Podcast
Correction Dose
Hosted by Cait Macleod & Tracy Sanders · EN
Science, stories, and practical tips to help you navigate type 1 diabetes like a boss.
Hosted by Cait Macleod and Tracy Sanders
Assistant editor Helen le Roux
https://linktr.ee/correctiondose
Instagram: @type1tracy and @correctiondose
Email: cait@correctiondose.com
28episodes
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#046: Is Diabetes Tech Overrated?
3d ago00:31:06Tap to summarizeThis week, we’re keeping it simple. Just a good old chat between two diabetic friends. We cover the stuff that’s on our minds. Including 📱 Cait’s hot take: “Diabetes tech is a little overrated!” ❓ Why Tracy is wearing two CGMs🔬 A surprising change in Tracy's thyroid blood tests😴 The not-so-textbook way we deal with middle-of-the-night hyposIn short, a healthy dose of hot takes and diabetes reality.We love it when listeners say hi. Drop us a text.Email cait@correctiondose.comVisit correctiondose.comFind us on Instagram @type1tracy or @correctiondoseThis content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diabetes management or treatment plan.
Transcribe →#045: Could You Have Hashimoto's Disease? 1 in 5 Type 1s Do
1w ago00:27:48Tap to summarizeFeeling exhausted? Struggling with weight gain, stubborn blood sugars, or brain fog?It might just be diabetes. Heck, it might just be life! But for 1 in 5 type 1 diabetics, it's something else. People with type 1 diabetes are more likely to develop an autoimmune condition called Hashimoto's thyroiditis which can affect everything from energy levels and mood to digestion and insulin sensitivity.In this episode, Tracy explains:🦋 What the thyroid actually does📈 Why people with type 1 diabetes are at higher risk😴 Common symptoms of Hashimoto's🩸 Which blood tests matter (and what the results mean)💊 Treatment options and what to expect after diagnosisIf you've ever wondered whether your fatigue is "normal" or something worth investigating, this episode is for you.We love it when listeners say hi. Drop us a text.Email cait@correctiondose.comVisit correctiondose.comFind us on Instagram @type1tracy or @correctiondoseThis content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diabetes management or treatment plan.
Transcribe →#044: How to Overcome a Fear of Hypos
2w ago00:42:36Tap to summarizeHypos are scary. Objectively scary. But if you live a healthy life with type 1 diabetes, you can't avoid them.Fearing hypos can make you miserable. It can also have real consequences for your diabetes management. Avoiding them might mean avoiding exercise, letting your blood sugars run high, or missing out on fun experiences. Fortunately, there are ways to overcome or manage fears.In this episode, Cait and Tracy talk about their own scary hypos and explain tried-and-tested strategies for overcoming fear plus their tips for staying safe and recovering fast when hypos happen. We love it when listeners say hi. Drop us a text.Email cait@correctiondose.comVisit correctiondose.comFind us on Instagram @type1tracy or @correctiondoseThis content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diabetes management or treatment plan.
Transcribe →#043: What's the Deal With Ozempic & T1D?
3w ago00:44:39Tap to summarizeDrugs like Ozempic started out as a treatment for type 2 diabetes. But in recent years they've exploded onto the mainstream. 1 in 8 Americans now use GLP-1s for weight loss. 1.6 million Brits do the same. So what about type 1 diabetics? Can these "miracle drugs" improve blood sugars? Reduce food noise? Or tackle insulin resistance? And what are the risks?In this episode, Tracy and Cait separate hype from science and share their own experiences with GLP-1s so you can decide whether they deserve your attention. We love it when listeners say hi. Drop us a text.Email cait@correctiondose.comVisit correctiondose.comFind us on Instagram @type1tracy or @correctiondoseThis content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diabetes management or treatment plan.
Transcribe →#042: Diabetes Ate My Hunger Cues
May 2600:40:58Tap to summarizeWhen you're a type 1 diabetic, your food decisions aren't just about hunger. They're about blood sugars, exercise plans, insulin on board, and the fear of going low. Sometimes we have to eat when we aren't hungry. And sometimes we feel famished when we're really just hypo. Over time, all this can make it hard to recognise when we're really hungry or full. In this episode, Cait and Tracy unpack the ways that diabetes can disrupt hunger and fullness signals and explore how we can make peace with food and start to reconnect with our bodies' natural cues. We love it when listeners say hi. Drop us a text.Email cait@correctiondose.comVisit correctiondose.comFind us on Instagram @type1tracy or @correctiondoseThis content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diabetes management or treatment plan.
