Jamie And The Broken Pancreas - T1D

Spending a month on a Dexcom has been amazing. I was almost able to forget about type 1 diabetes completely. I just let control-IQ do its job and all I have to do is remember to carb count.   That was until I decided to snack on a bag of Popchips and it brought my whole world crashing down.   Listen to my podcast: www.anchor.fm/all4one  Twitter: @jamielowetv Insta: @jamielowetv  Snap.Chat: jamie.lowe  Email: hello@jamielowe.co  For everything else check out my website www.jamielowe.co

What fun I've had today... It's been a crazy one and it doesn't help that since Thursday night my Freestyle Libre sensor has been acting up. The trust we place in our tech was something I hadn't properly considered until I realised that I couldn't trust it any more. Have you had an experience like this has your type 1 diabetes tech ever let you down? Get in touch @jamielowetv 

In this episode, after seeing some pretty shocking results I come up with a plan of action to improve my blood sugar after a difficult month. The Freestyle libre, like many systems of its kind, offers a lot of data. If you care to look at it. The fact is, I haven’t and don’t really log into my LibreView account and get an overview of how I’m doing. I had a sneaking suspicion that it wasn’t going to be good. It wasn’t. All through December and into the New Year I have been experiencing the worst blood sugar of my life. Before lockdown changed everything type 1 diabetes wasn’t that bad for me. But after a period of diabetes burnout, I knew that my levels hadn’t been great. But looking at the data you can start to see the areas where you are going wrong, and it can help you work out where you can be better. So working out more, carb counting, and eating a better diet will all help me get to where I was. Hopefully. Consistency is key though! @jamielowetv

Type 1 diabetes doesn't often get in the way of much for me. Stubborn highs and annoying hypos are usually something I can brush off with ease and continue with whatever I'm doing. However, last weekend whilst driving home to see my brother's new dog I couldn't seem to get my blood sugar to remain stable. I treated a near hypo at a service station, waited the right amount of time, and continued driving. But when my blood sugar began to drop again all of a sudden I didn't feel safe on the roads. The only problem is the stretch of road I was on had no junctions, exits, or services for what felt like miles. Trapped on the motorway and slightly panicking here's what I did.  @jamielowetv

But what I do know is that I’m ready to return. To come back, to get back to work.   I suppose I was in denial a lot of the time, I was lying to myself a little bit about how hard these past 24 months have hit me.   My way of dealing with things before 2020 is to dive into work, start a project, and do what I love.  However, I got to a point sometime in the summer last year when I realized that I was just going through the motions.    I wasn’t doing the best that I could do, and I wasn’t particularly proud of what I was making.  But that was all I could manage. Creating regular content for YouTube, podcast, TikTok, and working as a freelance journalist was just too much for me to handle.   Plus I was getting sick, really sick, the diabetes demons came for me hard so I had no choice but to reduce my workload.    I’ve spoken to doctors and other people and I think that I was suffering from a bit of burnout.   After reducing my workload and putting myself first things started to get better and slowly my health improved. @jamielowetv

A quick catch-up on where I've been and a replay of a recent interview with BBC Radio Bristol about mixing creativity with chronic illness... TikTok: @jamielowetv  Twitter: @jamielowetv Insta: @jamielowetv  Snap Chat: jamie.lowe  Email: hello@jamielowe.co   For everything else, check out my website www.jamielowe.co

Here's the story of how a pack of wolves indirectly killed off my insulin, no joke  Support me to make more content:   Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jamielowetv  Broken Pancreas Gang Shop: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/broken-pancreas-gang/ Teespring Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/broken-pancreas-gang #All4One is an online community for people with Type 1 Diabetes, fighting misconceptions and showing support. The show is hosted by Jamie Lowe (@JamieLoweTV) who has lived with Type 1 Diabetes since 2015. Each month Jamie and the panel get together to discuss the reality of life with out a properly working pancreas! Want to be on the show? Email contactall4one@gmail.com  Listen to my podcast: www.anchor.fm/all4one Twitter: @jamielowetv Insta: @jamielowetv Snap.Chat: jamie.lowe Email: hello@jamielowe.co For everything else check out my website www.jamielowe.co

