Reclaim Your Rise: Type 1 Diabetes with Lauren Bongiorno

159. Your Oral Health Might Be the Missing Link to a Lower A1C Feb 18, 2025

We brought an expert in for this episode, Dr. Katie Lee, dentist and author of Saved by the Mouth, to tell us everything we need to know about the connection between oral health and diabetes. Dr. Lee breaks down how conditions like Type 1 diabetes can lead to issues like gum disease, dry mouth, and slower healing due to a heightened inflammatory response. We also explore how blood sugar fluctuations—both highs and lows—can affect your mouth, promoting plaque buildup and increasing the risk of infections. Beyond just oral health, Dr. Lee reveals the surprising gut-mouth-brain link, showing how inflammation in the mouth can impact brain function, and what you can do to level up your oral health. There aren’t enough dentists making these critical connections, so EVERY person living with T1D needs to hear this episode!

Quick Takeaways:

Oral health has a bigger impact on our overall health, wellness, and longevity than most of us even know
Why taking care of our teeth and mouth is so important for lowering inflammation in our body
The connection between diabetes & dental health
How blood sugar fluctuations—both highs and lows—can affect your mouth, promoting plaque buildup and increasing the risk of infections
A dentist’s take on current oral health trends: do's and don'ts

Time Stamps:

[00:00] The traumatic event that led Katie to her career path
[09:13] The power of the mouth-body connection
[15:20] Implications of gum inflammation and diabetes
[17:14] A closer look at cavities
[20:25] “Dentists are not making the connection.”
[22:58] Hyperglycemia vs. hypoglycemia: How they impact your oral health
[27:00] What to do when your blood sugar goes low after you brush your teeth (the million dollar question)
[31:21] Reducing inflammation: 2 most important things to do
[35:00] How often you should be seeing your dentist
[39:43] Oral health trends: do’s and dont’s
[46:47] Find out where to hear more from Dr. Lee

Have you heard any of this information from your dentist before? If not, it’s time to start making these crucial connections! Let us know what experts you’d love to hear from next, and be sure to share this episode with anyone who could benefit from this game-changing knowledge.

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Dr. Lee’s #1 recommendation to improve your dental health: Using salivary testing to discover inflammatory genes and bacteria-- https://portal.access-genetics.com/agenetics/login/RemoteOrder.do?orgOid=27626#nb-button
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158. How a T1D Was Forced to Fight for Insulin During Her Post-Op Hospital Stay Feb 11, 2025

Today we are hearing from Laurie Smith, a 2022 graduate from Risely’s T1D group coaching program. Laurie shares the harrowing details of her experience being hospitalized after brain surgery, from the hospitals' rigid insulin dosing protocols that ignored her personal needs, to her struggle for the proper care and advocacy in a system that wasn’t equipped to understand the nuances of T1D. This conversation highlights the critical importance of T1D education for healthcare professionals and the need for more advocacy within hospital settings. Her experience is a powerful reminder that when it comes to chronic conditions, there is no "one-size-fits-all" approach—and patients must be empowered to advocate for themselves. If you’re living with T1D or know someone who is, this episode is a must-listen.

Quick Takeaways:

The importance of T1D education for ALL healthcare professionals
Advocating for yourself and your diabetes in a hospital setting
How to prepare for surgery and/or a hospital stay as a T1D
What rigid hospital protocols can look like for people with type 1 diabetes
Advice for somebody who feels overwhelmed by the prospect of managing their diabetes during a hospital stay

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction & the years Laurie spent being improperly diagnosed
[03:15] Why she was in the hospital to begin with
[07:25] Blood sugar management pre and post-surgery
[17:02] The mind-blowing confession she received from her nurses
[18:20] Fighting for proper care: “This is not acceptable… I am my own life support system right now.”
[23:35] Advice for somebody who finds themselves in a situation where they have to advocate for themselves with healthcare professionals
[31:45] Changes that need to be made in hospitals approach to T1D care

Have you had a similar experience to Laurie? Share your story with us by sending us a DM on Instagram (@riselyhealth)

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157. EDKA: The Diabetes Danger That Can Strike Without Warning Feb 04, 2025

In this eye-opening episode, we dive into a critical yet often overlooked complication of diabetes: Euglycemic Diabetic Ketoacidosis (EDKA). Despite having normal blood sugars, EDKA can still lead to life-threatening ketoacidosis, and it’s rarely discussed in the diabetes community. Join us as Belle Krueger, social media coordinator at Risely and creator of KruegersplusT1D, shares her personal experience with EDKA, the challenges she faced in getting diagnosed, and what both patients and healthcare providers need to understand about this hidden danger.

Quick Takeaways:

Understanding what Euglycemic Diabetic Ketoacidosis (EDKA) is
Tips for dealing with EDKA & a personal experience with it
How to advocate for yourself in a hospital setting
What both patients and healthcare providers need to understand about this hidden danger
Signs & symptoms to watch out for

Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction and Bellé’s background living in a family with 6 diabetics
03:32] Start of the EDKA journey & personal experience
[07:15] The challenges she faced in getting treatment
[11:28] Comparing multiple experiences with EDKA
[20:51] Bellé’s experience in seeking T1D care in the emergency room (you won’t believe what happened)
[27:43] What both patients and healthcare providers need to understand about EDKA
[30:35] Signs & symptoms of Euglycemic Diabetic Ketoacidosis

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Tune into the Krueger’s first feature on the pod– Episode #24: The Krueger Sisters on Life in a Family with 6 T1D Siblings
See more from Bellé & the fam: Click here
Learn more about EDKA: Pub Med study

156. Behind the Scenes with T1D Kelsey Bascom: Switching to a Pump and Creating Quarter Jan 28, 2025

In today’s episode, we’re excited to chat with Kelsey Bascom, a writer, actress, and passionate T1D advocate who spoke at our Rising Above T1D event in New York City last November. Kelsey is the creator and star of Quarter, an independent coming-of-age film about a 25-year-old woman navigating life with diabetes.

