Loving Diabetic with Safiyah Basir

Safiyah Basir
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Welcome to the Loving Diabetic Podcast! I'm Safiyah Basir, your host and a Type One Diabetic since the age of 7. As the American Diabetes Association Ambassador, my mission is to show that you can live a healthy, full, and limitless life with diabetes. With a consistently healthy Hemoglobin A1C range, currently at 5.8, I bring you insights, inspiration, and stories from my journey and from others who are thriving with diabetes. Join me, an author, Certified Health and Well Being Lifestyle Coach, and Certified Vegan Coach, as we explore what it means to live vibrantly with diabetes.

  1. 11/08/2024

    Loving Dentist: Dr. Katie Lee

    🎙️✨ NEW EPISODE ALERT! ✨🎙️ Welcome back to another exciting episode of Diabetic Loving! 🌟I recently had the incredible honor of chatting with the amazing Dr. Katie Lee dentist, speaker, and author of the groundbreaking book "Saved by the Mouth"! 🦷📚 We dived deep into how oral health is connected to diabetes and why the mouth-body connection™ matters for all of us. 💬💡 Dr. Lee shared powerful insights into how improving our oral health can positively affect overall health, from managing blood sugar levels 🩸 to reducing inflammation and promoting longevity. ✨💙 Dr. Lee also broke down practical tips on lifestyle, nutrition, and oral hygiene routines making wellness accessible for everyone, especially for those living with diabetes! 🌿🪥 It was an eye-opening conversation, and I couldn't be more grateful for her approach to holistic health that empowers each of us to take charge of our well-being. 🙏🏾💚 If you’ve ever wondered how a simple change in your oral care routine could lead to a healthier, fuller life, you won't want to miss this one! 🚀 📖 Get Dr. Katie Lee's book on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=saved+by+the+mouth+katie+lee 📖 👉🏾 Check out the new podcast episode on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/2QAk38S7RH4iePwPNyvwUB **Huge thank you to Dr. Katie Lee for sharing her expertise and for providing us with such a holistic approach to health! 🙌🏽👏🏿 Your knowledge is truly invaluable for those seeking to live a healthier, more vibrant life! 💖 #DiabeticLoving #SavedByTheMouth #OralHealthMatters #DiabetesAwareness #HolisticHealth #PodcastEpisode #HealthyLiving #MouthBodyConnection #WellnessJourney #DiabetesStrong #LivingLimitlessly #HealthySmileHealthyLife 🫶🏾🦷🌱🎧✨

    30 min

  2. 11/08/2024

    Loving Endocrinologist: Dr. Colleen Buggs-Saxton of Wayne Detroit Pediatrics

    🎙️ Just wrapped up an amazing podcast episode with Dr. Colleen Buggs-Saxton, a true community champion! As an endocrinologist at Wayne Pediatrics, Dr. Buggs work goes beyond medical care she and her team are dedicated to supporting families through seasonal coat drives, free diabetes screenings, and community focused events. 💪🏽🩺 When I asked her what inspired this level of involvement, she shared her passion for helping Detroit families thrive. Wayne Pediatrics' community programs, like coat drives and diabetes testing, are about more than providing healthcare; they're about meeting people where they are and creating access to essential resources. These initiatives make a real impact, helping families feel supported and empowered in their diabetes journey. 🌟 And we’re excited to invite you all to World Diabetes Day on November 9th! We’re partnering with Wayne Pediatrics to raise awareness through early diabetes screenings and education on preventing DKA. It’s going to be a day of family fun, food, and learning, all in the heart of Detroit. I’ll be speaking there and sharing my journey for National Diabetes Awareness Month! 📍 Location: Wayne Pediatrics, 400 Mack Avenue, Detroit, MI 📞 Contact: 313-448-9600 Tune in to hear more about Dr. Buggs-Saxton’s incredible journey and how her passion extends beyond her patients to her own diabetic German Shepherd, Jaz! 🐾💉 Her unique perspective as both a caregiver and a physician adds so much depth to her work in the diabetes community. Join the #DiabeticLoving family by following us on Instagram, YouTube, Spotify, and other streaming platforms. Let’s come together to DETECT, DELAY, and PREVENT DKA while building a healthier future for Detroit! 💙✨ #NationalDiabetesAwarenessMonth #WorldDiabetesDay #Detroit #WaynePediatrics #Omnipod #Dexcom #Type1Diabetes #Type2Diabetes #CommunityHealth #DiabeticLoving

