Pardon My Pancreas - Type 1 Diabetes with Matt Vande Vegte
Matt Vande Vegte, a certified personal trainer and nutritionist living with type 1 diabetes, shares his unique "blood sugar formula" to help listeners predict blood sugar responses during exercise, activities, and meals. The podcast aims to empower the T1D community with practical strategies for managing diabetes through fitness and nutrition.
Episodes
T1D: Why More Effort Stops Working
If you've been working harder and harder to improve your blood sugars but still feel stuck, this message is for you.Many people with Type 1 Diabetes hit a point where more effort doesn't create better results—it only creates more frustration and burnout.The breakthrough often comes from strategy, precision, and understanding what's really holding you back.Remember: Sometimes the hos
T1D Case Study: She Has Better Control With Blood Sugars Automated?
Living with diabetes doesn’t have to mean constant highs, lows, and mental exhaustion.In this conversation, a 25-year T1D shares how she went from 60–70% time in range to 78%—and even 95% on easier days—while actually living her life again.Less stress, more energy, and finally space to just be present. >> ENJOY!Join The Tribe: https://thewarriorstribe.comPurchase your copy of "The Bloo
Type 1 Diabetes: How I Got Insurance To Reverse Their Decision (And The 5-Word Trick That Fixed It)
I just had my diabetes supplies changed by insurance without anyone even telling me.No notice. No consent. Just a different order showing up at my door.So I had to call in and figure it out myself.And instead of arguing, I used a few simple psychology-based tactics that completely changed how the conversation went… and I ended up not only fixing the issue, but getting extra supplies approved too.
Why Her Blood Sugars Finally Became Predictable After 47 Years
After 47 years with Type 1 Diabetes, Cathy thought she had already learned everything… until she discovered predictability. 💙From scary lows and exercise struggles to improved Time in Range and more confidence swimming again, her story is a powerful reminder that “good enough” diabetes management can still get even better.“You’re worth it.” — CathyWatch this inspiring journey of thriving with T1D,
I Mastered Blood Sugar at Disneyland
100% Time in Range at Disneyland No rigid rules. No perfect conditions. Just learning how to adapt, think critically, and stay one step ahead.Your diabetes shouldn’t stop you from living your life. The goal isn’t perfection — it’s freedom with control. >> ENJOY!Join The Tribe: https://thewarriorstribe.comPurchase your copy of "The Blood Sugar Freedom Formula" book TODAY!https://www
How I Stay in Range Anywhere (Diabetes Strategy)
Tomorrow: Disneyland Tonight: game plan.Type 1 diabetes doesn’t mean missing out—it just means being prepared.Not chasing perfect numbers, just control + freedom. Adjust early, stay flexible, enjoy the moment.You don’t have to choose between great blood sugars and a great life—you can have both. Keep up the fight. >> ENJOY!Join The Tribe: https://thewarriorstribe.comPurchase your copy of &
This Is Why Your Blood Sugar Feels Out of Control
When your blood sugar is doing the absolute most and you’ve already done everything “right”… 😅From pump sites, CGM errors, to insulin not playing along — some days just don’t add up.But instead of spiraling into frustration, the real win is this:👉 Get curious, not angry.👉 Solve, don’t sulk.👉 Keep going anyway.Because it may not be your fault…but it is your problem to figure out.Diabetes doesn’t ca
This Is Why Your Blood Sugar Makes No Sense
“My blood sugar feels random…”Same food. Same insulin. Different day… different result.It’s not random.👉 It’s unexplained patterns.That frustration and burnout? It comes from not knowing why it’s happening.But once you understand the system…👉everything starts making sense.>> ENJOY!Join The Tribe: https://thewarriorstribe.comPurchase your copy of "The Blood Sugar Freedom Formula" bo
How to Make Insulin Work Faster & Take Control of Blood Sugar
Insulin is slow… but you can make it work faster. If you’re living with Type 1, remember this: you have more control than you think.From pre-bolus to simple “accelerators” like walking or even a hot shower —small actions can make a big difference in your blood sugars.Stop just surviving. Start understanding. Start thriving. >> ENJOY!Join The Tribe: https://thewarriorstribe.comPurchase your
How I Stayed in Control with Double Arrows Down
CGM says “double arrows down” while driving… what would you do? Most people panic… but there’s a better way. >> ENJOY!Join The Tribe: https://thewarriorstribe.comPurchase your copy of "The Blood Sugar Freedom Formula" book TODAY!https://www.amazon.com/dp/1964811880?psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&ref_=chk_typ_quicklook_imgToDpGrab your free ticket to this advanced T1D training h
Stop Nighttime Blood Sugar Crashes
Waking up LOW every night? 😩It’s not always your insulin…Sometimes it’s your workout from HOURS ago That “2nd wave” of insulin sensitivity can hit while you sleep → causing unexpected lowsYour blood sugars aren’t random. They’re clues.🔥 Get curious, not frustrated🔥 Learn your patterns🔥 Take back control>> ENJOY!Join The Tribe: https://thewarriorstribe.comPurchase your copy of "The Blood
Why Am I Spiking When I Did Everything Right?
