The Virgin Diabetic Podcast

Today we host Sallyanne Pisk. She has worked in health for 30 years and has experience as a practitioner, researcher and manager. Sallyanne is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian, mindfulness practitioner and author. She completed her research masters in the dietetic practice guidelines for the nutritional management of type 2 diabetes. For the past 10 years she has been devoted to helping women transform their eating mindset and relationship with food. Sallyanne founded Eating for You, an online business, to help women reclaim themselves and their lives through mindful eating and living. The Eating for You approach is based on scientific research, Eastern nutrition and Sallyanne’s own experiences of transitioning from dieting to mindful eating herself, as she realized that healthy eating wasn’t meant to be so hard. Sallyanne has a private community of over 2000 members. HIGHLIGHTS GOLD MEDAL QUOTES LINKS OF INTEREST https://eatingforyou.com.au/ https://eatingchecklist.comEating For You eatingforyou.com.au @thevirgindiabetic My Diabetes Concierge Program https://reversemydiabetes.net/ https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Email listhttps://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/

Have you seen the commercials for diabetic drugs where the patient says the drug “unlocks the insulin inside of me”, and then you see people dancing and having a great time? Sadly, that's not the reality. Today we're talking about drugs like Victoza, Adlyxin, Trulicity, Ozempic which are weekly injections which sound wonderful that you only have to take a shot once a week! – keep in mind this is not insulin... and other drugs such as Rybelsus, Januvia, Tradjenta, Glipizide, and Glimepiride. Many of these actually do more than just work on your pancreas. They can also work on other organs. Don’t worry, there’s always more in the works. It seems like there is a steady stream of diabetes drugs coming out on the market. You’ll know when you see another new diabetes drug commercial with people dancing around. HIGHLIGHTS WARNING: if you are taking Trulicity or any other similar drug, DO NOT make any changes before consulting with your health care professional. GOLD MEDAL QUOTES LINKS OF INTEREST https://www.trulicity.com/My Diabetes Concierge Program https://reversemydiabetes.net/ Email list @thevirgindiabetic https://reversemydiabetes.net/bloghttps://amzn.to/3auCJl6https://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/

Most likely, many of us aren't benefiting from the knowledge of our pharmacists and that's usually because we see them only as "pill dispensers". But the truth of the matter is that having a trustworthy pharmacist can be a tremendous ally and support when dealing with a disease such as Diabetes. Today we host Dr. Nana Ama Quansah, an incredible Pharmacist, Diabetes Health Coach, aspiring functional Medicine Practitioner, and an entrepreneur. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry from Northern Kentucky University and a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy. As the founder and CEO of NAQ Pharmacy Consulting, she has empowered focused driven women living with pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes to regain control of their health through lifestyle intervention, gain confidence in their ability to lose weight ,reduce their use of prescription medications and learn what to eat without being on a restrictive diet through her DITCH Diabetes signature wellness program. Her pharmacy consulting practice was founded with the sole purpose of providing a human touch to patient care and to provide healthcare solutions to physician offices and independent pharmacy owners by integrating wellness programs in their practices. HIGHLIGHTS GOLD MEDAL QUOTES LINKS OF INTEREST www.naqpharmacyconsulting.com@dr.nanapharmd NAQ Pharmacy Consultinghttps://payhip.com/drnanapharmd @thevirgindiabetic My Diabetes Concierge Program https://reversemydiabetes.net/ https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Email listhttps://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/

Statin is a medication to lower your cholesterol. This medication works by blocking a substance in your system that it needs to make cholesterol. Based on 2018 statistics, over 35 million Americans are prescribed statins. There are other drugs that many diabetics are prescribed that also increase your chances of getting diabetes or make things worse. I do not want anyone running home and throwing away their statin medication. That's not what this episode is about....but it's for raising awareness and letting you know that, lifestyle changes can make a huge impact on your health and your quality of life. HIGHLIGHTS INSULIN RESISTANCE.GOLD MEDAL QUOTES LINKS OF INTEREST Email listFREE REPORT Improve Type 2 Diabetes & Boost Your Immune System @thevirgindiabetic https://reversemydiabetes.net/blogMy Diabetes Concierge Program https://reversemydiabetes.net/ https://amzn.to/3auCJl6https://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/

