Hi!  This is going to be a seasonal podcast!  Make sure you subscribe to it AND Type2andYou so you won't miss out on special updates or potential giveaways over the summer.  AND, you'll be the first to know what's coming at the start of Season 2 this FALL!  As a big thank you, I'll send you a FREE copy of my 5-Strategy Guide for Building Your Diabetes Confidence!  Learn why diabetes isn't your fault, why you may have a different treatment plan than someone else, and more!

Today, I share my interview someone who's had their foot on both sides of the fence---as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist and living with type 2 diabetes.  And she has a message for you.  A message of HOPE!

Listen to Virginia's 2019 Outstanding Educator in Diabetes by the American Diabetes Association Speech!

You can also grab Virginia's book, Diabetes, the New Type 2, here!

About Virginia:
Virginia Valentine, APRN-CNS, BC-ADM, CDE, FAADE, practices as a Diabetes Specialist with Clinica La Esperanza in Albuquerque managing a wide variety of clinical challenges in diabetes in a primary care group. She is also a faculty clinician with Endo ECHO with University of New Mexico. Project ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) is a collaborative model of medical education and care management that empowers clinicians across New Mexico to provide better care to more people, right where they live. Ms. Valentine received her Master of Science in Nursing degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Nursing in Oklahoma City. She is board-certified in Advanced Diabetes Management and is a Certified Diabetes Educator.  Read more about Virginia's amazing accomplishments, including her book, here.

Take Away of The Day:
How to turn today's topic into action.  Find additional resources and supportive tools on Type2andYou.Org.
Every person with diabetes is unique and deserves care tailored to them by a medical team directly involved in their diabetes care.  For that reason, this podcast & Type2andYou content is for informational purposes only and not intended as medical advice.  You can read my complete disclaimer on Type2andYou.org.

Topic: Retinopathy-- Saving Your Sight in T2D
Only half of people (sometimes less!) with diabetes get a dilated eye exam each year. Yet, as many as 1 in 3 over age 40 may have some retinopathy (according to the National Institutes of Health).  That means you could have this diabetes complication and not even know it. But, that's easy to fix.  You can protect your eyes and your sight!  Listen to today's episode----you'll be SHOCKED to learn how much one simple action can do to save your sight!

Hey!  This is going to be a seasonal podcast!  Make sure you subscribe to it AND Type2andYou so you won't miss out on special updates or potential giveaways over the summer.  AND, you'll be the first to know what's coming at the start of Season 2 this FALL!  As a big thank you, I'll send you a FREE copy of my 5-Strategy Guide for Building Your Diabetes Confidence!  Learn why diabetes isn't your fault, why you may have a different treatment plan than someone else, and more!

Diabetes Dilemmas (Q&A):
I answer a Diabetes Dilemma question on:  how to help a friend manage a new diabetes diagnosis when they're struggling with acceptance.
Have a Diabetes Dilemma?  Ask Me HERE!
Or, find me on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Type2andYouwithMeg/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/type2andyou_by_a_cde/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Type2andYouCDE

Take Away of The Day:
I give recommendations on how to turn today's topic into action.  Find resources and supportive tools on Type2andYou.Org.  

Every person with diabetes is unique and deserves care tailored to them by a medical team directly involved in their diabetes care.  For that reason, this podcast & Type2andYou content is for informational purposes only and not intended as 

Topic: Sleep's Surprising Impact on Your Blood Sugars
Learn exactly how sleep can play a role in your blood sugar levels.  It's often an overlooked piece of your diabetes self-care, and one many medical professionals, including myself, forget to take into account. 

If you're a shift worker, check out some of the resources for this episode on my site. 

