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Your Diabetes Insider Podcast

Welcome to the Your Diabetes Insider Podcast, where we take all the mysteries of blood sugar control, focusing on nutrition, exercise, and any of the other 40+ factors that may impact your blood sugars. I"m Ben Tzeel, a registered dietitian, certified diabetes educator, strength coach, and Type 1 diabetic myself of over 20 years. Join me as I share my personal and professional experiences, helping you have your best blood sugars while living your best life with diabetes!

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15:46

Diabetes Questions You're Afraid to Ask

Your Diabetes Insider Podcast ·

2026/03/23

In this episode of Your Diabetes Insider Podcast, I'm answering real questions from the community - everything from why you might smell ketones even when levels are low, to how to handle carb counting when traveling, injection site confusion, and whether you actually need carbs to gain weight. We're keeping it real, practical, and straight to the point so you can better understand your blood sugar, avoid common mistakes, and feel more confident managing diabetes in everyday life! Want the best blood

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14:31

The March Madness Effect on Blood Sugar

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2026/03/16

What does March Madness have to do with your blood sugar? Honestly… more than you might think. In this episode of the Your Diabetes Insider Podcast, Ben breaks down a surprisingly helpful comparison between the chaos of March Madness and the way blood sugars behave when you're living with diabetes. Just like the NCAA tournament usually comes down to the top seeds, most blood sugar swings come from the usual suspects: food, exercise, and medication. But every once in a while, you get an "upset" - one

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10:45

Why Your Blood Sugars Are Higher After Daylight Savings

Your Diabetes Insider Podcast ·

2026/03/09

If your blood sugars suddenly feel weird or harder to control this week, you're not imagining things. In this episode of the Your Diabetes Insider Podcast, I'm talking about something that almost nobody warns people with diabetes about… Daylight Savings Time. That one-hour time change might seem small, but it can actually throw off your sleep, hormones, circadian rhythm, and blood sugar levels. If you're seeing higher fasting numbers, more insulin resistance, or random highs, there's a very real

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16:20

Diagnosed With Diabetes as a Kid vs Adult

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2026/03/02

What's the real difference between being diagnosed with diabetes as a kid… versus as an adult? In this episode of the Your Diabetes Insider Podcast, I'm diving into something I've honestly never talked about before - and it's a BIG one. I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at 7 years old. I've now worked with thousands of people living with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes - kids, teens, adults, even people diagnosed in their 60s. And let me tell you… The difference in support, education, and

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16:52

You're Doing Everything "Right"… So Why Are Your...

Your Diabetes Insider Podcast ·

2026/02/23

Ever feel like you're doing everything right with your diabetes - carb counting, pre-bolusing, measuring your food, working out, AND your blood sugars still won't cooperate?! It's one of the most frustrating parts of living with Type 1 diabetes. You're putting in the effort. You're checking all the boxes. And yet the numbers just aren't reflecting it. In this episode of the Your Diabetes Insider Podcast, I break down why your blood sugar control might feel stuck even when you're "doing everything

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16:32

Care Team Horror Stories (And How to Know If Your...

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2026/02/16

In this episode of the Your Diabetes Insider Podcast, we're talking about something people think about… but don't always say out loud: care team horror stories. I'm not here to bash doctors. I'm not here to call anyone out. But if you've ever left an endocrinologist appointment feeling anxious, rushed, judged, or straight-up defeated… we need to talk. Because your diabetes care team is supposed to support you - not stress you out. We're officially in the thick of 2026. The New Year's motivation wave

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16:59

Why Insulin Pump Sites Fail (Scar Tissue,...

Your Diabetes Insider Podcast ·

2026/02/09

If you're on an insulin pump and feel like your sites just randomly stop working, this episode is for you. We're talking about one of the most frustrating (and under-discussed) parts of diabetes: pump site issues, scar tissue, inflammation, and failed infusion sets - and why they seem to get worse the longer you've had diabetes! This isn't meant to scare you off pump therapy - it's meant to help you get better results from the technology you're already using. If you've ever changed a site, done

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24:56

Your Endo Said WHAT?! Net Carbs, Caffeine, Insulin &...

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2026/02/02

We're answering real diabetes questions straight from social media in this episode of the Your Diabetes Insider Podcast - and yeah… some of them are insightful, some are wildly confusing, and a few left me absolutely speechless! We're talking net carbs vs total carbs, whether caffeine actually spikes blood sugar, what happens if your phone controls your insulin pump (and you lose it 😬), insulin and weight gain myths, workout blood sugar spikes, A1C vs GMI, scary ingredient lists, and even how we

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18:37

Carbs and Diabetes - Do You Need to Avoid Them?

Your Diabetes Insider Podcast ·

2026/01/26

Carbs and diabetes. 🥴Probably the most talked-about, misunderstood, and fear-filled topic in the diabetes world. In this episode of the Your Diabetes Insider Podcast, I break down carbs at the 30,000-foot level - no scare tactics, no outdated rules of 15, and no "never eat this food" nonsense. I also call out the lazy diabetes fear-mongering online (you know the videos) and explain why carbs aren't the enemy - you just need a game plan! Bottom line: If you can hit your nutrition needs, keep your

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13:11

I Cut Out Gluten & Dairy With Diabetes - Here's What...

