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Diabetic and HealthyYour Stories: Taylor MacIsaacFrom the peak of health and becoming a bikini competitor to being hospitalized with DKA and dealing with a life changing diagnosis.
This week I speak with Taylor from Ontario, Canada, and she shares a very honest account of dealing with her Type 1 diagnosis, learning to accept it’s a lifelong condition and getting to grips with managing blood sugar levels around exercise.
Taylor was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes just 3 months before most of the world went into ‘lockdown’ and although it’s been tough she explains how the lockdown has given her the opportunity to slow down and lear...2021-03-0145 minDiabetic and HealthyFitBit and Diabetes UKThe older generation can probably remember when the only resource available for monitoring blood glucose levels was a basic finger prick test or maybe even just urine testing.
Diabetes research and technology have come a very long way over the past few decades and there are now so many amazing, advanced ways to help manage this challenging condition.
In this week's episode I share some 'Diabetes News' I came across this week which includes a new partnership between FitBit and Diabetes UK.2021-02-2210 minDiabetic and HealthyWhat is a Flash Glucose Monitor PLUS Libre2 ReviewIn this week's podcast episode I look at the different ways for people with Diabetes to monitor their blood glucose levels and the options available from finger prick testing to Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGM’s).
I have personally started using the new Freestyle Libre2 Sensors in the past couple of months so I thought I would also share my honest opinion on those and what I feel the pro’s and con’s are.2021-02-1517 minDiabetic and HealthyCOVID, Stress and the Immune SystemIn this week’s episode I talk about how the current situation could be affecting your immune system and what you can do to help combat it.
Due to COVID-19, the restrictions and the lockdowns, the past year has been and continues to be a very stressful time for many. Whether its from fear of getting the virus, financial stress caused by the lockdowns or anxiety in isolation, all of these things cause stress in our bodies.
You may already notice the impact that stress can have on your blood sugar levels but this isn’t the only phys...2021-02-0815 minDiabetic and Healthy50th Episode Plus Charlotte's 5 Fundamentals of being Diabetic and HealthyThis is the 50th Episode of the Diabetic and Healthy Podcast.
To celebrate this is a very special episode!
This week, not only can you learn Charlotte's 5 Fundamentals of being Diabetic and Healthy, but you can also enter our competition which has an amazing prize.
All you have to do is download and listen to this episode which tells you how to enter and you can win -
1 x 1:1 Lifestyle and Fitness Consultation with Charlotte
1 x Personalised Fitness Plan based on your goals
AND
2 x Healthy recipe guides including meal plans and shopping lists
Details for...2021-02-0117 min
Diabetic and HealthyYour Stories: Chris McMahonIn this week’s episode I speak with Chris McMahon who is a Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach and Mindset Coach. Chris was also diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes when he was a child and he shares his story, from diagnosis to the present day where he is coaching people to be healthy, energised and active or as Chris calls it ‘Aligned and Alive!’
Chris has a wife and 9 month old son and explains how he manages to stay fit and healthy around busy family life and work commitments.
Chris has also very kindly gifted a 3 part video series especially for Diabet...2021-01-2559 min
Diabetic and HealthyDigging Deeper with Nic WoodFollowing some great feedback on last week’s episode, all about motivation and goal setting, we decided to follow it up by digging deeper into what is really holding you back.
For this I spoke to the wonderful Nic Wood who is a Mind Coach and has been a guest on previous podcast episodes.
Nic explains some great exercises that you can use today to find your ‘why’ and find what truly motivates you.
We also discuss what skills we have as Diabetics and how we can use those to help us reach our goals.2021-01-1829 minDiabetic and HealthyMotivation and Goal settingAs requested by you, in this week’s podcast episode I talk about motivation and goal setting.
January blues will have kicked in for many and it can make it harder than usual to get motivated and stay motivated. On top of that we currently find ourselves in a challenging and unusual situation to say the least due to COVID-19. This has resulted in many people feeling demotivated and struggling to put many plans in place.