In today's episode we host Lynne Parmiter Bowman, author of the book BROWNIES FOR BREAKFAST: A cookbook for diabetics and the people who love them. She defines her book as: "one of the best cookbooks you’ll have on your shelves whether you’re diabetic, pre-diabetic or not. Everything you need to know about sugar substitutes, dairy-free baking, no-carb thickeners, gluten-free options, plant-based protein, sleep, stress, shopping, equipping your kitchen, all in straightforward, no-bs language". With a lifelong interest in healthy living, she teamed with actress Deidre Hall to write and publish Deidre Hall's Kitchen Closeup (2010) and Deidre Hall's How Does She Do It? (2012). In a previous life, she worked with Silicon Valley companies as a creative director, winning national awards. She has also worked as an actress, makeup artist, screenwriter, illustrator, legal journalist and television Weather Person. HIGHLIGHTS GOLD MEDAL QUOTES LINKS OF INTEREST @LynneParmiterBowman https://lynnebowman.com/ @thevirgindiabetic TheVirginDiabeticMy Diabetes Concierge Program https://reversemydiabetes.net/ https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Email listhttps://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/

Every day there’s talk about type 2 diabetes. Year after year and decade after decade. Aren’t you tired of it? I mean aren’t you tired of not getting your health back? I normally don’t like to talk math and statistics, but today I think we need to dive in. Don't worry, this episode is more than just scary diabetes statistics, it's also about how to regain your health with a proper and non-boring diet. "We are what we eat", right? It takes a little while for you to build your personalized menu. This is how I coach each of my clients. Your care has to be personalized. THE GOLD MEDAL QUOTE OF THE DAY "Home is the place where we have the most control in creating a healthy life(...)you can participate in stopping the spread of type 2 diabetes by starting with some simple food choices". HIGHLIGHTS LINKS OF INTEREST @thevirgindiabetic https://reversemydiabetes.net/blogMy Diabetes Concierge Program https://reversemydiabetes.net/ https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Email listhttps://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/

Today we host Sean Zaboroski, Founder and CEO of The Diabetes App. What is The Diabetes App? It's a free-to-use application that was created solely for the diabetes community. Its purpose is to connect the diabetes community by acting as a social media platform that allows users to create a profile, post, and chat with one another, while also providing them with support in their diabetes management through offering resources including articles, podcasts, exercise videos, live streams, and access to professionals. Why Sean created TDA Sean was driven to create the Diabetes App through a passion to help people and as well one of his close family members was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at the age of 31. Through observing these family members’ challenges with diabetes, the inspiration for The Diabetes App was born. HIGHLIGHTS - WHAT YOU'LL FIND IN THE APP SUGAR-FREE QUOTES LINKS OF INTEREST @thediabetesapp www.facebook.com/thediabetesapp Tik Tok @thediabetesapp https://corporate.thediabetesapp.com/ @thevirgindiabetic My Diabetes Concierge Program https://reversemydiabetes.net/ https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Email listhttps://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/

Has your doctor ever said to you: "Check your fasting glucose"? So you do it and then...what do you do with that information? Most of us just write the numbers down and then show them to our doctor. But are you having a deep conversation about these specific numbers and what you're suppose to do with them? If you aren't then you SHOULD. Make sure to listen to find out why. All these "guidelines" that are thrown at us need to be broken down and properly interpreted depending on our health issues and not just diabetes alone. Reducing medication and insulin shots is possible. Reversing your type 2 diabetes is possible but you have to find the right balance in order to achieve it. If you take something out of the equation you need to replace it with something else: exercise, good quality sleep and a good and nutritious diet. HIGHLIGHTS #26 with Dr. William Hsu. SUGAR-FREE QUOTES LINKS OF INTEREST @thevirgindiabetic My Diabetes Concierge Program https://reversemydiabetes.net/ https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Email listhttps://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/