Even when you do everything right… blood sugar can still spike. 🤯The truth? It’s not always about food. Sometimes it’s timing, activity, or even what you did days ago.Stop reacting. Start understanding the root cause. That’s how you take back control. 💪Keep up the fight. 👊>> ENJOY!Join The Tribe: https://thewarriorstribe.comPurchase your copy of "The Blood Sugar Freedom Formula" bo
Why Does Type 1 Diabetes Feel So Mentally Exhausting?
Living with Type 1 Diabetes isn’t just physical — it’s mental too. Imagine making hundreds of health decisions every single day… no breaks, no pauses, not even during sleep. From counting carbs to correcting blood sugar, it’s a constant balancing act that most people never see.The exhaustion is real. The burnout is real. And the strength it takes? Also very real.Be kind. Be understanding. And if
Is the Type 1 Diabetes Cure Finally Here? ft Katie Beth Hand
What if the cure for Type 1 Diabetes is closer than we think? Scientists are making huge breakthroughs with stem cells and insulin-producing beta cells that could change how this disease is treated forever. In this powerful discussion with Katie Beth Hand, we also hear the real story of what it’s like living with Type 1 diabetes every single day.Hope, science, and the future of diabetes treatment
Type 1 Diabetes Changed My Life (For the Better)
Optimistic people don’t ignore problems — they look for opportunity inside them.High blood sugar?Bad night of sleep?One of those diabetes days?You can spiral… or you can ask: “How can this work for me?”Your brain will find whatever you train it to look for. >> ENJOY!Join The Tribe: https://thewarriorstribe.comPurchase your copy of "The Blood Sugar Freedom Formula" book TODAY!https
Why Most Diabetes Advice Fails (Especially for Type 1)
If diabetes advice actually worked, you wouldn’t be second guessing every meal, every dose, every CGM number. 📉🤔Most advice isn’t wrong — it’s incomplete. “Carbs are the enemy.” “Just pre-bolus.” “Exercise lowers blood sugar.” These fragments fail because diabetes is a layered, time-dependent system. ⏳You’re not bad at diabetes. You’re not overthinking it. You just need context. 💡>> ENJOY!Jo
When You Stop Trying, You Start Dying
As Type 1 diabetics, doing nothing isn’t neutral — it’s decline.There is no maintenance mode.Every single day we choose to intervene. We choose to fight.But this isn’t just about insulin and numbers.It’s burnout. Anxiety. Fear. Exhaustion.The mental weight no one sees.You can know what to do… and still struggle to do it if your mind isn’t in the right place.We’re diving deep into the Emotional Me
Why Blood Sugar Has Nothing To Do With Food
We’re often told blood sugar is all about what we eat, but that’s only part of the story. Hormones, stress, sleep, and daily habits all play a major role in how our body manages glucose. >> ENJOY!Join The Tribe: https://thewarriorstribe.comPurchase your copy of "The Blood Sugar Freedom Formula" book TODAY!https://www.amazon.com/dp/1964811880?psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&ref_=ch
They Told Her Diabetes Can’t Be Controlled (Jean Kurtz)
They told her diabetes can’t be controlled. She almost believed them.After donating a kidney to her husband, Jean was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, sent home with insulin… and very little hope. Fear, restriction, guilt, and burnout followed.Until one mindset shift changed everything • Diabetes isn’t a life sentence.• Blood sugar isn’t pass/fail — it’s data.• Freedom is possible.This conversa
Why Blood Sugar Feels Random (And Why It Isn’t)