Kelsey opens up about her journey, including speaking up about living with diabetes, her diagnosis story, and her transition to diabetes technology. She shares advice for those considering tech options and explains why she chose Omnipod. We dive into the creative process behind Quarter, discuss the importance of representation in media, and how authentic storytelling can inspire change. This episode is full of valuable insights and inspiration—don’t miss it!

Time Stamps:

03:29 Speaking Up About Having Diabetes

06:43 The Impact of Diabetes on Life Choices and the Beginning Years of Diagnosis

12:17 Her Transition to Diabetes Technology

20:17 Advice for Those Considering Diabetes Tech

26:04 Creating 'Quarter': A Unique Film Experience

31:17 The Importance of Representation in Media

What to do now:

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Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

155. Glucose Goddess, Organic Olivia, and Arrae: Are These Supplements Effective for T1Ds? Jan 21, 2025

Risely coach and registered dietitian Elisabeth DiDonato is back again to open up a BIG can of worms: metabolic supplements. Should we take them? Do they really help with T1D? What do we look for? In this conversation, we specifically look at the supplements currently on the market for blood sugar control. Elisabeth breaks down the typical ingredients in popular brands, the difference between liquid or capsule form, the truth about apple cider vinegar, and we even tackle the controversial debate about cinnamon!

Time Stamps:

01:59 Elizabeth’s background

03:34 The Purpose of Supplements and Do They Really Help?

08:13 “Supplement Trends Are Like Fashion”

09:17 What is Metabolic Health?

09:58 Who are the Supplement Brands Mostly Targeting?

11:41 The Ingredients in Blood Sugar Supplements

16:00 Apple Cider Vinegar

16:54 Liquid or Capsule?

19:00 Cinnamon

21:60 Supplements for Type 1 vs Type 2 Diabetes

25:19 Third-Party Testing and What to Look for in Supplements

29:44 Lauren and Elizabeth’s PSAs

What to do now:

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Check out the Men’s Health study referenced in today’s episode: The Effect of Cinnamon Supplementation on Hemoglobin A1c in Patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
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Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

154. The Hardest Part of Being Diagnosed with T1D Later in Life Jan 14, 2025

In today’s episode, I’m joined by DCB graduate Barbara Nichols who was met with a shocking Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis in her retirement years. Barb is candid about her initial resentment towards diabetes education and how she just wanted to be told what to do which led to codependency on medical staff. Barb talks about how Risely filled a major gap for her in building self-reliance, as well as the vital role of having “diabuddies” to travel and do life with, including her adventures with the Diabetes Travelers Network.

Time Stamps:

01:43 Reclaiming Her Rise

03:17 Barb’s Retirement Diagnosis

06:01 “Fumbling Through”

08:12 “Is this what having diabetes means?”

10:17 What Was the Hardest Thing About Being Diagnosed Later in Life?

11:39 The Red Tent for Diabetes

12:52 Resentment and Outsourcing Responsibility vs. Being in the Drivers Seat

15:55 Diabetes Travelers Network

18:49 Diabuddies: Focusing on Community vs. Problems

21:36 What gap did Risely fill?

26:50 How She Found Balance

29:29 Educational Empowerment and Self Reliance

32:21 Barb’s Advice

34:56 Her Personal Goals Now That DCB is Over

What to do now:

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Doors are open for the January 2025 round of our signature group coaching program. Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

153. How I’m Advocating for My T1D Birth Plan as a High-Risk Patient Jan 09, 2025

In today’s episode, I’m sharing my third-trimester update, including how my insulin sensitivity has shifted during this time and the steps I’m taking to prepare for the hospital, labor, and delivery.

I’ve chosen to open up about my birth plan because, whether you share similar preferences or have a completely different approach, advocacy is such an important part of the process. I’ll talk about how I’ve been navigating conversations with my high-risk team and the hospital staff to stay aligned with my vision, even when their suggestions differ from my plan.

Birth plans are deeply personal, and I know not everyone will agree with all of my thoughts. But I believe it’s worth sharing my journey openly, especially when it comes to induction and other big decisions.

My hope is that this episode inspires you to trust your body, advocate for what feels right, and feel empowered in your own decisions—whatever they may be.

Time Stamps:

04:12 My Blood Sugar Management in 3rd Trimester - why it’s been easier

11:40 My Birth Plan, Intuition, and to Induce or Not

25:44 Advocating for Your Birth Choices

31:27 Three Notes from My Birth Plan and Reflections

What to do now:

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Doors are open for the January 2025 round of our signature group coaching program. Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

152. Atomic Habits for T1D: How to Create Sustainable Systems to reach your goals Jan 07, 2025

Happy New Year! In this first episode of 2025, Abby and I hope to not just motivate you, but ground you in your goals with strategic systems. New Years can feel very loud with all the talk of resolutions, so we are breaking down a favorite book, Atomic Habits, with practical tips and systems that actually stick. By the end of this episode, you’ll feel excited to approach 2025 with smart, sustainable changes to start implementing right away, let go of chasing outcomes, and know how to bounce back when you get off course!

Time Stamps:

04:20 On “Atomic Habits” the Book, Habit Formation, and Systems Over Goals for Sustainability

07:55 Identity Change vs. Focusing On Outcomes

19:18 The Four Laws of Atomic Habits: Practical Applications for Type 1 Diabetes

25:00 Temptation Bundling

28:45 Lowering the Barrier to Action

28:56 Outsourcing

29:17 The Importance of Starting Small

29:25 Avoidance and Its Consequences

31:39: Making It Easy: Building Momentum

33:33: Tracking Progress and Immediate Rewards

35:41: Reclaiming Habits After Setbacks

38:50: The Role of Systems in Managing Diabetes

41:43: The Power of Social Influence on Habits

What to do now:

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Doors are open for the January 2025 round of our signature group coaching program. Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

151. Closing 2024 with Clarity + Preparing for 2025: A T1D's Guide Dec 17, 2024

In this final episode of 2024, I’m taking you through my annual reflective journaling process to close out the year and set intentions for 2025. I’ll guide you through five prompts, help you choose a word of the year, and go over three core principles for living with diabetes. We also cover a self-assessment with eight pillars of well-being. By the end of this episode, you’ll feel encouraged to take responsibility for your well-being and make 2025 one for the books!

