In episode three of our ongoing nutrition series, Jennifer Smith and Dana Roseman dive into the unique challenges of holiday eating for people living with diabetes. They share practical strategies for insulin management, discuss the benefits of technology in diabetes care, and highlight the importance of accepting blood sugar fluctuations during festive meals. Before heading into another holiday season, tune in to hear Jenny and Dana’s expert tips and personal insights for managing diabetes and enjoying the festivities.

Dana Roseman, MPH, CDCES, RDN, LDN, is the Director of Technology and Applied Research for Integrated Diabetes Services. She is a Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist and Registered Dietitian with a Master’s in Public Health from the University of Illinois at Chicago, a Bachelor’s in Science from the University of Texas at Austin, and clinical nutrition training from UT Southwestern Medical Center. Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, she has spent nearly 20 years improving diabetes care through technology, research, and patient education—including expertise with insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitors, and hybrid closed-loop systems. Dana serves as Research Information Liaison for the Dallas JDRF, is active on nonprofit boards, and empowers people with diabetes to thrive physically and mentally, making her a leading voice in diabetes innovation.

Jennifer Smith, RD, LD, CDCES is the Director of Lifestyle and Nutrition for Integrated Diabetes Services. She is renowned for her expertise in nutrition, diabetes education, and athletic performance. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Nutrition and Biology from the University of Wisconsin, Jennifer is a Registered Dietitian, Licensed Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist, a certified trainer for insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors, as well as a published author. Having lived with type 1 diabetes since childhood, Jennifer offers unique insight into day-to-day diabetes management, pregnancy, sports nutrition, and technology integration.

✔️The importance of knowing how your insulin delivery system works.

✔️ Ways to spend more time socializing and less time monitoring blood sugar levels over the holidays.

✔️ Large meals require longer insulin delivery.

✔️ How fasting holidays can help your diabetes management.

00:13 Welcome and introduction

02:59 Knowing your insulin delivery system

06:54 And then comes a GLP-1

07:47 Out of the box thinking helps with holiday eating

09:59 Making Peace with Blood Sugar Fluctuations

11:40 Strategies for Enjoying Holiday Treats

15:03 Jenny’s insulin strategy for her Thanksgiving meal

18:09 Adding physical activities to the holidays

19:38 What to do when the holiday requires fasting

22:52 Sitting, Drinking, and being Stressed! Final tips to get you through the holidays

IDS Diabetes Experts, The Trynamic Trio Share Personal Experiences with Open-Source Application

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Trio: An Open Source Overview

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The information contained in this program is based on the experience and opinions of the Integrated Diabetes Services clinical team. Please discuss any changes to your treatment plan with your personal healthcare provider before implementing.

In Episode 56 of Think Like a Pancreas—The Podcast, Jennifer Smith, Director of Lifestyle and Nutrition at Integrated Diabetes Services, is joined by Gary Scheiner for a conversation on preventing type 1 diabetes.

With improved access to screening tools, they explore the implications for people living with diabetes and their families.

Gary shares the latest research and treatment options, highlighting how these advances can lead to better outcomes for those at risk of developing, or those diagnosed with, type 1 diabetes.

Jennifer Smith, RD, LD, CDCES is the Director of Lifestyle and Nutrition for Integrated Diabetes Services. She is renowned for her expertise in nutrition, diabetes education, and athletic performance. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Nutrition and Biology from the University of Wisconsin, Jennifer is a Registered Dietitian, Licensed Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist, a certified trainer for insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors, as well as a published author. Having lived with type 1 diabetes since childhood, Jennifer offers unique insight into day-to-day diabetes management, pregnancy, sports nutrition, and technology integration.

Gary Scheiner is an award-winning CDCES Fellow, Masters-level Exercise Physiologist who received his diabetes training with the world-renowned Joslin Diabetes Center. He serves on the faculty of Children With Diabetes and is an active volunteer for the American Diabetes Association, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Diabetes Sisters and Setebaid Diabetes Camps. Gary serves on the clinical advisory boards for several diabetes device manufacturers and pharmaceutical companies, while bringing together an incredible team of experts with his company, Integrated Diabetes Services.

✔️ Who should be screened for type 1 diabetes.

✔️ How you or your loved ones can be screened.

✔️ Beta cell bubble-wrap strategies.

✔️ Next steps after screening.

00:14 Welcome and introductions

02:00 Understanding the stages of developing type 1 diabetes

10:05 Who should be screened for type 1 diabetes?

14:15 The best age to consider screening

15:56 You’ve been screened for type 1 diabetes. What’s next?

21:33 Monitoring and insulin production preservation strategies

26:54 Medical intervention options to prevent stage 3, type 1 diabetes

35:43 To screen or not to screen is a personal decision

Integrated Diabetes Services offers consulting services to individuals and families who test positive for antibodies. Call 610-642-6055 for details.

Most commercial labs such as Labcorp and Quest Diagnostics are equipped to perform antibody testing. Just ask your physician for a prescription the next time you have annual lab work.

