In the grand finale of the Diabetes Awareness Month series, hosts Danna and Megan discuss approaches to managing type 2 diabetes, including understanding treatment options, monitoring blood sugar, and making empowering daily lifestyle choices.

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• Type 2 diabetes management involves a combination of lifestyle changes, monitoring, and medications for effective control.
• Diet plays a crucial role in managing diabetes; focus on whole foods, fiber, and healthy fats.
• Stress management is often overlooked but significantly affects blood sugar levels and overall health.
• Blood sugar monitoring provides real-time feedback on how food and activities impact your glucose levels.
• Lifestyle changes are essential; medications should support, not replace, healthy habits and choices.
• Understanding how insulin functions helps in grasping the complexities of managing diabetes effectively.

00:00 Introduction

01:41 What is Type 2 Diabetes

03:26 Lifestyle Foundations of Type 2 Treatement

06:31 Medications for Type 2 Diabetes

09:45 Myth-Busting Minute

12:58 Listner Questions

15:04 The Power of Monitoring

18:11 Practical Tips for Building a Monitoring Routine

21:05 Closing Thoughts

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Megan and Danna discuss the crucial role of diet in managing prediabetes and type 2 diabetes.

Focusing on Diabetes Awareness Month, they explore how different foods impact blood sugar levels, the importance of balanced meals, and provide practical tips on what to eat and what to avoid.

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23: The Simple Science of Keto Explained ft. Ben Nordemann

24: Prediabetes 101

00:00 Introduction

04:01 Why Blood Sugar Balance Matters

18:11 Building a Prediabetes Friendly Plate

26:12 Snack Ideas

29:48 Mythbusting Minute

32:01 Listner Q&A

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Hosts Danna and Megan kick off a special series for Diabetes Awareness Month, focusing on prediabetes and type 2 diabetes.

Prevent T2 Lifestyle Coaching Program

00:00 Introduction

00:35 Megan's Background in Diabetes Care

02:27 Understanding Prediabetes

06:21 Testing for Prediabetes

09:07 Lifestyle Changes to Manage Prediabetes

13:04 Dietary Recommendations for Prediabetes

17:14 Myth Busting: Prediabetes

18:41 Listener Questions

26:02 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

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Guest, Ben Nordeman, founder of Go-Keto, talks about the ketogenic diet and its impact on metabolic health. Ben explains the basic principles of keto, the process of ketosis, and addresses common concerns like keto flu and the differences in diet effects between men and women.

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00:00 Introduction

01:32 What is the Ketogenic Diet?

05:33 Keto and Metabolic Health

06:08 Understanding Insulin Resistance

08:59 Macronutrients in the Keto Diet

11:53 The Benefits of Ketosis

14:02 The Keto Flu and Transitioning

• Electrolytes

17:33 Restoring Electrolytes on Keto

18:27 Avoiding the Keto Flu

19:40 Keto for Women: Hormonal Considerations

22:16 Long-Term Keto and Transitioning

29:07 Measuring Ketosis: Methods and Tools

• urine sticks
• breath measurements
• blood tests

31:49 Go Keto: Products and Services

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34:32 Conclusion and Future Topics

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Guest Kelly Brändli, an ADHD and relationship coach, talks about living and thriving with ADHD, with actionable advice on managing daily life, relationships, and productivity. Visit https://sofrickinhealthy.com/episodes/kelly-brandli for more information and resources.

00:00 Introduction

02:41 Understanding the SRR Cycle in ADHD Relationships

05:44 Communication Dynamics in ADHD Relationships

09:29 Psychoeducation and Partner Understanding

16:53 Practical Life Hacks for Managing ADHD

17:46 Routines, Rituals, and Rewards

25:08 Balancing Household Chores and Dopamine Levels

26:24 Effective Communication in Relationships

27:36 Listener Q&A: Personal ADHD Experiences

29:06 Dealing with ADHD Comments and Misunderstandings

34:26 Addressing ADHD Medication Shortages

37:01 ADHD and Female Cycles

39:40 The 10-Minute Challenge for ADHD Awareness

46:24 Wrapping Up: Reflections and Gratitude

47:57 Outtakes

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This episode introduces the Prevent T2 program developed by the CDC, guided by Megan McCrory. Designed for individuals at risk of type two diabetes, the year-long program focuses on achieving sustainable health improvements through lifestyle changes, including moderate weight loss and physical activity.

