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.HIGHLIGHTSNutrition quality and its emotional impactFood as a source of comfortFood rules vs the pleasure of eatingHow much should I eat?Intermittent Fasting: not for every bodyFood and Mood JournalsMindfulness = Holistic approach on thingsFind foods that are for YOUGOLD MEDAL QUOTES "Through the practice of mindfulness you can start changing how you feel(...)Even though it can be a little bit challenging at first, by changing how we feel we change how we eat. That impacts our gut bacteria"."It's not about starving yourself, it's not about restriction. It's about identifying what your natural hunger signals feel like".LINKS OF INTERESTVisit https://eatingforyou.com.au/ for more info on Sallyanne's work and get your FREE emotional eating triggers checklist at https://eatingchecklist.comFollow Eating For You on Instagram and Facebook @eatingforyou.com.au Follow The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram and TikTok @thevirgindiabetic Visit My Diabetes Concierge ProgramNeed someone to talk to about your Diabetes? Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/  Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Sign up to the Email list  to get diabetes information and special recipesJoin us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://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.HIGHLIGHTSMarketing vs Reality - on your pancreasHow most doctors approach diabetics' weight problems, relying on these drugsDiet and Exercise: the eternal (and natural) companions to drugs in order to see real positive changes Deconstructing Trulicity's functionality and side effects based on their own information and dataInconsistencies between what's "promised" and the impact of taking some of these drugsBeta cell burnout and insulin dependencyImportance of the C-Peptide testWARNING: 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"The newer drugs that keep coming out have more and more of these terrible possible side effects"."Using a drug of this nature, one that works on the pancreas to produce more insulin can worn over work your pancreas"."Losing weight should be a slow process so you retain as much muscle as possible".LINKS OF INTERESTCheck out Trulicity's site to verify the information given on this episode https://www.trulicity.com/Visit My Diabetes Concierge ProgramNeed someone to talk to about your Diabetes? Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/  Sign up to the Email list  to get notified when webinars and trainings come up.Follow  The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram and TikTok @thevirgindiabetic Get diabetes-friendly recipes and find some useful articles about diabetes at https://reversemydiabetes.net/blogGet The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Join us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://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.HIGHLIGHTSWhy and how Dr. Quansah started her consultancy practice journey within the Diabetes field.Finding options to progressively stop your medications (whenever possible) and replace them with healthy lifestyle changes.The real value of pharmacists and how they can really help us.Common mistakes when trying to lose weight and what our real focus should be.GOLD MEDAL QUOTES"We pharmacists can help you with lifestyle management, nutrition recommendations, drug interactions, food interactions, make sure you understand the medication that you are on...So make sure you find time to talk to your pharmacist"."People should be tracking how they feel...your focus shouldn't be about counting numbers every day when it comes to weight". LINKS OF INTERESTVisit Dr. Quansah's website www.naqpharmacyconsulting.comFollow her on Instagram @dr.nanapharmd and Facebook at NAQ Pharmacy ConsultingGet her e-book 6 Things you can do now for better blood sugar control at https://payhip.com/drnanapharmdFollow The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram and TikTok @thevirgindiabetic Visit My Diabetes Concierge ProgramNeed someone to talk to about your Diabetes? Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/  Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Sign up to the Email list  to get diabetes information and special recipesJoin us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://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.  HIGHLIGHTSDefinition of Statin and how it works in your system.What is Cholesterol and its link with Diabetes.Where does Cholesterol comes from.Optimal levels of Cholesterol.LDL and HDL Cholesterol.What are Triglycerides.Side effects of Statins and their link to INSULIN RESISTANCE.Have you heard of Steroid Hormones?GOLD MEDAL QUOTES "I'm pretty sure most people don't even know that our body needs a certain amount of  cholesterol.""Did you know that statins can increase your glucose by as much as 12%?"LINKS OF INTERESTSign up to the Email list  to get notified when webinars and trainings come up.If you want to receive a FREE REPORT that helps you Improve Type 2 Diabetes & Boost Your Immune System find the clues in the episode.This report targets different areas of your health to improve your immune system while improving your diabetes.Follow  The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram and TikTok @thevirgindiabetic Get diabetes-friendly recipes and find some useful articles about diabetes at https://reversemydiabetes.net/blogVisit My Diabetes Concierge ProgramNeed someone to talk to about your Diabetes? Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/  Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Join us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://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. HIGHLIGHTSWhole foods vs the Standard American Diet.What wellness is all about: it's not just about food.Importance of being diagnosed very early from diseases like Diabetes to take action before major symptoms kick in.High blood sugar levels and its correlation with animal fat.Quality proteins such as yeast flakes.GOLD MEDAL QUOTES"Unless you got a cow outside or a friend with a cow, the dairy that you're eating is not particularly clean food"."The labels that you read in the grocery stores typically WILL NOT be telling you what's really in that food".LINKS OF INTERESTFollow Lynne on Facebook & Instagram @LynneParmiterBowman You can also visit her website https://lynnebowman.com/ or send her an emailFollow  The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram @thevirgindiabetic We are now on Tik Tok as TheVirginDiabeticVisit My Diabetes Concierge ProgramNeed someone to talk to about your Diabetes? Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/ Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Sign up to the Email list  to get diabetes information and special recipes.Join us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://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".HIGHLIGHTSThe increase in diabetes cases between 1989 and 2018.Family History vs Family Lifestyle: what's the real cause behind the rising number of kids with diabetes? Homework: 5 key questions to know how you're managing (or not) a healthy lifestyle.  Slowly incorporate some foods that will substitute those that aren't helping with your diabetes management. Listen to some suggestions I share in the episode.LINKS OF INTERESTFollow  The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram @thevirgindiabetic Get diabetes-friendly recipes and find some useful articles about diabetes at https://reversemydiabetes.net/blogVisit My Diabetes Concierge ProgramNeed someone to talk to about your Diabetes? Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/  Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Sign up to the Email list  to get diabetes information and special recipes.Join us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://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 TDASean 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 APPEmotional SupportLearn from other people's experiencesThe ability to vent and share your issues and doubtsFind professionals Read articles about the newest advances on diabetes management Live Streams on weekly basisSUGAR-FREE QUOTES "We're really trying to be as close as we can from the community to provide the best resource to the community""You can't fix your emotions and your psychology every 3 months when you visit your endocrinologist. You need that support 24/7".LINKS OF INTERESTFollow The Diabetes App on Instagram @thediabetesapp and join their Facebook group at www.facebook.com/thediabetesapp If you're a Tik Tok user, you can find them as @thediabetesappYou can also visit their website https://corporate.thediabetesapp.com/Follow  The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram @thevirgindiabetic Visit My Diabetes Concierge ProgramNeed someone to talk to about your Diabetes? Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/ Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Sign up to the Email list  to get diabetes information and special recipes.Join us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://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 Diabetes numbers and what they really mean to us diabetics.Fasting Glucose and A1c levels.The importance of learning the meaning and impact of the guidelines that doctors tell us when it comes to diabetes.  Improving fasting glucose by FASTING. Is it a good choice for all of us? If you want to learn more about fasting, check episode #26 with Dr. William Hsu. Type 2 diabetes is reversible but it won't happen overnight, and it can only happen if you understand how your body functions and what it really needs from you. I can help.SUGAR-FREE QUOTES"Diabetes is not getting better in this country (USA)...it is at the highest point of being terrible(...)What we've been telling everyone to do apparently is wrong, because we should see much more success than we have been"."Healthier does not mean more medication"."There needs to be a correlation between what you're doing to achieve a good fasting glucose, post meal glucose and your overall average. Your A1c.""The higher your A1c, the more sugar is attached to your blood".LINKS OF INTERESTFollow  The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram @thevirgindiabetic Visit My Diabetes Concierge ProgramNeed someone to talk to about your Diabetes? Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/ Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Sign up to the Email list  to get diabetes information and special recipes.Join us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://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 Definition of HEALTHSPANThe very basic concept of fasting.Fasting mimicking diet.Intermittent Fasting Diet vs Prolonged Fasting or Fasting Mimicking Diet.Recommended periods of time for the Mimicking Diet depending on your health condition.The importance of re-feeding.SUGAR-FREE QUOTES"Fasting is one of the most original diets that all living organisms have been on""In our country (USA) around 86% of people die of non-communicable disease that are preventable. These are, by large, driven by the way we eat"."You don't want to do periodic fasting so often that the body doesn't have time to replete  all the nutrients."LINKS OF INTERESTLearn more on l-nutra.com Join their FB community at https://www.facebook.com/LNutra/Visit My Diabetes Concierge ProgramNeed someone to talk to about your Diabetes? Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/  Follow  The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram @thevirgindiabetic Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Sign up to the Email list  to get diabetes information and special recipes.Join us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://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"Did you know that diabetes was linked to 40% of COVID-19 deaths in the US?""The one thing that all of these diseases have in common is lifestyle.  Lifestyle is the biggest factor on getting any or all of these diseases.""For those of you who want to go to your physician and say I don't want to be on medication, you have to do something to keep yourself off of medication. You cannot have it both ways"LINKS OF INTERESTVisit My Diabetes Concierge ProgramNeed someone to talk to about your Diabetes? Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/  Follow  The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram @thevirgindiabetic Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Sign up to the Email list  to get diabetes information and special recipes.Join us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/ 

Today we host Dr. Wilma Hunt-Watts, DPM, DABMSP, FAPWCA. Her background is just AMAZING!She's a Podiatric Physician licensed in the State of NY, is a published contributing author and is an esteemed graduate of Howard University. She has served as Principal Investigator for the N.I.H. (National Institutes of Health) clinical trial which focuses on “Bio_Sole as a wearable biosensor, that quantifies blood alcohol concentration in real time.” Serves on the board of directors for The American Diabetes AssociationShe was feature in The Virgin Diabetic Book on Chapter 7:  "Step Away from Amputation".With 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 Resuming movement after pandemic’s lock downs and curfewsNail discoloration: a sign of health issuesThe science behind changing your shoes every 4 to 6 months. It's not about the looks, especially for diabetics.Going into foot surgery soon? Listen to what Dr. Wilma recommends to keep in mind for us diabetics.Did you know summer is the "best" time of the year to go to surgery? Find out why the recovery process can be faster than during cold seasons. "COVID TOES""As a diabetic, I love to walk bare foot during summer. Is it OK to do it?"GOLD MEDAL QUOTES"When getting a pedicure, refrain from anyone cutting on your feet, especially if you're a diabetic. That's why we have podiatrists.""There have been a number of patients that I've seen that developed cancer and it has been diagnosed through their nails.""Podiatrists and diabetics should be best friends. Every 20 seconds an amputation takes place in the US. Every 7 seconds, someone dies from Diabetes". "If you're a diabetic, avoid walking around bare foot, no matter if it's inside your home or at the beach. You might get hurt, burn or cut and you won't even feel it. That's when problems come". LINKS OF INTERESTYou can visit her site and ask for advice at www.thesoledoc.comDr's Remedy (vegan nail polish) https://www.remedynails.com/Janet & Jo (vegan nail polish) https://www.janetandjo.com/American Podiatric Medical Association https://www.apma.org/Visit My Diabetes Concierge ProgramNeed someone to talk to about your Diabetes? Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/  Follow  The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram @thevirgindiabetic Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Sign up to the Email list  to get diabetes information and special recipes.Join us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://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:You will never achieve a normal A1c level. Why? It's too dangerous.The protocol for type 2 diabetes patients to calculate insulin dosing at each meal is misunderstood.  