The Full Plate Podcast with Abbie Attwood, MS #129: No, You Can’t "Eat Your Way" to Diabetes with Erin Phillips, RD & Diabetes Specialist
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Aug 12, 2024 
In this engaging discussion, Erin Phillips, a registered dietitian and diabetes specialist from Seattle, debunks myths about diabetes management. She emphasizes that sugar and carbs don't cause diabetes, challenging the diet culture surrounding the condition. Erin explores the connections between diabetes and disordered eating, the importance of a weight-inclusive care approach, and shares insights on how emotional factors like shame influence diabetes experiences. They also discuss community support as a crucial aspect of holistic health for those living with diabetes.
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Conflicting Treatments
- Erin Phillips's work with pediatric endocrinology patients revealed a conflict.
- Standard diabetes treatment contradicted eating disorder treatment principles, highlighting a critical gap in care.
Diabetes and Blood Vessels
- Diabetes management focuses on preventing long-term blood vessel damage from sustained high glucose levels.
- This damage occurs over years, not quickly, and is often linked to inadequate medical care, not individual choices.
Type 1 Diabetes Explained
- In type 1 diabetes, the body stops producing insulin, the key that unlocks cells for glucose entry.
- Store-bought insulin becomes essential for survival.