Diabetes Dilemmas (Q&A):
I answer a Diabetes Dilemma question on using alcohol swabs with blood sugar checks.
Have a Diabetes Dilemma?  Ask Me HERE!
Or, find me on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Type2andYouwithMeg/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/type2andyou_by_a_cde/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Type2andYouCDE

Take Away of The Day:
I give recommendations on how to turn today's topic into action.  Find resources and supportive tools on Type2andYou.Org. 
Every person with diabetes is unique and deserves care tailored to them by a medical team directly involved in their diabetes care.  For that reason, this podcast & Type2andYou content is for informational purposes only and not intended as medical advice.  You can read my complete disclaimer on Type2andYou.org.

Topic: Staying Safe with Diabetes Supplements:  An Interview with Pharmacist and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, Lourdes Cross, PharmD, BCACP, CDCES
It's estimated up to half of people living with diabetes use supplements in their care. Sometimes this is done to compliment current diabetes regimens, other times to avoid diabetes medications altogether. 

Learn what it takes to stay safe using diabetes supplements and where to find out more about the risks and benefits of using them in your care.

Download Lourdes's list of reliable supplement resources here.

About Lourdes:
Lourdes Cross received her PharmD degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Pharmacy and completed two years of post-graduate training at the University of Louisville (UofL) Hospital, specializing in Ambulatory Care. She is currently an Assistant Professor at Sullivan University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences with a practice site at the UofL Adult Internal Medicine and Endocrinology Clinics. One of her greatest passions is educating patients, community members, and health care providers on health, wellness, and evidence-based medicine. She has delivered presentations at multiple conferences, including the Tri-State Association of Diabetes Educators Conference and Kentucky Diabetes Symposium, and published in Pharmacy Times and Journal of the American Pharmacists Association. In addition, she currently serves as the 2019 Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists (ADCES) Pharmacy Community of Interest Leader-Elect and Blog Coordinator.

Take Away of The Day:
How to turn today's topic into action.  Find additional resources and supportive tools on Type2andYou.Org.
Every person with diabetes is unique and deserves care tailored to them by a medical team directly involved in their diabetes care.  For that reason, this podcast & Type2andYou content is for informational purposes only and not intended as medical advice.  You can read my complete disclaimer on Type2andYou.org.

Topic: The Power of Empathy In Type 2 Diabetes--It Could Save Your Life
Empathy:  the connection of seeing something from someone else's point of view.  It may sound like a "nice to have" piece of your health care.  But did you realize it could have a major impact on your diabetes health? 

Diabetes Dilemmas (Q&A):
I answer a Diabetes Dilemma question on struggling with high blood sugars after meals.
Have a Diabetes Dilemma?  Ask Me HERE!
Or, find me on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Type2andYouwithMeg/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/type2andyou_by_a_cde/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Type2andYouCDE

Take Away of The Day:
I give recommendations on how to turn today's topic into action.  Find resources and supportive tools on Type2andYou.Org. 
Every person with diabetes is unique and deserves care tailored to them by a medical team directly involved in their diabetes care.  For that reason, this podcast & Type2andYou content is for informational purposes only and not intended as medical advice.  You can read my complete disclaimer on Type2andYou.org.

Topic: Surprising Ways to Keep Your Heart Healthy
In honor of American Heart Month, this discussion focuses on heart health.  Beyond the traditional diet and exercise, I discuss surprising things research has shown us about heart health!

Have a few extra coins laying around?  Consider donating to the American Heart Association.

Read more about other types of diabetes commonly misdiagnosed as type 2 diabetes.

Diabetes Dilemmas (Q&A):
I answer a Diabetes Dilemma question on being misdiagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
Have a Diabetes Dilemma?  Ask Me HERE!
Or, find me on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Type2andYouwithMeg/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/type2andyou_by_a_cde/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Type2andYouCDE

Take Away of The Day:
I give recommendations on how to turn today's topic into action.  Find resources and supportive tools on Type2andYou.Org. 
Every person with diabetes is unique and deserves care tailored to them by a medical team directly involved in their diabetes care.  For that reason, this podcast & Type2andYou content is for informational purposes only and not intended as medical advice.  You can read my complete disclaimer on Type2andYou.org.

