Best Pam Durant Podcasts (2024)

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Rising Above Diabetes: Conquering the Greatest Adventures and Challenges, with Milly Larmer 53:48

6M ago53:48

53:48

Are you ready to be inspired? In this episode of Dialogue: The Diapoint Podcast, Pam speaks with Milly Larmer from Gulf For Good where you'll get an inside look at her journey as a person living with diabetes. From conquering mountains to taking on other physical challenges all around the world, nothing is stopping her! Tune in to hear how she’s br…

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Olive Oil: The Foundation Of The Mediterranean Diet, with Yonca Tokbaş and Ayşen Gilroy 1:06:22

7M ago1:06:22

1:06:22

In this episode of Dia-Logue: The Diapoint Podcast, Pam speaks with Yonca Tokbaş and Ayşen Gilroy about the foundation of the Mediterranean diet, olive oil. They discuss everything from harvesting to production, storage, and how to use it. Ayşen Gilroy is a passionate olive oil entrepreneur with a profound love for the Aegean Region's liquid gold. …

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Diabetes Drugs For Weight Loss: A Guide To Healthy Choices, with Ali Hashemi 52:37

7M ago52:37

52:37

In this episode, we'll dive into the thought-provoking, controversial world of using diabetes drugs for weight loss. It all started when Dr. Oz, an American talk show host, introduced Ozempic, a medication designed for diabetes management, to the world back in 2021 as a solution for weight loss. Since then it has become very popular. The promise of…

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Type 1 Diabetes, Parents and Caretakers: Understanding and Coping With the Trauma of Diagnosis 1:04:15

7M ago1:04:15

1:04:15

Join Pam for this very important episode of Dia-Logue: The Diapoint Podcast as she speaks with Farah Dahabi, a Clinical Social Worker and Director at LightHouse Arabia who specializes in grief, trauma, and health psychology. During their discussion, they unpack the trauma a parent goes through when their child is diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. Far…

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The Importance of Diabetes Advocacy, Addressing Stigma and The Language We Use With Renza Scibilia 53:49

7M ago53:49

53:49

Today, Pam speaks with Renza Scibilia, a renowned diabetes advocate. Renza is a leader who has been using her voice to make significant strides in addressing stigma and improving the language used when discussing diabetes. Don’t miss this discussion and chance to learn more from one of the world’s leading diabetes advocates as we explore The Import…

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Exercise with Type 1 Diabetes, with Ginger Vieira 56:40

8M ago56:40

56:40

Join us as we speak with Ginger Vieira about her new book, Exercise with Type 1 Diabetes. She shares so many insights to how insulin works in the body and how exercise effects our blood sugar. We also talk about the use of CGMs in people without diabetes, and she shares a little insight into the use of Ozempic in people who have Type 1 Diabetes. Gi…

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A New Season of Health, Wellness and Diabetes – Welcome to Season 5 of Dia-Logue with Pam Durant 7:31

8M ago7:31

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Welcome to Season 5 of Dia-logue: The Diapoint Podcast! As the summer winds down and we find ourselves in the season of renewal, it's the perfect time to reflect and reset our goals—especially as we like to think of September as 'the new January.' This season, we have an incredible lineup of guests from the worlds of health, wellness, and diabetes,…

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Gratitude, Exciting Updates, and Summer Wellness Tips 5:27

11M ago5:27

5:27

It's the Season 4 Finale of Dia-logue: The Diapoint Podcast! We have so much gratitude to our incredible guests and dedicated listeners. We truly extend our heartfelt appreciation to those who have contributed to the success of the podcast. As we bid farewell to Season 4, we take a moment to focus on your well-being. In the spirit of summer, Pam pr…

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Understanding Food And Nutrition Label Basics 22:09

12M ago22:09

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Do you ever look at a food label and think WOW there's so much information! Well today, Pam is going to break it down to make it easier to understand food labels! Even though the labels are filled with informative tidbits, they can sometimes be confusing and feel overwhelming. To help you out, this episode will teach you how to read nutritional fac…

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Pushing Beyond Limits: A Dialogue With Phil Southerland 57:49

1y ago57:49

57:49

Phil Southerland always says, "Diabetes only chooses the champions." In this episode, Pam has the pleasure of speaking with a true champion, Phil Southerland, founder of Team Novo and Supersapiens. He shares his journey with Type 1 Diabetes and how he's uses his experience to constantly help others and raise the bar of what is possible. From his ea…

