KFC, Camden Pride, and Cortisol - The T1D Rollercoaster
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Join Jack and Mike for a mix of banter, insightful discussions, and relatable Type 1 Diabetes experiences. Celebrate Riley's birthday at Chessington and explore the mystery of morning glucose spikes. Jack recounts his weekend adventures in Camden, tackling hay fever while fencing, while Mike shares his win at an all-you-can-eat pasta and pizza buffet and the predictable effects of KFC on his blood sugar. Discover their weekly blood sugar averages, how heat impacts glucose levels, and their experiences with different types of insulin. Learn about their gym routines, the importance of proper nutrition, and supplements for diabetes management. Celebrate listener wins, from a great nurse appointment to starting a peer support group and achieving impressive time-in-range percentages. The episode wraps up with a fun discussion on superpowers. Tune in for laughs, valuable T1D insights, and relatable stories! 00:00 - Hi, Jack. How are you doing today 00:55 - We went to Chesaton for Riley's birthday last weekend 03:39 - On one ride, Amber wouldn't get on 04:43 - Morning glory spikes 06:39 - Hay fever struggles 10:26 - My levels are going higher in the heat 15:08 - Mike had an all you can eat pasta and pizza buffet 19:24 - Camden market 22:25 - Steak and eggs 23:46 - Protein intake and fat intake 26:31 - It's time for the listener win 31:16 - Make sure you go to your eye screenings 37:27 - If you could have a superpower, what superpower would you have Join the conversation and share your stories with the T1D community. Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to help others find the podcast. Follow The Podcast https://www.instagram.com/wearet1d Follow Mike https://www.instagram.com/t1d_mike Follow Jack https://www.instagram.com/t1d_jack Share your stories at https://wearet1d.com New episodes are released every Sunday & Wednesday PS. If you would like to be a Guest on the podcast, please go to the website https://wearet1d.com/guest-booking and fill out the form. Also, don't forget to vote for us in the British Podcast Awards! Your support means the world to us. Visit https://www.britishpodcastawards.com/voting, search for "We Are T1D," and cast your vote. Thank you!  
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