What Happens When We Ride Out a Low Too Long ⏳
We’ve all done it, seen a low number and decided to wait it out. But the longer we wait, the more our blood sugar drops, and the harder it is to recover. Today, we’re covering: Why we wait to treat lows (even when we know better) The risks...
Why Our Brain Fights Glucose Tabs (And How to Retrain It)
Our low-blood-sugar brain doesn’t care about logic. It just wants the most comforting (aka worst) option for treating a low. So why does our brain fight glucose tabs? And how can we retrain it to actually reach for them? Today, we’re...
How Over-Treating Lows Sneaks in 20,000 Extra Calories a Year
If you’ve ever over-treated a low, you know the struggle, one juice box turns into cereal, granola bars, and a fridge raid. But did you know that just 100 extra calories per day adds up to over 20,000 extra calories a year? Today, we’re...
The Science, Why Glucose Tabs Work Faster Than Other Snacks
Not all low treatments are created equal. Glucose tabs don’t just work faster, they actually fix the problem without causing new ones. Today, we’re covering: How different low treatments break down in the body (juice vs. candy vs. tabs)...
Why Glucose Tablets Are Actually a Game-Changer
We get it, glucose tablets aren’t exciting. But they’re faster, easier, and better for treating lows than most of the snacks we grab. Today, we’re breaking down: Why glucose tabs work faster than juice or candy How over-treating lows adds...
Welcome to Your Best T1D Year Ever
Managing Type 1 Diabetes doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Welcome to Our Best T1D Year, a podcast where we focus on practical strategies, mindset shifts, and a little humor to make T1D easier. In this first episode, I’ll share: Why I...