of each podcast from hear on out. Join the Q&A by clicking that blue button on the right side of the homepage! (Only available on desktop browsers)

SHOW NOTES

We love these people and dished out various shoutouts during the podcast:

– DiabetesMine.com

– Rich Roll Podcast with Robin Arzon

You’ll want to run through the diabetic brick wall after hearing this podcast. Great conversation from a person recently diagnosed with T1D and not letting it slow her down in the slightest.

– Scott Johnson from ScottsDiabetes.com

Here’s the list of miscellaneous stuff from this week’s talk:

– The Official Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes 

– Everyone made fun of Ryan for his outlandish estimation of 10 million current type 1 diabetics and here’s the truth… JDRF estimates 3 million total people with a T1D diagnosis. Not too far off, I guess.

– Amber talked about the weight challenges involved with her earlier years on NPH. This article tends to agree with her sentiment.

We promised to attach a few images:

Misty (The Matriarch Of The Fightmaster Family)

 

 

Dr. Blackett (The Voice of Reckoning)

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We admire and respect what Trae Carson and Jonathan Stapleton are crafting over at 405 Brewing, Norman’s first microbrewery. As people with diabetes, we were curious about the brewing process, the carbs, and, well, the taste of their Spring Stout. On all fronts, they did not disappoint. We talked about why carbs aren’t on the outside of most beer bottles. They helped Ryan unravel the mysterious effects of different beers on his blood sugar. We dug up carbohydrate counts on Guinness, Bud Light, IPAs, stouts, and lagers. We even got into the science behind alcohol’s interaction with the liver and how it causes the eventual plummeting of blood sugar. For all of those folks who love good weather and a drink to go with that occasion, this podcast was for you. Enjoy.

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SHOW NOTES

405 Brewing, Co. 

The places to find a 405 Brewing beer on tap: Scratch Kitchen and Cocktails and The Abner Ale House, McNellie’s

The Complete Beer Calorie and Carbs List

The ADA’s Official Pocket Companion for Carb Counting

Harvard’s population study on beer consumption and type 2 diabetes risk

Nice summary article of the current research on beer and workout recovery

Yes, women are the original brewers of beer. Article here.

Trae mentioned Nexus Brewery out of Albuquerque, featuring a prominent female brewer.

The nutrient comparison for beer vs wine.

As promised, the Bradford Pear wiki page

Prairie Artisan Ales

Roughtail Brewing Company

COOP Ale Works

Mustang Beer

Thirsty Planet Brewery in Austin, Texas

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Amber and Ryan got together, just to catch up on the diabetic life. The diabetes world is booming with news. Inhaled insulin is on the diabetic radar again, with Afrezza now on the market. New research revealed how diabetes leads to an increased risk of depression. They were not surprised. Mindfulness plays a role here, and they discussed its benefits. They shared their opinions. Coconut oil has them obsessed. Along with those topics, they rambled as only those with diabetes can, regarding just about everything that affects blood sugar, which is well, everything.

Show Notes

Here’s a list of the links Amber and Ryan referenced during the show:

– Amber and Ryan mentioned the meaningful, insightful piece of art on the wall, completely about diabetes.

– Amber is the Director of Dreamer Concepts. They’re transforming the arts scene in Norman, OK.

– Dave Asprey is the founder of THE Bulletproof Coffee. Check out his message HERE.

– Ryan came up with his own version of bulletproof coffee.

– Ryan mentioned a saturated fat study out of Ohio State.

– NutritionFacts.org, the place to research any food item.

– Amber loves the Oh She Glows Cookbook, a plant-based edition to your cookbook library.

– Amber and Ryan discussed the latest inhaled insulin by Mankind and Afrezza

– Check out ScottsDiabetes.com. He’s dropping knowledge over there.

Big thank you goes out to Jonathan Stapleton for the audio work!