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Mila’s Diabestie Episode Notice:
Hello Diabesties!
At present’s Episode is sponsored by Thrivable.
Hey there, Diabesties! Welcome again to a different episode of Your Diabestie Podcast. I’m your host, Mila Clarke, and at this time I’m past excited to convey you an unimaginable duo who’re revolutionizing the Sort 2 Diabetes panorama.
However earlier than we dive into their story, let me share one thing a bit private.
Image this: It was 2016 after I obtained my very own diabetes analysis (initially a misdiagnosis).
Like lots of you, I felt overwhelmed and annoyed by the dearth of empathetic data accessible. I wanted for somebody who understood what it actually felt wish to navigate this journey.
I began creating my very own sources on HangryWoman.com, however earlier than that, I searched and searched for somebody who might meet me the place I used to be, as I used to be feeling stigmatized, beat down, and general simply annoyed at diabetes administration.
Enter our visitors at this time, the inspiring co-founders of the Sort 2 Diabetes Revolution, Diana Licalzi, MS, RD, CDCES and Jose Tejero. Their method to plant-based consuming and motion has reworked the way in which people method diabetes administration.
It’s truly actually lovely to see others embracing stability, child steps, and above all else, JOY!
All through this episode, we’ll delve into their distinctive experiences serving to folks handle Sort 2 Diabetes and uncover the transformative energy of embracing a plant-based way of life and motion.
From their private tales to sensible recommendation, they’ll be sharing insights that can go away you feeling empowered and able to make optimistic adjustments in your individual life – irrespective of the kind of diabetes you’re residing with.
Whether or not you’re newly recognized or have been residing with Diabetes for years, this episode is price each minute of your time.
So seize your favourite beverage, settle into a comfy spot, and prepare to affix this enlightening dialog.
Belief me, you received’t need to miss out on the life-changing knowledge that these two have to supply.
Take care,
Mila
Episode 9 Transcript
Mila Clarke: Welcome everybody to Your Diabestie podcast. I’m Your Diabestie Mila Clarke, and with me is Diana Licalzi, a registered dietitian, and authorized diabetes educator with a ardour for selling wholesome residing by means of diet, and Jose Tejero, an train physiologist and skilled on how motion may help you stability blood sugars.
They’re Co-Founders and authors of The Sort 2 Diabetes Revolution Group and Cookbook!
Mila Clarke: Let’s concentrate on plant-based diet and diabetes.
Diana Licalzi: Completely. Many well being organizations now suggest incorporating extra plant-based parts into your weight-reduction plan. It’s not nearly going absolutely plant-based; even including plant-based proteins may be helpful. Plant-based diets promote general well being, assist handle persistent diseases, and contribute to a wholesome physique weight.
A plant-based weight-reduction plan is understood to decrease ldl cholesterol, essential for folks with sort 2 diabetes. It helps preserve a wholesome physique weight, lowering the chance of insulin resistance—the underlying reason behind sort 2 diabetes. You don’t should go 100% plant-based; incorporating extra plant-based proteins could make a major influence.
Mila Clarke: I like that. Folks usually hesitate as a consequence of their love for meat. How can somebody begin incorporating plant-based parts in the event that they’re not keen on greens?
Jose Tejero: It’s not an all-or-nothing method. You may see outcomes by growing entire advanced carbohydrates and fiber consumption. It’s about discovering a stability that works for you. I had a consumer who began with a predominantly plant-based method for 10 weeks, noticed enhancements in A1C, and later reintroduced some animal merchandise whereas sustaining a wholesome way of life.
Mila Clarke: That’s spectacular. It exhibits it’s about discovering what works for you. Transferring on to the recipes in your cookbook, The Sort 2 Diabetes Revolution Cookbook, might you share your favourite ones?
Diana Licalzi: I like our Sticky Veggie Fried Rice. It’s a balanced recipe with loads of fiber and protein from veggies and tofu. We aimed to create recipes that aren’t simply vegan but additionally excessive in protein and fiber.
Jose Tejero: My favourite is the Stuffed Bell Peppers with Lentils and Quinoa. It replaces animal proteins with plant-based alternate options, sustaining low-fat content material and excessive protein. It’s scrumptious and wholesome.
Mila Clarke: These recipes sound superb, and I recognize the cultural parts you’ve integrated. It’s essential for folks to get pleasure from acquainted flavors whereas managing diabetes. Switching gears, let’s discuss train. How can somebody new to exercising safely incorporate it into their routine?
Jose Tejero: Consider your muscle groups as glucose vacuums. Activating them by means of train helps handle blood glucose ranges. Strolling, particularly after meals, is an efficient and accessible strategy to begin. Later, resistance coaching may be added for muscle activation. It’s about discovering a stability between cardio and resistance coaching.
Mila Clarke: That’s an amazing perspective. Train doesn’t should be intimidating, and even small efforts could make a distinction. Sadly, we’re coming to the top of our episode. Any remaining ideas or recommendation for our diabesties?
Jose Tejero: We’re the Sort 2 Diabetes Revolution as a result of we’re difficult the standard paradigms surrounding diabetes care. Diana and I co-founded this group to offer assist, and we’ve even written a cookbook on plant-based diabetes workouts.
Diana Licalzi: Discover a group. Having a assist system makes a major distinction. Be a part of on-line teams, native communities, or use apps to attach with others on an analogous journey.
Mila Clarke: Thanks each for becoming a member of us at this time. For our listeners, you could find The Sort 2 Diabetes Revolution on social media and their web site. And that’s a wrap for at this time’s podcast. Thanks for tuning in, and see you subsequent time!