At-home test kits can be obtained from TrialNet. Free screening kits are available at TrialNet sites or through the mail for first-degree relatives of people with T1D ages 2–45, or second-degree relatives ages 2–20. Call 800-425-8361 for details. https://www.trialnet.org/

ASK is a free T1D antibody screening service for children, available through the Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes: www.askhealth.org

For a variety of resources on the T1D screening process, visit www.type1tested.com

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The Quest for a Cure: A Diamyd In the Rough

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The information contained in this program is based on the experience and opinions of the Integrated Diabetes Services clinical team. Please discuss any changes to your treatment plan with your personal healthcare provider before implementing.

In Episode 55 of Think Like a Pancreas—The Podcast, Integrated Diabetes Services Mental Health Clinician, Anna Sabino speaks with James van der Meulen about diabetes burnout.

Together they share their stories of living with diabetes since childhood. They explained how they have learned to recognize and work through the mental challenges that come with this journey.

Anna Sabino MSW, CDCES has been living with T1D for over 30 years and proudly offers expert emotional health counseling for children, adults, and families with T1D. She is a graduate of Syracuse University with a dual degree in psychology and child and family studies. She earned her Masters in Social Work from Washington University in St. Louis. Her areas of expertise include family dynamics, crisis management, anxiety, depression, burnout, and post-traumatic stress.

Anna’s greatest passion is helping individuals and families build a sense of confidence and comfort with their diabetes management.

James van der Meulen has been living with type 1 diabetes since he was four years old. He has successfully managed his diabetes through university and law school. He is now a successful corporate lawyer in South Africa.

✔️ Diabetes is not one size fits all

✔️How to deal with diabetes interfering with daily demands.

✔️ Give yourself grace. You cannot expect perfection every day.

✔️ Burnout is part of being human

00:12 Welcome and introductions

03:04 The immense mental challenge of living with type 1 diabetes

04:13 How James deals with burnout

10:07 The Role of Technology in Diabetes Management

12:40 Understanding both your own role and that of technology significantly enhances your mental wellbeing.

14:21 Your diabetes burnout will vary

17:13 Burnout is the gatekeeper to other mental health issues

18:46 Parents must recognize burnout in their children

19:51 The mental challenge of managing your own diabetes care

24:23 How to avoid burnout as a parent of a child with diabetes

28:50 Grief for parents is a normal part of the process.

32:33 Learning to master self-doubt

IDS Diabetes Experts, The Trynamic Trio Share Personal Experiences with Open-Source Application

Watch the full-length episode Coping with Burnout in Diabetes Management: Strategies for Success

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Coping with Burnout in Diabetes Management: Strategies for Success

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In Episode 53 of Think Like a Pancreas—The Podcast, Integrated Diabetes Services clinicians Kristi Paguio and Dr. Paula Diab discuss the invisible burden of living with diabetes and the vital role of self-advocacy.

Kristi shares her experiences as both a patient and a clinician, while Paula provides insights as a doctor. Their conversation highlights the need for better education, preparation, and understanding when working with people with diabetes, as well as tips for both medical staff and patients.

Dr Paula Diab PhD, CDCES is a Family Physician and Diabetologist who runs a multi-disciplinary practice specializing in the management of chronic diseases, particularly diabetes and obesity in South Africa. Her approach is to walk the journey with her patients and to allow them to manage their disease rather than allow the disease to define who they are. She earned her undergraduate medical degree from the University of Cape Town in 2000 and then returned to her home province of KwaZulu-Natal to establish her career and continue her post-graduate studies. She is certified as a Diabetes Care and Education Specialist in the US.

Despite carrying the burden of being the only member of the IDS clinical team without type 1 Diabetes, her skills and passion for diabetes care & education are exemplary (she did successfully manage her own gestational diabetes during her pregnancies).

Kristi Paguio LMSW, CDCES, CSOWM is a licensed clinical social worker, diabetes care and education specialist, and certified specialist in obesity and weight management. Kristi has been working in the field of diabetes since 2007 and has had the privilege of working with people across the lifespan who are impacted by diabetes. She has experience working with adults, children, athletes, pregnancy, and weight management.

Kristi was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2000 and has specialized in the mental and emotional aspects of diabetes since that time.

✔️How much diabetes training many medical professionals receive.

✔️Tips to make the most out of your next diabetes appointment.

✔️ How to shift your mindset when managing your diabetes.

✔️The importance of context over data for physicians.

00:12 Welcome and Introductions

01:49 The highlighting the invisible burdens of diabetes

02:31 The barriers a person with diabetes faces to manage their care

05:28 The reality of diabetes education for general physicians

06:31 Navigating a perceived lack of empathy in diabetes care

08:30 The role of self-advocacy in diabetes management

10:12 Clinician anxiety

10:31 Words matter when talking to patients

13:05 The healthcare system is not set up for chronic illness management

15:38 How to get the most out of a visit with your clinician

19:44 Creating an advocacy team to help when you can’t

23:42 How to improve conversations with healthcare providers

Diabetes is the ULTIMATE Ultramarathon

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Coping with Burnout in Diabetes Management: Strategies for Success

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The information contained in this program is based on the experience and opinions of the Integrated Diabetes Services clinical team. Please discuss any changes to your treatment plan with your personal healthcare provider before implementing.

