Managing type 1 Diabetes is a delicate balance between insulin, diet, and exercise. But the mental and emotional aspect of diabetes is the silent struggle that can sometimes leave patients feeling hopeless and burnt out.
Dr. Jody Stanislaw has been a type 1 diabetic for over 40 years. Diagnosed as a child in the 80s, she set out on a lifelong journey to manage her diabetes and become the master of her own health. She became a naturopathic physician and diabetes expert. Dr. Jody delves into the mental and emotional aspects of living with type 1 diabetes, offering guidance on staying positive and avoiding burnout. She shares her personal journey and how she provides ongoing support to her patients through regular live sessions. She explains how continuous glucose monitoring, regular exercise, and strategic eating can help patients gain better control over their diabetes.
In this episode, Dr. Jody talks to Jen about her early diagnosis of type 1 diabetes, the importance of understanding blood sugar responses to food and exercise, and the impact of meal composition on blood sugar spikes.
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[03:35] - “All ages are getting type 1 these days, even 30-year-olds, 40-year-olds, 50-year-olds, and 60-year-olds are getting type 1.” ~ Dr. Jody Stanislaw
[10:03] - “Some people have a strong, robust insulin production capacity, and some people don’t.” ~ Dr. Jody Stanislaw
[16:18] - “Exercise is one of the best fountains of youth we have.” ~ Dr. Jody Stanislaw
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