Topic: The Nitty Gritty on GLP-1 Medications
Curious about one of the newer classes of T2D medications?  You may have seen or read about some of them, including:  Ozempic, Rybelsus, Trulicity, Victoza, Byetta, Bydureon.  Learn how these medications work, tips for combating side effects, and the positive impact many of these medications have on protecting your heart.

Need a visual of GLP-1 benefits and risks?  Check out my GLP-1 Medication Sheet!

Dietitian/Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists Resources for Today's Diabetes Dilemma:
Bonnie R. Giller, MS, RDN, CDN, CDE, BRG Dietetics & Nutrition, P.C.
www.brghealth.com
https://brghealth.com/healthy-living-diabetes/
Bonnie's free eBook: https://brghealth.com/5keysebook

Erin Phillips, MPH, RD, CDE, Erin Phillips Nutrition, LLC.
www.erinphillipsnutrition.com

Diabetes Dilemmas (Q&A):
I answer a Diabetes Dilemma question on how to combat feeling guilty around food choices.
Have a Diabetes Dilemma?  Ask Me HERE!
Or, find me on:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Type2andYouwithMeg/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/type2andyou_by_a_cde/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Type2andYouCDE

Take Away of The Day:
I give recommendations on how to turn today's topic into action.  Find additional resources and supportive tools on Type2andYou.Org. 
Every person with diabetes is unique and deserves care tailored to them by a medical team directly involved in their diabetes care.  For that reason, this podcast & Type2andYou content is for informational purposes only and not intended as medical advice.  You can read my complete disclaimer on Type2andYou.org.

Topic: Building a T2D Support System In the New Year:  An interview with Owner of DOTS Therapy, Alexis Elliott, LCSW, LISW-CP, CDE

"Part of being human is needing the support of other people..." - Alexis Elliott, LCSW, LISW-CP, CDE

Make sure to send this episode to those who support you! 

About Alexis:
Alexis Elliott is a licensed clinical social worker, a certified diabetes educator, health education specialist, and behavioral health coach. She is owner and therapist at Diabetes and Obesity Treatment Strategies (aka DOTS). Alexis specializes in mental health, and behavioral and lifestyle challenges among people with diabetes, those at risk for diabetes, and weight-related issues. Her 20+ years of experience with diabetes is both personal and professional.

Alexis is passionate about connecting the dots between mental and physical health. She advocates for the importance of behavioral health in overall health, but especially the integral role it plays in diabetes care. Based on individualized treatment plans, Alexis offers both traditional counseling and behavioral health coaching. She was the first provider in the state of South Carolina recognized by the American Diabetes Association's mental health provider directory, which designates clinicians who are experienced in the struggles unique to diabetes. Her motto is "Don't just survive with diabetes...thrive!"

Alexis earned her bachelor's of science in health promotion from Coastal Carolina University and achieved her masters in social work from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. She has worked for many years as a behavioral health coach for a North Carolina hospital in outpatient diabetes and nutrition, bariatrics, transition care, and community health services. Throughout her career, she has helped over a thousand individuals, given various presentations, and her work has been published and made headlines.

Connect with Alexis:
If you'd like to work directly with Alexis, for health coaching, you can find her at: www.dotscoaching.life. She's also on Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn.  

Take Away of The Day:
Alexis gives her recommendations on how to turn today's topic into action.  Find additional resources and supportive tools on Type2andYou.Org.
Every person with diabetes is unique and deserves care tailored to them by a medical team directly involved in their diabetes care.  For that reason, this podcast & Type2andYou content is for informational purposes only and not intended as medical advice.  You can read my complete disclaimer on Type2andYou.org.