Time Stamps:

05:25 On Journaling
07:21 Prompt 1: Energy Creators and Drainers
11:03 Prompt 2: Greatest Hits and Misses
15:13 Prompt 3: Beliefs
19:10 Prompt 4: Lessons Learned
21:14 Prompt 5: Self-Report: 8 Pillars
23:00 Choosing a Word
26:45 3 Core Principles for Living With Diabetes
36:15 Getting Through the Blocks Together

What to do now:

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Doors are open for the January 2025 round of our signature group coaching program. Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve.
Get involved with Tk Type 1 foundation for families HERE.
Check out the world's smallest, durable automated insulin delivery system, the Tandem Mobi HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

150. Parenting and Partnership: Working Through Your Child's T1D Diagnosis Together Dec 10, 2024

Sit down with me and the Mallia family as they share their journey with their daughter’s Type 1 diagnosis at the age of four. From navigating diagnosis at such a young age, to creating TK Type1, a foundation supporting families like theirs both financially and educationally, we discuss building confidence in kids with diabetes, fostering open communication with your spouse (even when you don’t always agree), managing dietary choices, and empowering independence in your child with diabetes. This episode is packed is a heartfelt guide for families moving through life with diabetes.

Time Stamps:

01:14 Introducing the Mallia Family's Journey to Risely
06:13 Navigating the First Hospital Experience
12:20 A Family Affair
15:27 The Birth of a Foundation
18:14 The Ripple Effect of Support: Risely Partners with TK Type1
20:43 Kids Growth in Confidence with Diabetes
23:40 Communication as Parents
25:21 Navigating Dietary Choices for Kids with Diabetes
31:04 Kaylee's Growing Independence in Diabetes Management
35:56 Sleepovers
41:58 Advice for Parents of Newly Diagnosed Children
46:05 Dreams for TK Type1

What to do now:

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Doors are open for the January 2025 round of our signature group coaching program. Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve.
Get involved with Tk Type 1 HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other

149. Misconceptions About the iLet Bionic Pancreas: It's Not Just for 'Train Wrecks' Dec 03, 2024

In this episode, Joe Solowiejczyk—diabetes nurse educator, family therapist, and type 1 diabetes advocate for 63 years—shares his transformative experience with the iLet bionic pancreas. Joe opens up about how this groundbreaking technology has given him a glimpse of life without the relentless demands of diabetes management. He describes the mental relief and emotional distance the device provides, explaining how it’s reshaped his day-to-day life. Joe addresses common misconceptions, highlighting that the iLet isn’t solely for those facing management challenges—it’s for anyone looking to ease the daily demands of diabetes care. He also explores how the device can empower families, particularly teenagers, by fostering confidence and self-efficacy in managing diabetes together. Whether you're a person with diabetes, a parent, or a healthcare professional, this conversation will change the way you think about diabetes technology and self-care.

Time Stamps:

03:01 Joe's Diagnosis and Early Experiences with Diabetes
06:55 The Impact of Family Dynamics on Diabetes Management
12:39 Understanding Family Support and Its Role in Diabetes
18:00 Operating as a Family: The Role of Parents in Managing a Child's Diabetes
20:52 The iLet Bionic Pancreas: A Game Changer
26:50 Daily Life Before & After the iLet Bionic Pancreas
31:37 What the iLet Looks Like
35:00 Whe the iLet is Best For
34:11 The Impact of Technology on Diabetes Care
36:11 Empowering Youth with Diabetes
38:50 Ownership and Acceptance in Diabetes Management
43:28 Understanding Patient Perspectives on New Technology and the Adaptation Curve
48:57 The Balance of Knowledge and Letting Go of Control
50:32 Having Patience in Change, Redefining Perfection, and Surrendering

What to do now:

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Doors are open for the January 2025 round of our signature group coaching program. Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve.
Find out if the iLet Bionic Pancreas is right for you: https://bit.ly/iLetReclaimYourRise

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

148. What you're probably not doing with your insulin pump with Dr. Laurel Messer Nov 26, 2024

Join me as I chat with Dr. Laurel Messer, Tandem’s Senior Director of Medical Affairs, who brings 20+ years of experience in diabetes care, education, and research. 75% of clients coming to Risely are already using automated insulin delivery systems, which shows us that technology doesn’t necessarily solve all of our problems living with T1D, right? Today’s conversation with Dr. Messer offers insights on why users love Mobi, how to overcome barriers of use to Control IQ technology, what critical mindset shift is needed with automated insulin delivery, plus how to optimize technology and break old, unhelpful habits. With a deep understanding of patient care and technology, Dr. Messer offers a glimpse into the future of diabetes innovation that you can start being a part of now!

Time Stamps:

(03:58) “I was a nurse first - nurses bear witness to the human experience”
(06:25) What Surprised Her the Most About People Living with Diabetes
(08:26) Her Role at Tandem
(09:47) Control IQ Technology
(11:20) User Feedback on Mobi Wearability, Ease of Use, and Control IQ
(15:54) Tandem’s Development of Mobi and Overcoming Barriers to Using Tech
(17:51) Shifting Mindsets on Automated Insulin Delivery
(21:50) Optimizing the Technology and Knowing Your Body’s Patterns
(26:08) How Old Habits Block Tech Optimization
(31:09) Who is a Good Candidate for Automated Insulin Delivery Systems?
(35:05) Where is Tandem and Technology Going?

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.
Doors are open for the January 2025 round of our signature group coaching program. Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve.
Check out the world's smallest, durable automated insulin delivery system, the Tandem Mobi HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

147. Overcoming Diabetes Trauma Nov 19, 2024

After a traumatic pump recall and malfunction, today’s guest and 2024 Risely graduate, Emily Hawkinson, shares how she overcame her debilitating fear of lows and technology failures. From the time she would carry jugs of juice wherever she went to discovering sustainable diabetes management, Emily gets real about what living with trauma was like. She shares how, after 25 years of living with type 1, finding community and coaching helped her finally reclaim hope, freedom, and confidence.