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00:00 Welcome & Introduction

The program is designed to span one year. Here’s the CDC-recommended schedule:

• Modules 1 through 16: Listen to one module per week over the first 4 months, starting with Module 1 in week one, Module 2 in week two, and so on.
• Modules 17 through 20: After that, listen to these modules every other week.
• Modules 21 through 26: Finally, listen to the remaining modules once a month.

04:51 Program Overview

06:12 Prevent T2 Goals

This is a yearlong program, but we’ll break it up into two parts.

• In the first six months, the goal is to lose 5 to 7 percent of your starting weight and get at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity each week.
• In the second six months, we focus on keeping that weight off, and if you haven’t reached your goal weight yet, we’ll continue to work on that.

07:15 Basics of Type 2 Diabetes

08:25 Your Six-Month Goals

09:20 Making Your Action Plan

As you make your action plan, keep these six tips in mind:

1. Be realistic. Plan actions that are achievable for you.
2. Make it doable. Small changes add up over time.
3. Be specific. Decide exactly what you’ll do, when, and where.
4. Stay flexible. Life happens—adjust your plan if you need to.
5. Focus on behaviors. The actions you take will lead to results.
6. And finally, have fun! Find activities you enjoy.

13:56 Wrapping Up

The CDC Diabetes Prevention Program Curriculum (CDC DPP Curriculum) is based on the curriculum from the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) research study supported by the National Institutes of Health, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease.

© 2012, University of Pittsburgh, based on the DPP research trial supported by cooperative agreement number U01-DK48489 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, which has certain rights in the material.

Medical Disclaimer: THIS PODCAST IS NOT INTENDED FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING MEDICAL ADVICE. NO INFORMATION ON THIS SHOW SHOULD BE USED TO DIAGNOSE TREAT, PREVENT OR CURE ANY DISEASE OR CONDITION. YOU ARE NOT LISTENING TO THE PODCAST OF A MEDICAL DOCTOR, DIETICIAN, OR THERAPIST. All information, content, and material of this podcast is for informational purposes only and is provided so that listeners can make their own...

Demystifying ADHD Medication: Stimulants, Non-Stimulants, and Lifestyle Changes

Guest Kelly Brändli, an ADHD and relationship coach, discusses ADHD medication, covering the differences between stimulants and non-stimulants, and the importance of finding the right medication and dosage. Visit https://sofrickinhealthy.com/episodes/kelly-brandli for more information and resources.

00:00 Introduction

00:35 Medication Types 101

00:39 Understanding ADHD Medication

02:00 Stimulants vs Non-Stimulants

05:56 Personal Experiences with Medication

10:24 Finding the Right Medication

12:29 Beyond the Pill

13:00 Non-Medication Strategies for ADHD

18:58 The Importance of Sleep

24:03 Conclusion and Next Steps

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Navigating ADHD: Testing, Diagnosis, and Understanding

Guest Kelly Brändli, an ADHD and relationship coach, discusses the process of ADHD testing and diagnosis, particularly in adults. Visit https://sofrickinhealthy.com/episodes/kelly-brandli for more information and resources.

00:00 Introduction

01:08 Is it me? or is it ADHD?

03:02 Differentiating ADHD from Normal Traits

08:09 Barriers to Diagnosis

16:28 Kelly's Personal Diagnosis Story

22:08 Advancements in ADHD Diagnosis

22:53 Conclusion and Next Steps

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