Today I share my top tips for finding motivation, the benefits of goal setting and techniques that you can start using today to he...2021-01-1119 min
Diabetic and HealthyYour Diabetic Stories - Brandon MouwDiagnosed as having Type 1 Diabetes at just 3 years old, today’s guest Brandon Mouw, shares his incredible and inspirational story.
Imagine...Imagine maintaining the most incredible control of your Diabetes and your blood sugars for years only to then develop brittle Diabetes, Hypo Unawareness and be told you have 2 years to live if you can’t find 250 thousand dollars for a Pancreas transplant. This was the reality facing Brandon just a couple of years ago.
In this episode Brandon Mouw shares his incredible journey from growing up from a young age with Type 1 to h...2021-01-041h 24Diabetic and HealthyRound up of 2020 and Thank You!Wow! What a year 2020 has been!
In this week's episode I run through some impressive stats about the podcast this year including the top 3 most downloaded episodes.
I say a big thank you to everyone who has been involved or supported Diabetic and Healthy this year AND let you know why you can’t miss the first episode of 2021!2020-12-2807 min
Diabetic and HealthyYour Stories: NicoleIn this week's episode I speak to a wonderful lady called Nicole from California.
After Nicole’s diagnosis with Type 1 Diabetes when she was 17 she spent several years in denial of her condition. Unfortunately due to her blood sugar levels running so high for such a long period of time, it led to some very serious medical complications. Fast forward to today and Nicole has received life saving treatments including a kidney / pancreas transplant.
Despite everything she has been through and ongoing treatments, Nicole has such a positive and inspirational mindset.
Listen to the full interview to he...2020-12-2148 minDiabetic and HealthyDiabetes is IndividualWe are all completely unique and so is our approach to our Diabetes management.
Social media is an amazing resource and there is a great Diabetes Community online however recently I'm seeing a lot of posts suggesting that there are specific ways you should be managing your Diabetes.
This condition is far from being a 'one size fits all' subject and what works for one person doesn't necessarily work for another.
In this episode I talk about my observations of 'Diabetes on social media' and how there's no right or wrong when it comes to how people...2020-12-1416 minDiabetic and HealthyNutrition for Blood Glucose ManagementAs requested by the listeners, this week's episode is all about nutrition for blood glucose control.
I speak to Diabetes Specialist Dietitian and part of the Diabetic and Healthy team, Isi Hooley. Isi talks all about the effect of different foods on blood sugar levels, different types of carbohydrates, how to help prevent large spikes in blood sugars and understanding the Glycaemic Index.
Helpful link
Learn more about the Glycemic Index and use the calculator to learn the GI of specific foods
https://www.glycemicindex.com/ (Glycemic Index)2020-12-0734 minDiabetic and HealthyDiabetes and Hypo AnxietyThis week’s episode is about Hypo Anxiety.
If you have Diabetes then having a hypo (low blood sugar) is likely to be one of things that you worry about but for some people it’s much more than just a ‘worry’.
Hypo Anxiety is when the thought of having a hypo can actually cause you a lot of distress and can impact not only your blood sugar management but also your day to day life.
25% of people with Diabetes suffer from Hypo Anxiety so if this is something you suffer from you may find some comfort in knowi...2020-11-3014 min
Diabetic and HealthyGemma - Life, Lifting and LockdownIn this weeks episode I catch up with Gemma Davies.
If you are a regular listener you will know Gemma from previous shows but if you are new to show here is a bit of background info for you!
Gemma is a busy, working Mum to 3 boys and was diagnosed with Diabetes during her pregnancy.
After years of not making the condition her priority and suffering from undiagnosed Diabulimia, Gemma has now completely turned her life around and is living a much healthier lifestyle. She has been kind enough to share her journey with us as she...2020-11-2320 minDiabetic and HealthyAlcohol and DiabetesThis week’s podcast episode (which was going out live on Facebook) is all about Alcohol and Diabetes.
Do you avoid alcohol due to not understanding how it might impact your blood sugar levels?
Have you ever had a few too many and struggled to keep your blood sugar levels stable the next day?