Time Stamps:

(03:43) The Turning Point
(06:22) Traumatic Pump Malfunction and the Psychological Impact
(11:10) Navigating Conversations with Her Endocrinologist
(14:11) The Role of Fear in Daily Life
(17:24) Community and Vulnerability in Diabetes Management
(20:25) Finding Hope and Empowerment Instead of Shame
(30:51) Integrating Mind and Body in Coaching
(34:08) Sustainable Management and Overcoming Perfectionism
(41:10) Rewire Your Brain for Success
(47:45) Overcoming 35 and Miracles of Transformation

What to do now:

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Doors are open for the January 2025 round of our signature group coaching program. Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

146. Reclaiming Diabetes Care: An Endocrine Nurse Practitioner’s Vision for Healthcare Reform Nov 12, 2024

Today, we're diving into the intersection of diabetes and the healthcare system with an incredible guest – Natalie Bellini, who brings over 50 years of lived experience with type 1 diabetes and expertise from the forefront of diabetes care. As an Endocrine Nurse Practitioner, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), and Program Director for Diabetes Technology at University Hospitals in Cleveland, Natalie is also the host of Diabetes Dialogue: Technology, Therapeutics, & Real-World Perspectives. Throughout her career, she has been a trailblazer in advancing diabetes care, publishing studies on topics like GLP-1s and groundbreaking diabetes technology, and speaking nationally and globally to advocate for the community. In this episode, we discuss key issues in the doctor-patient relationship and what needs to change, the role of technology in improving outcomes when patients are empowered with education, the challenges many people with type 1 diabetes face, and the critical importance of early screening for type 1.

Time Stamps:

(02:58) "Diabetes kind of found me, I didn't find it."
(03:30) The Evolution of Natalie’s Career
(05:57) Being Diagnosed 50+ Years Ago & the Technological Advances Made Since
(12:50) How the Education Around T1D and the Complications Have Changed
(14:00) Balancing Patient Care with Healthcare System Demands & The Growing Crisis of T1D Misdiagnosis with Adults.
(16:00) Emotional and Psychological Aspects of Diabetes Management
(16:41) Barriers to Effective Diabetes Management
(19:54) “You should never say you’re fine when you walk into an endo’s office.”
(20:25) Why So Many T1Ds Are Still Struggling (With or Without Technology)
(32:00) The Importance of Addressing Emotions in Diabetes Management
(34:55) The Truth About AID
(40:26) The Importance of Early Detection
(41:00) “In the US, they are recommending first-degree relatives be screened and people aren’t doing a great job of it because we need to educate the right people.”
(42:26) The Science of Understanding Antibodies
(52:49) Finding the Support You Deserve

What to do now:

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Doors are open for the January 2025 round of our signature group coaching program. Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve.
Be ready to treat very low blood sugar with Gvoke HypoPen® (glucagon injection). To find out more, go to GvokeGlucagon.com/Risely

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Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

145. Embracing The Chaos Lottery: Sarah Stewart Holland on Parenting a Child with T1D Nov 05, 2024

Named by Apple podcast’s Best Shows of 2021, today’s guest, Sarah Stewart Holland, is a mom, author, speaker, and podcaster of Pantsuit Politics. In today’s conversation, Abby sits down with Sarah to share her family’s journey with Type 1 Diabetes through her son Felix’s diagnosis at the age of seven. Coining the term “The Chaos Lottery,” Sarah talks about her positive mindset approach to living with T1D, along with the impact diabetes has had on Felix’s siblings, how they travel to places like Japan with low anxiety, keeping a healthy relationship to CGM technology, delegating tasks as parents of a child with T1D, preventing diabetes from taking over your relationship with your child, and the one thing she wishes she could look back and tell herself at the onset of diagnosis.

Time Stamps:

(03:40) Coining “The Chaos Lottery”
(06:46) Diabetes Impact on Siblings
(09:15) Traveling With Your Child Who Has T1D
(13:04) Projecting Anxiety Onto Your Kids
(14:17) The Reality of Parenting
(17:53) How She Manages Her Fear & Anxiety as Mom of a Child with T1D
(22:25) Navigating Diagnosis
(24:37) Understanding Food Management
(28:00) Technology is a Blessing and a Curse
(31:16) Communication and Delegation as Parents
(36:18) Maintaining a Healthy Parent-Child Relationship
(38:17) “If you could look back and tell yourself something at diagnosis, what would it be?”

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.
Be ready to treat very low blood sugar with Gvoke HypoPen® (glucagon injection). To find out more, go to GvokeGlucagon.com/Risely

See Important Safety Information: https://www.gvokeglucagon.com/#important-safety-information

See Full Prescribing Information: https://bit.ly/3baHqAO

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

144. T1D Pregnancy: My Second Trimester Recap Oct 29, 2024

I’m back for my second-trimester update. This recap includes the FULL spectrum of feelings that have happened over the last 12 weeks - including both the beautiful moments like starting to feel the baby kick and a traumatic flooding experience that completely knocked me and my husband off our feet. I’ll share the whole crazy story while also discussing the impact of trauma on my health, managing insulin resistance during pregnancy, why I got coaching support, what adjustments I needed to make, pump tech during pregnancy, and two tips from my second trimester along with a play-by-play of my doctor’s appointments as we prep for the third trimester and nesting!

Time Stamps:

(04:40) Croatian Summer Heat, Blood Sugar, and Stress
(07:26) Disaster on a Sunday Night
(12:53) The Impact of Trauma on My Health, Sleep, and Food Intake
(13:55) Managing Insulin Resistance and Blood Sugars During Pregnancy
(17:31) “I realized I need a coach” and Making Adjustments
(23:16) Insulin, Pump, and Tech During Pregnancy
(24:30) Doctor’s Appointments and Baby Growth
(26:38) Two Tips From My Second Trimester
(28:50) The Beautiful Moments from My Second Trimester
(29:23) Prepping for the Third Trimester and Nesting

What to do now:

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Last chance! The event of the year for reclaiming life with type one diabetes is BACK November 1st. For the first time ever, this is a live hybrid event—both virtual and in-person. Register here for Rising Above T1D 2024.
Access our Pregnancy + T1D Workshop on demand HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

143. T1D and Your Nervous System: A Neuroscience Approach to Emotional Regulation Oct 22, 2024

In this week’s episode, we take a deep dive into nervous system regulation with world-renowned thought leader Dr. Brooke Weinstein. We explore the intersection of emotional regulation and living with type one diabetes. Dr. Brooke weighs in on how stress and trauma affect those with T1D. We also discuss masking emotions, avoidance tendencies, re-wiring your brain to form different responses, and what steps you can take to stop people-pleasing and live more authentically.

