Living Well with Diabetes, Part 1: How Lifestyle, Nutrition and Balance can Transform Healthspan
What is diabetes, and why does the chance improve as we age? How a lot management do we actually have in terms of prevention, administration and long-term well being?
On this episode of Aging Forward, a podcast from Mayo Clinic, host Dr. Christina Chen, a geriatrician and internist at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, explores the science behind diabetes, ageing and longevity. She is joined by Laura Knudsen, a registered dietitian nutritionist and licensed diabetes care and training specialist with Mayo Clinic in Wisconsin.
Together, they break down the variations between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, clarify how insulin resistance develops over time, and talk about why muscle loss, weight adjustments and way of life habits play a significant position in diabetes danger as we age. The dialog additionally covers early warning indicators of prediabetes, why signs are sometimes neglected, and the way uncontrolled diabetes can have an effect on the center, nerves, kidneys and total high quality of life.
In this episode, you’ll be taught:
• What diabetes is and the way Type 1 and Type 2 differ
• Why diabetes turns into extra frequent with ageing
• Early indicators of insulin resistance and prediabetes
• How diabetes impacts long-term well being and independence
• Nutrition methods to cut back diabetes danger
• The position of greens, protein, fiber and hydration
• How beverage decisions affect blood sugar
• Practical, sustainable adjustments for diabetes prevention and administration
This episode presents clear, evidence-based steering for anybody trying to defend their well being, help wholesome ageing and cut back the chance of diabetes by way of diet and way of life.
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0:00 Welcome to Aging Forward: Diabetes Focus
0:58 Introducing Dietitian Laura Knutson and Role
1:26 Personal Story Behind Her Diabetes Specialization
2:29 What Diabetes Is and Key Types
3:51 How Aging Increases Insulin Resistance Risk
5:10 Subtle Warning Signs of Prediabetes Risk
7:33 Long-Term Complications of Uncontrolled High Glucose
10:33 Foundations of Nutrition for Diabetes Prevention
12:49 Choosing Better Beverages and Diet Sodas
15:06 First Nutrition Steps After Diabetes Diagnosis
17:26 Dispelling Diabetic Diet Myths and Labels
20:19 Using Portion Plates to Balance Meals
21:50 Mediterranean Protein Priorities and Plant Proteins
24:50 Planning Weekly Menus and Smart Grocery Trips
27:02 Closing Thoughts, Resources, and Part Two
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