Thrivabetic: Thriving with Diabetes
Why does your blood sugar have to spike to 300 after sitting at 50 for what felt like an eternity? And why are people still asking if you ate too much sugar when you were diagnosed? Is it really possible to thrive with such a physically and mentally draining disease? Kate, a 27 year old with Type 1 Diabetes since 10 years old, discusses her highs and lows living with a chronic illness. Along with this, she sits down with a variety of guests that give insight on topics such as mental health, traveling, exercise, diet, and life's big moments with diabetes.
Thrivabetic: Thriving with Diabetes
Diabulimia and Eating Disorders with Natalie @typebalanced_ (re-release)
TRIGGER WARNING: Discussion of eating disorders.
This week I am joined by Natalie, a recovered diabulimic and Eating Disorder Recovery Mentor. Natalie shares her story of living with diabulimia for almost a decade and we dive into the details of how it affects the mind and body, signs and symptoms to look out for, and how to get help.
To join Natalie's free support group on Facebook click here and find more diabulimia resources here. Follow Natalie on Instagram @typebalanced_.
This is my last episode for the foreseeable future as I will be moving across the country and settling into my new space. Thank you to everyone who listened, provided feedback, and supported me throughout this. For updates, follow me on Instagram @thrivabetic.
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