In this 20-minute conversation Quinn explains why insulin prices are so high in the US and what you can do to keep pressure on big pharma and the government. Plus why she and others can't use the low-cost insulin sold at Walmart.

Episode 33: Quinn's Caravan to Canada

Hear how a type 2 patient manages his diabetes with Afrezza Inhalable Insulin.

Episode 32: All About Afrezza

Dexcom Chief Technology Officer, Jake Leach, shares news of recent technological breakthroughs designed to improve life for people with diabetes. Learn how you can get your blood glucose levels in real time by using a new app to "ask Siri" for the information. Could this groundbreaking technology eliminate finger pricks forever?

Episode 31: Tech Innovations for People with Diabetes

Losing weight isn't easy and unfortunately, there's no quick fix. In this frank discussion, diabetes nutrition expert and author Hope Warshaw, explains why changing unhealthy habits can be so challenging and what you need to do to be successful at losing weight. You'll also learn why the most difficult aspect of weight loss is often maintaining it! Her simple tips may inspire you to start making small but meaningful changes today.

Episode 30: How to Make Permanent Behavior Changes to Help You with Weigh Loss

If you are a certified diabetes educator (CDE) or the parent of a child living with type 1 diabetes, you'll want to listen to this informative conversation between Quinn Nystrom, a type 1 who also battles bulimia and Jenaca Beagley, a nurse who treats the condition at Center for Change in Utah.  The two recently conducted research that tells us more about this complicated problem that has severe and often irreversible complications if left untreated. The good news is, recognizing and treating the problem properly can make a difference. 

Episode 29: Eating Disorders and Type 1 Diabetes

Randy Jackson has lived with type 2 diabetes for nearly 2 decades. Ignoring advice from his dentist who had noticed signs of diabetes in Randy's mouth, the award-winning producer and former American Idol judge landed in the ER with a blood sugar over 500 mg/dL.  Today, thankfully, his diabetes is well controlled. Randy has teamed up with Colgate toothpaste to raise awareness about diabetes and the link between blood sugar and gum disease. For more information about the "Everyday Reality" of living with diabetes and the campaign, follow the #EverydayReality conversation on Instagram @Colgate and @AmDiabetesAssn.

Episode 28: Randy Jackson Raises Awareness About Type 2 Diabetes and Oral Health

Dr. Scott Cunneen performs more than 100 weight loss or metabolic surgeries each year on people with type 2 diabetes. Hear why it's a safe and successful procedure and learn if it can be a game changer for you. Dr, Cunneen is the director of metabolic and bariatric surgery at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles and the co-author (with OnTrack Diabetes type 2 writer Nancy Sayles Kaneshiro) of  21 Things You Need to Know about Diabetes and Weight-Loss Surgery (American Diabetes Association, 2017).

Episode 27: Is Bariatric Surgery Right for You?

The price of insulin in the US has more than doubled since 2012. As a result, the cost of this life-saving hormone is out of reach for many people with diabetes. Some try to make it last longer by rationing the expensive substance, putting their lives at risk. Alec Smith tragically lost his life in June 2017, a few weeks after his 26th birthday, from a condition known as diabetic ketoacidosis—a consequence of dangerously high blood sugar. Nicole Smith-Holt, Alec's mother, shares her son's sad story and explains what can be done to combat this troubling problem.

Episode 26: Losing Alec

Obesity is a complicated problem in our society. If you are a person struggling with weight loss you will find validation, comfort and practical tips in this podcast.  Two experts—Amy Hess-Fischl, a certified diabetes educator and Dr. Michael McGee, a psychiatrist who specializes in treating addictions—address the emotional side of eating, explain the neuro-biological process, and make a compelling case for treating obesity as an addiction. 

Episode 25: The Obesity Podcast

Daniele Hargenrader, aka the Diabetes Dominator, has been there. After suddenly losing her father at the age of 12, she found comfort in food and ate her way to weighing more than 200 pounds in just a few months. Learn how after many unsuccessful attempts to lose weight and get her blood sugar under control, she finally figured out a simple system that made sense for her life and helped her get back in the driver's seat. 