If you’ve ever done the same thing two days in a row and gotten completely different blood sugar results, this is for you. That “randomness” isn’t failure—it’s missing context.I break down why blood sugar feels unpredictable and how understanding timelines can reduce burnout and anxiety with diabetes.>> ENJOY!Join The Tribe: https://thewarriorstribe.comPurchase your copy of "The Blood S
Fighting T1D From the Inside
What if the reason your blood sugars aren’t improving… isn’t carbs, insulin, or bad luck?What if it’s because you’ve been reacting instead of taking control?This might be uncomfortable to hear—but it matters.I used to make excuses too.Until I stopped.Now I’ve been 99% time in range for 6 months, dropped my A1C to 5.7, and barely deal with lows.Not by restricting my life—But by getting proactive in
Why Weight Loss Feels Rigged for Type 1 Diabetics
Let me ask you somethingHave you ever: • gone low during or after a workout• panic-eaten to survive• rebounded high• corrected• then wondered why weight loss feels impossible?That’s not lack of discipline. That’s physiology.In my newest video, I explain why traditional weight loss advice fails for Type 1 diabetics — and what actually has to change for fat loss to become calm, predictable, and sust
When Better Blood Sugar Control Makes Diabetes Worse
I don’t want perfect blood sugars.After nearly two weeks of 100% Time in Range, I realized something surprising:Perfection costs peace.At 99%, I had freedom. At 100%, I was walking on eggshells.Mastery isn’t about obsessing over numbers — it’s about control that gives you your life back.If you’re a high-performer with T1D who’s exhausted by “doing everything right,” this one’s for you. >> EN
My Blood Sugar Crashed—and It Wasn’t Food or Insulin (Cold Exposure, Stress Hormones, Muscle Shivering)
I wasn’t exercising… but my blood sugar was dropping.Cold weather. Stress. Shivering. And a lesson I didn’t expect to learn.Last weekend, I sang in a church choir for the first time — in front of 2,800 people — and my blood sugar behaved in a way that completely surprised me. I did everything “right,” yet my numbers kept falling.Instead of panicking, I stayed curious… and what I discovered changed
Why “Good Numbers” Can Still Mislead (In Range ≠ Low Stress • Smooth > Perfect • Averages Lie)
More control = 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐨𝐦 (not less).If you’ve ever had a “good A1C” but still felt exhausted, anxious, or off… this episode explains why. Your body doesn’t live in averages — it lives in moments. And smooth blood sugars change everything. >> ENJOY!Join The Tribe: https://thewarriorstribe.comPurchase your copy of "The Blood Sugar Freedom Formula" book TODAY!https://www.amazon.com
T1D's: These Blood Sugar Levels Cause Microvascular Damage (Danger Threshold)
Ever watch your CGM climb and think, “I did EVERYTHING right… why is it still spiking?” Same. And what I learned shocked me. Your A1C doesn’t tell the whole story — your blood vessels do. Let’s break down what’s really happening during a spike (no fear tactics, just truth) and how to protect your body long-term.>> ENJOY!Join The Tribe: https://thewarriorstribe.comPurchase your copy of "
20 Years With T1D… And I Still Felt Like a Failure
Tried… failed… tried again. For years it felt like surviving, not living. But Lindsay finally asked, ‘Why not me?’ Why can’t I have stable blood sugars and a life without fear? One step, one mindset shift, one win at a time — she’s proving she can.>> ENJOY!Grab your Ultimate Guide To T1D Weight Loss here: https://t1dbootcamp.com/uwlgPurchase your copy of "The Blood Sugar Freedom Formula
TV Interview Exclusive: The Blood Sugar Formula That Changed My Life (No More Guessing!)