In today's interview we are talking to Dr. William Hsu about Intermittent Fasting and Fasting Mimicking Diet. Dr. Hsu received his medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine. He completed his Internal Medicine residency training at Yale School of Medicine and completed his fellowship training in Endocrinology and Metabolism at Harvard Medical School. He was Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School. After 20 years of a distinguished career as an endocrinologist at Harvard’s Joslin Diabetes Center, Dr. William Hsu joined L-Nutra in 2019 as Chief Medical Officer. In this role, he leads the clinical development effort at L-Nutra, oversees the Medical Affairs Department, and advances the education and adoption of fasting and Fasting Mimicking Diet as an innovative tool to extend human healthspan. HIGHLIGHTS HEALTHSPANSUGAR-FREE QUOTES LINKS OF INTEREST l-nutra.com https://www.facebook.com/LNutra/My Diabetes Concierge Program https://reversemydiabetes.net/ @thevirgindiabetic https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Email listhttps://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/

42.4% of adult Americans struggle with obesity and of course this is a driver toward diabetes. 11.5% of diabetes patients also become cancer patients. Whereas 8.9% of people without diabetes become cancer patients. Over 600,000 people die of cancer every year. A significant increase in deaths from pancreatic and liver cancers is estimated to continue in the next 2 decades. These are scary stats and it shouldn't be this way. The main reason behind today's episode title is that, when you become a type 2 diabetic you set yourself up for attracting all of these other diseases. Lifestyle choices can either add more diseases to your life or prevent them from happening. This decision relies ENTIRELY on you and not your doctor or nurse. I know, it can be a tough process but it's been more than proven that it is possible. GOLD MEDAL QUOTES LINKS OF INTEREST My Diabetes Concierge Program https://reversemydiabetes.net/ @thevirgindiabetic https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Email listhttps://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/

Today we host Dr. Wilma Hunt-Watts, DPM, DABMSP, FAPWCA. Her background is just AMAZING! Howard University. N.I.H. (National Institutes of Health) The American Diabetes AssociationThe Virgin Diabetic BookWith over 20 years in private practice, she has made it a mission to focus on efforts to help save limbs particularly those in at risk communities and help disseminate information via telemedicine to help people thrive and not just survive. HIGHLIGHTS GOLD MEDAL QUOTES LINKS OF INTEREST www.thesoledoc.comhttps://www.remedynails.com/https://www.janetandjo.com/https://www.apma.org/My Diabetes Concierge Program https://reversemydiabetes.net/ @thevirgindiabetic https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Email listhttps://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/

The type 2 diabetes management protocol has not worked in decades for those who want to naturally improve their health and reverse their type 2 diabetes. The management protocol is just that. You “manage” your glucose levels with multiple medications and for 30% of Americans with diabetes are also prescribed insulin. I’ve seen some doctors indicate that a type 2 diabetic will most likely need insulin after 10-20 years and that this streamlines the process for the patient. It may seem hard to adjust your lifestyle today by making better food choices, building in some activity and getting good rest. Living on insulin shots for the rest of your life can increase that difficulty. Insulin adds a complexity to your life you can never imagine. No one can replicate with shots what your body can naturally do. Once you have a metabolic impairment lifestyle changes usually shows a better and healthier outcome. Find out about the top 7 concerns insulin dependency brings: INSULIN DOES NOT HAVE TO BE YOUR ONLY CHOICE GOLD MEDAL QUOTES LINKS OF INTEREST Injectable Insulin for Type 2 Diabetes: When, Why, and HowMy Diabetes Concierge Program https://reversemydiabetes.net/ @thevirgindiabetic https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Email listhttps://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/