Listen, or watch, to understand how alcohol impacts your blood sugar levels, why people with Diabetes have been arrested whilst hypo AND my top tips on how to stay safe if you are drinking.2020-11-1615 min
Diabetic and HealthyYour Stories: Guido CichonIn this weeks episode, I catch up with Guido who owns and runs his own gym in Germany. After being diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes and finding his love for fitness, Guido trained to become a personal trainer, a nutrition coach and a mindset coach so that he could help others to not only achieve their goals in the gym but also help them understand the power of the right mindset.
Guido lives a bodybuilding lifestyle and shows that with the right understanding you can most definitely build muscle with Type 1 Diabetes.
Listen to learn more about fitness, nutrition...2020-11-0957 min
Diabetic and HealthyMindful Eating and DiabetesDo you struggle with your weight? Are you an emotional eater? Do you ‘binge’ on food
Do you ever wish you could just take control of your eating?
If your answer is yes to any of the above then listening to this weeks podcast episode is a must!
Mindful eating is all about taking control of your eating habits and having a healthy relationship with food. I believe that having Diabetes, Type 1 or Type 2, can lead us to become fixated on food which can have negative effects on our Diabetes control and our health in general.
In this episode I expl...2020-11-0214 min
Diabetic and HealthyYour Stories - Phil CookThis weeks podcast episode is another in the Your Stories series.
I talk to Phil Cook from Michigan in the USA. Phil has a wife and a 2 year old Daughter and lives a busy life with Type 1 Diabetes.
In this interview Phil speaks about his diagnosis and how Diabetes has changed his life over the past 5 years.
Phil now has his own Diabetes Blog ‘Beetus Life’ and is a big advocate for Type 1 and mental health due to managing both anxiety and depression himself alongside his Diabetes.
Listen to hear Phil’s story from pre diagnosis to his...2020-10-2641 min
Diabetic and HealthyCan Diabetes be a positive thing?Having the right mindset can be extremely powerful, especially when it comes to managing a long term health condition like Diabetes.
This week's podcast episode is all about how, with the right perspective, Diabetes can actually be a positive thing. That might sound crazy but take a listen and I share what I’ve learnt since my diagnosis and how I believe, in some ways, it has changed my life for the better.2020-10-1907 min
Diabetic and HealthyAn Interview with Jacob Weber - The Kinetic DiabeticJacob's Type 1 diagnosis story is far from a typical one and certainly unlike any that I have heard of.
In this very honest interview Jacob shares his story and how his life, and his mindset, have changed over the past decade.
Make sure you listen until the end as Jacob also shares 5 pieces of great advice for anyone who lives with Type 1 Diabetes.2020-10-121h 13Diabetic and Healthy5 Tips to reset your blood sugarsDo your blood sugars sometimes seem to have a mind of their own?
Unexpected lows? Huge spikes? Or just generally all over the place?!
These are my top 5 tips to how to get those crazy blood sugars back under control.
Prioritise blood sugars and check more often
Keep a diary of blood sugars, food insulin doses and then check for for patterns
Rule out other triggers
Take time out to destress
Try temporary reducing carb intake
For full details of how this can help you and the best way to follow these tips, listen to this episode now.2020-10-0510 min
Diabetic and HealthyThe Breakfast DebateDo you wake up and head for the kitchen or do you continue to fast?
In this weeks podcast episode I talk about the benefits of eating breakfast if you have Diabetes and some examples of great brekky choices to set those blood sugars up for the day!2020-09-2800 min
Diabetic and HealthyWhat is a keto diet?In this weeks podcast episode Isi, our Specialist Diabetes Dietitian, and I give an introduction to Keto Diets.
Listen to learn -
what a keto diet is
what ketosis means
if anyone can maintain a keto diet
the benefits of keto
if keto is suitable or even possible if you have Diabetes
And much more!2020-09-2100 min
Type1lifting29: Diabetic and Healthy with Charlotte BulpittWelcome to the Type1lifting podcast.