Every month feels like Diabetes Awareness Month when you’re living with type 1. For years, I was fighting blind—guessing, struggling, and trying to survive the highs and lows. That’s why I went on live TV to say what I wish someone had told me: you’re not broken, you just haven’t been shown your formula yet.If you’re tired of the chaos, or if someone you love has T1D, this interview will open your
News Interview: How I Turned T1D into Freedom, Not Fear
This National Diabetes Awareness Month, I had the chance to sit down with Fox 5 News to talk about what life with type 1 diabetes is really like—the unseen struggles, the misunderstandings, and the hope most people never hear about.If you’re newly diagnosed or you’ve been fighting this for years, I want you to know this: blood sugar chaos isn’t your fault, and you can take your life back.>>
This Aired on TV: What Doctors Never Told Me About Diabetes
Living with Type 1 diabetes isn’t just numbers and insulin for me—it’s the highs, lows, stress, and constant decisions behind every meal, workout, and night of sleep.In this interview, I share how I went from feeling controlled by my blood sugars to becoming an Ironman athlete and bestselling author by learning my own blood sugar formula—and how you can do the same.>> ENJOY!Grab your Ultimat
What I Told the News That Every T1D Patient Must Hear (National Diabetes Awareness)
Most people only see the blood sugar graph… but not the battles behind every number. This National Diabetes Awareness Month, Matt goes live on KUSI News to reveal what life with Type 1 really looks like—and howthousands are learning to MASTER it, not just manage it.>> ENJOY!Grab your Ultimate Guide To T1D Weight Loss here: https://t1dbootcamp.com/uwlgPurchase your copy of "The Blood Sug
How I Stopped Hating My Body | T1D, Image, and Self-Worth
“I was told I’d be dead in 10 years.I stopped checking my sugars, stopped caring for myself, and felt embarrassed every time someone saw my devices.I didn’t trust my own body… and that was the hardest part.”In this episode, we unpack what it’s like to heal from that mindset: How diabetes affects your self-esteem, your identity, your relationships, and the way you see your body. And more importantl
Why My Pump Didn’t Fix My T1D (Until I Did This!)
“𝐈 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐈 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐝𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭… 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐦𝐲 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐲 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐚𝐲.” That’s what Jess felt before she found the missing piece in her diabetes journey.If you’ve ever: • felt overwhelmed• felt like your tech is failing you• blamed yourself for every spike and crash• tried every strategy but still felt stuck… You are NOT alone. Jess was there too — and her breakthrough moment chan
Are You Overdosing Insulin? 3 Signs Most T1D's Miss
"Wait—too much insulin can make your blood sugar go higher?"Sounds backwards, right? But it’s one of the biggest mistakes people with T1D make without even realizing it. Learn the 3 overlooked signs your insulin is working against you (not with you).>> ENJOY!Grab your Ultimate Guide To T1D Weight Loss here: https://t1dbootcamp.com/uwlgPurchase your copy of "The Blood Sugar Fre
The T1D Secret No One Talks About | Insulin Resistance & Nutrition
When my insulin stopped working, I thought I was the problem — until I discovered the real reason behind it.In this episode, I share how I restored my insulin sensitivity in just 72 hours, and the overlooked factor most people (even doctors) never mention. >> ENJOY!Grab your Ultimate Guide To T1D Weight Loss here: https://t1dbootcamp.com/uwlgPurchase your copy of "The Blood Sugar Freedo
How I Built the Perfect T1D Meal Plan | Data-Driven Nutrition
I used to fear food and chase perfect numbers. Then I learned it’s not the food — it’s the framework.When you understand how carbs, fats, and proteins actually affect your blood sugar, every meal becomes predictable.You don’t need the perfect diet — you need the right formula.Eat smart. Live free. >> ENJOY!Grab your Ultimate Guide To T1D Weight Loss here: https://t1dbootcamp.com/uwlgPurchase
The Shocking Connection Between Diabetes & Frozen Joints
T1D Burnout & Stress? Your Nervous System is the Key!We talk to PT and T1D expert Dr. Brooke Stewart about the secret link between blood sugar management and your "fight or flight" state.Dr. Brooke shares her own burnout story and gives simple, powerful hacks to:Reset your chronic stress.Use movement to stabilize blood sugars.Understand your risk for Frozen Shoulder.Stop letting stre