Transcribe →#041: Endo Red Flags (And How to Get More From Your Appointments)
May 1900:26:41Tap to summarizeA good endocrinologist can be a game changer for type 1 diabetes management. The best ones empower you with info, build your confidence, and make you feel like you're in safe hands. The worst ones leave you ashamed and unprepared to tackle the many challenges of this condition. As if we don't have enough to deal with!Tracy and Cait discuss:What a great endo does (and doesn't do).How to get the most out of your appointment. How to advocate for better care if your needs aren't met.When it's time to "break up" with your endo.Our best and worst doc stories. We love it when listeners say hi. Drop us a text.Email cait@correctiondose.comVisit correctiondose.comFind us on Instagram @type1tracy or @correctiondoseThis content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diabetes management or treatment plan.
Transcribe →Why Am I High? (And Other Diabetes Mysteries)
May 1200:33:09Tap to summarizeHave you ever had the same meal twice with the same insulin dose and got a totally different result? We have. Sometimes diabetes just doesn't make any sense. The diabetes maths stops mathing, as the kids say. It's unbelievably frustrating! Fortunately, there is almost always an underlying cause or pattern that explains an unexpected blood sugar -- if you look hard enough. In this episode, we bring you the ultimate blood sugar troubleshooting guide so you can switch on diabetes detective mode whenever you need it and, hopefully, turn chaos into calm. We love it when listeners say hi. Drop us a text.Email cait@correctiondose.comVisit correctiondose.comFind us on Instagram @type1tracy or @correctiondoseThis content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diabetes management or treatment plan.
Transcribe →#039: Need surgery? What now?
May 500:21:40Tap to summarizeIf you're a type 1 diabetic, surgery comes with a few extra challenges. Fasting the night before. Relying on others to monitor your blood sugars while you're under anesthetic. Stress. New drugs. Sedentary recovery days. There's a lot to consider!Fortunately for us (unfortunately for her), Tracy recently took a spill on a cycling trip and landed up getting collar bone surgery. In this episode, she shares her top tips for preparing for and coping with an operation -- without letting your diabetes run totally wild. We love it when listeners say hi. Drop us a text.Email cait@correctiondose.comVisit correctiondose.comFind us on Instagram @type1tracy or @correctiondoseThis content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diabetes management or treatment plan.
Transcribe →#038: How to Fix a Hypo Fast (Without Stress or Highs)
Apr 2800:33:17Tap to summarizeWhen your blood sugar is low, it feels like you could you empty an all-you-can-eat buffet. You eat until the panic passes. And when your blood sugar eventually comes up, what follows is an exhausting roller-coaster of highs and lows. Every type one diabetic knows that feeling. But it is possible to correct lows without ruining the rest of your day. In fact, many lows can be resolved in just 15 minutes with minimal symptoms. In this episode Cait and Tracy discuss:Why over-treating lows is not worth it.The sugary snacks that make hypos worse.Taking charge of fear, panic, and confusion.Tips for staying safe when severely low.We love it when listeners say hi. Drop us a text.Email cait@correctiondose.comVisit correctiondose.comFind us on Instagram @type1tracy or @correctiondoseThis content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diabetes management or treatment plan.
Transcribe →#037: To pump or not to pump?
Apr 2100:33:09Tap to summarizeThis one is for the type ones on multiple daily injections. Ever thought about getting a pump? Not sure if it's right for you? We're right there with you. It's a big decision and there's so much to consider from lifestyle concerns to treatment goals and changing tech. Cait and Tracy take a deep dive into their own mixed feelings on pumps, including questions like:Will a pump improve your time in range?Can an HCL pump give you peace and freedom?The exciting future of insulin pumps.Site changes vs injections.How to think about the pump decision.We love it when listeners say hi. Drop us a text.Email cait@correctiondose.comVisit correctiondose.comFind us on Instagram @type1tracy or @correctiondoseThis content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diabetes management or treatment plan.
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