Happy Tuesday Heal Squad! Today we are joined by celebrity hairstylist Laura Polko and we're talking all things diabetes! Just like me, she is a type 1 diabetic, but when we met each other we realized that people like us typically are not what comes to mind when you think of someone with diabetes. In our conversation, Laura opens up about all the waves of emotions that have come since her diabetes diagnosis, diabetes-related myths she's navigated, and the dangers of Diabulimia. Amidst the challenges, she also shares the unexpected upsides, like how her diagnosis fostered self-sufficiency and a deep appreciation for her body's rhythms. 

Whether you're a diabetic, know someone who is, or simply want to learn from Laura's experience as someone who has had type 1 diabetes for nearly 30 years, this episode will leave you with a newfound respect for the strength it takes to manage this condition. Make sure to come back tomorrow for part 2 of our conversation, where we continue to discuss our lives as type 1 diabetics as well as her incredible career in the beauty industry. 

Healers and Heal-Liners

• Everything in life will show you patterns, and your body and diabetes are not exempt from that.


• Insulin takes 2 hours to start working.


• Diabulimia is when diabetics restrict the amount of insulin they take which leads to weight loss and some side effects can include eye issues and nerve damage. 


• The symptoms of PMS are linked to insulin resistance.

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