75% off a 6 month plan with https://mydiabetes.diet/all-4-one​ use coupon code all4one   Since 2001, Jerry has proved time and time again that diabetes is NOT an excuse. Despite being told by doctors that his climbing days were over, he has continued climbing and has raised over $400k for his charity A4D (Action4Diabetes).  He is a global ambassador for Diabetes and is one of 15 Blue Circle Champions – elite athletes with Type 1 Diabetes.   https://www.jerrygore.com/ https://action4diabetes.org/   75% off a 6 month plan with https://mydiabetes.diet/all-4-one​ use coupon code all4one   Support me to make more content:  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jamielowetv​  Broken Pancreas Gang Shop: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/broken-pancreas-gang/  Teespring Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/broken-pancreas-gang   #All4One​ is an online community for people with Type 1 Diabetes, fighting misconceptions and showing support. The show is hosted by Jamie Lowe (@JamieLoweTV) who has lived with Type 1 Diabetes since 2015. Each month Jamie and the panel get together to discuss the reality of life with out a properly working pancreas! Want to be on the show? Email contactall4one@gmail.com  Listen to my podcast: www.anchor.fm/all4one Twitter: @jamielowetv Insta: @jamielowetv Snap.Chat: jamie.lowe Email: hello@jamielowe.co For everything else check out my website www.jamielowe.co

Dr Nigel Irwin has discovered that molecules found in spider venom have the potential to help us produce more insulin and lower blood sugar levels. His PhD student will now unpick exactly how these molecules could help the pancreas to work better, and test if they’re safe in mice. This could pave the way for new and improved treatments for people with Type 2 diabetes, which could help to lower their risk of complications.   Ways to support the channel   https://www.patreon.com/jamielowetv​  https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/broken-pancreas-gang/  https://teespring.com/fr/stores/broken-pancreas-gang 75% off a 6 month plan with https://mydiabetes.diet/all-4-one​ use coupon code all4one

In this episode of T1D News Update: Mum spots the signs of type 1 diabetes from a news article  new advice issued for dexcom g6 sensor users Type 1 diabetic runner jogs from Disneyland to Disneyworld Hybrid closed loop technology for type 1 diabetes could be available on the NHS by 2022. Ways to support the channel   https://www.patreon.com/jamielowetv​  https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/broken-pancreas-gang/  https://teespring.com/fr/stores/broken-pancreas-gang 75% off a 6 month plan with https://mydiabetes.diet/all-4-one​ use coupon code all4one   Listen to my podcast: www.anchor.fm/all4one Twitter: @jamielowetv Insta: @jamielowetv Snap.Chat: jamie.lowe Email: hello@jamielowe.co For everything else check out my website www.jamielowe.co

75% off a 6 month plan with https://mydiabetes.diet/all-4-one​ use coupon code all4one   An award-winning designer, a kidney transplant patient, amputee, and type 1 diabetic. John has battled the odds to make his dreams come true. In this interesting chat, we talk about how the treatment of T1D has changed over the years and how tough it is to navigate the US healthcare system.    Check out John's blog: https://www.thecandyinmypocket.com/   75% off a 6 month plan with https://mydiabetes.diet/all-4-one​ use coupon code all4one   Support me to make more content:   Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jamielowetv​  Broken Pancreas Gang Shop: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/broken-pancreas-gang/  Teespring Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/broken-pancreas-gang #All4One​ is an online community for people with Type 1 Diabetes, fighting misconceptions and showing support. The show is hosted by Jamie Lowe (@JamieLoweTV) who has lived with Type 1 Diabetes since 2015. Each month Jamie and the panel get together to discuss the reality of life with out a properly working pancreas! Want to be on the show? Email contactall4one@gmail.com  Find out more about Jamie here: www.jamielowe.co Subscribe to Jamie's YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/jamielowetv​ Listen to my podcast: www.anchor.fm/all4one  Twitter: @jamielowetv Insta: @jamielowetv Snap.Chat: jamie.lowe Email: hello@jamielowe.co

75% off a 6 month plan with https://mydiabetes.diet/all-4-one use coupon code all4one Today the panel returns with Nonie who explains her vaccine after effects, David who found a way to jump the cue and Rob who has been a pro wrestler since 16. How does he deal with diabetes in the ring? He explains it all! Support me to make more content:  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jamielowetv Broken Pancreas Gang Shop: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/broken-pancreas-gang/ #All4One is an online community for people with Type 1 Diabetes, fighting misconceptions and showing support. The show is hosted by Jamie Lowe (@JamieLoweTV) who has lived with Type 1 Diabetes since 2015. Each month Jamie and the panel get together to discuss the reality of life with out a properly working pancreas! Want to be on the show? Email contactall4one@gmail.com Find out more about Jamie here: www.jamielowe.co Subscribe to Jamie's YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/jamielowetv Listen to my podcast: www.anchor.fm/all4one  Twitter: @jamielowetv Insta: @jamielowetv Snap.Chat: jamie.lowe Email: hello@jamielowe.co

