Are you ready to be inspired? In this episode of Dialogue, Pam speaks with Milly Larmer from Gulf For Good where you'll get an inside look at her journey as a person living with diabetes. From conquering mountains to taking on other physical challenges all around the world - nothing is stopping her! Tune in to hear how she’s breaking down barriers and what advice she has for others living with diabetes. Don’t miss out on this incredible conversation! Join the Diapoint mailing list for exclusive insights, offers and diabetes wisdom. Visit the D-Shop where we offer beautiful, practical diabetes ..read more

In this episode of Dia-Logue: The Diapoint Podcast, Pam speaks with Yonca Tokbaş and Ayşen Gilroy about the foundation of the Mediterranean diet, olive oil.   They discuss everything from harvesting to production, storage, and how to use it.   Ayşen Gilroy is a passionate olive oil entrepreneur with a profound love for the Aegean Region's liquid gold. Her and her family-owned olive oil business journey began with a deep appreciation for olive oil’s rich history, health benefits, and culinary versatility.   Their journey began with a small grove and a dream, and today, their oliv ..read more

In this episode, we'll dive into the thought-provoking, controversial world of using diabetes drugs for weight loss.   It all started when Dr. Oz, an American talk show host, introduced Ozempic, a medication designed for diabetes management, to the world back in 2021 as a solution for weight loss. Since then it has become very popular. The promise of shedding pounds effortlessly led to a surge in demand that eventually caused a shortage of the drug.   We're going deeper into the story and learn what's behind this frenzy, and more importantly, what are the potential risks and rewards ..read more

It's the Season 4 Finale of Dia-logue: The Diapoint Podcast! We have so much gratitude to our incredible guests and dedicated listeners. We truly extend our heartfelt appreciation to those who have contributed to the success of the podcast.   As we bid farewell to Season 4, we take a moment to focus on your well-being. In the spirit of summer, Pam provides a few valuable - and easy! - health and wellness tips to incorporate into your routine. From staying hydrated and protecting your skin to enjoying seasonal fruits and vegetables, there are many practical things that you can do to help y ..read more

Today, Pam speaks with Renza Scibilia, a renowned diabetes advocate. Renza is a leader who has been using her voice to make significant strides in addressing stigma and improving the language used when discussing diabetes. Don’t miss this discussion and chance to learn more from one of the world’s leading diabetes advocates as we explore The Importance of Diabetes Advocacy, Addressing Stigma and The Language We Use. Renza Scibilia has lived with type 1 diabetes since 1998 and has worked in diabetes organizations for 22 years. She is the Director of Community Building and Communications in the ..read more

Phil Southerland always says, "Diabetes only chooses the champions."   In this episode, Pam has the pleasure of speaking with a true champion, Phil Southerland, founder of Team Novo and Supersapiens. He shares his journey with Type 1 Diabetes and how he's uses his experience to constantly help others and raise the bar of what is possible. From his early diagnosis as an infant to his successful career, Phil inspires us to push beyond limitations and redefine what's possible.   During the conversation, Phil shares his insights on innovation, advocacy, and the importance of not believin ..read more

Join us as we speak with Ginger Vieira about her new book, Exercise with Type 1 Diabetes. She shares so many insights to how insulin works in the body and how exercise effects our blood sugar. We also talk about the use of CGMs in people without diabetes, and she shares a little insight into the use of Ozempic in people who have Type 1 Diabetes.   Ginger Vieira has lived with type 1 diabetes and celiac disease since 1999 and fibromyalgia since 2014. She is the author of several books, including Pregnancy with Type 1 Diabetes, Dealing with Diabetes Burnout, Emotional Eating with Diabetes ..read more

Welcome to Season 5 of Dia-logue: The Diapoint Podcast!   As the summer winds down and we find ourselves in the season of renewal, it's the perfect time to reflect and reset our goals—especially as we like to think of September as 'the new January.' This season, we have an incredible lineup of guests from the worlds of health, wellness, and diabetes, each with unique insights that promise to enlighten and empower you.   You may have also seen us talking about our Diapoint Family Weekend happening on November 4-5, 2023, in Dubai. Imagine a space where the diabetes journey is not just ..read more

At Diapoint, we talk a lot about Lifestyle Medicine and its importance in diabetes management and general health. But with all the sudden online focus, you might be a little skeptical about its usefulness.   In this episode, we clear up all doubts and speak with Aarti Javari-Mehta, M.D. a Board Certified Internal Medicine Specialist who uses Lifestyle Medicine in her medical practice, and modern medical guidelines that recommend doctors prescribe lifestyle changes first when treating many chronic conditions.   Dr. Aarti walks us through the pillars of lifestyle medicine: Whole-food ..read more

Do you ever look at a food label and think WOW there's so much information! Well today, Pam is going to break it down to make it easier to understand food labels!   Even though the labels are filled with informative tidbits, they can sometimes be confusing and feel overwhelming. To help you out, this episode will teach you how to read nutritional facts on your food packaging, what ingredients actually mean, and how to understand some of the key nutritional information.   Join the Diapoint mailing list for exclusive insights, offers and diabetes wisdom.   Visit the D-Shop where w ..read more