Denise Flood has over 30 years of experience learning and teaching Energy Work. She is the creator of the self-care program, Change Your Frequency, Change Your Life, that incorporates techniques like EFT (tapping), Meditation, Prayer-Work, Essential Oils, and cutting-edge technology like Bemer and Zyto Scans to bring clients greater vitality and joy of living. As a Spiritual Meditation Recording Artist, she appears on several compilation meditation CD's and has a new solo CD release called The Keys Vol. II - Meditations & Messages for Life's Most Challenging Times available on Amazon. DIABETES FRIENDLY HIGHLIGHTS GOLD MEDAL QUOTES LINKS OF INTEREST https://deniseflood.com/Youngliving's DiGize Oil @flooddenise @thevirgindiabetic https://reversemydiabetes.net/ https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Email listhttps://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/My Diabetes Concierge

Special episode to answer some of your questions. Keep them coming! Joe: “My doctor keeps telling me I need a Statin drug because I’m a diabetic. Is it really related?” Mariana: “I’m getting frustrated when I eat out at restaurants. I have a healthy meal and my glucose still spikes up. I’m having doubts that I’ll ever improve or reverse my diabetes. Do you think I can still do some good?” Anthony: “My doctor says if I lose weight, my diabetes can go away, but several of my family members have diabetes, so do you think this is really true?” Rosie: “My doctor wants me to take Metformin but the last time I took it I was terribly sick. I want to avoid other medications and fix it (diabetes) naturally. How do I convince my doctor?”. Sue Ellen: “What is the best supplement that I can take for diabetes”. GOLD MEDAL QUOTES LINKS OF INTEREST Lysulin Statin DrugsMetforminMy Diabetes Concierge Program https://reversemydiabetes.net/ @thevirgindiabetic https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Email listhttps://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/

You've probably heard about Hemp and CBD. There's a lot of buzz about how good and effective CBD is for treating multiple ailments and conditions, such as: anxiety, depression, inflammatory issues, pain relief, sleeping disorders and many more, but there's also quite some confusion about CBD and Marijuana: "Are they the same thing? Would I get high if I consume CBD products? Is CBD legal? Would it help me if I'm a diabetic? What's the link between CBD and Diabetes? So, to learn about CBD and clear all of these doubts (and more), we brought Stacy Bull from Your CBD Store to the podcast, who's an expert on the matter. Stacy is the General Manager for 3 Your CBD Store locations in Collier County, 2 currently in Naples and 1 on Marco Island. She has a bachelor's degree in healthcare administration from UW Milwaukee and has worked in ophthalmology, oncology and cardiology. Stacy says: "I always knew I wanted to work in the healthcare field and help others but if you would have told me I would be in the cannabis industry one day, I would have laughed (...) I absolutely love what I do, educating others on hemp derived cannabinoid products and promoting cannabinoid therapy as an alternative medicine." GOLD MEDAL QUOTES LINKS OF INTEREST www.sunflora.orghttps://cbdrx4u.com/https://cbdrx4u.com/find-us/florida/naplesWatchdog report https://reversemydiabetes.net/ @thevirgindiabetic https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Email listhttps://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/My Diabetes Concierge

Just like Jamie and Adam did with urban legends and ancient stories on the Discovery channel, we are BUSTING myths commonly associated with diabetes and food. The winning phrase of this episode is: "DO YOUR DUE DILIGENCE" and just like we said on episodes 13 and 15, always read the ingredients' list of the food and beverages you consume. GOLD MEDAL QUOTES “Too much sugar will increase the need for insulin. Either naturally produced insulin or if you have to inject it”. “We need to understand what is working and what is not working before we put claim to fame, on overdoing it with fruits or other diets that you’re trying” “Snacks and desserts should not be part of the mainstay of your diet” ABOUT KETO DIET: these are two important questions you should consider asking yourself before jumping into this diet What are the fats that you are choosing and do you have a gallbladder? “Anyone before handing you a list of foods to eat, better ask you a whole list of questions. Otherwise they know nothing about you” HIGHLIGHTS LINKS OF INTEREST https://reversemydiabetes.net/ https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Email listhttps://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/My Diabetes Concierge

