We are very excited to launch the Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience! In this episode, you will hear Cyrus Khambatta, PhD and Robby Barbaro deliver a presentation at the Torrence Memorial Medical Center in Southern California on the effects of a low-fat, plant-based, whole-food diet for type 1 diabetes, type 1.5 diabetes, prediabetes, and type 2 diabetes. I ... Show More
Sep 25
Beyond Willpower: Cravings, Connection, and Lasting Change
Cravings, emotional eating, and staying consistent aren’t battles you win with willpower—they’re signals pointing to something deeper. In this episode, Dr. Matthew Lederman shares how connection, safety, and purpose can transform not just your food choices, but your long-term hea ... Show More
53m 47s
Sep 3
How Much Protein Do You Actually Need for Blood Sugar & Longevity?
Protein is everywhere — powders, bars, and drinks — but is more always better? In this episode, we cut through the hype to uncover what protein is actually doing in your body, how it affects blood sugar and diabetes health, and how much you really need to stay healthy long term. ... Show More
16m 30s
Aug 19
What’s the Best Diet to Reverse Diabetes? Keto, Mediterranean, or Low-Fat, Plant-Based, Whole-Food?
Choosing the best diet for diabetes can be confusing, especially with so much conflicting advice. In this episode, Robby breaks down three popular approaches — the Mediterranean/ADA diet, the low-carb ketogenic diet, and a low-fat, plant-based, whole-food diet — to reveal the pro ... Show More
9m 52s
Nov 2024
Here's What You Need to Know About Diabetes
In today’s episode, in honor of World Diabetes Day, we’re diving deep into diabetes. Did you know that one in two people in the United States have either prediabetes or diabetes? This means that even if you don’t have diabetes, someone you love probably does. Today, we break down ... Show More
43m 18s
Sep 2024
A dietitian's guide to beverages that won't spike blood sugar
New Episode Alert! Today on the pod, we dive into the world of beverages and their impact on blood sugar levels. We'll share our top picks for diabetes-friendly drinks, including tips on enjoying your favorite coffee, alcohol, smoothies, and teas without the unwanted spikes.
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22m 31s
Mar 2024
2500: Preventing Diabetes
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 2500:Discover how to navigate the pre-diabetes diagnosis with actionable steps from a health expert. Learn about the importa ... Show More
11m 16s
Oct 2024
What is prediabetes: key symptoms, a1c levels, and essential lab values
Today, we're excited to kick off our new series on prediabetes, a condition that affects approximately 96 million U.S. adults. In this comprehensive episode of the Diabetes Digital Podcast, hosts Jessica Jones and Wendy Lopez delve into everything you need to know about prediabet ... Show More
22m 4s
Aug 20
Do I really need to cut out sugar to manage diabetes?
In this episode of the Diabetes Digital Podcast, Jess and Wendy tackle one of the most misunderstood topics in diabetes care: sugar. From the myths about brown vs. white sugar to the belief that sugar must be completely cut out if you have prediabetes, PCOS, or diabetes—this epis ... Show More
18m 41s
Feb 2025
#337 - Insulin resistance masterclass: The full body impact of metabolic dysfunction and prevention, diagnosis, and treatment | Ralph DeFronzo, M.D.
View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter’s Weekly Newsletter Ralph DeFronzo is a distinguished diabetes researcher and clinician whose groundbreaking work on insulin resistance has reshaped the understanding a ... Show More
2h 26m
Feb 2025
Top nutrition tips for PCOS
In our latest episode of the Diabetes Digital Podcast, we sat down with our incredible dietitian, Nikki Sahebghalam, who specializes in diabetes and women's health. We had an in-depth conversation about PCOS—what it is, how it’s diagnosed, and most importantly, how you can manage ... Show More
30 m
Jun 2025
No weight loss required: What actually helps people with diabetes w/ Megrette Fletcher
In this powerful episode, Jess sits down with Megrette Fletcher, registered dietitian, diabetes care and education specialist, and co-author of Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat with Diabetes. Megrette is a pioneer in weight-inclusive diabetes care, and this conversation is pa ... Show More
53m 31s
Oct 2024
How long does it take to reverse prediabetes?
In part two of our prediabetes series, hosts Jessica Jones and Wendy Lopez tackle the burning question: How long does it take to reverse prediabetes? We discuss whether it's possible to reverse prediabetes permanently and explore the essential strategies, key milestones, and succ ... Show More
21m 32s