Blood Sugar and Maintaining Weight - Competing Outcomes T1D

Yumlish: Diabetes and Multicultural Nutrition

English - February 15, 2024 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.8 MB
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In today’s episode, we are privileged to feature Dr. Daria Igudesman, a dynamic expert in the field of nutrition, with a focus on diabetes management. Dr. Igudesman’s research findings and continue work will provide valuable insights into blood sugar and weight management for individuals with type 1 diabetes. We explore the practical strategies she offers to enhance the lives of those living with Type 1.

Dr. Daria Igudesman is a postdoctoral fellow at the AdventHealth Translational Research Institute. She earned a PhD in Nutrition and is credentialed as a Registered Dietitian. Her research focuses on nutrition and the gut microbiome in type 1 diabetes management.

“First of all, people with type 1, as we know, need to take insulin to survive. That false notion can lead some people to restrict or omit insulin for weight loss, which can be incredibly detrimental to their health.”

On This Episode You Will Learn -

Unique Challenges of Type 1 Diabetes

Influence of Diets in the Gut Microbe

Lifestyle Changes for T1D Individuals

Common Misconceptions in Blood Sugar Management & Weight Management

Key Takeaways/Advice

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