Choose Health

You are listening to Choose Health: Episode 12: The Menstrual Cycle and Type 1 Diabetes. Today on the episode I’m talking all about the female reproductive cycle, and how the changes in hormones can affect your type 1 diabetes management. It’s no surprise that hormones will affect our blood sugars, but how, when, and most importantly, why this happens every month still remains a mystery for many Type 1s. So listen to today’s episode to become better acquainted with the whole cycle, and more confident in managing the ups and downs of your Type 1 management. 

You are listening to Choose Health: Episode 11: Doctor Visits. Or, when to go see your doctor if you are ‘healthy’. It might come as a surprise to you, but there are a few reasons to go see your family doctor when you are feeling perfectly well. Do you know when you should book that appointment? Or why you would even have to see your GP? On today’s episode I’m going to review the most common reasons to see your family doctor, even when you don’t have a medical or health concern. So take note, and if you, like many adults, haven’t seen your doctor in years, listen up and take note.  

You are listening to Choose Health: Episode 10: The Science of Happiness. We all want to be happy, but what actually makes someone happy? What does the research show? What kind of life or income or career or habit matters most? Have you ever wondered why some people, who have so little, can seem incredibly happy, while others, with seemingly a lot, often find themselves stressed and unhappy? Do you sometimes fall into the latter category where you rationally know how fortunate you are for your opportunities but still find yourself unhappy with your life? Listen in today as I share some interesting research around what makes us happy. Although it may seem simple, there are a few sure fire ways to increase your happiness and I’ll be sharing them with you today. Enjoy! 

You are listening to Choose Health: Episode 9: Weight Management with Type 1 Diabetes. Have you ever wondered why it might be so hard to lose weight when you live with Type 1? Have you personally ever struggled to lean out or reach an ‘ideal’ weight? On today’s episode I want to talk about weight management with Type 1 Diabetes, and why, in many ways, the way we think about weight and insulin is all wrong. So keep listening for my take on the topic – and learn some strategies along the way to develop a healthy relationship with your weight, with food, and with insulin. As always, if you have any questions or comments be sure to reach out. I’m @SweetRunMD on social media, and I can also be contacted on my blog, at ironladyanne.wordpress.com. Hope you enjoy this week’s episode! 

You are listening to Choose Health: Episode 8: Triathlon Gear. In this episode I’m sharing some of the triathlon gear that you’ll need to get started in the sport. Although the sport is known to be an expensive one with many gear options, I also want to share some budget friendly ways for you to dip your toes in the water. After all, you don’t actually need a lot to swim, bike, and run. There are a few necessities and then there are all of the bells and whistles. Oh, also, if you missed episode 7 I talked all about training plans for triathlon so be sure to check it out. Today’s podcast episode is Part 2 of my triathlon training series. As you listen to this show or if you have any questions throughout the week, be sure to reach out on social media – I’m @ SweetRunMD, or leave a comment on my blog ironladyanne.wordpress.com. Ok, time to get right into that triathlon shopping list!