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fitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes024 Keeping Fit & Having Fun with Hal JohnsonA fond memory from my childhood was being inspired by the smiling faces of Hal Johnson and Joanne McLeod. I’d see them on TV reminding me to “keep fit and have fun!” Little did I know, the lessons they taught in their 90-second television series called “Body Break” would be life lessons. I’ve held onto those lessons throughout all my years. Body Break, which debuted in 1988, was initially broadcast throughout Canada. Eventually, it aired in many other countries! To honor its 30-year legacy and the hard work put forth by Hal and Joanne to motivate Canadians, this episode is my...2018-07-0417 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes023 T1D Realities with Crystal BowersoxYou might remember Crystal Bowersox from American Idol. Perhaps you know her because you’ve been to one of her amazing shows. Maybe she’s inspired you with one of her songs like “A Broken Wing” …or maybe the story of her life with T1D is something you relate to. What is it like to be a singer-songwriter with Type 1 Diabetes? I recently chatted with Crystal about her life with Type 1 Diabetes and immediately felt connected with her. I don’t know if it was because she’s a fellow farm girl or if it’s our T1D connection. Heari...2018-05-1523 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes022 Nutrition Spotlight: Chia & FlaxseedChia seed & flaxseed meal are both interesting, healthy and delicious. However,I am not a nutritionist so please do your own research.For your reference, here are some articles you will enjoy reading about chia & flaxseed: What are the benefits of Chia Seeds? A little seed may be what your diet needs Here is a nutrition comparison between Chia Seeds and Flaxseeds from Chia seeds versus flax seeds: what’s the difference? Good article: worth the read! Chia seeds (2 tablespoons) 140 calories 11 grams of fiber 7 grams of unsaturated fat 18% of the recommended daily value for calcium Trace minerals including zinc, cop...2018-04-0307 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes021 Exercise & Diabetes with Chris JarvisThis interview with Chris Jarvis, President of I Challenge Diabetes and Canadian Olympian shares so many interesting moments of his athletic life with Type 1 Diabetes. During this live Facebook Interview, we chatted about: Chris Jarvis’s Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis story What was it like to train, compete… and live with T1D as an athlete? Precautions Chris Jarvis takes to prevent low and high blood sugars during training. What motivates Chris What is I Challenge Diabetes? Who Is Chris Jarvis? Chris Jarvis is a Canadian rower. He competed in the 2004 Summer Olympics in Athens Greece and is the founder of “I...2018-03-1344 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes020 Pregnancy and Diabetes with Grace WallWhat is pregnancy like when you live with diabetes? This is a topic I know NOTHING about… nor will I ever. So, I decided to reach out to my diabuddy Grace who was happy to share her experiences about motherhood and diabetes. She also loves to be active and offers a wealth of relatable information for t1d moms-to-be. Grace answered some of my deepest questions about motherhood and diabetes including: Did you always know you wanted to be a mother? After realizing that you were going to be a mom, was your diabetes a concern? Did you have an...2018-02-2716 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes019 Low Carb SubstitutesFinding low carbohydrate (carb) alternatives to your favorite higher carb foods can be a challenge sometimes. In this episode, I share my favorite cooking substitutions for better blood sugars. What’s the Big Deal about Carbs? In general, it’s the carbohydrates or sugars in our food that cause our blood sugars to rise. Carbohydrates primarily necessitate the need for those living with type one diabetes to take insulin before meals. There are other factors but let’s keep it simple. Since carbs provide us energy to live, it’s recommended that we enjoy carbs in our daily nutrition regimen…...2018-02-1911 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes018 Dating, Relationships and DiabetesMy husband Rob joined in on this episode of fitT1Dfoodie to discuss dating, relationships and diabetes. Rob and I met about 13 years ago. At that time, Rob didn’t even really know what diabetes was so you can imagine what it was like to introduce him to life with T1D. Here are a few questions and answers transcribed from this episode. I fully encourage you to listen (and subscribe) to the podcast to hear how we expand on these topics with our personal stories. Laura: What did you think when you saw a bucket of needles under my s...2018-02-1319 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes017 Remembering the Man in The SunYesterday, Rob and I went to the pharmacy to pick up my insulin prescription. Right now, even though Rob and I have a fairly decent insurance plan, we