Liz and Amy dive into the basics and talk about treating hypos and their favorite low snacks. Not all treatments are created equal. And remember, the best low snack is the one you have on you - so stash them and carry them! Instagram @diacastpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/diacastpodcast/) Facebook Diacast (https://www.facebook.com/diacastpodcast) Email us at contact@diacast.com Please feel free to join the wonderful diabetes communities on Reddit and Discord. r/diabetes subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/diabetes/ r/Diabetes discord: discord.gg/diabetes Patreon (help us stop losing money ..read more

Diabetes management is all about finding what works for you - and then implementing it. This month we dig into self-management and self-advocacy. Join Liz, Amy, and Kelly to discuss choosing the management methods that work best for you, benefits of MDI vs insulin pumps, use of medications for T2 management, and tips for getting what you want from your care team. Instagram @diacastpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/diacastpodcast/) Facebook Diacast (https://www.facebook.com/diacastpodcast) Email us at contact@diacast.com Please feel free to join the wonderful diabetes communities on Reddit and ..read more

Season 3 kicks off with a back-to-the-basics look at carbs. This being the Diacast, the basics include a discussion of different types of carbs, how they absorb, and why they’re important. Also a discussion on the link between low carb diets and increased insulin resistance.  Instagram @diacastpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/diacastpodcast/) Facebook Diacast (https://www.facebook.com/diacastpodcast) Email us at contact@diacast.com Please feel free to join the wonderful diabetes communities on Reddit and Discord. r/diabetes subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/diabetes/ r/Diabetes discor ..read more

Ever wondered how accurate your CGM and meter really are? Join Amy, Liz, DJ, and Paul as they discuss how accuracy is determined for blood glucose measurements, how CGM placement impacts readings, and how to restart different sensors. Plus what meters are the most accurate and other nifty tips. Instagram @diacastpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/diacastpodcast/) Facebook Diacast (https://www.facebook.com/diacastpodcast) Email us at contact@diacast.com Please feel free to join the wonderful diabetes communities on Reddit and Discord. r/diabetes subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/diabetes/ r/D ..read more

Use of diabetes medications in non-approved (aka off-label) ways is increasingly common. This month, Amy and Liz dig into common off-label usage of Type 2 medications in insulin-deficient diabetes. Meds like GLP-1s, SLGT2’s, and metformin have an established history as a treatment for improving insulin sensitivity in T1’s. Ever wonder how that works and what the potential down sides are? While they’re on the topic of medications used for non-FDA-approved purposes, stay for the second half of the episode where they delve into use of supplements (cinnamon and turmeric) for diabetes management an ..read more

Liz and Amy are joined by friends-of-the-Diacast DJ and Evan to discuss the day-to-day decisions that go into living with diabetes. From the small habits and snack-stashing to timing of meds and decision fatigue, they talk about some of the multitude of things that they do every day. Just because diabetes is an invisible disability doesn’t mean it doesn’t significantly impact every aspect of our lives. Bonus content: an in-depth (and on-topic) conversation about warm butt skittles (totally safe for work). Instagram @diacastpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/diacastpodcast/) Facebook Diacast (h ..read more

It’s officially summer and that means time for Liz and Amy to sit down and talk about diabetes management during those fun summer parties, BBQ’s, and events. While they’re at it, they discuss how dehydration can increase your blood glucose levels (but maybe not the way you think it does) and how diabetes impacts our body’s ability to handle thermal stresses. Grab your sunscreen and drink with an umbrella and enjoy! Instagram @diacastpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/diacastpodcast/) Facebook Diacast (https://www.facebook.com/diacastpodcast) Email us at contact@diacast.com Please feel free to ..read more

So many types of diabetes, so little time and so much confusion. This episode is those who have been confused by insulin resistance vs. insulin deficiency, what Type 3 diabetes actually is, and why Amy gets cranky when people claim you can have “double diabetes” (spoiler: it’s not a real thing). Join Amy and Liz as they provide a high-level rundown on the different types of diabetes, their causes, and treatments. Then save the episode to send to your friends and family who are confused. Instagram @diacastpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/diacastpodcast/) Facebook Diacast (https://www.facebook ..read more

Diabetes management has come a long way from being a wasting sickness/death sentence and tasting urine to measure blood glucose. This month, Liz, Amy, and Evan (an actual teacher) take a walk down history lane to talk about how diabetes management has evolved over the years. From the advent of home glucose monitoring, metformin, and insulin to CGMs and automated insulin delivery systems, things have changed a lot over the years. Instagram @diacastpodcast (https://www.instagram.com/diacastpodcast/) Facebook Diacast (https://www.facebook.com/diacastpodcast) Tweet us at @diacast Email us at conta ..read more

It finally happened - Amy and DJ sat down to talk (in detail) about diabetes-related complications and comorbidities. For starters, what’s the difference between them (hint: they are not the same), how can you reduce your chances of getting them (you can’t always), and how do you manage/treat them. The good news is management and treatment options have improved dramatically over the past 30 years. Unfortunately, our pun game has not. So grab your glucose meter and hold on tight for an hour and a half of Amy being unable to pronounce words. Tweet us at @diacast Email us at contact@diacast.com ..read more