Time Stamps:

(05:02) Brooke’s Journey
(10:33) Understanding Psychological vs. Neurological Health
(12:28) Emotional Dysregulation for Everyday Life (not just extremes)
(16:53) The Impact of Type 1 Diabetes on Emotional Health
(22:36) Tools for Managing Blood Sugar and Emotions
(31:47) Rewiring the Brain for Self-Care instead of People Pleasing, Fear, and Procrastination
(46:10) The Concept of Masking and Its Impact
(50:38) Releasing Perfectionism and Embracing Authenticity

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.
The event of the year for reclaiming life with type one diabetes is BACK. For the first time ever, this is a live hybrid event—both virtual and in-person. Register here for Rising Above T1D 2024.
Find Dr. Brooke on her website or on IG.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

142. ADHD + T1D: How to Hack Your Neurodivergent Brain Oct 15, 2024

In this week’s episode, we’re focusing on focus, pun intended! Joining me is Risely Coach Megan Baumley, who also works outside of Risely as a speech-language pathologist. Between 4-5% of adults in the US are believed to have Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, and yet fewer than 20% of them are diagnosed and treated, with women often going undiagnosed. In today’s episode, Coach Meg shares practical tips for how to use your unique executive function strengths to support our T1D management. Abby and Meg also discuss topics like the nervous system, repurposing time, offloading, task initiation, and the benefits of working with a coach as a T1D with ADHD.

Time Stamps:

(03:51) Statistics on ADHD Diagnosis
(05:23) Impact of ADHD and Working Memory
(08:01) “How can you use your executive function strengths in your T1D management?”
(10:45) Daily Type 1 Diabetes Management Challenges
(13:33) “Repurposing Time”
(15:21) Offloading Information
(18:14) Importance Vs. Interest-Based Nervous Systems
(22:42) Practical Tips for Simplifying Type 1 Infrastructure
(26:49) Importance of Support and Accountability
(29:28) The Benefits of Coaching to Help Manage T1D + ADHD
(32:30) Meg’s Main Takeaways

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.
The event of the year for reclaiming life with type one diabetes is BACK. For the first time ever, this is a live hybrid event—both virtual and in-person. Register here for Rising Above T1D 2024.
Check out our book recommendations from the episode: “How to ADHD” by Jessica McCabe and "Extra Focus" by Jesse J. Anderson.
How To Get Diagnosed With ADHD: 7 Steps for Adults To Get an Accurate Evaluation https://add.org/how-to-get-diagnosed-with-adhd/

141. How Diabetes Made NBA Player Gary Forbes a Better Athlete Oct 08, 2024

On today’s episode, I’m joined by former NBA player and dad, Gary Forbes. Having grown up in a family of professional athletes, Gary immediately leaned on his dad, who also has diabetes, for encouragement. In this conversation, Gary talks about his journey with using a CGM, how he conquered his fear of needles, the challenges of managing diabetes with basketball, and why he believes T1D has made him a stronger athlete. He also candidly discusses his approach to break chronic health stigmas in sports and how he learned to become more transparent in the NBA about his condition.

Time Stamps:

(02:17) “What phase of diabetes are you in on your journey?”
(05:15) Pushing Against Stigma of Diabetes Diagnosis “I chose to go plan A and plan A was to make plan A work”
(07:18) The Influence of Gary’s Father
(08:34) Olympic Family History and Athletic Background
(10:12) The Relationship to Diabetes and How You Approach Challenges
(14:07) How He Worked Through Fear of Needles
(19:35) “Diabetes made me a better athlete”
(20:51) Learning & Adapting to Diabetes Management
(22:34) Managing T1D as an Athlete: “I’m managing this so I can achieve this”
(28:07) Transparency and Breaking Stigmas in Sports
(38:20) Sole Survivors

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.
The event of the year for reclaiming life with type one diabetes is BACK. For the first time ever, this is a live hybrid event—both virtual and in-person. Register here for Rising Above T1D 2024.
Follow Gary on IG @garyforbes_ and check out his work to help children with health challenges to boost their self esteem @thesolesurvivors

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

140. How an Unexpected T1D Diagnosis Transformed Keary Cheney’s Motherhood Journey Oct 01, 2024

Joining me today is Keary Cheney, a mama of four and the host of Spill The T1D Podcast with a wild, inspiring story that will have you on the edge of your seat! She tells her diagnosis story that started in Africa and landed her in a coma. Keary shares the anxiety and steep learning curve that came with adjusting after her shocking diagnosis. We talk about her adoption journey, how diabetes has shaped her and her daughter’s relationship, diabetes education overseas, her T1D pregnancy, and how she’s using her experiences to support other families.
Time Stamps:

(03:58) Running the NYC Marathon
(06:04) Her Relationship to Training and Being An Example To Her Daughter
(08:38) Africa, Coma, and Her Diagnosis
(13:21) “I’m super healthy, I can’t get diabetes”
(15:44) “I had no perspective on what having T1D meant”
(17:16) Adopting Her Daughter From Uganda Who Has T1D
(20:53) Managing Diabetes Overseas
(23:25) The Sonia Nabeta Foundation for Diabetes Education and Support
(26:24) “I knew everything I was doing, she was watching”
(29:52) “If she can live with joy with Type 1, then I can too”
(31:28) The Decision to Have Their Own Baby
(39:40) The Differences in Her Pregnancies with T1D
(48:49) Home Birth
(54:53) Her Anchor

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.
The event of the year for reclaiming life with type one diabetes is BACK. For the first time ever, this is a live hybrid event—both virtual and in-person. Register here for Rising Above T1D 2024.
Check out Keary and her podcast on Instagram @graceandsalt + @spilltheT1D.
You can support children in Africa living with T1D by donating to the Sonia Nabeta Foundation for diabetes education and clinics.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

139. What’s Often Overlooked About T1D: Self-Worth, Internal Dialogue, and the Unconscious Patterns That Are Sabotaging Your Efforts Sep 24, 2024

Joining me today is the newest member of the Risely coaching team, Meghan Higgins. Meghan, a registered nurse, graduated from our group coaching program and became a certified health coach to help others with T1D. In today’s episode, she shares how she never thought she’d get off the blood sugar roller coaster and how she didn’t realize how certain things she was doing were preventing her from seeing the outcomes she desired. Diabetes felt all-consuming and like she was never going to get it right, but through coaching, she lowered her A1C to 6.3, boosted her time and range to 75%, learned to tackle out-of-routine meals, ran a marathon, and now lives with so much more freedom and confidence.

