Lifelong Balance: Managing Diabetes & Weight Through the Years
Description
What does it really take to balance weight and diabetes—not just for today, but across every stage of life? From the unique challenges kids and teens face, to how puberty, pregnancy, and even menopause can shift the body’s needs, this episode dives into it all.
Our guest, Dr. Allison Childress, registered dietitian and associate professor of practice in nutritional sciences at Texas Tech University, shares practical strategies for supporting blood sugar and healthy weight at every age. She discusses the foods worth keeping in your pantry, the importance of balanced eating patterns, and the one lifestyle habit she wishes everyone would focus on for long-term success.
Whether you’re managing diabetes yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply aiming to live well, this conversation offers tools and takeaways for lifelong health.
“Consistency beats perfection any day of the week; those small daily habits are what last, not the crazy things we do for a short period of time.”
Question of the Day:
What are your go-to meals or ingredients that help you stay on track with your blood sugar and weight goals?
On This Episode You Will Learn:
How weight management influences diabetes risk and outcomes across all life stages—from childhood to older adulthood
The unique challenges children and teens with diabetes face when maintaining a healthy weight
How hormonal changes during puberty, pregnancy, and menopause affect blood sugar and weight
Sustainable, long-term strategies for managing weight without compromising blood sugar control
Pantry staples and go-to ingredients for balanced eating and steady energy
Common myths about weight loss and diabetes—and the evidence-based truths behind them
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Website URL: www.mypartnersam.com and https://www.depts.ttu.edu/hs/ns/childress.php
LinkedIn URL: www.linkedin.com/in/allison-childress-3-culinarymed-docs
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