    42 min

  3. 09/13/2024

    Loving Diabetic: Navigating Women's Cycles and Diabetes with Valeria Luong

    🎙️✨ Welcome to another exciting episode of Diabetic Loving! ✨🎙️ I'm your host, Safiyah Basir, proud to bring you insights on living a healthy and limitless life with diabetes. As someone who's managed to keep my Hemoglobin A1C between 5.8-5.4 for years, I'm thrilled to share my journey and introduce you to incredible guests who inspire and empower. Today, I'm beyond excited to welcome the amazing Valeria Luong ◡̈, a Women's Wellness Coach specializing in hormone harmony, type one diabetes, and overall women's wellness. 🌸🌿 Val, thank you for bringing your vibrant energy and wealth of knowledge to our podcast! In this episode, we'll dive deep into how a woman's cycle can affect diabetes management. Val's expertise in hormone harmony and cycle syncing offers invaluable insights that every woman living with diabetes should hear. For more resources from Val: ❀ Discover more about hormone harmony and type one diabetes at Needles & Spoons Health and Wellness. Details HERE ❀ Track your cycle with Val's favorite period tracking app. Link HERE ❀ Explore more about hormones and diabetes in Val's podcast episodes. Links HERE ❀ Recommended read: In the Flo by Alisa Vitti for cycle syncing. 📖 🔗 Stay Connected 🔗 To all who are listening or watching, we'd love to hear from you! Email your questions and episode suggestions to ⁠diabeticloving@gmail.com⁠. Follow us on Instagram @DiabeticLoving, and don't forget to subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, iTunes, and all streaming platforms. Let's make this podcast a truly engaging and supportive community! Thank you for tuning in, and remember, we can lead healthy, full, and limitless lives with diabetes! 🌟💙 #DiabeticLoving #Podcast #WomensWellness #TypeOneDiabetes #HormoneHarmony #CycleSyncing #HealthyLiving #Empowerment

    29 min

  4. 06/27/2024

    Loving Diabetics: Qiana Drew, Ivory Bennett and Community

    🎙️ Welcome to Diabetic Loving! 🎙️ Hello, everyone! I’m Safiyah Basir, your host for this inspiring podcast. I've been a type 1 diabetic since the age of 7, and I’m thrilled to share this journey with you as the American Diabetes Association Ambassador 🌟 ✨ About Me ✨ My Hemoglobin A1C has been consistently within an incredibly healthy range for several years, and my most recent A1C is 5.8. I've started this podcast to show everyone touched by diabetes that a healthy, full, and limitless life is possible. Remember, these are our opinions and not medical advice. 🎉 Today’s Episode 🎉 I’m thrilled to introduce our incredible guests, both type 1 diabetics who embody the spirit of our community. 🎤 Qiana Drew 🎤 Qiana is a powerhouse of talent and inspiration—she's a phenomenal singer, motivational speaker, and dedicated diabetes mentor. As the co-host of the Diabetes Empowerment Summit, she brings hope and encouragement to so many. Get ready to be inspired by Qiana's journey and insights! 🎓 Ivory Bennett 🎓 Ivory holds a Master of Education and is the Program Manager at Fostering Media Connections. With a wealth of knowledge and a heart full of dedication, Ivory is making a significant impact in the world of media and education. Stay tuned as we dive into her inspiring journey and the incredible work she's doing! 🔗 Stay Connected 🔗 To all who are listening or watching, I’d love to have a truly engaged podcast, so please email your questions and episode suggestions to me at diabeticloving@gmail.com. Instagram @DiabeticLoving Also, remember to subscribe to our Diabetic Loving Instagram page, YouTube, Spotify, iTunes, and all streaming channels. 📢 Diabetic Camps Information 📢 At the end of this episode, I’ll be sharing information about diabetic camps—stay tuned to learn about these fantastic opportunities for connection and growth! Thank you for watching and/or listening. I look forward to seeing you again soon. Until next time! 💙 Adult Camp https://www.connectedinmotion.ca/ Children's Camps https://diabetes.org/tools-resources/get-connected/camp/find-a-camp https://childrenwithdiabetes.com/diabetes-camps/ https://www.diabetescamps.org/find-a-camp/ https://camphomitakoda.org/ https://dys4kids.org/little-shots-day-camp-michigan/