Preservatives and stabilizers.  Understand why you can open an insulin pen and it can be used without refrigeration for 30 days or more.  Did you know insulin has side effects? It’s advertised as  “human” insulin you are injecting, guess again.  It is human insulin analog.  Throughout the years of injecting insulin, your body will become desensitized, requiring you to increase your dosage.  No one ever mentions the psychological effects of insulin protocol.  Your life is forever changed and abnormal compared to other non-diabetics.  INSULIN DOES NOT HAVE TO BE YOUR ONLY CHOICEGOLD MEDAL QUOTES"I was told to eat a snack before bedtime and take my insulin.  That didn’t sit right with me.  I asked several diabetic professionals why not adjust what I eat so I can take less insulin, all I heard was, 'I suppose you can try that.'""Did you know feeling hungry could actually be an indicator that something is wrong with your insulin?""I talk with insulin-dependent diabetics all the time.   Nearly 90%  of them were improperly dosing and using.  Unfortunately, most type 2 diabetics are not completely trained on using insulin."LINKS OF INTERESTRecommended read Injectable Insulin for Type 2 Diabetes: When, Why, and HowVisit My Diabetes Concierge ProgramNeed someone to talk to about your Diabetes? Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/  Follow  The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram @thevirgindiabetic Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Sign up to the Email list  to get diabetes information and special recipes.Join us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://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 HIGHLIGHTSHow do we get the best and effective essential oils without getting ripped off?Which ones have the best quality?How can Essential Oils help with Diabetes?Essential Oils and digestionGOLD MEDAL QUOTES"Essential Oils have some of the highest frequencies on the planet. Simply by smelling them, they can enter our bloodstream (...) and immediately affect our memories, our emotions, our fight and flight mechanism"."Certain Essential Oils have been shown in studies to help balance blood sugar, improve insulin resistance, support liver function, reduce inflammation and boost your immune system"."Essential Oils have been used for millennia. They're not new. They might be new to us but they've been used in Eastern Traditional Medicine and they've been used by the Egyptians, Romans and Greeks"LINKS OF INTERESTTo learn more about Denise's work, visit https://deniseflood.com/Youngliving's DiGize Oil Follow her on Instagram @flooddenise Follow  The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram @thevirgindiabetic  Need someone to talk to about your Diabetes? Book a free consultation today at https://reversemydiabetes.net/ Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Sign up to the Email list  to get diabetes information and special recipes.Join us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/ Join the online My Diabetes Concierge program to learn how to start reversing the effects of type 2 diabetes.  

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"Diabetes can upset the balance between HDL and LDL cholesterol and your Triglycerides".“We want supplements to work as quickly as medication and that typically does not happen”.LINKS OF INTERESTCheck Episode #8 to learn more about the supplement  LysulinMayo Clinic Article on Statin DrugsMayo Clinic Article on MetforminVisit My Diabetes Concierge ProgramNeed someone to talk to about your Diabetes? Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/  Follow  The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram @thevirgindiabetic Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Sign up to the Email list  to get diabetes information and special recipes.Join us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://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“Right now the FDA does not regulate CBD products (…) Only 42% of CBD brands tested all their products for potency (…) Many of those 58% brands didn’t test for heavy metals or pesticides”."It is extremely important that when you buy CBD products to check for independent third party lab tests and certificate for analysis"LINKS OF INTERESTwww.sunflora.org corporate website to learn about products and lab reportsYour CBD Store official website https://cbdrx4u.com/If you’re in the Naples area and wish to purchase CBD products directly from Stacey’s stores, visit https://cbdrx4u.com/find-us/florida/naplesVisit @yourcbdstorenaples on InstagramRead the Watchdog report Need someone to talk to about your Diabetes? Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/  Follow  The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram @thevirgindiabetic Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Sign up to the Email list  to get diabetes information and special recipes.Join us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/ Join the online My Diabetes Concierge program to learn how to start reversing the effects of type 2 diabetes.  