75% off a 6 month plan with https://mydiabetes.diet/all-4-one use coupon code all4one Today's guest is dietitian and social media content creator Ben Tzeel. Ben Tzeel is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), holding a Masters in Nutrition from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Ben has lived with Type 1 Diabetes since 1999 and has never allowed it to hold him back from achieving his goals. He is a published fitness model and author who writes about exercise, nutrition, and diabetes. https://www.yourdiabetesinsider.com/ Support me to make more content:  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jamielowetv  Broken Pancreas Gang Shop: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/broken-pancreas-gang/  #All4One is an online community for people with Type 1 Diabetes, fighting misconceptions and showing support. The show is hosted by Jamie Lowe (@JamieLoweTV) who has lived with Type 1 Diabetes since 2015. Each month Jamie and the panel get together to discuss the reality of life with out a properly working pancreas! Want to be on the show? Email contactall4one@gmail.com    Find out more about Jamie here: www.jamielowe.co   Subscribe to Jamie's YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/jamielowetv     Listen to my podcast: www.anchor.fm/all4one  Twitter: @jamielowetv Insta: @jamielowetv  Snap.Chat: jamie.lowe  Email: hello@jamielowe.co 

So this year was rough, you know that already. But since I haven't posted anything yet in December I wanted to share with you my ups and downs this  year. I always say that my podcast was originally started to allow me to get things off my chest but it's grown to be so much more than that. But this episode is back to basics, it's been such a challenging year I felt I needed to get it all off my chest and here it is.  Links mentioned in the podcast Skiing Travel Vlog: https://youtu.be/89em6Gm80rM Support me to make more content:  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jamielowetv Broken Pancreas Gang Shop: https://shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/broken-pancreas-gang/ #All4One is an online community for people with Type 1 Diabetes, fighting misconceptions and showing support. The show is hosted by Jamie Lowe (@JamieLoweTV) who has lived with Type 1 Diabetes since 2015. Each month Jamie and the panel get together to discuss the reality of life with out a properly working pancreas! Want to be on the show? Email contactall4one@gmail.com   Find out more about Jamie here: www.jamielowe.co  Subscribe to Jamie's YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/jamielowetv    Listen to my podcast: www.anchor.fm/all4one  Twitter: @jamielowetv Insta: @jamielowetv Snap.Chat: jamie.lowe Email: hello@jamielowe.co For everything else check out my website www.jamielowe.co

Jo Fox is a first time author and mum of a type 1 diabetic son. In just four weeks she has collected several inspiring stories of people with type 1 diabetes overcoming their condition and achieving their goals. The book is out TODAY, #WorldDiabetesDay2020, and Jo hopes it help people see a more positive future following diagnosis.   Here's what Jo had to say 'This is the book I wish existed when my son was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. Positive and inspiring stories of people who achieved great things, despite leaping over the hurdles type 1 puts in the way. Profits to diabetes charities   www.typeawesome.co.uk/buy-the-book/   Listen to my podcast: www.anchor.fm/all4one Twitter: @jamielowetv Insta: @jamielowetv Snap.Chat: jamie.lowe Email: hello@jamielowe.co For everything else check out my website www.jamielowe.co

In this episode i'm joined by Lucy and Chloe who run the Instagram page @youngwildanddiabetic. The girls took the plunge and became content creators at the start of lockdown and over the course of a few months have amassed thousands of loyal followers. They are at the start of something big here and it was a pleasure to chat to them on the show.    #All4One is an online community for people with Type 1 Diabetes, fighting misconceptions and showing support. The show is hosted by Jamie Lowe (@JamieLoweTV) who has lived with Type 1 Diabetes since 2015. Each month Jamie and the panel get together to discuss the reality of life with out a properly working pancreas! Want to be on the show? Email contactall4one@gmail.com  Find out more about Jamie here: www.jamielowe.co   Here's what the girls had to say:  we are Lucy & Chloe and have been best friends for over 10 years now. In 2012 Lucy was diagnosed with Type 1 and took it in her stride with me by her side learning about T1 and being there throughout her highs and lows. And then in 2018 3 days after my 21st birthday (after being ill for a long time) I was diagnosed with T1 through severe DKA! It was such a shock for us - I think we still are in disbelief really. But it has brought us closer than we ever thought possible. We started our page - @youngwildanddiabetic on insta at the beginning of lockdown but it’s been something we wanted to do for a long time and finally we felt why not!   We really want to use our platform to share our stories and raise awareness of T1 and how we don’t let it stop us from living our best lives haha - our experiences though diagnosis etc have been completely different and we love learning from each other and others in the community.