still have to set aside a couple hundred each month whether to cover the cost of this insurance or the medical copays. It adds up and it makes life difficult in a time we should be padding our bank accounts for our golden years. As I stood looking at the wall of unclaimed prescriptions, I remembered a man Rob and I got to know when we lived in Nashville. We had j...2018-02-0608 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes016 What’s the Best Diabetic Nutrition Plan?This week, I have food on my mind. I’m struggling with when to eat, what to eat, what’s right, what’s wrong… what’s going to be the best nutrition plan for my diabetes — so, if I’m totally confused I bet you are too! Big Thanks to Bluburry (the largest podcast directory in the world) for putting an end to me recording my podcast on my iPhone. Recently, Blubrry hosted a contest and I thrilled to win the Grand Prize; a Heil Pr-40 mic. I hope you can tell the difference in the quality of my audio in this a...2018-01-3010 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes015 Diabetic Apps & TechnologyHappy New Year! How was your first week of 2018? Mine was great. Rob and I survived the Boston blizzard, sadly, we both caught colds and now I’m having fun making sense of my fitness and nutrition from the comfort of my iPhone. Show Notes This last year our mobile platforms have begun to surge with novel ways to help us manage our diabetes. Here is a quick review of some Diabetic apps & technology that I love and use regularly. Dexcom G5 Mobile Dexcom Follow Dexcom Clarity Reports I use the Dexcom continuous glucose monitor (CGM). It monitors my bl...2018-01-0708 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes014 Setting Achievable GoalsWith the New Year upon us, I thought it was time to focus on approaching 2018 with a mindset to help me set some achievable goals. Are you experiencing a little anxiety over the fact that Christmas is over and all you’re seeing are ads about getting back in shape and New Years Resolutions? Blah! If you’re anything like me, you’re probably stressing because life with diabetes isn’t easy, let alone trying to set all these grandiose goals! I don’t like using the word resolution because most of us fail at them. Ask yourself, “What was your 2017...2017-12-3108 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes013 Diabetes and AlcoholI thought diabetes and alcohol might be a timely topic with the holidays now upon us. I’m sure most of us will end up at some event, somewhere, with some glass in our hands, just because…it’s the holidays. I am by no means an expert on diabetes and alcohol – I’m not a nutritionist or doctor so that said, I definitely recommend that you consult yours, but I did want to talk openly about this topic. I’m pretty certain, it will be on your lips a little (or a lot) this holiday season. “An intelligent man is sometim...2017-12-1808 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with DiabetesLow Carb Artichoke HummusScroll down for Low Carb Artichoke Hummus recipe. 013 Diabetes and Alcohol, fitT1Dfoodie Podcast I thought diabetes and alcohol might be a timely topic with the holidays now upon us. I’m sure most of us will end up at some event, somewhere, with some glass in our hands, just because…it’s the holidays. I am by no means an expert on diabetes and alcohol – I’m not a nutritionist or doctor so that said, I definitely recommend that you consult yours, but I did want to talk openly about this topic. I’m pretty certain, it will be on your l...2017-12-1708 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes012 How To Make Time for FitnessIt’s hard to make time for fitness sometimes. Does the statement, “I don’t have time” sound familiar? Have you ever felt overwhelmed with life, sort of depressed that you haven’t worked out in months and not sure when you can fit it in? By taking care of ourselves, we can be the person we want to be (at home, at work and with those we love). But, it’s not easy to find this balance. That’s what I’m talking about this week plus my simple Halloween recipes for my beloved Witch Hats and Hershey’s Acorn Cookies. I...2017-10-3008 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes011 Diabetes, Pumpkin Spice and Everything NiceI crave this season all year! The air is crisp and that festive autumn vibe is in the air. Yesterday morning, I awoke with a tingle in my soul — it’s pumpkin spice season. What is it about pumpkin? Why is there a lineup at every coffee shop on every corner right now wanting pumpkin spiced lattes? Yesterday, on my page @fitT1Dfoodie I mentioned that I’m not sure if I actually like the TASTE os pumpkin or if it’s the taste of the spices that usually accompany pumpkin. What do you think? Why is Pumpkin So Great? I...2017-10-1509 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes30-second CheesecakeScroll down for 30-second Cheesecake recipe. 