212 episodes
Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience Cyrus Khambatta, PhD & Robby Barbaro, MPH (both living with type 1 diabetes
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4.7 • 621 Ratings
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Welcome to the Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience, where we teach you how to sit in the driver’s seat of your diabetes health for the rest of your life. We’ll teach you how to reverse insulin resistance, achieve your ideal body weight, gain energy, and get your BEST A1c following almost 100 years of evidence-based research in the Mastering Diabetes Program.
Our program teaches you how to reverse prediabetes and type 2 diabetes, and how to simplify your life with type 1 diabetes by maximizing your insulin sensitivity using food as medicine.
We are on a bold mission to reverse insulin resistance in 1 million people. We’re glad to have you joining us.
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Holistic Pet Care and Diabetes Management: Health Strategies for Preventing Disease with Dr. Marlene Siegel
In this episode of the Mastering Diabetes audio experience, we delve into holistic veterinary care with Dr. Marlene Siegel, a leading expert in the field. Dr. Siegel discusses improving pet health through species-appropriate diets and the limitations of processed pet foods, advocating for the benefits of raw food diets.
The episode highlights the parallels between chronic diseases in humans and pets, addressing root causes such as deficiencies, toxicities, mitochondrial dysfunction, and trapped emotions. Moreover, Dr. Siegel provides insights on detoxification and structured water for long-term pet health.
The discussion underscores the broader themes of proper nutrition and lifestyle choices for both pets and humans. As the episode concludes, it emphasizes the importance of creativity, passion, and service in creating a better world.
Listeners are encouraged to leave reviews, explore additional resources, and stay tuned for future discussions on related health topics.
00:00 Introduction
02:54 Species-Appropriate Diets for Pets
04:33 Raw Food Diets for Cats and Dogs
07:04 Understanding Disease in Pets
08:33 The Importance of Species-Appropriate Diets
11:55 Dogs' and Cats' Dietary Needs
15:02 The Role of Raw Food in Pet Health
19:08 Challenges with Processed Pet Foods
37:10 The Rise of Raw Food Companies
44:55 Proactive Health for Pets
46:13 Understanding Pet Health and Longevity
52:48 Chronic Diseases in Pets
59:31 Reversing Diabetes in Pets
01:08:43 The Role of Water in Pet Health
01:14:46 Final Thoughts and Takeaways
For more information, visit:
https://www.holistichealingvet.com
Www.drmarlenesiegel.com
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Transformative Journeys: Conquering Sugar Addiction and Embracing Plant-Based Living with Michelle Davis
In this episode of the Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience, hosts Kylie and Lauren interview Michelle Davis, BA CHC CPT and coach from the Mastering Diabetes team.
Michelle shares her transformative journey towards a plant-based lifestyle and improved health after struggling with being overweight and sugar addiction. She delves into the significance of insulin resistance, adopting evidence-based nutrition, and the benefits of resistance training and muscle building, particularly for women in their 60s.
The conversation revolves around how educating oneself about nutrient density and caloric intake can significantly reduce cravings and support sustainable healthy living.
Michelle’s personal experiences and certifications are highlighted, including her co-authored book Never Be Fat Again and her contributions to the Mastering Diabetes and Mastering Weight Loss programs. The episode is enriched with motivational insights and practical approaches for those dealing with prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, and general health challenges.
00:00 Introduction
01:20 Meet Michelle Davis: A Journey to Health
16:19 The Importance of Exercise
21:02 Finding Motivation and Balance
26:54 The Pleasure Trap and Sugar Addiction
32:49 Legitimate Treats vs. Cheats
37:39 The Role of Gut Microbiome
43:17 Conclusion and Future Topics
The Pleasure Trap https://www.healthpromoting.com/store/book/pleasure-trap
Never Be Fat Again https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Never-Be-Fat-Again/Raymond-Francis/9780757305313
Dr. Stacy Sims https://www.drstacysims.com/ -
Optimizing Thyroid Health and Managing Diabetes with Dr. Soham Patel MD, FACE, DipABLM
In this episode of the Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience, Cyrus interviews Dr. Soham Patel, a triple board-certified endocrinologist, to discuss strategies for optimizing thyroid health, particularly in relation to diabetes management.
Key topics include the impact of diet, lifestyle, and environmental factors on thyroid function, with practical dietary recommendations such as eliminating dairy, adopting non-GMO and organic gluten products, and maintaining vitamin D levels. The risks associated with weight-loss medications like Ozempic are also covered.
The episode emphasizes using a whole food, plant-based diet to improve insulin sensitivity and thyroid function. Additionally, the importance of in-person diabetes consultations, resources available on the Mastering Diabetes website, and the benefits of joining their coaching program are highlighted.
00:00 Introduction
01:34 Meet Dr. Soham Patel: A Plant-Based Endocrinologist
03:34 Environmental and Dietary Factors Affecting Thyroid Health
23:09 The Role of Mercury in Thyroid Dysfunction
30:58 The Impact of Gluten and Soy on Thyroid Health
39:59 Reversing Hashimoto's Hypothyroidism: Timing and Strategies
46:13 Understanding T4 to T3 Conversion
49:23 Desiccated Thyroid Medications
52:15 Ozempic and Thyroid Cancer Risk
59:04 Impact of Thyroid on Blood Glucose
01:00:58 Symptoms of Hypothyroidism
01:03:52 Diagnosing and Optimizing Thyroid Levels
01:07:16 Dietary Recommendations for Thyroid Health
01:12:08 Cruciferous Vegetables and Thyroid Health
01:15:16 Final Thoughts and Resources
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Mark Ramirez's Journey to Reversing Diabetes and Achieving Optimal Health
In this episode of the Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience, Kylie and Lauren introduce their guest, Marc Ramirez, a plant-based coach and former University of Michigan football player.