In this episode I talk to CharlotteBulpitt @diabetic_and_healthy who is a diabetic nutrition advisor.
In this episode we talk about.
•When she was diagnosed
•How she got into coaching
•How she handled diabetes and doing a show
•What she sees diabetic and healthy in the future.
You can I’lle always check out Type1lifting by going to
www.type1lifting.com
Instagram
@type1lifting
Twitter
@type1lifting
Facebook
Type1lifting
Tik Tok
@Type1lifting
Thank you for listening and enjoy the show.2020-09-1559 min
Diabetic and Healthy5 things that are easy to forgetDid you know that having Diabetes means that you make, on average, 180 extra decisions every day just to try and manage your blood sugars?
So I think we would be excused for sometimes forgetting the basics!
In this weeks podcast episode I talk about 5 things that are easy to forget but may well have an impact on blood sugar control 2020-09-1400 min
Diabetic and HealthyCompetitive Bodybuilding and Diabetes Part 2If you enjoyed last weeks episode hopefully todays episode will also be of interest to you.
Whether you are just interested in bodybuilding competitions or maybe would like to compete yourself then this episode is a must listen!
You will learn all about the process on show day and what can happen following a bodybuilding or fitness modelling competition.
I talk about:
Getting stage ready …………...including THE stage tan!
Dehydration
Carb loading
The mental health aspect including Body Dysmorphia
The post competition binge
Plus find out if I would compete again and much more!2020-09-0700 min
Diabetic and HealthyCompetitive Bodybuilding and Diabetes Part 1After a lot of you asked me questions regarding Diabetes and when I used to bodybuild, I decided to put together a podcast episode about it. 2 episodes in fact!
In this episode, part 1, you can learn more about the process of preparing for a competition with Type 1 Diabetes including -
What ‘bulking’ and ‘cutting’ means and consists of
How much time goes into the ‘prep’ stage
What has to be considered from a Diabetes point of view
AND
Whether Diabetes and being on insulin is an advantage or a disadvantage when it comes to building muscle2020-08-3100 min
Diabetic and HealthyMental Health and Diabetes - with Nick OttoHost Charlotte revisit a previous guest from the show, Nick Otto AKA Insulin Junkie.
Nick had a rough start in life by anyone's standards and now manages not only Type 1 Diabetes but also Depression, ADHD and PTSD.
In this candid and honest interview Nick talks about growing up in care, the stigma surrounding mental health and how he manages both his physical and mental health on a daily basis.
Despite Mental Health being a very serious subject, Nick and Charlotte manage to make this an enjoyable episode - maybe it may resinate with you.2020-08-2400 min
Diabetic and HealthyTraining and Type 1 Diabetes - Your Questions AnsweredIn this episode I answer your questions about training with Type 1.
Being a personal trainer, having Diabetes and also having done competitive bodybuilding in the past, I often get messages asking questions regarding building muscle with Diabetes and other weight training related queries..
Listen to this weeks episode to find out the answers to these top 5 commonly asked questions -
Why am I struggling to build muscle?
Is it safe to exercise with high blood sugars?
I’ve heard of non-Diabetic bodybuilders using insulin so am I at an advantage because I take insulin?
Are protein shakes dangerous fo...2020-08-1700 min
Diabetic and HealthyA look back at our first 25 episodes and our successHave you discovered what is making the Diabetic and Healthy podcasts one of the top Diabetic Podcasts on iTunes?
We rank across the world in the podcast charts, have a 4.7 star rating and this week so far we've been downloaded in 29 countries.
Have you only just found the Diabetic and Healthy podcast?
Trying to catch up on all of the episodes so far?
In this week’s episode I give you a run down of the last 24 shows so that you can go and check out the ones that are the most relevant for you.
I also highlight so...2020-08-1000 min
Diabetic and HealthyDiabetes, Burnout and Social MediaIn this weeks episode I discuss both Diabetes burnout and the, sometimes, negative effects of social media.