010 Sleep Deprivation and Diabetes, fitT1Dfoodie Podcast The last 8 weeks of my life have been abnormal. Very abnormal. I have gone back to school to complete my degree and the accelerated 4-credit course in addition to a full-time job totally kicked my ass. These days, we are all under pressure for something. Whether it be our work, our family, our school or life. Balance is hard to achieve. During my course, I couldn’t balance it all… something had to give… and the only thing left to give was my sleep. I have now co...2017-10-0807 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes010 Sleep Deprivation and DiabetesThe last 8 weeks of my life have been abnormal. Very abnormal. I have gone back to school to complete my degree and the accelerated 4-credit course in addition to a full-time job totally kicked my ass. These days, we are all under pressure for something. Whether it be our work, our family, our school or life. Balance is hard to achieve. During my course, I couldn’t balance it all… something had to give… and the only thing left to give was my sleep. I have now completed the course and I wanted to share what an average of 3-hours...2017-10-0807 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes009 Mindset Matters with DiabetesOne of my listeners asked me how I maintain such a positive mindset while living with diabetes. In this episode, I’m answering that very question! What tips do you have to maintain a positive mindset? Comment below. I’d love to hear from you! What do you think of this podcast? Share your thoughts HERE This Week’s Deliciously Diabetic Recipe The ingredients may sound a little crazy but trust me – this is a unique and wonderful dish for entertaining or “just because.” Enjoy! Thank you! Big thanks to everyone who has sent me private messages after listening to Episode 0...2017-08-2109 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with DiabetesItalian ChickenScroll down for my Italian Chicken recipe. 009 Mindset Matters with Diabetes One of my listeners asked me how I maintain such a positive mindset while living with diabetes. In this episode, I’m answering that very question! What tips do you have to maintain a positive mindset? Comment below. This Week’s Deliciously Diabetic Recipe The ingredients may sound a little crazy but trust me – this is a unique and wonderful dish for entertaining or “just because.” Enjoy! Thank you! Big thanks to everyone who has sent me private messages after listening to Episode 008: Diabetes & Surgery to see how Rob is doi...2017-08-2009 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes008 Diabetes and SurgeryThis past week, my husband Rob had surgery to repair a deviated septum in his nose. Years ago, he got injured playing soccer and hasn’t been able to breathe right since so, last Monday, Rob finally got this corrected. By no means, is this post or podcast packed with recommendations; I’m simply sharing personal experiences. If you have a surgery planned, make sure you chat with your diabetic team and surgeon to learn what you can do to help ensure you have a good outcome too. Rob’s surgery was scheduled first thing Monday morning. We had to mak...2017-08-1307 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with DiabetesBlack Bean QuesadillaScroll down for Black Bean Quesadilla recipe. 008 Diabetes and Surgery This past week, my husband Rob had surgery to repair a deviated septum in his nose. Years ago, he got injured playing soccer and hasn’t been able to breathe right since so, last Monday, Rob finally got this corrected. By no means, is this post or podcast packed with recommendations; I’m simply sharing personal experiences. If you have a surgery planned, make sure you chat with your diabetic team and surgeon to learn what you can do to help ensure you have a good outcome too. Rob’s surg...2017-08-1307 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes007 Back to School with T1DIt’s suddenly back-to-school season for many Americans right now. Moms and Dads are busy getting their kids ready to return, College Freshmen are leaving home for the first time and working adults are trying to figure out how to balance their jobs, family and education – me included. I’m returning to school in a couple weeks too… so the topic of Back-to-School combined with Type 1 Diabetes on my mind. In this episode, I’m sharing a few things my parents did to make back to school a little more diabetes friendly for me as a child. I’d love to hear f...2017-08-0608 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes006 Walking vs. RunningHave you noticed your blood sugars behave differently when you compare walking vs. running? I do. What’s happening and why does my blood sugar drop more with walking? This week I’m chatting about that plus I’m discussing a few reasons why walking (yes, walking!) is so effective for a healthy happy life. To the right, you’ll see the effect a simple walk had on my blood glucose reading yesterday. What is your favorite way to stay fit? I love a combination of strength training, running and walks with Rob. References: http://www.prevention.com/fitness/how-walk...2017-07-3009 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with DiabetesSlow Cooker Cocktail MeatballsScroll down for Slow Cooker Cocktail Meatball recipe. 