In this episode of Think Like a Pancreas—The Podcast, Integrated Diabetes Services clinicians, Gary Scheiner and Dana Roseman explore the impact of protein on people living with diabetes. the role and impact of protein in the lives of people with diabetes.

Listen as they share science-backed answers to common questions about protein’s role in blood sugar management, ideal protein sources, dietary balance, and long-term health.

Gary Scheiner, MS, CDCES is the owner and Clinical Director of Integrated Diabetes Services. He is an award-winning Certified Diabetes Educator, Masters-level Exercise Physiologist and person with type-1 diabetes since 1985.  Gary is also actively involved with many diabetes related organizations as a volunteer and clinical advisor.

Dana Roseman, MPH, CDCES, RDN, LDN, is the Director of Technology and Applied Research for Integrated Diabetes Services. Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, she has spent nearly 20 years improving diabetes care through technology, research, and patient education—including expertise with insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitors, and hybrid closed-loop systems.

✔️Protein requires you to use the entire alphabet of amino acids.

✔️The value of having a consistent amount of daily protein.

✔️Protein becomes more important as you age.

00:51 Welcome and Introduction

02:51 The role of protein in a healthy body

04:18 Better sources of protein

07:50 How much protein is enough for YOU?

11:28 What you should know about protein supplements

13:24 Bolusing for protein

18:51 Are you getting enough protein?

21:56 Can you ever have too much protein?

24:57 What you need to remember about protein and type 1 diabetes

Protein List from Integrated Diabetes Services

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Disclaimer

The information contained in this program is based on the experience and opinions of the Integrated Diabetes Services clinical team. Please discuss any changes to your treatment plan with your personal healthcare provider before implementing.