    28 min

  5. 06/07/2024

    Loving Diabetic Nomad: Jason Robinson

    Welcome to Diabetic Loving! 🎙️✨ Hi everyone! I'm Safiyah Basir, back from a short podcast hiatus and thrilled to reconnect with you all! Living with type 1 diabetes since I was 7, I bring my experiences as an American Diabetes Ambassador and an Executive Leader for the Tour De Cure, happening this Saturday, June 8th, 2024 🚴‍♀️❤️. I’m excited to announce that I’ll be singing the anthem to kick off three of the rides, and I’d love for you to join the Diabetic Loving, Healthy Living Team. You can find the link to join below—we’d be delighted to have you on board! I’m proud to share that my Hemoglobin A1C levels have been in a remarkably healthy range for several years, consistently between 5.5 and 5.8 🌟. My latest A1C, taken a few months ago, was 5.8. I started this podcast to show everyone affected by diabetes that it’s entirely possible to live a healthy, vibrant, and boundless life with this condition. While I’m in school to become a physician's assistant specializing in endocrinology, I’ll be releasing new episodes periodically. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Jason Robinson, the author of "The Beginner Traveler's Guide to Going Nomad" and a type 1 diabetic who received his diagnosis as an adult 🌍📚. We’ll dive into his journey to becoming a nomad, his experience managing diabetes, and how the diabetic community has influenced his life. Stay tuned and join us for an inspiring conversation! 🎧💬 📬 I want this podcast to be a platform for engagement! Feel free to send your questions and episode ideas to diabeticloving@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram @DiabeticLoving. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, YouTube, Spotify, iTunes, and all major streaming platforms. 📱🎧 You'll find the links below for easy access. Stay tuned for weekly episodes filled with inspiration and practical tips to empower your diabetic journey. Let's embrace a life full of possibilities – because with diabetes, love and care go hand in hand. Subscribe, listen, and be part of the Diabetic Loving community! ❤️🩺🎉 Tour De Cure Diabetic Loving Team Link https://tour-diabetes.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.team&teamID=9298 Jason Robinson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thenomadexperiment/ Book Link https://www.thenomadexperiment.com/beginner-travelers-guide-going-nomad-book-jason-robinson/ #DiabeticLovingPodcast #ThrivingWithDiabetes #EmpowermentAndWellness #InspiringTales #DiabeticJourney #JoyOfBeautyBrand #SpecializedCare #DiabetesAwareness #LivingVibrantly #DiabeticCommunity #WellnessJourney #DiabeticEmpowerment #HealthAndInspiration #DiabeticLife #DiabetesSupport #DiabeticJourney #JoyfulLiving #DiabeticWellness #DiabetesAwareness #CommunitySupport #HealthJourney #WellnessTips #DiabetesAdvocacy #HealthPodcast #DiabetesCare #InspirationAndEmpowerment #SubscribeAndListen #DiabeticLovingCommunity