006 Walking vs. Running Have you noticed your blood sugars behave differently when you compare walking vs. running? I do. What’s happening and why does my blood sugar drop more with walking? This week I’m chatting about that plus I’m discussing a few reasons why walking (yes, walking!) is so effective for a healthy happy life. To the right, you’ll see the effect a simple walk had on my blood glucose reading yesterday. What is your favorite way to stay fit? I love a combination of strength training, running...2017-07-3008 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with DiabetesTomato Pesto SquaresScroll down for Low Carb Artichoke Hummus recipe. 005 Diabetes Appointment Anxiety Have you ever experienced diabetic appointment anxiety? Every 6 months, Rob and I visit our endocrinologist and I always feel a little self-induced anxiety over the whole appointment. Thankfully, as I grow older, I’m learning to care less about what others think and more about what I do. I’m learning to relax a little. AND yes, I still have a bit of pre-diabetic appointment anxiety but nothing like I did when I was younger! This Week’s Deliciously Diabetic Recipe Yesterday I went to a bridal shower for one o...2017-07-2305 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes005 Diabetic Appointment AnxietyHave you ever experienced diabetic appointment anxiety? Every 6 months, Rob and I visit our endocrinologist and I always feel a little self-induced anxiety over the whole appointment. Thankfully, as I grow older, I’m learning to care less about what others think and more about what I do. I’m learning to relax a little. AND yes, I still have a bit of pre-diabetic appointment anxiety but nothing like I did when I was younger! I’d love to hear from you! What do you think of this podcast? Share your thoughts HERE This Week’s Deliciously Diabetic Recipe Yesterday I w...2017-07-2305 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes004 A Walk on the Low SideWhat does it feel like to have a low blood sugar? In this Episode, I’m sharing a story of a low blood sugar reaction I had when I first started dating Rob, his recount of that day and what I was thinking. If you’d like to follow or connect with Rob, you can do so at twitter.com/Researcher_Rob. He’s a pretty cool (& smart) guy I might add. You can also see what he’s been up to with his research at fmriresearch.com. Rob is looking forward to taking part in future episodes if you’re i...2017-07-1607 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes003 Independence Day with T1DHow was your Independence Day? Rob and I had a great time with friends. We went to a barbecue and enjoyed so much good food. I’m sharing 3 things I did to help me manage my blood sugars. This Week’s Deliciously Diabetic Recipe This recipe comes from my dear friend Magan. Check out her Facebook profile HERE. She got me hooked on Chia Pudding! Thanks Magan. I’d love to hear from you! What do you think of this podcast? Share your thoughts HERE You have the power to say, “This is not how my story will end.”
The pos...2017-07-0906 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes002 Running with T1DThis week I have a deliciously diabetic Breakfast Sandwich recipe for you and some diabetiquette (Diabetic Etiquette). I also share how my blood sugars are reacting to running. I’m just getting back on track with it so it’s like I’m having to relearn everything! Comment below and let me know if you have any tips for running with Type 1 Diabetes. I’d love to hear from you! What do you think of this podcast? Share your thoughts HERE This Week’s Deliciously Diabetic Recipe I recently shared a picture of my Breakfast Sandwich on social media. Not only w...2017-07-0206 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with Diabetes001 FitT1Dfoodie IntroductionSince this is my VERY first episode I thought I’d provide a brief introduction and share a little about what to expect from me each week. I assume you’re tuning in because you either know me or you know someone with Type 1 Diabetes. Each week (see update below), you’ll get a raw and uncut glimpse into my daily life with Type 1 Diabetes. This will include personal thoughts, struggles, frustrations and triumphs. Enjoy & keep in touch. I’d love to hear from you and what you’re going through too! This Week’s Deliciously Diabetic Recipe: 07/03/2020 UPDATE: Life happene...2017-06-2503 minfitT1Dfoodie Life with DiabetesGreen Bean ChipsScroll down for Green Bean Chip recipe. 001 fitT1Dfoodie podcast introduction Since this is my VERY first episode I thought I’d provide a brief introduction and share a little about what to expect from me each week. I assume you’re tuning in because you either know me or you know someone with Type 1 Diabetes. Each week (see update below), you’ll get a raw and uncut glimpse into my daily life with Type 1 Diabetes. This will include personal thoughts, struggles, frustrations and triumphs. Enjoy & keep in touch. I’d love to hear from you and what you’re going t...2017-06-2503 min