Living with type 1 diabetes is a daily grind, full of numbers, decisions, and constant adjustments, but it doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus two endocrinologists who also live with T1D, share their top 10 tips for making life with diabetes more manageable and a little easier to navigate.They cover everything from setting realistic blood sugar goals and understanding the metrics that matter most, to smart supply hacks that can save you stress when you least expect it. They also dive into why celebrating the small wins like getting through the night without a low or nailing your pre-meal insulin timing can make a big difference in your long-term mindset.

Whether you’re newly diagnosed or decades into the journey, this episode is packed with advice you can use today and into the future.

• Perfection Isn’t the Goal: Why aiming for progress—and not flawless numbers—keeps you healthier and less stressed.
• Know the Benchmarks That Matter: A1C, time in range, and minimizing hypoglycemia are key to long-term health.
• Celebrate the Small Wins: Even the little victories count, and they help build momentum in the day-to-day grind.
• Be Prepared With Backups: Why extra insulin, CGMs, and supplies are non-negotiable.
• Don’t Forget the “Non-Blood Sugar Stuff”: Eye exams, blood pressure, and cholesterol deserve just as much attention.

• And There’s More… From food strategies to mental health hacks, this episode is packed with practical advice you won’t want to miss—tune in for all 10 tips!

Think sleep apnea is just about loud snoring? Think again. This common condition is a serious health issue that affects a staggering number of people with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Steve Edelman is joined by Dr. Jeremy Pettus, who shares his own recent and unexpected diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea. From recognizing the subtle symptoms to navigating the diagnosis process and starting treatment, Dr. Pettus offers a firsthand account of what it's like to confront this underdiagnosed condition. This episode is a crucial wake-up call, revealing how untreated sleep apnea can impact everything from your heart health and blood pressure to your energy levels and insulin resistance. Whether you or a loved one has diabetes, this is essential listening.

Key Topics:

• What is Sleep Apnea? An explanation of how the airway collapses during sleep, leading to a drop in oxygen levels and triggering a "fight-or-flight" response throughout the night.

• Symptoms to Watch For: A breakdown of the classic signs, including loud snoring and gasping for air, as well as less obvious daytime symptoms like excessive fatigue, morning headaches, and low libido.

• Who Is at Risk?: A look at the surprisingly high prevalence of sleep apnea, especially among people with diabetes, affecting up to 80% of those with type 2 and half of those with type 1.

• Key Risk Factors: A guide to the factors that increase your chances of developing sleep apnea, such as weight, neck size, age, gender, and lifestyle habits like alcohol consumption.

• Getting Tested: An overview of the diagnostic process, from the simple STOP-BANG screening questionnaire to the modern convenience of home sleep tests.

• Effective Treatment Options: A comprehensive look at treatments that can improve your health, including lifestyle changes, CPAP therapy, and the new FDA-approved use of weight-loss medications like Zepbound for sleep apnea.

What if you could learn about type 1 diabetes before symptoms even appear? In this powerful episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus sit down with Senior Football Insider and Sanofi Spokesperson Adam Schefter to talk about why early screening for T1D is a conversation every family should be having.

Adam shares his personal connection to type 1 diabetes through his wife’s experience and how it changed his outlook on health, preparation, and the role of care partners. Together, they break down the importance of understanding early-stage T1D, how screening works, and why early knowledge is more than just information—it’s peace of mind.

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, a care partner, or simply looking to stay informed, this episode offers insight, support, and a meaningful call to action.

Key Topics:

• Adam’s connection to T1D: How his wife’s diagnosis impacted their family and sparked his passion for awareness and advocacy.
• Why early screening matters: The power of knowing about type 1 diabetes before symptoms begin—and how it can change everything.
• Understanding early-stage T1D: What auto antibodies are, what they indicate, and how type 1 develops in stages.
• Advice for care partners and families: Why loved ones should consider screening too, and how to start the conversation with a healthcare provider.
• Awareness is everything: How misinformation and lack of understanding can delay diagnosis—and why it's time to change that.
• Start the conversation: How to learn more about screening and what families can do today to stay one step ahead.