Direct Diabetes
Direct Diabetes
Podcast Description
Whether you’re managing Type 1, Type 2, or supporting someone who is, this podcast is your go-to resource for all things diabetes. We dive into meaningful conversations with experts, from endocrinologists and dietitians to researchers and patient advocates, uncovering practical tips, breakthrough treatments, and inspiring stories. Our goal is to empower and inform people of all ages and backgrounds living with diabetes. From navigating daily challenges to exploring new tech and lifestyle strategies, each episode is designed to help you take control and thrive.
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Covers a range of diabetes-related topics including management strategies, recent medical advancements, and personal success stories, with episodes exploring practical tips from professionals like dietitians and endocrinologists, as well as insights into innovative tools like inhalable insulin and the benefits of summer camps for kids with diabetes.
Whether you’re managing Type 1, Type 2, or supporting someone who is, this podcast is your go-to resource for all things diabetes. Hosted by Madi Cheever, MPH, RD, LDN, CHES of TypeOneTypeFun.com. Direct Diabetes has been helping people with diabetes for 30 years by mailing the supplies they need to their homes. From CGMs to insulin pumps and testing supplies, our goal is to take the stress out of managing diabetes so patients can focus on living healthier, fuller lives. We work with doctors and insurance companies to make the process simple. Visit DirectDiabetes.com.
”Healthy Eating” doesn't have to mean restriction, guilt, or stress 🍎
In this episode, Madi Cheever, MPH, RD, LDN, CHES sits down with Ann Kent, RDN, CDCES, founder of Peas and Hoppiness, a meal planning app that makes real, nutritious food simple, fun, and satisfying for busy families. Ann shares how growing up on a Kansas farm shaped her relationship with food, how she turned her passion for practical nutrition into a thriving digital platform, and why ”healthy eating” should never mean restriction or guilt.
💡 What You'll Learn:
✅ How to practice intuitive eating without abandoning your health goals
✅ Why ”be better, not perfect” is the mantra that changes everything
✅ How to make meal planning joyful instead of overwhelming
✅ The difference between food rules and food boundaries
✅ Why adding nutrients matters more than restricting foods
✅ How to talk about food with your family without shame or guilt
✅ Practical tips for eating well with diabetes (or any health condition)
✅ How small, sustainable changes lead to lasting results
This episode is for you if:
✅ You're tired of conflicting nutrition advice
✅ You want to enjoy food without guilt
✅ You're looking for practical meal planning strategies
✅ You're navigating diabetes and need real-world food guidance
✅ You want to feed your family nutritious food without the stress
Ann reminds us that health is so much more than macros and meal plans. It's about your relationship with food, how you talk about it, how you share it with others, and how it fits into your life, joyfully and without guilt. 🌿 Even on your 20% days, you can still give 100%.
🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all major platforms
🔗 Connect with Dietitian Ann Kent:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peasandhoppiness
Website: peasandhoppiness.com
Registered Dietitian & T1D Coach Madi Cheever hosts this helpful podcast:
✅ Follow Madi https://www.instagram.com/type.one.type.fun
📚 Get her FREE book at typeonetypefun.com/free-book
🎙️ More episodes at TypeOneTypeFun.com
🎙️ Find more podcast episodes + diabetes news at: https://directdiabetes.com
Medical Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, medications, or diabetes care plan.
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