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In the next month full of holiday occasions, the focus is on family, friends, and in reality, FOOD! When turning down pumpkin pie, fudge, and or a hottie tottie, we can sacrifice long-standing family relations. What’s the pancreas-deficient to do? We got your back, dishing out the best advice we’ve got built on the back […]

In the next month full of holiday occasions, the focus is on family, friends, and in reality, FOOD! When turning down pumpkin pie, fudge, and or a hottie tottie, we can sacrifice long-standing family relations. What’s the pancreas-deficient to do? We got your back, dishing out the best advice we’ve got built on the back of a few hangovers, highs, lows, and good times. Kelly McKeever Registered Nurse, making his 2nd appearance today, dropped by to lend some professional and personal advice as a guy with a type 1 diagnosis.

Kelly mentions recipe carb calculator. Here it is at SparkRecipes.

We referenced that post we wrote a year ago that had something to do with Thanksgiving. Here it is at 7 Foolproof Means To Let Diabetes Take Over Your Thanksgiving.

If you want a full history on Kelly and what he’s all about, or you just can’t get enough of our voices, here’s a link to his first podcast.

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Diabetes and driving – race car driving that is… is the topic today as Amber recently won the Lilly Diabetes My Diabetes Pit Crew Sweepstakes! She’s officially an honorary member of Ryan Reed’s pit crew and was given the opportunity to interview the Nascar driver about life on the road with diabetes. In this first ever MiniPod, we talk real life […]

Diabetes and driving – race car driving that is… is the topic today as Amber recently won the Lilly Diabetes My Diabetes Pit Crew Sweepstakes! She’s officially an honorary member of Ryan Reed’s pit crew and was given the opportunity to interview the Nascar driver about life on the road with diabetes. In this first ever MiniPod, we talk real life – Amber style (no filter). Ryan Reed indulges her “non-traditional” questions, shares his go-to recipes, and who has access to giving him a shot.

Please join us on Saturday, November 14th as we route for car #16 in the NASCAR XFINITY Series race at the Phoenix International Raceway. Look for Amber’s name… and possible likeness on the suit being worn by Ryan and his pit crew!

Drive to Stop Diabetes program is sponsored by Lilly Diabetes and the American Diabetes Association.

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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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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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