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 dietWhat 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”HIGHLIGHTSSwitching from regular pizza to gluten-free pizza? Listen and find out how these products impact on your glucose levelsVegetarian and vegan burgersThe truth behind CANOLA oil and proper use of other oils to get the best out of themBaked vs Fried Protein bars: friends or enemies?Eat much, maybe 6 times a day? What is this doing to your pancreas? Habit vs True Health Need.    Grass fed and grass finished. Know your organic beef.“I eat what I want because I can burn it out with exercise” Sound familiar? Is this entirely true?LINKS OF INTERESTNeed someone to talk to about your Diabetes? Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/  Follow  The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram @thevirgindiabetic Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Sign up to the Email list  to get diabetes information and special recipes.Join us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/ Join the online My Diabetes Concierge program to learn how to start reversing the effects of type 2 diabetes.  

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. "90% of diabetics are overweight or obese" two risk factors when it comes to COVID-19. How small and what can be interpreted as meaningless changes of habit can actually start creating a healthy lifestyle change Are you working from home and spending long hours on a chair? Check out some great tips that Nino shared to keep ourselves active and healthyWhat happens to your body when you OVER workout and have a chronic disease, such as DiabetesWith the increasing numbers of children being diagnosed with Diabetes, it's important to encourage the practice of sports and outdoor activities The YOYO effect on modern diets Benefits of whole grains As a diabetic "Don't be afraid to strength train (...) and try to keep your heart rate not too high" Nino will be happy to help you with special exercises.  Stay tuned for a work out video, specially made for diabetics If you're in the Naples, FL area, you can join his classes at Vineyards Park every Saturday at 8:30 am or sign up to do them online. 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:Nino's site https://www.fitnesscoachnino.com/https://www.bluezones.com/Need someone to talk to about your Diabetes? Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/  Follow  The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram @thevirgindiabetic Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Sign up to the Email list  to get diabetes information and special recipes.Join us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/ Join the online My Diabetes Concierge program to learn how to start reversing the effects of type 2 diabetes.  

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 FlagsEven 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:Memory ProblemsInability to concentrateAnxietyMood SwingsChanges in AppetitePoor or Excess of SleepIsolating from other people - DepressionNervous HabitsWhat's the Call To Action today?DO NOT SABOTAGE YOURSELF: We can always find time to take care of ourselves and blow some steam off, be it by exercising, taking a short or long walk, stretching, meditating, talking to friends and family. Go back to episode 10 with Nancy Gerald and perform a simple breathing exercise that will make you feel renewed.  LOOK FOR HELP: When you can't see past through the current situation that's stressing you out. There's nothing wrong with it. WRITE DOWN 3 things that you can pre-plan to do that you're not currently doing. Also, write down the date that your current stress situation should come to an end.DOWNLOAD the free STRESS CHECKLIST & 5 STEPS TO IMPROVE https://reversemydiabetes.net/resourcesLinks of InterestNeed someone to talk to? Need help managing your stress? Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/ Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Sign up to the Email list  to get diabetes information and special recipes.Follow  The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram @thevirgindiabeticJoin us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/ Join the online My Diabetes Concierge program to learn how to start reversing the effects of type 2 diabetes.  

 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: 860-808-4672Email info@megan-moriarty.comWebsite www.megan-moriarty.comInstagram @hypnotherapywithmeganFacebook https://www.facebook.com/hypnotherapywithmeganFollow  The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram @thevirgindiabeticJoin us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/ Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/ Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Sign up to the Email list  to get diabetes information and special recipes.Join the online My Diabetes Concierge program to learn how to start reversing the effects of type 2 diabetes.  

"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"Follow  The Virgin Diabetic on Instagram @thevirgindiabeticJoin us on Facebook for more info, discussions and articles https://www.facebook.com/reversemydiabetes/ Book a free consultation with Denise today https://reversemydiabetes.net/ Get The Virgin Diabetic Book https://amzn.to/3auCJl6Sign up to the Email list  to get diabetes information and special recipes.Join the online My Diabetes Concierge program to learn how to listen to your body and reverse the effects of type 2 diabetes.