Topic: Finding T2D Motivation In The New Year:  An Interview with Owner of DOTS Therapy, Alexis Elliott, LCSW, LISW-CP, CDE 

"Diabetes doesn't magically create motivation."- Alexis Elliott, LCSW, LISW-CP, CDE 

Resources for Today's Episode (Links, information and support can also be found on Type2andYou.Org):
Alexis's worksheets and tools: https://dotscoaching.life/tools-worksheets/
Easy to Understand Video on the Stages of Change:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayjXMix-nMw
Setting SMART goals:  https://www.diabetescarecommunity.ca/living-well-with-diabetes-articles/support-articles/s-m-a-r-t-goals-for-diabetes-management/

About Alexis:
Alexis Elliott is a licensed clinical social worker, a certified diabetes educator, health education specialist, and behavioral health coach. She is owner and therapist at Diabetes and Obesity Treatment Strategies (aka DOTS). Alexis specializes in mental health, and behavioral and lifestyle challenges among people with diabetes, those at risk for diabetes, and weight-related issues. Her 20+ years of experience with diabetes is both personal and professional.

Alexis is passionate about connecting the dots between mental and physical health. She advocates for the importance of behavioral health in overall health, but especially the integral role it plays in diabetes care. Based on individualized treatment plans, Alexis offers both traditional counseling and behavioral health coaching. She was the first provider in the state of South Carolina recognized by the American Diabetes Association's mental health provider directory, which designates clinicians who are experienced in the struggles unique to diabetes. Her motto is "Don't just survive with diabetes...thrive!"

Alexis earned her bachelor's of science in health promotion from Coastal Carolina University and achieved her masters in social work from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. She has worked for many years as a behavioral health coach for a North Carolina hospital in outpatient diabetes and nutrition, bariatrics, transition care, and community health services. Throughout her career, she has helped over a thousand individuals, given various presentations, and her work has been published and made headlines.

Connect with Alexis:
If you'd like to work directly with Alexis, for health coaching, you can find her at: www.dotscoaching.life. She's also on Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn.  

Take Away of The Day:
Alexis gives her recommendations on how to turn today's topic into action.  Find additional resources and supportive tools on Type2andYou.Org.
Every person with diabetes is unique and deserves care tailored to them by a medical team directly involved in their diabetes care.  For that reason, this podcast & Type2andYou content is for informational purposes only and not intended as medical advice.  You can read my complete disclaimer on Type2andYou.org.

"The magic bullet of exercise... is that it helps our bodies and our cells really use fuels....and you can't just do that by diet alone." - Charlotte Hayes MMSc, MS, RDN, CSSD, CDE, ACSM CEP   

Resources for Today's Episode (Links, information and support can also be found on Type2andYou.Org):
Charlotte's Book:  The “I Hate to Exercise” Book for People with Diabetes
ADA Exercise Guidelines
U.S. Physical Activity Guidelines

About Charlotte:
Charlotte Hayes is a Diabetes Care and Education Specialist with over 30 years of career experience focused on exercise, nutrition and lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being.

In her role as Director of Research and Education at Team Novo Nordisk, an all-diabetes professional cycling team, she works across a team of coaches, physicians and researchers to support athletes with type 1 diabetes as they compete with the world's best. Her work with the team entails use of both diabetes and performance technologies to discover and identify strategies to optimize glucose management and sports performance which are core to the team's success.

She has served in numerous leadership positions, on editorial boards, and on professional program committees for the American Association of Diabetes Educators, American Diabetes Association and Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and is a recognized author and speaker.

One of the accomplishments she is most proud of is publication of her book, The “I Hate to Exercise” Book, by the American Diabetes Association.

Follow Charlotte's work with the Novo Nordisk Pro Cycling Team:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeamNovoNordisk
Twitter: https://twitter.com/teamnovonordisk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamnovonordisk/
YouTube: https://www.instagram.com/teamnovonordisk/

Take Away of The Day:
Charlotte gives her recommendations on how to turn today's topic into action.  Find additional resources and supportive tools on Type2andYou.Org.
Every person with diabetes is unique and deserves care tailored to them by a medical team directly involved in their diabetes care.  For that reason, this podcast & Type2andYou content is for informational purposes only and not intended as medical advice.  You can read my complete disclaimer on Type2andYou.org.