Marc shares his inspiring journey of reversing type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, psoriasis, obesity, and heartburn through a low-fat, whole-food, plant-based lifestyle. He also discusses how his family's struggle with diabetes motivated him to adopt healthier eating habits and how these changes transformed his health.
Marc emphasizes the importance of diet in managing diabetes and encourages listeners to try this lifestyle to see significant improvements in their health. Throughout the discussion, Marc highlights the role of proper nutrition, the benefits of plant-based eating, and the importance of taking control of one's health.
The episode wraps up with a call to action for listeners to try a 21-day plant-based challenge and share their progress.
00:00 Introduction
03:14 Mark's Health Journey
05:03 The Turning Point: Adopting a Plant-Based Lifestyle
10:08 Family History and Lifestyle Factors
15:18 The Impact of a Plant-Based Diet
24:40 Resources and Support for a Plant-Based Lifestyle
33:26 Family Arguments Over Food Choices
36:01 Reflecting on Football and Diet
36:44 The Misconception About Protein
42:04 The Importance of Mental Health
50:49 The Journey to Diabetes Remission
55:01 Encouragement and Final Thoughts -
Finding Joy in Fitness: Diabetes Management, Mental Health, and Active Longevity
In this episode of the Mastering Diabetes podcast hosted by Kylie and Lauren, the conversation delves into the holistic benefits of fitness. They are joined by Cyrus, who shares his inspiring experience of managing insulin resistance through a plant-based diet and the joy of physical activity.
The episode highlights the importance of enjoying exercise, breaking away from the 'gym bro' stereotype, and recognizing the mental health benefits of staying active. The hosts also address men’s health, stigma, and personalized fitness approaches that encourage consistency.
Additionally, they discuss the potential of fitness to enhance mental, digestive, and metabolic health, reduce aging, and inspire competitive fitness aspirations at any age. Listeners are encouraged to find enjoyable activities to begin their fitness journey and to challenge themselves by exploring new physical activities.
The episode concludes with reflections on overcoming fear related to chronic illness and the empowering role of self-awareness in maintaining a sustainable, active lifestyle.
00:00 Introduction
01:14 Fitness and Overcoming Gym Stereotypes
05:14 Cyrus's Plant-Based Diet Journey
10:04 Finding Joy in Fitness
17:19 Overcoming Pain and Injury
31:21 Commitment to Long-Term Fitness
35:35 Pickleball: A Sport for All Ages
42:06 Overcoming Depression Through Fitness
43:38 The Power of Plant-Based Nutrition
53:26 Rebellious Spirit Against Diabetes
01:01:46 Fitness and Longevity
01:07:50 Homework: Find Your Fun in Fitness
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Amplifying Impact: Effective Altruism for a Vegan Lifestyle with Robert Cheeke
In this episode of the Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience, the host discusses effective altruism and impactful veganism with Robert Cheeke, an expert in plant-based nutrition.
They delve into Robert's newest book, The Impactful Vegan, which explores how individuals can reduce animal suffering significantly by adopting plant-based habits and making strategic donations to effective animal charities.
Listeners are introduced to the concept of having an 'impact bucket' to donate a percentage of their income to amplify their impact. Robert also emphasizes the importance of small changes in lifestyle and contributions to repel animal cruelty, simplifies the misconceptions around veganism, and shares the stories and impactful strategies from his book.
The conversation underscores that impactful altruism is accessible to everyone, not just committed vegans, aiming to inspire listeners to extend their compassionate actions beyond personal health benefits to wider global and environmental implications.
00:00 Introduction
02:31 Effective Altruism and Animal Welfare
05:25 Robert Cheek's New Book: The Impactful Vegan
09:45 The Philosophy of Effective Altruism
25:55 Challenges in Changing Eating Habits
30:03 Personal Struggles and Veganism
36:31 Global Perspective on Altruism
38:45 Overcoming Personal Biases
42:30 Maximizing Impact with Donations
48:22 The Power of Data-Driven Decisions
53:18 Conclusion and Book Information
Customer Reviews
A must for people with diabetes and or who are at risk
It’s hard to find Information that is indeed evidenced based, addresses the root cause and embraces a practical food as medicine approach. Cyrus and Robbie do such a great job chunking down the science in a very relatable way. They also do a mastering job of using that science to give you a clear cut guide on what to do and how to do it. It’s not complicated. It’s true type 2 diabetes has a cure and many diabetics are finding out, pharmaceutical therapy is not the only pathway to living better right now. Read the book. You decide. Warning: if you start making dietary changes, work what your provider to ensure your medication use is supervised as your body starts to heal. Credible. Actionable. Backed by science. It’s time to empower people to take control of healthspan/ thank you
What a gift!
Love this team. All of you are so inspiring. I have many friends and acquaintances who have Type I or Type 2 diabetes and all of them, so far as I know are on Keto or SAD cholesterol diets. I became plant based in 2016 to lower cholesterol and, as a result, have become a totally new healthy, happy person. I am pretty much alone in my passion so it’s enjoyable to listen to podcasts such as yours. Thank you so much.
Get Cyrus, Robby, and Science back
I used to love this. We want information about diabetes and science, not personal stories and bantering back and forth. I recommended to a client and she was turned off from the Mastering Diabetes program as a whole until I redirected her to a YouTube of Cyrus and Robby.