    28 min

  6. 08/17/2023

    Loving Diabetic Self Care: Joy Johnson Joy of Beauty CEO and Founder

    🎙️ Welcome to Diabetic Loving Podcast! I'm your host, Safiyah Basir, a lifelong type one diabetic 💉 with a passion for thriving despite the challenges. As an American Diabetes Ambassador and former Executive Leader of the Tour De Cure, I'm thrilled to bring you stories of empowerment and wellness. Join me every week as we uncover inspiring tales of living vibrantly with diabetes. 🌟 In this episode, I'm excited to introduce our guest, Joy Johnson – CEO and Founder of Joy of Beauty Brand. 🌼 Joy, a licensed manicurist and esthetician, has crafted a specialized body care line for diabetics and the immune-compromised, driven by her personal journey and her mother's battle with cancer. 🌸 We dive into: The origin of Joy's diabetic-friendly body care line 🧴 How her mother's cancer journey ignited her mission 🔥 Navigating challenges and developing unique formulations 📊 Joy's expertise in diabetic pedicures and tailored care 👣 ...and much more! 📬 I want this podcast to be a platform for engagement! Feel free to send your questions and episode ideas to diabeticloving@gmail.com or DM us on Instagram @DiabeticLoving. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, YouTube, Spotify, iTunes, and all major streaming platforms. 📱🎧 You'll find the links below for easy access. Stay tuned for weekly episodes filled with inspiration and practical tips to empower your diabetic journey. Let's embrace a life full of possibilities – because with diabetes, love and care go hand in hand. Subscribe, listen, and be part of the Diabetic Loving community! ❤️🩺🎉 #DiabeticLovingPodcast #ThrivingWithDiabetes #EmpowermentAndWellness #InspiringTales #DiabeticJourney #JoyOfBeautyBrand #SpecializedCare #DiabetesAwareness #LivingVibrantly #DiabeticCommunity #WellnessJourney #DiabeticEmpowerment #HealthAndInspiration #DiabeticLife #DiabetesSupport #DiabeticJourney #JoyfulLiving #DiabeticWellness #DiabetesAwareness #CommunitySupport #HealthJourney #WellnessTips #DiabetesAdvocacy #HealthPodcast #DiabetesCare #InspirationAndEmpowerment #SubscribeAndListen #DiabeticLovingCommunity https://www.instagram.com/diabeticloving/ https://open.spotify.com/show/5nlmFBdkysOvKOlDcI8jk2

    24 min

  7. 07/04/2023

    Loving Type One Diabetic going through Dialysis: Jalen King

    Get ready for an extraordinary journey filled with hope and inspiration, as we proudly present to you... Diabetic Loving! I'm Safiyah Basir, and I've been living with type one diabetes since I was just seven years old. As the American Diabetes Ambassador and an Executive Leader for the Tour De Cure, which took place on June 10th, 2023, I am thrilled to bring you this heartfelt podcast. Imagine, my Hemoglobin A1C has consistently remained in an astonishingly healthy range for several years, ranging between 5.7-5.4. Recently, my A1C clocked in at a solid 5.7. It is my mission to show all those affected by diabetes that you can lead a vibrant, boundless life while staying healthy. Each week, a brand new episode will be waiting for you each week, brimming with captivating stories and valuable insights. Diabetes is a multi-faceted journey, and today, we have the privilege of speaking with a truly remarkable individual, none other than Jalen King. Our paths crossed five years ago, around the time I discovered I was pregnant with my twin boys. Jalen has been living with diabetes since the tender age of eight and is currently undergoing dialysis. Together, Jalen and I will dive deep into his personal journey, as he shares his incredible wisdom and advice for all those touched by diabetes. Let's remember, though, that our discussions are based on personal experiences and opinions, and we always encourage consulting your healthcare team for medical advice. To make this podcast truly interactive and engaging, we invite you, our cherished listeners and viewers, to send in your questions and episode suggestions to diabeticloving@gmail.com. Your input is essential in creating content that speaks directly to your needs. Don't forget to subscribe to our vibrant Diabetic Loving Instagram page, as well as our captivating YouTube, Spotify, iTunes, and all the other streaming channels. You won't want to miss a single moment of our inspiring journey together. And mark your calendars, folks! The Diabetic Loving Monthly Zoom Meetup is an absolute must-attend event, happening like clockwork on the second Wednesday of every month at 5:30 pm est. Our next meetup is just around the corner on July 12th—so make sure to secure your spot by visiting the link ⁠https://www.eventbrite.com/e/diabetic-loving-healthy-living-monthly-meetup-tickets-623018133007?aff=ebdssbdestsearch⁠. Thank you for being a part of our wonderful community, whether you're watching or listening. I can't wait to connect with you again very soon. Until next time, let's keep the flame of hope burning bright in our hearts!