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2026/01/19

If you've already blown your New Year's goals… good. This episode is for you. Everyone starts the year talking about weight loss, better blood sugars, keto, fasting, vegan, carnivore, and most of it lasts about five days. Instead of doing another "New Year, new me" reset, I decided to actually test something I've talked about for years but never committed to. I went gluten-free and dairy-free - not for weight loss, not because it's trendy, but to see what would actually happen to my blood sugars,

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13:22

How to Manage Blood Sugars When Life Gets Chaotic

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2026/01/12

Diabetes doesn't care about your routine because honestly, there is no routine. In this episode of the Your Diabetes Insider Podcast, I break down exactly how I manage my blood sugars when life throws curveballs. I'm talking long days of competitive sports, messed-up eating schedules, adrenaline spikes, a jammed and bruised thumb, and even a surprise pump site failure… all in the same week! This isn't about being perfect - it's about adapting, using past data, and making intentional decisions so

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15:34

Trying to Lose Weight With Diabetes? Do This First in...

Your Diabetes Insider Podcast ·

2026/01/06

Trying to lose weight with diabetes in 2026 and hoping this is finally the year it works? You're not alone. Every January, weight loss goals come roaring back - new diets, gym memberships, fresh motivation and then… by mid-January, it all falls apart. If you're living with diabetes, it can feel even harder. In this episode of the Your Diabetes Insider Podcast, we talk honestly about why weight loss with diabetes keeps failing for so many people and what actually needs to change if you want real,

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17:12

Diabetes Recap (Lessons, Wins, Tech Updates & Stress...

Your Diabetes Insider Podcast ·

2025/12/29

Wow, 2025 has felt like a decade, right? In this final episode of the year on Your Diabetes Insider Podcast, we're recapping all the highs, lows, and lessons from the past 12 months. I share my personal struggles with stress, sleep, and tech (Dexcom mishaps anyone?), and why self-care isn't just a buzzword - it's a blood sugar lifesaver! If this year tested you, you made it - and there's a lot to be grateful for. And don't worry, there's hope: new tech, studies, and breakthroughs in diabetes are

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15:30

Celebrating Christmas with Diabetes

Your Diabetes Insider Podcast ·

2025/12/22

Christmas is right around the corner, and if you live with diabetes, this holiday comes with a few extra curveballs! Different foods, weird schedules, closed gyms, late nights, and a lot of temptation. In this episode, I walk you through how to actually prepare for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day without stressing or wrecking your blood sugars. We talk workouts when the gym is closed, why movement matters even more than Thanksgiving, how fat and protein sneak up hours later, medication timing,

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15:58

Can You REALLY Trust Your CGM? Dexcom & Libre...

Your Diabetes Insider Podcast ·

2025/12/15

In this episode of Your Diabetes Insider Podcast, we're diving into a super important question: Can you actually trust your CGM right now? With recent headlines about the Freestyle Libre 3 recall - including reports of inaccurate readings, injuries, and even deaths PLUS ongoing Dexcom G7 issues like failed alerts, sensor errors, and big accuracy swings, it's no wonder people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes are feeling unsure about their devices. I'm breaking down what's really going on with CGMs,

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21:40

Your Most Common Diabetes Questions Answered

Your Diabetes Insider Podcast ·

2025/12/08

If you've ever wished someone would just answer your diabetes questions in a real, straightforward way, this episode is for you. Today I'm going through a bunch of questions I got from social media - everything from low blood sugar panic moments to how to pick the right bread when you have type 2 diabetes! We talk about what number is actually considered a low, why you might feel shaky at 78, and how many carbs you really need to treat a low without rebounding into the 180s. I also break down how to

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18:38

Why December Decides Your A1C (and How to Stop...

Your Diabetes Insider Podcast ·

2025/12/02

Welcome back to the Your Diabetes Insider Podcast. Somehow, it's already December - one of the toughest months of the year for anyone trying to keep their blood sugars, routines, and goals on track. In this episode, I break down why December is the real difference-maker for what your blood sugars, A1C, and overall health will look like in 2026! Most people wait for January to "start fresh," but the truth is simple: the habits you carry through December either give you a running start or put you

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15:54

How to Keep Blood Sugars Steady All Thanksgiving Week

Your Diabetes Insider Podcast ·

2025/11/24

If Thanksgiving day feels manageable but the rest of the week totally throws you off - this episode is for you! We're talking travel stress, being out of routine, random snacking, sleep getting wrecked, family drama (yep…), and how all of that can push your blood sugars into full-on Rocky Mountain mode. In this episode of Your Diabetes Insider Podcast, Ben breaks down how to stay in range while traveling, what to do when you're completely out of routine, and why holiday grazing can send your blood

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18:38

Thanksgiving Blood Sugar Game Plan

Your Diabetes Insider Podcast ·

2025/11/17

In this episode, Ben breaks down a simple Thanksgiving strategy so your blood sugar doesn't get wrecked before dessert even hits the table. We talk real prep, activity, hydration, what to eat before the big meal, how to build your plate, and how to decide what's actually worth the insulin. If past holidays have thrown you off, this year doesn't have to. Here's the clear plan to feel good, stay present, and still enjoy the food you love! Want the best blood sugars you've ever had while enjoying great

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21:54

8 Things I Wish I Knew Sooner About Managing Diabetes

Your Diabetes Insider Podcast ·

2025/11/10

In honor of National Diabetes Awareness Month, Ben shares the top 8 things he wishes he knew earlier about managing diabetes. From understanding how fat really affects your blood sugar to why daily movement matters more than you think, he breaks down the practical lessons that make diabetes management easier. Whether you've had diabetes for years or just got diagnosed, this episode of Your Diabetes Insider Podcast is packed with real-world tips to help you stay in range, feel your best, and live

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