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Hormones don’t get talked about enough in the Type 1 diabetes world — especially male hormones.

In this live episode, I sit down with my good friend and colleague Type 1 Diabetic, registered dietitian and functional nutrition expert Kelly Schmidt to unpack testosterone, cortisol, thyroid health, sleep, labs, intimacy, and the systemic impact hormones have on blood sugar, energy, and quality of life.

This conversation goes far beyond “low T.”

This episode reinforces a powerful truth:
Type 1 diabetes is not just a pancreas condition — it’s a systems condition.

If you’ve been feeling fatigued, burned out, low energy, low drive, or just “off,” this episode will give you language and direction for your next conversation with your healthcare team.

Important Resources We Discussed:

• Magnesium Glycinate & Other Impactful
• Lab Panels - interpreted with a t1d lens (Kelly reads the labs and then explains the results in great detail.)

Kelly's Previous Episodes:

• Diabetes Vulnerabilities - #135
• Debunking Diabetes Detox Myths - Episode #130
• Manipulating Your Blood Sugars During The Female Cycle - Episode #123
• The 5-Pillars to Healthy Blood Sugars - Episode #119
• Gut Health w/T1D Dietitian - Episode #117
• Food Sensitivities - Episode #72
• The Expert Dietitian Series - Part 3 - Episode #44
• The Expert Dietitian Series - Part 2 - Episode #40
• The Expert Dietitian Series - Part 1 - Episode #35
• Why Is Nutrition Important in Diabetes? - Episode #9

🌐 Kelly Schmidt – T1D Functional Nutrition

🌐 Website: SimplifyingDiabetes.com
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In Episode 333, Coach Ken and Graham dive into a wide-ranging, honest conversation sparked by a viral question: Should Type 1 diabetes even be called diabetes?

What started as a short social media clip turned into thousands of views, healthy debates, and emotional responses—highlighting the confusion, stigma, and misunderstanding that still surrounds diabetes today. Ken and Graham unpack why this topic struck such a nerve, how language shapes perception, and why clarity matters—not division.

From there, the conversation expands into real-world diabetes challenges: insulin access and affordability, rationing fears, stress-driven insulin resistance, CGM infections, reusing supplies, and how everyday decisions—exercise, food quality, sleep, and stress—can dramatically change insulin needs.

The episode closes with a thoughtful discussion on Dexcom’s new 15-day CGM, environmental impact, patient assistance programs, and what progress actually looks like for people living with diabetes.

This is raw, unscripted diabetes conversation—exactly what the live show is designed to be.

🔑 Key Takeaways

• Why the word “diabetes” carries stigma and confusion
• The difference between Type 1 and Type 2 at a biological level
• Why insulin access is still a real issue
• How stress drives insulin resistance
• Practical ways to reduce insulin needs without perfection
• The reality of reusing needles and CGM complications
• Dexcom 15-day CGM expectations and concerns
• How language, education, and community shape confidence

🌐 Website: SimplifyingDiabetes.com
📚 The Diabetes Nutrition Master Course: Start Learning
💪 Work with me: More Than A1C - 1on1 Coaching
📞 Schedule a Free Call: Book Now
🎙 Donate to the Podcast: Contribute Here

If you enjoyed today’s episode, please subscribe and leave a 5-star review—it helps more people living with diabetes discover the podcast. Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement and a reminder that they’re not alone in their diabetes journey.

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• Leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify
• Share this episode with a diabuddy
• Follow me on Instagram: @TheHealthyDiabeticPod | @CoachK3n
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In Episode 332 of The Healthy Diabetic Podcast, Coach Ken is joined by Graham for another live, unscripted conversation that blends fitness, diabetes management, and real-world decision making.

This episode starts with a surprisingly deep unscripted discussion on exercise selection, and why most people overcomplicate exercise—especially when living with diabetes. From there, the conversation expands into consistency vs optimization, habit-building, insulin sensitivity, and how any form of intentional movement can support blood sugar regulation.

The second half of the episode dives into the future of diabetes technology, including closed-loop systems, implantable pumps, glucagon integration, and how innovation is reshaping what “hands-off” diabetes management could look like. The episode wraps with a thoughtful debate on AI in diabetes, research, education, and why human connection will always matter more than automation.

This will challenge how you think about fitness, technology, and progress with diabetes.

🔑 Key Takeaways

• Why “just moving” is more important than perfect workouts
• How consistency beats optimization for blood sugar control
• Legs vs upper body: what actually matters for diabetes
• Exercise, insulin sensitivity, and adaptation over time
• What closed-loop systems really mean (and what they don’t)
• Implantable pumps and the future of diabetes tech
• The role of AI in diabetes education and decision-making
• Why human connection can’t be replaced by technology

🌐 Website: SimplifyingDiabetes.com
📚 The Diabetes Nutrition Master Course: Start Learning
💪 Work with me: More Than A1C - 1on1 Coaching
📞 Schedule a Free Call: Book Now
🎙 Donate to the Podcast: Contribute Here

If you enjoyed today’s episode, please subscribe and leave a 5-star review—it helps more people living with diabetes discover the podcast. Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement and a reminder that they’re not alone in their diabetes journey.

Ways to Support the Show

• Leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify
• Share this episode with a diabuddy
• Follow me on Instagram: @TheHealthyDiabeticPod | @CoachK3n
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Podcast Disclaimer: Nothing that you hear on The Healthy Diabetic Podcast should be considered medical advice or otherwise; please always consult your medical TEAM before making any changes to your Diabetes management.

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