    20 min

  8. 06/25/2023

    Loving Type One Diabetic Psychologist: Mark Heyman PhD CDCES

    Welcome to Diabetic Loving, the podcast that will take you on an exhilarating journey like no other! I'm Safiyah Basir, your passionate host, and I am beyond excited to guide you through this extraordinary adventure. From the tender age of 7, I've battled type one diabetes, and now I'm here to share my firsthand experiences and knowledge with you. But wait, there's more! I'm also the esteemed American Diabetes Ambassador and recently led the charge as an Executive Leader in the exhilarating Tour De Cure that happened on June 10th. Picture this: my Hemoglobin A1C levels have consistently soared within a marvelously healthy range. For four remarkable years, they've danced between 5.7 and 5.4. And just a few months ago, my latest A1C reading was an astounding 5.7! Inspired by my triumphs and fueled by an unwavering determination, I embarked on this podcasting adventure. Diabetic Loving aims to unveil the awe-inspiring world of diabetes—prepare to be captivated by inspiring stories, expert advice, and invaluable insights. We're about to unlock new perspectives, unveil groundbreaking discoveries, and embrace limitless possibilities that await us. Today, we have a sensational guest joining us, none other than Mark Heyman—a type one diabetic, psychologist, and PHD- certified diabetes care and education specialist (CDCES) extraordinaire. Together, we'll delve into his extraordinary work and uncover new depths of knowledge. But before we dive in, a friendly reminder: while our podcast is a treasure trove of valuable information, it's important to remember that I am not a medical professional. Always consult your trusted care team for personalized guidance and unwavering support. Get ready to embark on a life-transforming journey with Diabetic Loving. Every week, we'll shatter limitations, challenge the status quo, and inspire you to lead a life that knows no bounds. Together, we will conquer diabetes and embrace our full potential. So lean back, relax, and brace yourself for this week's mind-blowing episode of Diabetic Loving! And hey, don't forget to hit that subscribe button on our Instagram page, YouTube, Spotify, iTunes, Amazon Podcast, and every other streaming platform out there. Thank you for being here and for joining us on this exhilarating ride. I can't wait to have you back for our next encounter. Until then, mark your calendars for the Diabetic Loving Monthly Zoom Meetup, happening like clockwork every second Wednesday of the month at 5:30 pm. The next meetup is just around the corner on July 12th—don't miss out! Visit the link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/diabetic-loving-healthy-living-monthly-meetup-tickets-623018133007?aff=ebdssbdestsearch to secure your spot. Together, let's conquer diabetes and embrace a life of boundless possibilities. See you soon!

    34 min
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Welcome to the Loving Diabetic Podcast! I'm Safiyah Basir, your host and a Type One Diabetic since the age of 7. As the American Diabetes Association Ambassador, my mission is to show that you can live a healthy, full, and limitless life with diabetes. With a consistently healthy Hemoglobin A1C range, currently at 5.8, I bring you insights, inspiration, and stories from my journey and from others who are thriving with diabetes. Join me, an author, Certified Health and Well Being Lifestyle Coach, and Certified Vegan Coach, as we explore what it means to live vibrantly with diabetes.

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