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Decluttering, Connection and Diabetes Camp 20:51

1y ago20:51

20:51

Pam shares what she's been up to the last few weeks, her move, the importance of decluttering, some insights on connection and how to go about that in the age of social media overdrive. And, she announces our exciting news - the Diapoint - Type 1 Diabetes Family Camp is coming! Get on the list now to be the first to know the details and take our pr…

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Diabetes Treatments: An Overview Of The Latest Advances With Gary Scheiner 53:43

1y ago53:43

53:43

Diabetes technology and treatment is forever changing. It moves so fast it can be difficult to keep up with. In this episode, Gary Scheiner is back on the podcast to share some of the latest improvements in diabetes devices that are currently on the market, and some new ones that will be available soon. Gary and Pam also discuss Artificial Intellig…

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Lifestyle Medicine: The Foundation For A Long, Healthy Life 51:30

1y ago51:30

51:30

At Diapoint, we talk a lot about Lifestyle Medicine and its importance in diabetes management and general health. But with all the sudden online focus, you might be a little skeptical about its usefulness. In this episode, we clear up all doubts and speak with Aarti Javari-Mehta, M.D. a Board Certified Internal Medicine Specialist who uses Lifestyl…

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How To Travel With Diabetes 23:21

1y ago23:21

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Diabetes doesn't have to hold you back from traveling the world. A lot of people with diabetes are afraid to travel because they don't know how they'll be able to take care of their diabetes while on the go. Diabetes requires preparation, care and patience - and traveling magnifies this. But with a little preparation, it can be done. In this episod…

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My Son's Diabetes Wisdom: Reflections From a Teen Living With Type 1 Diabetes 34:17

1y ago34:17

34:17

Pam's son Erin was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes when he was 20 months old. He has been living with diabetes for pretty much his whole life. In this episode of Dia-Logue: The Diapoint Podcast, Erin talks with Pam about his thoughts and insights on diabetes and how he copes with some of the challenges being a teen living with diabetes. While diabet…

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Diabetes Questions:The Most Common Questions People Ask 17:32

1y ago17:32

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Diabetes is a common condition that affects millions of people all over the world, yet it is so misunderstood. In this episode of Dia-Logue: The Diapoint Podcast, Pam answers some of the most common questions about diabetes. If you have diabetes or know someone who does, this episode will give you more insight into the condition and how to deal wit…

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Diabetes and Ramadan: Can People With Diabetes Fast During Ramadan? 39:01

1y ago39:01

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Join us on Dia-Logue: The Diapoint Podcast, for this rebooted episode on diabetes, fasting and Ramadan. During the Holy month of Ramadan, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset. This means abstaining from all food and drink, including water. For Muslims who have diabetes, this can be a tricky situation. Some advise against it, but if done with the rig…

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Doing What You Love Without Limits: An Interview With Alexander Zverev 24:43

1y ago24:43

24:43

In this episode of Dia-Logue: The Diapoint Podcast, Pam interviews professional tennis player, Alexander Zverev, about life, enjoying challenges, and diabetes. We learn about Alexander's journey with diabetes, and the Alexander Zverev Foundation which he created to inspire children with Type 1 Diabetes and their caretakers while supporting those wh…

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What Is A Diabetes Health Coach? 24:24

1y ago24:24

24:24

Coaching, at any level and for any endeavor, exists to support and challenge you. No matter who is being coached, or for what purpose, a successful coaching engagement must support and challenge a person. A health coach is a professional who helps people manage, set goals and improve their health. A diabetes health coach is no different. They are h…

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Co Chocolat: Truly, healthy chocolate: An Interview With Iman Suguitan 53:45

1+ y ago53:45

53:45

Co Chocolat was founded in Dubai by two sisters, Iman and Luchie Suguitan. They struggled to find healthy chocolates despite their many travels. Together, with their mother who was 68 at the time and is experiencing diabetes, they traveled to the beautiful island of Mindanao, Philippines to learn more about cacao. It was there that they learned how…

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How To Deal With Diabetes Burnout: An Interview With Ginger Vieira 57:22

