Apr 30 2024 44 mins
Welcome to the Eat, Live and Move Podcast by Miyagi, where we bring you the latest science-backed conversations - without the fluff, or the fads.
In part 2 of our mini-series on type 2 diabetes, Dr. Gina Cleo and Dr. Ross Walker dive deep into the world of type 2 diabetes management, shedding light on the importance of a multidisciplinary approach. They stress the crucial role of a healthcare team comprising doctors, dietitians, and fitness experts in effectively managing this condition.
Dr. Cleo and Dr. Walker unpack a treasure trove of practical tips and insights to help you navigate the diabetes journey with confidence. From the significance of healthy eating habits and weight management, to the importance of reducing calories and sugar-sweetened drinks, they leave no stone unturned.
The hosts also underscore the importance of prioritising good sleep, healthy eating, and stress management techniques in diabetes management. They highlight the role of medication adherence, regular monitoring, and finding the right healthcare professional for support in staying on track.
Meanwhile, the hosts also explore how stress can lead to unhealthy habits like overeating, poor sleep, and substance abuse, but they offer practical stress management techniques to help you maintain healthy habits.
In essence, Eat, Live, Move emphasises the importance of a balanced diet, regular doctor visits, and medication adherence for optimal diabetes management.
Today is also the season finale of Season 1 of Eat, Live and Move with Miyagi. Thank you to all of our loyal listeners for tuning in so far. We’ll be back for Season 2 shortly!
Episode Highlights:
00:00 Coming up
2:25 The importance of a balanced diet and healthy eating habits for managing diabetes.
5:19 An anecdote about a patient who lost weight by cutting out alcohol and exercising regularly.
7:47 Stress management techniques to reduce stress levels and improve overall health.
10:12 Managing diabetes through breathwork
14:14 What are the medications for type 2 diabetes?
23:29 What’s the misconception about taking insulin?
25:49 How untreated diabetes can lead to macro and micro vascular diseases.
32:17 Is type 2 diabetes can be reversed?
38:14Iindividuals at higher risk of diabetes can still make a powerful lifestyle!
40:40 Question of the week.
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