You can learn more about -
What Diabetes Burnout is
How ‘normal’ Burnout is
Signs and symptoms of Burnout
The pressures of social media
AND how not to believe everything you see!2020-08-0300 min
Diabetic and HealthyYour Stories: Amy and her shock diagnosisThis is Amy’s story.
Amy is 18 years old and was only diagnosed as having Type 1 Diabetes a few months ago, just at the start of the Coronavirus lockdown in the UK.
You can learn more about how Amy has coped with this shock diagnosis and how her positive attitude is already having an impact on her Diabetes Management.
We discuss -
Symptoms pre-diagnosis
Why Amy ended up in HDU
Using lockdown to learn more about Diabetes
The importance of accepting your condition
How crucial the online Diabetes community can be 2020-07-2700 min
Diabetic and HealthySpecial Interview: Chris Ruden who says “Limitations are self-imposed”Chris Ruden - quite possibly the most inspirational Diabetic you could ever meet.
“Limitations are self-imposed” is the strong message that Chris sends out and he is living proof of that.
For anyone who isn’t familiar with Chris, he is an elite powerlifter despite the fact that due to a birth defect his left arm is shorter than his right and he only has 2 fingers on his left hand.
Chris was also diagnosed as having Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 19. He is now a very successful entrepreneur, model and a motivational speaker.
Here are just some of the gr...2020-07-2000 min
Diabetic and HealthyHow to overcome lack of motivationDo you struggle to get motivated? Do you have health or fitness goals but just cannot bring yourself to get started?
In this episode I share my top 5 tips for not only how to take those first steps and get started but also how to stay motivated.
I’ll explain everything from why its so important to find someone to hold you accountable to learning how your big end goal could actually be what’s holding you back.
So if you finally want to take the first step to reaching your goal, this episode is a must!2020-07-1300 min
Diabetic and HealthyYour Stories: Nick Otto AKA AKA Insulin JunkieIn this episode I talk to Nick Otto AKA Insulin Junkie. Nick is a YouTuber living in Florida and he has Type 1 Diabetes.
Nick shares his story about his journey with Diabetes, how it has changed his life and what advice he would give to anyone who is newly diagnosed or struggling with the condition. 2020-07-0600 min
Diabetic and HealthyTop 10 tips for being Diabetic and HealthyBeing Diabetic isn't easy. So I've put together our top 10 tips for being Diabetic and Healthy to make your life a little easier.
Including:
Move more - not talking about workouts, day to day.
Stay hydrated - so important, so simple.
Get enough sleep
Exercise
Fitness Journal
Eat a varied Diet
Don't expect perfection
Find a diabuddy
If it’s not working try something else
Be kind to yourself
I talk through each of these top 10 tips to tell you how quick and simply it can be to feel even healthier.2020-06-2900 min
Diabetic and HealthyDiabetes - The Highs and Lows of LockdownIn this episode I catch up with Gemma.
For those of you who are new to the podcast, Gemma is a working Mum of 3 who has had Type 1 Diabetes for many years. After a challenging time with the condition Gemma kindly agreed to share her journey with us as she takes on new healthy lifestyle changes.
This week Gemma shares with us her ups and downs since being in lockdown, why she won’t be having a drink for a while and what advice she would give to anyone else suffering with the lockdown blues!2020-06-2200 min
Diabetic and HealthyDiabetes and eating disordersThis weeks episode looks at Diabetes and eating disorders, specifically Diabulima.
I speak in detail about the condition with Isi, who is a Specialist Diabetes Dietitian, and we discuss the following -
Exactly what ‘Diabulimia’
How common eating disorders are if you have Diabetes
Why do these kind of disorders develop
How to spot the signs that someone may be suffering with or developing an eating disorder
What to do if you recognise some of these symptoms in yourself
How to get help2020-06-1500 min
Diabetic and HealthyDiabetes and HyposThis weeks episode is all about hypos or hypoglycaemia. This is a great episode for both people with Diabetes but also for people who have a friend, family member or colleague that has Diabetes.