Time Stamps:

(04:03) “How’s your blood sugar today?”
(05:54) Reclaiming Her Rise in a Triathlon
(09:44) Diagnosed at 16 and Roller Coaster Beginnings
(12:41) The Journey To Lower Her A1C
(15:11) The Common Fear of Low Blood Sugar
(17:11) “This disease just sucks… I didn’t realize there was another school of thought.”
(20:04) Struggling Out of Routine and Struggling To Stay Present with T1D
(24:27) Meghan’s Turning Point
(32:55) Her Coaching Outcomes
(38:37) A Community Element
(43:25) Balancing Caring For Others and Caring For Yourself
(46:27) Health Coaching to Compliment Health Care’s Shortcomings
(50:55) Self-Reflection: “Ask yourself WHY a million times a day”

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.
Doors are open for our Fall 2024 Group Coaching Program for women with T1D. Apply now and talk to our team.
The event of the year for reclaiming life with type one diabetes is BACK. For the first time ever, this is a live hybrid event—both virtual and in-person. Register here for Rising Above T1D 2024.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

138. Everything You Want to Know About Diabetic Alert Dogs Sep 17, 2024

Today’s episode answers all of your questions about diabetic alert dogs. Our guest, Annie from Medi-Dogs, is here to tell us about how diabetic alert dogs actually work, what they’re smelling for, and how reliable they are. Annie also shares how training works, no matter if the dog is raised to be one or is a dog you already own. She goes over the timeline and which breeds excel in training. Three of our Risely clients have trained their diabetic alert dogs with Annie, so we are thrilled to have her in the show to educate all of us!

Time Stamps:

(02:24) Annie’s Journey to Creating Medi-Dogs
(07:54) How Diabetic Alert Dogs Help With Type 1 Diabetes
(11:00) What Are the Dogs Smelling For?
(13:10) How Reliable Are Diabetic Alert Dogs?
(15:23) Alerting to Other People’s Blood Sugar Levels
(17:35) Training Diabetes Alert Dogs with or without a Vest
(19:15) The Deep Bond Between Handlers and Diabetes Alert Dogs
(23:37) Addressing the Stigma
(30:02) Training Existing Dogs
(32:46) Breeds That Excel in Training
(36:28) Timeline of Training

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.
Doors are open for our Fall 2024 Group Coaching Program for women with T1D. Apply now and talk to our team.
Learn more about Annie and Medi-Dogs.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

137. Breaking the Mindset of "I'm not good at diabetes" Sep 10, 2024

Today’s guest and Risely graduate, Emma, who was diagnosed with T1D when she was four years old, shares her experience growing up with diabetes in the UK and her journey to finally finding support. She spent years in the “I’m not good at diabetes” mindset, but through coaching, she finally changed her relationship with food, pattern management, and self-care. She learned her patterns and strategies that work and stopped using her A1C as her primary source of feedback. Emma's story is an inspiring reminder that nothing changes if nothing changes, but it's never too late to reclaim the life you deserve.

Time Stamps:

(01:42) Being Diagnosed at Age Four
(02:46) Growing Up With T1D in the UK
(04:03) What Led Her to Risely
(06:48) “I’m not being a good diabetic” mindset
(08:13) What Her Dysfunctional Relationship to Food Looked Like Daily
(10:33) Looking For Small Opportunities to Shift
(15:49) Pattern Management Before & After Coaching
(18:45) The Strengths She’s Built From Diabetes Management
(22:10) Balancing & Carving Out Space As a Mom
(24:10) Two Months Out From Coaching Review

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.
Doors are open for our Fall 2024 Group Coaching Program for women with T1D. Apply now and talk to our team.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

136. 'You’re special but not THAT special:' the surprising shift that helped this T1D lower her A1C from 8.9 to 6.3 Sep 03, 2024

Diagnosed at age ten, today’s guest Hannah Holcomb, spent 20 years feeling like she was the problem. After so many attempts to get unstuck with her diabetes, Hannah felt like it must just be HER diabetes and her body that didn’t follow any patterns. Sound familiar? But after going through our signature group coaching program, she lowered her A1C from 8.9 to 7.0 (and after the recording, it's down to 6.3!) and reclaimed her life with T1D. In this episode, Hannah walks through exactly how she made it happen.

Time Stamps:

(04:56) Fluctuating Emotions and Diabetes Management
(06:38) The Moment She Decided to Make a Change
(11:27) Mindset and Overcoming Limiting Beliefs
(15:33) “You’re special but not that special”
(16:55) Diabetes is More Than a Math Problem to Be Solved
(19:17) Optimizing Your Diabetes Tech For You
(21:28) Burnout & Seeking Help
(24:50) Choosing Risely
(26:19) The Difference Between Coaching and a Support Group
(29:34) Her Outlook on Food and Learning the Menstrual Cycle
(31:34) The Biggest Factor in Getting Her Diabetes Under Control
(33:40) How Have the Other People in Her Life Noticed a Change?

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.
Doors are open for our September 2024 Group Coaching Program for women with T1D. Apply now and talk to our team.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

135. T1D Pregnancy: My 1st Trimester Recap Aug 27, 2024

The news is out, I’m pregnant! I’m so thrilled to FINALLY share the news that Kris and I are expecting our first child early next year. In today’s episode, I break down my experience so far, from preconception tips, my blood sugars, and, of course, what I’ve been craving! I also answer listener questions, such as what surprised me most, what advice would I give, and I share my favorite prenatal vitamins and app for pregnancy.