T1D Burnout: 5 Things I Learned From My Worst Years
Burnout from T1D is real — I lived it. I followed every rule. Tracked every carb. Even became an Ironman. And still… I broke down. In my new video, I’m sharing 3 burnout moments that nearly wrecked my health — and how I finally found freedom without losing control.>> ENJOY!Grab your Ultimate Guide To T1D Weight Loss here: https://t1dbootcamp.com/uwlgPurchase your copy of "The Blood Suga
Manual Mode, Prebolus, Mindset: My Path to Stable Blood Sugars
When David stopped letting diabetes run his life, everything changed. From sleepless nights to 86% time in range — and the freedom to eat what he loves without fear. You can take back control, too. >> ENJOY!Grab your Ultimate Guide To T1D Weight Loss here: https://t1dbootcamp.com/uwlgPurchase your copy of "The Blood Sugar Freedom Formula" book TODAY!https://www.amazon.com/dp/1964
The Soleus Hack: Lower Blood Sugar While Sitting
What if you could lower blood sugar while sitting? A tiny calf muscle can cut spikes by 50% — no workout needed. Try the Soleus Hack >> ENJOY!Grab your Ultimate Guide To T1D Weight Loss here: https://t1dbootcamp.com/uwlgPurchase your copy of "The Blood Sugar Freedom Formula" book TODAY!https://www.amazon.com/dp/1964811880?psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&ref_=chk_typ_quicklook_img
I Lowered My Blood Sugar Without Insulin: What ACTUALLY Worked for Me
𝐈 𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐲 𝐛𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐠𝐚𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐧. 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞’𝐬 𝐡𝐨𝐰.When my insulin pump ran dry at Costco, I expected a spike… but my blood sugar stayed stable. That moment changed everything.💡 Turns out, insulin isn’t the 𝑜𝑛𝑙𝑦 tool.In my latest video, I share how I use exercise, lifestyle, and the “Balancing Arrows” method to stay in range — and avoid panic.>> ENJOY!Grab your Ultimate Guide To T1D Weight
Insulin Stacking Done Right: How It Improved My Blood Sugar Control
Fear insulin stacking? It’s time to reframe that.Here I explain how insulin stacking can actually help you gain control—if done correctly. Learn:How to pre-bolus effectivelyWhy insulin timing matters more than you thinkHow to stop the blood sugar rollercoaster>> ENJOY!Grab your Ultimate Guide To T1D Weight Loss here: https://t1dbootcamp.com/uwlgPurchase your copy of "The Blood Sugar Fre
How I Fixed My Morning Highs | Blood Sugar Formula That Worked
Do your mornings ever feel like a blood sugar battleground?You go to bed steady and in range, but wake up with numbers climbing before you’ve even had coffee. That’s not random—it’s biochemical.In this new video, I break down:✅The difference between Dawn Phenomenon vs. Feet on the Floor✅How your dinner timing, composition & fat content impact morning spikes✅ Simple strategies to flatten the cu
Mastering T1D Fitness, Sleep, and Confidence—Her Full Turnaround
💡What if diabetes didn’t hold you back… but actually made you stronger?In our brand-new podcast episode, we sit down with Grace, who shares her real and raw journey with type 1 diabetes — from the shock of diagnosis to building a powerful mindset, fitness routine, and lifestyle that helps her THRIVE.Whether you’re newly diagnosed or years in, this episode will inspire you to see what’s possible. &
My Insulin Timing Trick Doctors Never Mention | Game-Changer for T1D
Timing your insulin can make ALL the difference.Some take it right before eating, others 10–20 mins before… and some don’t pre-bolus at all. See how I break down insulin timing and its impact on blood sugar spikes in the latest video. >> ENJOY!Grab your Ultimate Guide To T1D Weight Loss here: https://t1dbootcamp.com/uwlgPurchase your copy of "The Blood Sugar Freedom Formula" book T
The Breathwork Routine That Transformed My T1D & Energy Levels
"Your breath can literally change your brain chemistry… and even your blood sugars.”In this interview, Nick breaks down how specific breathing patterns can calm your nervous system, sharpen your mindset, and may even reduce blood sugar spikes.🔥Is breathwork just about stress and anxiety—or can it directly impact blood sugars too?Don’t miss this conversation 👇 >> ENJOY!Grab your Ultimate
What Going Vegan Did to My Blood Sugars | T1D Nutrition Breakdown
After just ONE week of going vegan as a type 1 diabetic, my insulin needs dropped by 70%.Sounds amazing, right?Well… it almost put me in the back of an ambulance. The wild part?What I learned applies to ANY diet — vegan, keto, paleo, carnivore — you name it.This one mistake nearly wrecked me, but fixing it changed everything.>> ENJOY!Grab your Ultimate Guide To T1D Weight Loss here: https://
