Food, We Need To Talk Here's What You Need to Know About Diabetes
Nov 11, 2024
Jessica Jones and Wendy Lopez, both registered dietitians and diabetes educators, bring their expertise to the forefront as they discuss the staggering statistic that one in two Americans have prediabetes or diabetes. They explore the nuances between type 1 and type 2 diabetes, addressing common myths and the impact of stigma. Listeners learn about the importance of nutrition, lifestyle choices, and the potential for diabetes to be managed or even reversed. Most importantly, they emphasize that diabetes should never be a source of shame, advocating for compassion and awareness.
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Understanding Diabetes Basics
- Diabetes results from the body's inability to process glucose properly due to insulin issues.
- High blood sugar damages key organs over time, underscoring the importance of blood sugar control.
Diabetes Is Not Anyone's Fault
- Both type 1 and type 2 diabetes carry no blame; genetics and social factors play major roles.
- Stigma around diabetes, especially type 2, is unfounded and harmful.
Diabetes Stigma Reflected in Funding
- The Joslin Diabetes Center building is small compared to other medical institutes due to stigma around type 2 diabetes.
- Fundraising focuses more on type 1 diabetes because it is seen as an 'innocent' childhood disease.