1+ y ago57:22

57:22

Pam welcomes Ginger Vieira, the author of of several books, to this episode of Dia-Logue: The Diapoint Podcast. Ginger and Pam discuss how to prepare for and manage diabetes burnout when it happens. They cover some of the wisdom from Ginger's book, Dealing with Diabetes Burnout. Ginger's other books include Pregnancy with Type 1 Diabetes, Your Diab…

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Motherhood, Caretaking and Diabetes - A Conversation With Zeina Hashem Beck 1:05:55

1+ y ago1:05:55

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In this episode, Pam digs into the supportive world of motherhood and caretaking with the award winning poet, Zeina Hashem Beck. As the mother of a child living with Type 1 Diabetes, Zeina shares her perspective on how the matriarchy helped her after her daughter's diagnosis. She also reveals what it has been like for her family after relocating fr…

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New Year, New Noise! Healthy Does Not Mean Unaccessible And Over Priced 24:02

1+ y ago24:02

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New Year, New Noise! The new year is full of messages and advertisements that you should hate yourself or your life. Don't! Goal-setting on January 1st is not necessary! Sometimes it's not even fun! Your first mission for this year is to love the person you were last year and do healthy things that are available to you – and most of them free – to …

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CGMs and the Importance of Community: A Look Back at Season 3 of Dia-Logue: The Diapoint Podcast 22:20

1+ y ago22:20

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In the Season 3 finale of Dia-Logue: The Diapoint Podcast, Pam does a brief recap of 2022. Pam shares some tips and her lifestyle pillars for staying healthy during this holiday season. Learn Pam's personal experience of how she uses these pillars to stay healthy during a time of overwhelm. She revisits the discussion on Continuous Glucose Monitors…

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Don't Believe Everything You See: How Social Media Can Damage Your Health 1:06:51

1+ y ago1:06:51

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In this episode of Dia-Logue: The Diapoint Podcast, Pam and Diapoint’s Digital Marketing Manager, Toqaa Gad, discuss health and social media. The internet is an amazing resource for information, but it can also be dangerous if you don't know what’s true and reliable. Particularly, content shared on social media. There is a lot to be learned from so…

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Diabetes in Zimbabwe: Overcoming Challenges and Dreaming Big 46:53

1+ y ago46:53

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In this episode, Pam speaks with Tinotenda Dzikiti, a passionate advocate and person living with Type 1 Diabetes, who she recently met at the International Society of Pediatric and Adolescent Diabetes (ISPAD). Tino shares his experience and insights into living with diabetes in Zimbabwe and Africa, and how he supports so many others facing the same…

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Carb Counting Beyond The Basics: How To Manage Post Meal Glucose Spikes & Insulin Resistance With Gary Scheiner 44:47

1+ y ago44:47

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After eating, how do you manage your insulin dose for the best results? Listen in as Gary Scheiner MS, CDCES talks about all things that affect blood sugar and insulin resistance and some of the science behind it. Gary, Author of How To Think Like A Pancreas, and five other books about diabetes joins Pam for a discussion about Carb Counting Beyond …

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The Importance of Community Support In Diabetes Management 29:52

1+ y ago29:52

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In this episode, Pam speaks with Abdulla Al Hashidi who has been living with Type 1 Diabetes for 13 years. Abdulla, an advocate who lives in Abu Dhabi, shares the power of community and how that can be supportive for people living with diabetes. Abdulla also emphasizes the importance of medical advice and that there is no one size fits all when it …

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Making Connections Through Sports and Adventure: The Technology That Encourages Us To Be More Active 54:34

1+ y ago54:34

54:34

With so many apps out there, it's hard to know which ones are useful, have high quality trainers, instructors and coaches, or aligned with our lifestyles. Enter Dudi. In this episode, Pam interviews Hasan Wehbi, the CEO of the Dudi app. The Dudi app is a new era of social sports experiences: indoor, outdoor, air and sea. DUDI simplifies the process…

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Diabetes Awareness Month: ISAPD 2022 Reflections and November Intentions 18:07

1+ y ago18:07

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The month of November is all about diabetes awareness. In this solo episode Pam highlights some of her experiences at the ISPAD 2022 meeting in Abu Dhabi as well as some upcoming initiatives at Diapoint. The theme for Diabetes Awareness Month is Access. Our initiatives and work supports people in getting access to information and supplies, and enco…