I’ll be covering everything from exactly what a hypo is and why it occurs to the effect that a hypo has on the brain and how hypo unawareness can occur.
I’ll also be talking about both the commonly listed symptoms of a hypo and also the not so commonly documented ones. How to recognise someone else is having a hypo and how you can...2020-06-0800 min
Diabetic and HealthyDiabetes, Covid-19 and Lockdown NutritionIsi, who is a Specialist Diabetes Dietitian and a member of the Diabetic and healthy team, joins me again for another podcast episode.
This week we are talking all about nutrition and how the current lockdown situation is affecting peoples usual eating habits.
In this episode we cover:
How the current lockdown situation has affected people's diet and also their Diabetes management
What seems to be the most common reaction, in terms of eating habits, to being in lockdown
How the change in people's eating habits is having an impact on their blood sugar levels
Isi’s to...2020-06-0100 min
Diabetic and HealthyDiabetes and FitnessIn this episode I’m going to be talking about how you take the first steps to getting fitter and healthier and how you make sure they are changes for life.
We'll have a brief recap on common reasons peoples diet and exercise goals often start well but then fail.
Also if you want to know what needs to be taken into account in terms of your blood sugar levels and adaptions you might need to make.
I’m going to explain the importance of making long term lifestyle changes and not always looking for a quick fix.
PLUS...2020-05-2500 min
Diabetic and HealthyMental Health Awareness Week & DiabetesA very special 'take-over' episode to help raise awareness of diabetes and mental health issues.
In this episode previous guest, Steve Witt takes over the show to interview Charlotte and find out why it's okay to not be okay, and why it's surprisingly common for mental health to be linked to diabetes.2020-05-2300 min
Diabetic and HealthyDebunking 10 myths about diabetesWhat’s the truth about diabetes? In today's episode we look at the top 10 myths about diabetes and you might want to share with all of your non-diabetic friends and family!
People with Diabetes can’t eat sugar.
There is no difference between Type 1 and Type 2
Diabetes comes from eating too much sugar.
Diabetes isn’t that serious or is a ‘mild’ condition.
You have to be overweight to be Diabetic.
Insulin cures Diabetes.
If nobody in your family has Diabetes then you aren’t at risk.
If you have Diabetes you can’t have childre...2020-05-1800 min
Diabetic and HealthyDiabetes and a positive mental attitude - the difference it makes to your healthYou are what you think you are, and your health can be directly effected by how positive you are? True or false?
In this episode we catch up with NLP Master Practitioner, Entrepreneur and health industry specialist, Paul Farquhar as we find out all about the concept of a 'Positive Mental Attitude'.
We cover a lot in todays episode PLUS there is a very special little exercise you can do to help put yourself into a positive state.
Find out more about NLP
Learn about how hypnotherapy can help with diabetes
Impact of stress on the immune system
Ref Tony...2020-05-1100 min
Diabetic and HealthyDiabetes and Fitness - Breaking Down BarriersIf you have Diabetes and want to get fit this episode is for you.
If you have Diabetes and don’t want to get fit then this episode is DEFINITELY for you!
In this episode I cover -
Common barriers to getting fit and how to overcome them
The benefits of being more active
My own personal obstacles that I’ve overcome
The importance of setting personal goals
The effect of exercise on your blood sugars
What you need to take into account when embarking on a new fitness journey
One quick activity that...2020-05-0400 min
Diabetic and HealthyDiabetes and COVID-19Diabetic and worried about COVID-19? What happens if you catch it? Charlotte catches up with Lisa Turnbull, a diabetic who recently recovered from the Coronavirus and tells her story.
In this episode we find out:
Was she scared?
At what point Lisa knew she needed medical help
What her blood sugars were like throughout
What is was like once she got to hospital
What the doctors explained to he
How the recovery process is going and how she feels now
This episode may help you understand what you need to be doing right now to look after yourself.2020-04-2800 min
Diabetic and HealthyMind, Body and DiabetesIn this episode I am sharing an interview with you that I did with a very special guest, called Nic Wood. Nic is a mind and body coach and is going to be one of our expert guest speakers on the podcast. When it comes to diabetes, I personally believe that our approach and our mindset on the condition is just as important as all the physical things that we do to manage it.
