Hello Diacast fans! As I’m sure you’ve noticed, Amy and Liz have been missing for a few months and there have been no new episodes. Our lives have become quite complicated over the summer, and we have not been able to put the time, energy, and heart into creating content for y’all. Unfortunately it looks like this is going to be our new normal, at least for a little while, so we have made the difficult decision to break our promise of monthly episodes and go on hiatus for a while to recharge ...
Nov 12, 2024
13 min
This episode is basically a family therapy session about growing up with diabetes (all parties consented to the recording). Clinical psychologist Dr. Mike Fulop returns to lead a discussion with Amy and her parents about overcoming some of the challenges of raising a child with diabetes and what they did to pull it off. Hear about some of the challenges with (lack) of local support networks and diabetes care providers, as well as steps taken to facilitate an adventurous life. Instagram @diaca...
Jul 19, 2024
1 hr 2 min
With insulin and other diabetes med shortages on the rise, Liz, Amy, and Evan dive in to some of stated (and hypothetical) reasons for the shortages. While official explanations for insulin shortages are sparse, changes in the supply chain and manufacturing demands (and probably some good old fashioned corporate greed) are all at play. There’s no clear answer, but there are steps we can take to plan ahead and mitigate how insulin shortages impact us. Instagram @diacastpodcast (https://www.in...
May 26, 2024
45 min
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 [email protected] Please feel free to join the wonderful diabetes communities on Reddit and Discord. r/diabetes subreddit: https:/...
Apr 19, 2024
31 min
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) Em...
Mar 15, 2024
1 hr 16 min
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 [email protected] Please feel free to join the wonderful diabetes commun...
Feb 16, 2024
40 min
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 [email protected] Please feel free to join the wonderful d...
Oct 23, 2023
1 hr 3 min
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 ...
Aug 18, 2023
42 min
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 sa...
Jun 16, 2023
55 min
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...
May 23, 2023
44 min
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