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Managing Blood Sugar: Beyond Diabetes Basics with Gary Scheiner 54:47

1+ y ago54:47

54:47

Today Gary Scheiner MS, CDCES, Author of Think Like A Pancreas, and five other books about diabetes, joins Pam for a discussion about managing blood sugar. Pam and Gary discuss: The effects of stress, multi-tasking, medication and more on blood glucose levels The importance of vitamin D How different types of activities and exercise can make blood …

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Curing Chronic Conditions And Saving Lives. Al Jalila Foundation: A Beacon of Hope for the UAE and the Arab Region 51:21

1+ y ago51:21

51:21

In this epsisode, Pam speaks with Rashed Al Mohtadi, who leads the partnerships and sustainability team at Al Jalila Foundation as they raise funds and awareness for the foundation's programs and initiatives. During this very important conversation we learn more about the programs and initiatives at Al Jalila Foundation, the importance of health an…

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Continuous Glucose Monitors: Should People Without Diabetes Use CGMs? 49:36

1+ y ago49:36

49:36

Are Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) helpful for people without diabetes? This is a question that has been debated for a while now. With the rise in popularity of CGMs, people without diabetes find themselves at the center of this debate. In this episode of Dia-Logue: The Diapoint Podcast, we take a look at the other side of the story. In part 3 …

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Continuous Glucose Monitors: I Don't Have Diabetes. Do I Need A CGM? 52:47

1+ y ago52:47

52:47

In this episode of Dia-Logue: The Diapoint Podcast, we continue our discussion about Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) use in people without diabetes. In part 2 of this conversation, we speak with the team from GluCare Health, a diabetes clinic based in Dubai, UAE. Dr. Yousef Said, a specialist in Internal Medicine and Diabetology, and Ihsan Almar…

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Continuous Glucose Monitors: Are CGMs Necessary For People Without Diabetes? 1:09:52

1+ y ago1:09:52

1:09:52

Are continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) meant for people without diabetes? In this episode, we explore the pros and cons of using CGMs for those with and without diabetes. We are joined by, Michael Matafonov, a person living with Type 1 Diabetes and Dr. Nandu Thalange, a very well established pediatric endocrinologist based in Dubai to start the deb…

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Raising a child with Type 1 Diabetes 1:00:20

1+ y ago1:00:20

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In this episode of Dia-Logue: The Diapoint Podcast, Diapoint's Digital Marketing Manager Toqaa Gad interviews Founder Pam Durant about her life as a mother of a child with Type 1 Diabetes. Hear from Pam about raising her son with T1D and how she finds the balance between parenting, staying healthy, running two businesses, advocating for others with…

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Resetting Your Health and Diabetes Goals After Summer 26:36

1+ y ago26:36

26:36

Summer's over, but that doesn't mean your health journey is. In this first episode of the new season of Dia-Logue: The Diapoint Podcast, we discuss how you can reset your health goals for the rest of the year. Listen in for post-summer tips on getting healthy, resetting your health and diabetes goals, and more! Pam also shares her tips about how to…

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Summer Health Goals, Mindful Eating, Plus A Brand New Program! 16:02

2y ago16:02

16:02

In this episode, Pam reviews all the wonderful guests and discussions in Season 2. She also shares more about her new Free Master Class, Mindful Eating Program and how we might use the upcoming summer break to make a fresh start. Sign up now for the FREE Eat Mindfully and Lose Weight Master Class for Thursday, 26 May 2022. Didn't listen to this epi…

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Children's Nutrition: Plant-Based Whole Foods in the Fight Against Childhood Obesity and Diet-Related Illness 54:48

2y ago54:48

54:48

When it comes to children's health, one of the most important things is making sure they're getting enough of the right nutrients. However, with the prevalence of junk food and unhealthy snacks, it can be difficult to ensure that kids are getting the nourishment they need. That's where Sprout comes in. Founded by Oz Erbas Soydaner, a biochemist and…

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Overcoming Obstacles: From Type 1 Diabetes Diagnosis To Successful Fitness Professional 57:45

2y ago57:45

57:45

Imagine you are a carefree child and you suddenly learn that you have a chronic condition that will require you to take medication and test your blood sugar levels for the rest of your life. That is what happened to Michael Matafonov when he was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 8. It was a lot to handle, but he got through it with the h…