With that in mind, I approached Nic to find out how her expertise could help people with diabetes, that might be finding it challenging. I really...2020-04-2400 min
Diabetic and HealthyIsolation and Social Distancing as a DiabeticBeing diabetic is hard enough sometimes, now throw in social distancing and isolation during the Coronavirus lockdown, it can get even harder.
This is the first in a number of podcasts where I look at tips and techniques to try and help with the mental aspect of being diabetic. I'm honest and confess I do find it tough, so in this episode I look at the techniques I use to ensure I remain positive and healthy in the process.
Including:
The affect of running your blood sugar levels high
Understanding it's ok to feel anxious at times
Listening to...2020-04-1900 min
Diabetic and HealthyLiving with Diabetes - An interview with an expertThe interviewer becomes the interviewee as we get to learn more about Diabetic and Healthy founder Charlotte Bulpitt.
To help us learn more ,Charlotte asks her friend and fellow podcaster, Steve Witt to become the host for this episode and delve deeper into what it's like to live with diabetes.
Here are just some of the questions we learn the answers to:
How did you discover you were diabetic?
How bad did your condition get before you were diagnosed?
Does being a diabetic hold you back?
What are some of the biggest achievements you have made since being diabetic?
What...2020-04-0700 minDiabetic and HealthyEpisode 6: Gemma’s Fitness JourneyIn this episode, we check in with friend of the show, Gemma, and see how she is progressing with her health and nutrition plan.
We also talk about:
Shopping habits
Food cravings
Remaining positive during tough times
Diabetic diaries
Biggest daily challenges
And lots more.
Find out what is holding Gemma back and Charlotte talks about how to keep on track with this new diabetic health plan.2020-03-3000 minDiabetic and HealthyEpisode 5: Top five nutrition tipsIn today's show, Charlotte with our diabetes specialist dietician ,Isi, and we look at our top five nutrition tips.
As well as packing in a huge amount of 'food' related information into this show, we take a very refreshing approach to nutrition and find out why food is good but it doesn't have to be boring.
Isi reveals what her is the most common question she gets asked as a specialist diabetic dietician! Find out what this is.
We also look to bust some of those big diabetes myths about food and tackle some of those questions like "can I...2020-03-2400 minDiabetic and HealthyEpisode 4 - Colds and DiabetesIf you have diabetes, you are probably well aware of the impact that just a standard cold can have on your blood sugar levels. In this episode we will talk about how I personally try to manage it when I'm ill. Life doesn't stop when you're poorly so it's important that we take extra care of ourselves to stop things escalating and we can get back on form as quickly as possible.2020-03-1200 minDiabetic and HealthyEpisode 3 - Diabetes and a full and active lifeIncluded in this week episode we find a balance with your diabetes, we'll be talking exercise and how to lead a full and active life.2020-03-0300 min
Diabetic and HealthyEpisode 2 - Small Changes Make A Big DifferenceHello, welcome to episode 2 of the Diabetic and Healthy podcast. If you listened to our first podcast thank you so much for coming back and a big hi and welcome if you are a new listener.
Last week I was talking about how we often try to make healthy changes for new year and the reasons why sometimes they don’t work. We were all going to try and make one small change and increase our step count each day so I really hope you have achieved that, big pat on the back if you have!
Following on fr...2020-03-0200 min
Diabetic and HealthyThe all new ‘Diabetic and Healthy’ podcast and New Year resolutionsWelcome to the very first Diabetic and Healthy Podcast!
Firstly, I’d like to thank you so much for listening, if you do like what you hear please hit subscribe below so that you never miss a show.
My name is Charlotte, I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes about 14 years ago and I am going to be the main host of the show.
If you are wondering what the Diabetic and Healthy podcast is all about then let me give you a little overview.
In a nutshell the Diabetic and Healthy podcast has been created to ma...2020-03-0113 min