75: Diabetes Q&A #5: High Post-Meal Blood Sugar, Lowering Triglycerides & More
Did you know that small changes to your diet can dramatically lower blood sugar and triglycerides in just weeks? In this episode, we’re answering your questions about managing type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. From high morning blood sugar and post-meal spikes to why even people at a healthy weight can develop prediabetes, we’re breaking it all down with simple, practical solutions.You’ll learn how to make smarter food choices, the role of refined carbs and sugars in high triglycerides, and why timing your meals matters. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been managing your condition for years, this episode will leave you feeling empowered to get more proactive with your health. CHAPTERS2:25 A thank you to listeners4:37 What to do about high blood sugar after meals?8:31 How do I lower high triglycerides in diabetes?14:11 Is a prediabetes diet the same as type 2 diet?16:08 How can I be prediabetic when I am a healthy weight?16:08 What do my blood sugar numbers mean?For show notes and resources, please visit: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.comTo share your questions and suggestions, leave us a voice message or email at: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com/messageExplore our proven programs and services, visit: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com/programsSubscribe to our free weekly newsletter for podcast updates, valuable nutrition tips and more: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com/subscribe
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74: Difference Between A1c and Blood Sugar and Why It Matters
In this episode, we’re unraveling one of the most common areas of confusion for people managing type 2 diabetes or prediabetes: the difference between A1c and daily blood sugar readings. If you’ve ever wondered why your doctor focuses on A1c while you’re monitoring your daily levels at home, or how these two measurements work together, this is the episode for you!You’ll learn how daily blood sugar provides immediate feedback to guide your decisions, while A1c offers a long-term snapshot of your glucose control. Plus, discover practical steps to manage both effectively, avoid common pitfalls, and how to start using your numbers to achieve better results. CHAPTERS3:38 Always ask questions!4:45 What is blood sugar/blood glucose?6:39 Normal blood sugar levels: in brief7:42 Understanding blood sugar fluctuations10:25 What is A1c?12:51 Normal A1c levels: in brief15:36 How do A1c and blood sugar relate?16:55 Key differences between blood sugar and A1c20:48 The number to monitor to get better A1c resultsFor show notes and resources, please visit: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.comTo share your questions and suggestions, leave us a voice message or email at: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com/messageExplore our proven programs and services, visit: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com/programsSubscribe to our free weekly newsletter for podcast updates, valuable nutrition tips and more: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com/subscribe
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73: How Does Fiber Help Lower Blood Sugar
Think fiber is just for digestion? Think again!In this episode, we uncover the incredible benefits of fiber for type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. You’ll learn how adding more fiber to your daily routine can help lower your A1c, improve blood sugar control, reduce cholesterol levels, and even combat inflammation—all without adding carbs that spike blood sugar.Discover why soluble fiber in particular, is so effective for blood sugar management, which foods provide the best sources, and why high-carb whole grains might not be the solution you’ve been told. We also cover one of the best fiber supplements for diabetes—one that can help lower fasting blood sugar, postprandial blood sugar, A1c, cholesterol and more. This episode is packed with actionable insights to help you get better results with your blood sugar levels. CHAPTERS2:09 What is fiber?4:20 Benefits of fiber for blood sugar7:44 Benefits of fiber for insulin resistance, cholesterol and systemic inflammation9:56 Fiber reduces risk of developing type 2 diabetes11:11 How much fiber to eat per day12:40 Best fiber-rich foods for diabetes18:22 Can fiber supplements help lower blood sugar?For show notes and resources, please visit: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.comTo share your questions and suggestions, leave us a voice message or email at: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com/messageExplore our proven programs and services, visit: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com/programsSubscribe to our free weekly newsletter for podcast updates, valuable nutrition tips and more: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com/subscribe
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72: Blood Glucose Goals for Prediabetes + Paul's Story
If you’ve been confused about what your blood glucose goals with prediabetes should be, this episode is for you. We break down the key blood glucose goals you need to know with prediabetes—fasting levels, postprandial levels and A1c goals. You’ll learn what “normal” really looks like, why aiming for normal is so important, and how hitting these targets can help you feel your best and prevent long-term complications.Plus, hear from Paul, a member of our Prediabetes Reset Program, who shares his inspiring journey of lowering his A1c back to normal levels, losing weight, lowering blood pressure and improving his overall health. Paul’s insights, challenges, and simple approach to staying consistent will leave you motivated to get more proactive with reversing your own prediabetes health. CHAPTERS2:06 What is prediabetes?5:31 Prediabetes blood glucose goals8:08 Prediabetes target A1c level10:21 The key to avoiding type 2 diabetes and reversing prediabetes11:47 Prediabetes blood glucose monitoring15:08 Paul's story to reverse prediabetes28:18 Key takeaway: Keep things simple and be persistentFor show notes and resources, please visit: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.comTo share your questions and suggestions, leave us a voice message or email at: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com/messageExplore our proven programs and services, visit: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com/programsSubscribe to our free weekly newsletter for podcast updates, valuable nutrition tips and more: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com/subscribe
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71: Intuitive Eating for Diabetes
Counting carbs, tracking calories and obsessing over food choices can feel exhausting, especially with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes where you may feel so many 'rules' imposed upon you. What if there was a better way? In this episode, we dive into intuitive eating—a science-backed approach that can help regulate blood sugar, support weight loss, improve metabolic health, and create a more sustainable way of eating for the long term.You’ll learn why rigid dieting often fails, how intuitive eating removes pressure and can help you break free from food stress, and the simple steps you can take to start listening to your body’s natural cues. Plus, we share research-backed insights and practical strategies to help you make food choices that feel good—physically, mentally and emotionally.CHAPTERS1:30 Don't we need to count calories and carbs?3:50 What is intuitive eating?6:35 Intuitive eating science10:08 Misconceptions about intuitive eating16:53 How to use intuitive eating for diabetesFor show notes and resources, please visit: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.comTo share your questions and suggestions, leave us a voice message or email at: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com/messageExplore our proven programs and services, visit: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com/programsSubscribe to our free weekly newsletter for podcast updates, valuable nutrition tips and more: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com/subscribe
Type 2 Diabetes Talk is the place where we chat about what really works to treat type 2 diabetes and prediabetes, naturally with nutrition and lifestyle. With over a decade of experience and scientifically proven research, T2Diabetes Nutrition Specialist Dr Jedha, along with special guests, provide evidence-based practical insights to help you optimize blood sugar and A1c, lose weight, reduce medications and improve your overall health. For more info, visit: https://Type2DiabetesTalk.com
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