Time Stamps:

(01:18) Pregnancy Announcement
(03:44) Rising Above Pregnancy Fears With T1D
(08:18) Workshop on Pregnancy & Diabetes
(09:58) Prepping for Pregnancy & Prenatal Vitamins
(11:42) The Pregnancy App I Downloaded
(12:12) Hormonal Birth Control and Ovulation Tracking
(15:06) Managing Blood Sugars During Pregnancy
(20:16) Preconception Appointment
(23:19) Risks & Complications
(24:57) My Mindset
(25:31) Speaking Up For Your Body Autonomy
(26:21) Conception Story and the Emotional Roller Coaster
(33:54) My First Trimester: Blood Sugars, Nausea, and Cravings
(45:36) What surprised me?
(49:43) What advice would I give to someone wanting to get pregnant in the next 1-2 years?

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.
Learn more about our coaching programs HERE.
Access our Pregnancy + T1D Workshop on demand HERE.
WeNatal Prenatal Vitamins SHOP HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

134. Use This Technique to Get Unstuck and Create Momentum in Your T1D Management Aug 20, 2024

Today Coach Abby is sharing one of Risely’s self-coaching tools to create momentum and provide clarity, especially when you’re feeling stuck in frustration or overwhelm. Through this exercise, you will take an honest evaluation of your behaviors to see what’s working and what’s not in your T1D management. Grab a pen and take some notes!
Time Stamps:

(01:45) The Importance of Self Coaching
(05:15) How This Works and the Power of Writing Things Down
(07:49) The Stop Column
(11:14) The Start Column
(13:51) The Continue Column
(20:04) Taking Action & Developing a Plan
(22:26) Call to Action & Accountability

What to do now:

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Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

133. Endurance Running and Type One Diabetes Aug 13, 2024

In this episode, Lauren and Coach Neil chat about his preparation for his second full marathon with the Beyond Type 1 Team. They discuss listener questions about hydration, nutrition, blood sugar management, carbohydrate intake, preventing foot ulcers, and insulin pump settings during training and on race day. This episode gives you the pep talk and tips you need to accomplish your endurance running goals!

Time Stamps:

(02:20) Neil’s Marathon Background & Motivation
(08:20) The Running Apps He Prefers
(11:13) “The marathon is not the thing to be nervous about..it’s a celebration party”
(13:28) The Pride of Running with Type 1 Diabetes
(16:55) Hydration & Water Stations
(21:37) Fueling Strategies and Blood Sugar Management During Long Runs
(37:06) The Importance of a Support System For Your Running Goals
(40:03) Pump Placement While Running
(41:39) “Do temporary mid run high blood sugars impact performance?”
(45:35) Setting Goals, Celebrating Progress, and Expecting the Unexpected
(54:37) Preventing Foot Ulcers While Running

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.
Neil’s Marathon Fundraiser HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

132. The Most Important Cognitive Health Tip for T1Ds Aug 06, 2024

In this solo episode, Lauren explores the connection between cognitive health and type 1 diabetes. A recent large study found that older adults with type 1 diabetes who reported severe low blood sugar events showed poorer performance in overall cognition, language, executive function, and memory. Lauren explains the five root causes of frequent low blood sugar, helping you understand the patterns behind your lows and providing you with the tools to address them.

Time Stamps:

(01:51) Intro & Personal Motivations
(06:50) The Impact of Blood Sugar Fluctuations on the Brain
(08:55) Research on Memory Problems and Low Blood Sugars
(14:34) Root Causes of Frequent Low Blood Sugar
(22:24) Finding Your Intrinsic Motivators for Diabetes Management

What to do now:

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Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

131. The Intersection of T1D, Pregnancy, Perimenopause, and Menopause Jul 30, 2024

On today’s episode, Dawn Adams, PhD researcher, midwife, and mama of 4 from Ireland, is here to talk about pregnancy and menopause with type one diabetes. After originally being told she would likely never have children nor live a long healthy life, Dawn is passionate about helping T1D women thrive in pregnancy and menopause. This educational conversation will leave you feeling more informed and less alone on the journey from periods, to pregnancy, perimenopause, and menopause and how to embrace the changes that come.

Time Stamps:

(03:40) Her Diagnosis in 1993 By Her Husband
(07:29) The Shocking Things She Was Told in an Education Session About Longevity, Pregnancy, and Menopause
(09:44) “We’ve gone on to have 4 healthy children.”
(11:01) Becoming a Midwife
(13:58) Anxiety & Pregnancy with Gestational Diabetes and T1D
(16:50) Pregnancy, Diabetes, Hormones, and Insulin
(19:58) Perimenopause: Age, Symptoms, and Her Experience as a T1D
(24:25) Periods & Glucose: Research Over 30 Years
(32:50) Supporting the Transition to Perimenopuase/ Menopause with T1D

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.
Learn more about our coaching programs HERE.
Find Dawn on Twitter @Moodwife @MenopauseMither
Instagram @t1dawnie

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

130. DRI: The Diabetes Research Institute on Pioneering a Way to a Cure, Recent Successes, and Managing Expectations Jul 25, 2024

Today I’m joined by Michael Burton, the CEO of the Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) to discuss what finding a cure for type one diabetes currently looks like. We go over the differences between his time in cancer research vs. diabetes research, managing expectations of a cure and problematic outlooks, what makes DRI’s research unique, staying encouraged by the successes, and more.

Time Stamps:

(03:55) Michael’s Background & Getting to DRI
(10:18) Similarities & Differences Between Diabetes & Cancer Research
(13:50) What Surprised Him About Working Within Diabetes Community
(19:00) Lauren Shares Her Personal Story with DRI
(20:57) Managing Expectations of a Cure
(22:02) What Makes DRI Unique
(27:02) Priorities & Focus of Growth
(32:00) Matias: Their New Scientific Director
(35:15) How to Best Support DRI & Transparency
(41:20) How to Stay Encouraged While Waiting For a Cure

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.
Sign Up for the DRI Newsletter HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

129. The #1 TANGIBLE Thing That Helped This T1D Lower Her A1C from 8.0 to 6.7 Jul 23, 2024

In this episode, Lauren talks to Kelsey Lynn Stokes, union script supervisor for TV and film, author, and founder of Calycanthus Lingerie, about her 18 year journey with type one diabetes. Kelsey shares so many relatable stories, including how she went from rock bottom with her diabetes management to lowering her A1C from 8.0 to 6.7. Kelsey's story is not just inspiring but also packed with practical advice for anyone struggling to manage their diabetes in a non-routine life. Whether you’re in a fast-paced job or just looking for ways to improve your blood sugars, you will have multiple takeaways from this conversation.