Hey guys, thanks for downloading the latest episode, did you know that this episode is available IN VIDEO? Head to my YouTube channel to watch it in full (www.youtube.com/jamielowetv) In this episode i'm joined by Cyndi Williams, CEO and founder of Quin. The company behind a new app to help those using MDI to manage their diabetes better.  https://quintech.io/about/  Here's what Quin has to say on their website 'We want to create technology to redefine the diabetes management experience through a more holistic approach. Technology is everywhere in diabetes, yet people still experience a 92% failure to achieve targets and have an increased exposure to serious mental health issues. We want to change that.' #All4One is an online community for people with Type 1 Diabetes, fighting misconceptions and showing support. The show is hosted by Jamie Lowe (@JamieLoweTV) who has lived with Type 1 Diabetes since 2015. Each month Jamie and the panel get together to discuss the reality of life with out a properly working pancreas! Want to be on the show? Email contactall4one@gmail.com  Find out more about Jamie here: www.jamielowe.co Subscribe to Jamie's YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/jamielowetv   Listen to my podcast: www.anchor.fm/all4one Twitter: @jamielowetv Insta: @jamielowetv Snap.Chat: jamie.lowe Email: hello@jamielowe.co For everything else check out my website www.jamielowe.co

Hey guys, thanks for downloading the latest episode, did you know that this episode is available IN VIDEO? Head to my YouTube channel to watch it in full (www.youtube.com/jamielowetv) In this episode i'm joined by personal trainer Jack Anderson. After struggling to come to terms with being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in his teenage years, Jack is now on a mission to prove that pancreas or no pancreas if you put your mind to it you can pull of some pretty amazing things. Jack also shares his wisdom to help up as get more active as lockdown comes to an end. Let us know on social media if Jack inspires you to get moving! Here's what Jack has to say about his challenge: 'On the 2nd of January 2015, at the age of 15,  I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. I always remember being told about the implications and limitations this condition would have on my life. I have always been extremely active, playing a number of sports and thankfully Diabetes has not got in the way too much.However I am curious, I want to see what my body is physically capable of. I want to see if it is possible to complete one of the most grueling ultra events as a Type 1 diabetic. I want to inspire and motivate others with medical conditions, not to be defined by them. To accept them, to battle them and to conquer them. To not let them stop you from doing what you want to do, and not letting them stop you from becoming who you want to be. My name is Jack Anderson, I am 20 years old and I am going to be attempting an IronMan triathlon on the 17th of October, 10 days before I'm 21'. #All4One is an online community for people with Type 1 Diabetes, fighting misconceptions and showing support. The show is hosted by Jamie Lowe (@JamieLoweTV) who has lived with Type 1 Diabetes since 2015. Each month Jamie and the panel get together to discuss the reality of life with out a properly working pancreas! Want to be on the show? Email contactall4one@gmail.com Find out more about Jamie here: www.jamielowe.co Subscribe to Jamie's YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/jamielowetv

Hey guys, thanks for downloading the latest episode, did you know that this episode is available IN VIDEO? Head to my YouTube channel to watch it in full (www.youtube.com/jamielowetv) A shocking set of data and a worrying time for people living with diabetes, new research from NHS England shows an increased risk of death from contracting COVID-19. Join Jamie and the #All4One panel for a dive in to the data and a discussion of coronavirus concerns. Also in the episode: We'll ask if it's safe to go back to work, what it's like to have COVID-19 and Type 1 Diabetes and we'll hear about Paul Coker's upcoming fundraiser for JDRF Today's panel includes Reece Martin (@reepzy), Elise Quarrington (@  and Sam Barnett (@samantha_barnett26) #All4One is an online community for people with Type 1 Diabetes, fighting misconceptions and showing support. The show is hosted by Jamie Lowe (@JamieLoweTV) who has lived with Type 1 Diabetes since 2015. Each month Jamie and the panel get together to discuss the reality of life with out a properly working pancreas! Want to be on the show? Email contactall4one@gmail.com Find out more about Jamie here: www.jamielowe.co Subscribe to Jamie's YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/jamielowetv

For the first time ever this episode is available IN VIDEO and on my YouTube channel  (www.youtube.com/jamielowetv) One of the foremost fitness experts on TV with a love for colourful outfits, Derrick Evans (aka Mr Motivator) ruled morning TV in the early 1990s, being a memorable voice for living a healthy lifestyle.  His connection to type 1 diabetes began when his daughter was diagnosed with the condition. Having since sworn his support to JDRF, Evans will help to raise funds by leading a series of fitness workshops for children in schools in the UK.  On 14th February this year, he will visit two schools and guide over 800 children on the ways and means of maintaining a balanced, healthy and active lifestyle. #All4One is an online community for people with Type 1 Diabetes, fighting misconceptions and showing support. The show is hosted by Jamie Lowe (@JamieLoweTV) who has lived with Type 1 Diabetes since 2015. Each month Jamie and the panel get together to discuss the reality of life with out a properly working pancreas! Want to be on the show? Email contactall4one@gmail.com  Find out more about Jamie here: www.jamielowe.co Subscribe to Jamie's YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/jamielowetv