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. 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.
In this episode of The Direct Diabetes Podcast, we’re joined by diabetes educator Bridget Wood, RD, LD, CDCES, who shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at 17 and how it shaped her career. Bridget offers practical tips on managing blood sugar levels, staying prepared for highs and lows, and making the most of diabetes tech and new treatment options. 🎧 Listen now and take control of your diabetes journey!
We Also Discuss:
✔️ How Bridget transitioned from aspiring pharmacist to diabetes educator
✔️ Her must-have diabetes supplies and how she stays prepared for lows & highs
✔️ The latest diabetes management tools, including inhalable insulin
✔️ The role of health coaches in diabetes care and how to find one
✔️ Her best tips for keeping diabetes devices charged and ready
📌 Resources Mentioned:
Highs:
🔗 Inhaled Insulin – Afrezza*: https://afrezza.com
🔗 Savings Card Program (Commercial Insurance Only): https://afrezza.com/savings-program/
Lows:
🔗 Glucose Gel – Gu energy gel w/o caffeine: https://guenergy.com/collections/gels
🔗 Transcend Foods Glucose Gel (different brand but comes in different carb amounts): https://shop.transcendfoods.com/products/new-mini-strawberry-orange-glucose-gels?selling_plan=690595692852&variant=48134187090228&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAoUddJQVT7hNUS4wNY6jhrdBGV7_q&gclid=CjwKCAiAneK8BhAVEiwAoy2HYQ1uiYwHtI7KGpBp6WiES11gJ8-zK2KVzDMEz4rsB61QSHjMxwGUTBoCB64QAvD_BwE
🔗 Glucagon – Gvoke* – prepared glucagon: https://www.gvokeglucagon.com
🔗 Savings Card Program (Commercial Insurance Only) : https://www.gvokeglucagon.com/getting-gvoke/#copay-card
🔗 Baqsimi*– nasal glucagon: https://www.baqsimi.com
🔗 Savings Card Program (Commercial Insurance Only) : https://www.baqsimi.com/savings-resources/
Health Coach Information:
🔗 Find a Health Coach in your Area: https://members.nbhwc.org/search/
🔗 Diabetes Health Coaching Services – Risely Health: Type 1 Diabetes Management Transformed | Risely Health
🔗 Elevate Your Health with Personalized Diabetes Coaching by Danica: https://www.dia-log.co/pages/1-1-health-coaching
🔗 The Hangry Woman: Free Diabetes Health & Nutrition Coaching For All » The Hangry Woman Diabetes Recipes
Follow Bridget:
📸 Instagram: @beingbridgetwood | @balancewithbridgetwood
🎥 TikTok: @bridgetwoodwellness
💼 LinkedIn: Bridget Wood
If you would like to work with Bridget Wood on your diabetes management plan, you can connect with her here: https://www.yourdiabetesinsider.com
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