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Diabetes in Pakistan: Living the Sweet Life, with Meethi Zindagi 52:45

2y ago52:45

52:45

Join us for this very special discussion with the founders of Meethi Zindagi. Meethi Zindagi is a community-centric organization in Pakistan. Their philosophy recognizes that people with diabetes are the key stakeholders in their own wellbeing. Meethi Zindagi focusses on the five key areas of insulin support, education, peer support, awareness and …

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Pain-Free Glucose Testing For Diabetes Is Here 46:28

2y ago46:28

46:28

We talk to the inventor of the Genteel Lancing Device, and the President of Genteel LLC, Dr Chris Jacobs. This broad discussion spans the history of diabetes, the research and development that goes into diabetes innovation, even the psychology of pain! In early 2006, Dr Jacob's friend, who has Type 2 diabetes, called to say he was at his “wit’s end…

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The Health Gate App: Powerful Technology To Help You Take Control Of Your Health 40:47

2y ago40:47

40:47

In this episode, Pam interviews Dr. Sana Qamar Medical Affairs and Patient Centricity Manager for The HealthGate app from AstraZeneca. Dr. Qamar takes us through the app and how it can be used to support people with chronic conditions, including diabetes. Health Gate is packed with powerful technology and also facilitates generation of real world e…

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Mindful Eating: The Key to Radical Shifts in Your Health 20:12

2y ago20:12

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Are you present with your meals? Or do you tend to eat while your mind is occupied with TV, social media, book, work... everywhere BUT your food? In this episode of Dia-Logue: The Diapoint Podcast, Pam Durant shares her insights about mindful eating, including: What does it mean to eat mindfully? What are the benefits of mindful eating? How can we …

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Fad Diets And Diabetes: Everything You Need to Know About Dieting 52:16

2y ago52:16

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After the world went on lockdown in 2020, and Diapoint had to postpone its face to face Family Picnic, we immediately started looking for solutions to continue to education, inform and bring people together. So we went virtual! As part of our Diapoint Virtual Diabetes Series, we interviewed Zeina Younes, a Diabetes Clinical Dietician Specialist. We…

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Diabetes Basics: The Most Common Questions Asked About Diabetes 22:12

2y ago22:12

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In this episode, Pam Durant discusses some common myths as well the most common questions people ask about diabetes like: What exactly is diabetes. How is it diagnosed, and what are the different types? What is the best diet for people with diabetes? The relationship between diabetes and weight, lifestyle, exercise, and more! Join the Diapoint mail…

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Diabetes and Diabulimia: A Candid Discussion About Diabetes, Insulin and Eating Disorders 1:10:59

2y ago1:10:59

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CONTENT WARNING: This contains discussions around eating disorders that some listeners may find confronting or distressing. Please use your judgment if you choose to listen, and discontinue if the content upsets you. If you need support to manage an eating disorder and you're not sure where to find help, please reach out to us and we will send you …

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Diabetes and Ramadan: Can People With Diabetes Fast During Ramadan? 37:35

2y ago37:35

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During the Holy month of Ramadan, Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset. This means abstaining from all food and drink, including water. For Muslims who have diabetes, this can be a tricky situation. Some advise against it, but if done with the right preparation, care and support, it can be done. Join us as Dr. Yousef Said covers the basics and answe…

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Diabetes and Anorexia: A Candid Discussion 43:33

2y ago43:33

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In this episode, Pam speaks with Christelle Haddad, also known as The Butter Queen DXB, about diabetes, anorexia, food and her low carb dessert business. Please note that this episode contains discussions about anorexia and eating disorders. If this could be triggering for you, please feel free to skip this episode. If you are in need of support fo…

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Childhood Diabetes: Teaching Kids to Make Healthy Choices, with Pediatric Endocrinologist Dr Elham Al Amiri 52:17

2y ago52:17

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In this episode, Pam speaks with Dr. Elham Amiri about all Type1 and Type2 Diabetes as well as Childhood Nutrition and how to navigate parenting and teach your children to make healthy choices in a world of fast and processed food. Join the Diapoint mailing list for exclusive insights, offers and diabetes wisdom. Visit the D-Shop where we offer bea…

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