Episode 24: Daniele Hargenrader aka the Diabetes Dominator

For a person living with diabetes, medical expenses are more than two times higher than someone who does not have diabetes. Here is expert advice to help you cut costs without cutting quality.

Episode 23: How to Save Money on Your Diabetes Supplies

Chef Doreen Colondres, a celebrity chef, cookbook author and founder of The Kitchen Doesn't Bite website is on a mission to get everyone eating more home-cooked meals made with fresh ingredients. Her easy-to-prepare, healthy recipes were inspired by having grandparents with diabetes and a backyard garden in Puerto Rice with 30 fresh ingredients—and live chickens, too.

Episode 22: Chef Doreen's Easy Recipes Will Make You Want to Spend More Time in the Kitchen

On the heels of his newly-released song, "Let 'Em Loose," country singer Ben Rue takes a break from his hectic schedule to chat with OnTrack Diabetes type 1 writer Quinn Nystrom. Get in on the fun @BenRueMusic, with the hashtag #BuckOffDiabetes.

Episode 21: Country Music Star Ben Rue Takes Diabetes by the Horns

The Diabetes Dish catches up with Jonathan Tijerina, a busy Stanford Medical Student and future plastic surgeon who was diagnosed 13 years ago with type 1 diabetes. Hear Jonathan’s interesting background story that includes a traumatic conversation he had with a unsympathetic doctor and why he spends his lunchtimes teaching his peers to have more empathy for patients living with diabetes.

Episode 20: What’s So Great About the Dexcom G6 CGM?

Sarah Lucas, CEO of Beyond Type 1, discusses the group's campaign to raise awareness about DKA. She is joined by Meredith Rosser whose son was diagnosed with T1D when his blood sugar hit 1,400 mg/dL and he was in DKA.

Episode 19: Beyond Type 1 Aims to Save Lives by Raising Awareness about DKA

Meet Emily Goldman and Christie Leist, two type 1 dia-besties who met in college and started a podcast called Pancreas Pals. Hear their tips about managing relationships, blood sugars, and other challenges of living with diabetes in your 20s.

Epidode 18: Meet the Pancreas Pals

In this revealing podcast, type 1 writer Quinn Nystrom opens up about her eating disorder struggle. Her message of hope will inspire anyone currently battling this difficult problem. Quinn Nystrom, type 1 writer, author and public speaker has been traveling across the country as the national diabetes ambassador for the Center for Change speaking out about the high prevalence of eating disorders among people with type 1 diabetes.

Episode 17: Quinn's Struggle with Bulimia and Type 1 Diabetes

The Diabetes Dish catches up with one of our favorite experts—Susan Weiner, MS, RDN, CDE, CDN, who says it’s possible to enjoy the season without sending your blood sugar soaring. Listen in to learn how to stop the shoulding and celebrate with less guilt and more joy. Susan is a registered dietitian/nutritionist and certified diabetes educator extraordinaire, 2015 Diabetes Educator of the Year, and recently-elected to the Board of Directors of the American Association of Diabetes Educators.

Episode 16: Parties, Traveling and Cookies Everywhere! Tips for Managing Diabetes During the Holidays

The Diabetes Dish recently sat down with Charles Mattocks, host of the new diabetes reality show, "Reversed," and one of the show's cast members. Both men have type 2 diabetes. Learn more about the on-air challenges they faced and what it takes to change unhealthy lifestyles and make those changes stick.

Episode 15: Can a Week in Jamaica "Reverse" Type 2 Diabetes?

OnTrack Diabetes Blogger Nancy Sayles Kaneshiro struggled for years to get her type 2 diabetes under control. She was taking three medications, yet still had elevated blood sugar levels and was 70 pounds overweight. After doing her research, she decided bariatric was the way to go. Find out how the procedure has turned her life and her diabetes around, and hear about the book she's co-authored with her surgeon Dr. Scott Cunneen: 21 Things You Need to Know about Diabetes and Weight-Loss Surgery (American Diabetes Association, 2017).

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