5 Type 1 Diabetes Myths Even Doctors Still Believe!
"𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐠𝐨 𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐧𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭." "𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧’𝐭 𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐬." "𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐭."I’ve heard it all — even from doctors. And I believed some of it... until I learned the truth. In my new video, I’m busting 5 dangerous Type 1 diabetes myths that can literally send you to the ER — even with “perfect” blood sugar.If you or someone you love lives with T1D, you
T1D Weight Loss in 2025: Data-Driven Strategies That Work
"𝐈 𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝟏𝟐 𝐩𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐟𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡… 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐚𝐧."Sounds impossible, right? But for people with Type 1 Diabetes, this happens all the time — even when you’re eating clean, counting calories, and exercising more.The problem? Most T1Ds are still playing by outdated rules that completely ignore the chaos of insulin, hormones, and unpredictable blood sugars.In my latest v
Keto for Type 1 Diabetes | The Truth Behind the Trend
Keto, vegan, eat what you want?Let's talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly.You probably disagree with at least one point in this video, and I look forward to seeing the discussions and comparisons in the comments on YouTube 💪Keto diet for Type 1 diabetics - yes or no?>> ENJOY!Grab your free ticket to this advanced T1D training here:https://diabetesinaction.com/Purchase your copy of
How I Ate Pasta Without Post-Meal Spikes | T1D Insulin Timing Trick
Ever sat down to eat pasta and not been sure it it's even worth the spike?As someone who married into an Italian family, I can tell you that I've had my fair share of pasta spikes...HOWEVER, with all that practice, I can also share that I've figured it out - and in today's episode...I'm spilling the secrets 😉Tune in for a quick, tasty look at how you too can enjoy the &quo
The Silent Mental Battle of Living With Type 1 Diabetes
The trouble with having one invisible illness (like T1D), is that it can often lead to other invisible illnesses - like anxiety, burnout, depression - or worse.In today's episode, I share the 3 "killers" of mental health, my experience with them, and what worked well for me to "break free".If you live with T1D - These are critical to have strategies for on hand, because th
3 Blood Sugar Mistakes That Wreck Your Workouts | T1D Timing Tips
Ever workout and go low or high? Yes, duh. Type 1 diabetes, right?But over the years with thousands of type 1 clients (and competing in Ironman), I've identified 3 KILLERS of blood sugars when exercising.>> ENJOY!Grab your free ticket to this advanced T1D training here:https://diabetesinaction.com/Purchase your copy of "The Blood Sugar Freedom Formula" book TODAY!https://www.a
The One Thing Blood Sugar Formulas CAN'T Fix
Diabetes is one giant math equation, HOWEVER...The entire equation falls to pieces without the correct BASE.Think about it like a skyscraper...If the skyscraper has the tallest structure, it'll look fancy and impressive...But without the proper foundation, the whole thing crumbles the second the wind picks up a little too much.The same is true with blood sugars...You might even think you&apos
She Mastered Her Insulin Blueprint Using This... Without Her Doctor's Help
What if there were a way to master blood sugars without your doctor slowing you down?Blood sugar formulas need to be personalized...And when you take the reins, it enables you to make FASTER and more precise adjustments.That's what Eleise learned while going through our program...And in a matter of WEEKS, she was able to "learn everything about insulin" instead of continuing to wait
Fear vs Freedom: What I Learned From Diabetes Restriction
I thought restriction was the path to control.I followed the rules.Ate the “safe” foods.Skipped the things I loved - just to avoid the spikes.But the more I played it safe… the less I actually lived.In this new episode, I break down the hidden cost of diabetes restriction - and what finally set me free.If you’ve ever avoided a meal, a moment, or a memory because of your blood sugars...This one’s f
My NEW Diabetic Morning Routine (It Works!)
Most people with diabetes wake up, check their blood sugar, and hope for the best…But what if the first 10 minutes of your day could completely change your numbers - without changing your insulin?I tested a new morning routine that blends breathwork, movement, light exposure, and nervous system regulation… and the results shocked me. 😳Blood sugar ✅Energy ✅Peace of mind ✅Mystery Benefit (you'l
What 99% Time In Range Really Feels Like (And How I Got There)
I've been 99% time in range for the last 18 days as of this post - there are a few reasons for that (that I get into in this episode, one by one), but more importantly...It was NOT accomplished because of restriction.I was living my life, enjoying my birthday, fathers day, getting on LIVE TV (the news) interviewed 3 different times (for my book, "The Blood Sugar Freedom Formula")...
What If Blood Sugar Control Was Just a Simple Checklist?