In Episode 52 of Think Like a Pancreas—The Podcast, Integrated Diabetes Services clinicians Jennifer Smith and Dana Roseman discuss the critical relationship between nutrition, exercise, and diabetes management. They explore how to effectively manage blood sugar levels during physical activity, the importance of individualized approaches to insulin and exercise, and the role of hydration and nutrition in optimizing performance. The conversation emphasizes the need for planning and understanding one's body to achieve successful outcomes in exercise and diabetes management.

Dana Roseman, MPH, CDCES, RDN, LDN, is the Director of Technology and Applied Research for Integrated Diabetes Services. She is a Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist and Registered Dietitian with a Master’s in Public Health from the University of Illinois at Chicago, a Bachelor’s in Science from the University of Texas at Austin, and clinical nutrition training from UT Southwestern Medical Center. Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, she has spent nearly 20 years improving diabetes care through technology, research, and patient education—including expertise with insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitors, and hybrid closed-loop systems. Dana serves as Research Information Liaison for the Dallas JDRF, is active on nonprofit boards, and empowers people with diabetes to thrive physically and mentally, making her a leading voice in diabetes innovation.

Jennifer Smith, RD, LD, CDCES is the Director of Lifestyle and Nutrition for Integrated Diabetes Services. She is renowned for her expertise in nutrition, diabetes education, and athletic performance. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Nutrition and Biology from the University of Wisconsin, Jennifer is a Registered Dietitian, Licensed Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist, a certified trainer for insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors, as well as a published author. Having lived with type 1 diabetes since childhood, Jennifer offers unique insight into day-to-day diabetes management, pregnancy, sports nutrition, and technology integration.

✔️How to overcome the fear of new exercise routines.

✔️The importance of healthy blood sugar targets for exercise performance.

✔️ To use insulin rather than constantly feeding your insulin.

✔️The value of hydration and post-exercise nutrition.

✔️ Whole foods should be prioritized over supplements for nutrition..

00:11 Welcome and Introduction

00:59 Fueling for exercise with Jennifer and Dana

03:57 Blood glucose levels impact performance levels

05:34 Fasted Exercise: Strategies and Benefits

07:26 Insulin and Fueling Strategies for exercise

09:51 Understanding your needs for food, insulin, and exercise

13:27 The impact of the type of exercise on your blood sugar levels

17:21 Hydration and Its Impact on Performance

18:44 Fueling tips for endurance athletes

22:51 Low blood volume vs low blood sugar

24:00 Post exercise tips

28:38 The Role of Whole Foods vs Supplements

31:00 Final thoughts on exercise and diabetes management

Diabetes, Nutrition, and Wellness with Dana Roseman and Jennifer Smith

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🔵To work with the Integrated Diabetes Services Team , visit https://integrateddiabetes.com/how-to-start-the-process/ , or email info@integrateddiabetes.com

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In Episode 51 of Think Like a Pancreas—the Podcast, host Gary Scheiner speaks with Victor Van Beuren, director of book operations for the American Diabetes Association.

Victor shares how he moved from a career in geology to publishing in the diabetes space was a natural evolution. He highlights the importance of effective scientific communication to both individuals and clinicians.

Victor also shares with Gary how to identify trustworthy sources of information amid online clutter and what to consider if you want to get your diabetes story published.

Gary Scheiner, MS, CDCES, is the award-winning author of Think Like a Pancreas as well as numerous other books that act as guides for people living with diabetes. A Certified Diabetes Care & Education, Masters-level Exercise Physiologist, and person living with type 1 diabetes since 1985, Gary was named 2014 Diabetes Educator of the Year by the American Association of Diabetes Educators. He trained at the Joslin Diabetes Center and has dedicated his career to helping others live well with diabetes through education, advocacy, and innovation.

Victor Van Beuren, MS, has dedicated more than 38 years to the publishing world. While publishing has shaped his career, his work with the American Diabetes Association over the past decade and a half has transformed it into his mission.

✔️The importance of effective scientific communication

✔️The evolution of book publishing in a digital age.

✔️ How to find reputable diabetes publications.

✔️The steps involved in publishing your diabetes book.

✔️The importance of a good hook for your diabetes book

✔️ Publishing is a business

00:15 Welcome and introduction

00:57 Meet Victor

3:40 How a geologist became an American Diabetes Association book publisher.

7:00 The importance of sharing medical information in a way that everyone can understand

7:56 ADA’s new focus in consumer publishing

14:02 Finding trustworthy authors and publications

17:00 Modern publishing options

18:20 Tips for book marketing

26:30 The value of communication

Joslin Diabetes Center

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Think Like a Pancreas—The Fourth Edition

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Think Like a Pancreas—The Book

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The information contained in this program is based on the experience and opinions of the Integrated Diabetes Services clinical team. Please discuss any changes to your treatment plan with your personal healthcare provider before implementing.