Nino Magaddino has been a Fitness professional for almost 20 years and started Max Flex Fitness in 2011. Max Flex Fitness specializes in personal training with individuals who would like to achieve and maintain life changing fitness results, through their customized not "cookie cutter" programs, which include: Balance, Flexibility, Strength, Core and Sports Specific. "We help, guide, lead and open people's minds to the possibilities of change". As a cardiovascular patient, Nino understands many diseases occur due to genetics, but there's always something you can do to minimize their impact on your mental and physical health. Proper support, nutrition, exercise and research are some of the key things to incorporate in our lives to start seeing positive changes. Nino is one of 100 National Academy of Sports Medicine Master Trainers in the country. His passion is helping others become the person they dream to be physically and live the healthiest life possible. Links of Interest: https://www.fitnesscoachnino.com/https://www.bluezones.com/ https://reversemydiabetes.net/ https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Email listhttps://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/My Diabetes Concierge

We all know constant and poorly managed stress isn't healthy for us. The physical and mental consequences are almost infinite. When cortisol levels are high for a long period of time it blocks your body from releasing insulin, meaning the glucose that's in your bloodstream stays there for that extra energy we need because stress is pulling us down. Our pancreas will try to produce more insulin and so we start unbalancing the way our body should naturally be working and that's when we can become insulin resistant. Stress Red Flags Even though some of these symptoms can be caused by certain medicines we may be taking or by other conditions we may suffer, they are the common denominator of high stress levels: What's the Call To Action today? episode 10 with Nancy Geraldhttps://reversemydiabetes.net/resourcesLinks of Interest https://reversemydiabetes.net/ https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Email listhttps://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/My Diabetes Concierge

Megan Moriarty is a weight loss Hypnotherapist who helps clients to break through weight loss blocks and finally lose weight for good. Megan believes that your weight loss journey can be fun and easy, and is passionate about instilling this belief deep into her client's minds. Her main offering is her Think Yourself Thin 30-Day group program where she leads clients through a major mind, body, soul transformation. "A lot of people think hypnotherapy is this crazy, insane thing from the movies, TV shows and those shows in Vegas, but it is not. It is the opposite of that. It works with your subconscious mind, which rules 95% of your life (...) This is where behaviors and beliefs are stored. Oftentimes we pick-up these behaviors from childhood and we're not aware of them and they turn into habits and beliefs that are holding us back when we're adults". "Hypnotherapy helps you to become more mentally stronger. It's not about making you into a new person, it's uncovering those habits and beliefs that were covering up the real you, the healthy you". "In private Hypnotherapy sessions Megan works with your subconscious mind so that you manifest your goals and deepest desires with ease. " Links of Interest: Megan's Contact Information Phone:Emailinfo@megan-moriarty.comWebsite www.megan-moriarty.comInstagram Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/hypnotherapywithmegan https://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/ https://reversemydiabetes.net/ https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Email listMy Diabetes Concierge

"Did you know that sugar is more addictive than cocaine?" In today's food industry, simple or refined sugars can be found in a wide variety of products and in different presentations: corn syrup, high fructose corn syrup, round rice syrup and so on and so forth. These can be found in protein bars, breakfast bars, white bread, wheat bread, bagels, coffee cakes, doughnuts, pastries, candy, fruit juices, soft drinks, sports drinks and other processed foods, beverages and snacks. Don't get fooled by marketing strategies from the food industry. Carefully read the ingredients' list and learn what you're really putting into your body. Do you know what "added sugars" really mean and how can they affect your glucose? Listen to find out! Sugar is a huge contributing factor for anxiety, depression, mood changes, irritability and inflammatory disorders. Food chemicals are often used to replace natural and/or refined sugars. When doing so, the food industry usually brands their products as "sugar free". What's actually happening is that these food chemicals provide sweetness and they can also lead to anxiety, depression, ADHD, leaky gut, Diabetes. "Your mood can influence your food preferences" https://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/ https://reversemydiabetes.net/ https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Email listMy Diabetes Concierge