The Diabetes Scorecard: Can This Simple Tool Transform Your Blood Sugars?While on the news last week, one of the anchors asked me about how I fixed my own blood sugars and stay above 90% time in range always...I pondered this over the last few days and came up with a framework that simplifies EVERYTHING into a simple diabetes checklist...Or "Diabetes Scorecard" to know how to fix just ab
She Couldn’t Get Her A1C Below 7 - Until This Surprising Habit Changed Everything
Success isn't always linear, and sometimes you have to bend the rules to get what you want...OFTEN times that means stepping out of your comfort zone and trying something new."Nothing changes when nothing changes"Jen shared with us bits and pieces of her amazing (ongoing) transformation with T1D success and we just had to have her on the show...Most notably: "I'm in better
Fix Your Blood Sugar in 24 Hours? (Here's the Truth)
Can I fix your blood sugars in 24 hours? Yes.SHOULD we fix your blood sugars in 24 hours?It depends...See, often times, while it's fun seeing instant progress, the quick fixes just don't lead to lasting, sustainable success.In today's episode I break down how you CAN see instant results...But also how to zoom out and see the big picture.>> ENJOY!Grab your free ticket to this a
What Happens When a Diabetic Eats Like They’re Not Diabetic?
What if there was a way to enjoy an appetizer, a burger, and LAVA cake with ice cream - without blood sugars going insane?I set out to do just that, and in today's episode you'll discover what strategy I used, in step-by-step fashion, and whether or not it worked!Either way it was heavenly, and I hope this episode serves as a reminder that you CAN enjoy food with type 1 diabetes AND ther
I Broke My Body Trying to Be a Good Dad With Diabetes
This was a hard episode to make...Not emotionally... but physically. I legitimately ended up in the hospital yesterday and (funny story) - it was my fault.With diabetes, SO many of us are taught restriction, constraints, survival...But in today's episode I break down how that's actually wrong, backwards thinking - and what you should be doing instead.I hope you enjoy, and drop a comment
Low Blood Sugars Every Week? Here’s What Your Body’s Really Telling You
Low blood sugars SUCK. But they're also trying to teach you something critical...Here's the thing - as someone who used to have multiple lows DAILY, to now having only a few lows a YEAR...I can tell you that you don't have to settle for "that's just how diabetes is".In fact, if you learn this lesson that your body is TRYING to tell you with these lows...You just may f
How I Beat Anxiety, Lows, and Became an Ironman with Type 1 Diabetes
It's no secret - I HATE lows. But did you know that I still struggle with low-level anxiety that refuses to leave my mind?It's true, and it's something that I work on (and am challenged by) DAILY.The good news is that it's getting better with years of work.I used to be scared to leave the house (seriously)...Now, well... now I'm an Ironman (somehow)In today's episode
The #1 Mistake I Made With Type 1 Diabetes
Insulin is a TRICKY variable...Too much, you die.Too little, you die (eventually).Just right - you're good... for now.And the trickiest part?The amount needed can change day to day.In today's episode I share a story from a time when I didn't know how to identify those differences day to day...And it nearly killed me.Learn from my mistakes- and avoid them if at all possible.A scary l
What If Diabetes Was Your Superpower? (It Can Be)
Diabetes doesn't have to be hard. I said what I said.Doesn't mean it doesn't suck sometimes, but so many T1D's I talk to are missing a critical piece...A piece that makes diabetes feel more... manageable.I'm not talking about "take your insulin earlier" or "count your carbs"...No, believe it or not it's something much simpler...And yet also even mo
Riding 100 Miles With T1D: How To Adapt When The Road Gets Tough
Believe it or not, there were CHALLENGES with my 100-Mile race...Challenges, in my opinion, are opportunities for growth.That being said, they aren't always the most FUN to break through.During my ride I learned a few blood sugar lessons that actually apply across the board to all T1Ds - even if you're not an ultra- endurance athlete like me.More importantly, it may even save your life t
Not All Exercise is Good for Diabetes – Here's What to Avoid
The rules are different with type 1 diabetes... the stuff that's "healthy" for the general population just doesn't always translate perfectly to life with type 1 diabetes.The challenge - which ones are still healthy, which ones are dangerous?YOU get to decide after hearing this week's breakdown of blood sugars with a dangerous realization...And narrowly avoiding another ho
5 Type 1 Diabetes Myths: What Doctors Have Been Getting Wrong! MP3
My doctor lied to me when I was first diagnosed...Though, if we're being honest - he was misinformed, it wasn't a lie.But this misinformation, even at the level of our medical team (terrifyingly) becomes myth...And those myths can be detrimental to OUR lives as type 1 diabetics.Today I'm breaking down and debunking my 5 top type 1 diabetes myths...And we're doing it with STYLE
Blood Sugar Blind Spots: The Two Critical Mistakes ALL Diabetics Make
ALL diabetics (yes, me included) struggle with one of two (or both) of these underlying causes of unnecessary suffering...The embarrassing part - I've been coaching others on how to fix this for YEARS, and only JUST noticed it in my own life.In a single day I was able to actually fix this problem, and when we uncover the issue in your own life - you might even be able to discover blood sugar
How Zak Fixed a Decade of Diabetes Damage in 23.5 Hours
What if it were possible to FIX blood sugars in less than a single day?Today's story that Zak shares with us highlights the incredible improvements that can be made when the right strategy (aka FORMULA) is implemented...With blood sugars going from completely wacky and unpredictable - to smooth, steady, and over 90% time in range... in the first DAY.You'll need to hear it to believe it b
This New Diabetes Protocol Saved Her Life—Could It Save Yours?
Imagine you've given WAY too much insulin and you're sure that this could end in a hospital trip...What do you do?The challenge arises - balance the insulin (and other factors that you'll hear about) to avoid a life-threatening LOW blood sugar...WHILE also not taking in too much and rebounding into a HIGH blood sugar...And to do so in a calculated manner with your 80/20 Blood Sugar
The Insulin Trick That Doctors Aren't Telling Diabetics
I easily could have ended up in the hospital if I wasnt using blood sugar formulas over the weekend...Something WILD happened to my blood sugars recently, and when I realized that no doctor talks about this - I knew I needed to make an episode about it.If you've ever been slapped upside the head by a mysterious high or low blood sugar...It was probably due to THIS phenomenon.Can't wait t
Is THIS Ingredient The Solution For High Blood Sugars?
There's something in your food that can make or break your meal blood sugars...Too little - massive spike.Too much - delayed spike.Just the right amount - absolute perfection.This single shift in my eating habits fixed nearly all of my struggles many years ago...And today I break my silence to share it with you.Honestly, it's probably the #1 reason people experience "mystery" b
How I Fixed My High Morning Blood Sugars
I used to wake up STUCK with higher numbers, even a 45 minute pre-bolus didn't seem to work...Until I made an important distinction (that I'll walk through the specifics of in this episode).There are TWO big reasons that most of us have difficulty first thing, and if you get this wrong...It WILL set you up for the blood sugar roller coaster all. day. long.>> ENJOY!Grab your free ti
Emotional, Mental, Physical, DIABETES BURNOUT
Let me be clear - I'm not perfect or immune to the negatives of type 1 diabetes (or life)...And I hit a wall, HARD.Burnout is real, it shows signs, and when those signs are ignored - it wreaks havoc.I recently experienced some far-reaching burnout that went so far as ending my 5.5 YEAR streak of staying consistently over 90% time in range...But it goes deeper than that and ended up impacting
The T1D Dental Protocol with Dr. Katie Lee
Blood sugars are about MORE than just the food that enters your mouth...Turns out it's not just about glucose and numbers, but also about dental health and the impact on blood sugars!A few months ago, we had dental expert, Dr. Katie Lee, hop into our private community to teach on this exact topic...And she blew our minds.Long story short, we decided to share it with the public because it was
Are You Calculating Insulin Wrong? Find Out Now
When I was first diagnosed, my doctor guessed at my insulin needs and said "let me know how it goes".In other words - even HE wasn't confident that it would work.Looking back, this ticks me off.Newly diagnosed diabetics like me being left to fend for themselves with a "best guess" approach to T1D management.In a recent conversation with my private clients - the topic of &q
From "Rock Bottom" to THRIVING with Type 1 Diabetes - T1D Case Study
Ever wonder how "good" life can get with T1D?In today's episode, I pulled one of my current clients aside who was able to use the 80/20 blood sugar formula to FLIP his world upside down (though, I suppose "right-side up" is more accurate)...He went from frustrated and confused with blood sugars that would just NOT cooperate...fTo in control and FREE, where even during a we
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