Time Stamps:

(03:53) The Crazy Schedule of TV/Film Life
(06:57) “I didn’t want to be part of the 27 club.”
(10:11) Reflections: Her Intake Call
(12:15) Her Tuberculosis Diagnosis
(14:30) Her International Endo Experience: “Unless you get on a pump I’m not treating you.”
(16:45) Hiding Blood Sugars as a Kid & Feeling Heard By Doctors
(19:36) How Her Tuberculosis Went Undiagnosed
(21:40) “A part of me tried to prove that this would never stop me”
(23:42) Rockbottom “I was drinking 6 cups of coffee a day and had no community”
(26:20) Tips & Takeaways That Helped Her Lower Her A1C From 8.0 to 6.7
(28:40) What Every Menstruating T1D Needs to Know
(31:21) Luxury Lingerie for Insulin Pumps
(38:42) Gvoke & Being Prepared With Glucagon
(41:46) Tips for Managing T1D With a Busy Lifestyle

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.
Find Kelsey on Instagram and her lingerie line for insulin pumps HERE.
To enter Calycanthus GIVEAWAY follow @riselyhealth on Instagram, like the collaborative IG post about this episode on the Risely feed, follow @calycanthus_lingerie , and take the Calycanthus product quiz and comment your answer on the collaborative IG post

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

128. Mobi, iLet, and the Future of T1D Tech with Gary Scheiner Jul 16, 2024

What is the best insulin pump? Today’s guest would be the one to know. Gary Scheiner, author of Think Like a Pancreas, has tried 32 different pumps in his 39 years living with type one. Gary and I chatted about the early days of AID systems, his favorite AID system, looping, and several different pumps, including iLet, Medtronic, Mobi, and Tandem. We also peek into what the future might hold for insulin pumps. This episode is a great resource to help you determine which technology will be the best for YOU.

Time Stamps:

(02:28) Keeping Up with Technology Advances
(04:18) Gary’s 39 Years with Diabetes and 32 Different Pumps
(06:27) “It’s not the tool, it’s the user.”
(07:40) “Is there a best pump?” and finding the right one
(11:00) The Early Days of AID Systems
(13:39) His Favorite Aid System
(16:05) Looping
(18:44) The Gap Between Health Care & Tools Education
(21:57) The iLet Pump
(25:26) “I don’t like people to start on a pump without learning self-management skills.”
(27:45) Medtronic
(29:08) Mobi
(29:58) Tandem
(31:33) The Future of Insulin Pumps
(35:16) “What does reclaim your rise mean to you?”

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.
Learn more about Temp Monitor HERE Buy Temp Monitor HERE
Find Gary on Instagram and his book Think Like a Pancreas on Amazon.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

127. Break the cycle of over-treating low blood sugars (and stop gaining weight) Jul 09, 2024

Joining me for a third time to discuss the habit of OVER treating low blood sugars, is author and journalist Ginger Vieira. We candidly discuss our relationships with low blood sugar, including what it feels like, the many different causes of it, the potential anxiety that comes with wearing a CGM, plus how to prevent over-treating and rage bolusing. We also talk about weight loss as a possible outcome of reducing lows and breaking the habit of over-treating them. If you’re stuck in a loop of over-treating, this episode will help you feel less alone and equip you with better strategies!

Time Stamps:

(03:38) The Evolution of Ginger’s Relationship to Low Blood Sugars
(05:17) Reactivity and Anxiety with CGMs
(07:05) What Low Blood Sugar Feels Like & What Number She Feels Low At
(10:00) Her Experience in Over Treating
(13:58) The Causes of Low Blood Sugars
(19:39) “This is what got me to stop rage bolusing”
(23:47) “When you’re in a habit of over-treating lows… weight gain”
(25:45) Ginger’s Best Tips
(27:55) Lauren’s Rule to Prevent Over Treating, Mango, Glucose Tablets, & Sour Patch Kids

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.
Check out Ginger’s website or buy her book on Amazon.
Listen to Ginger on episode 32 (power lifting) and episode 117 (hormones, weight loss)

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

126. Q & A with Abby and Jehan: LADA, Grief, Self Advocating, Travel Tips, Birth, and Living Spontaneously with T1D Jul 02, 2024

Coach Jehan is back with Co-host Abby to answer your questions and tackle the topics that YOU want to hear more about! From adult-onset diabetes, grief, advocating for yourself at the endo, our best travel tips, finding the balance between being prepared and living spontaneously in your diet, to giving birth with type one, this episode covers a range of topics that every T1D needs to know.

Time Stamps:

(02:41) Topic 1: A Lada Diagnosis as an Adult
(05:27) Topic 2: T1D and the 5 Stages of Grief
(08:34) Comparative Suffering
(14:35) Topic 3: Advocating for Yourself at the Endocrinologist
(21:00) Topic 4: Tips for Traveling & Travel Snacks
(28:54) Topic 5: The Balance of Planning & Spontaneity
(33:58) Topic 6: Giving Birth with T1D
(37:18) How to Send Us Your Questions or Get Coaching Support

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
The doors are open for our Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Program for T1D women. Apply now and talk to our team HERE. We are here to support you in your diabetes journey.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.
Learn more about Temp Monitor HERE Buy Temp Monitor HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

125. Newly Diagnosed: What We Wish Someone Told Us About T1D Jun 25, 2024

As Coach Neil says, this is the episode he needed when he was first diagnosed. If you’ve been diagnosed with type one diabetes, type 1.5, or LADA within the past 12 months, or are a parent of a child with T1D, this is a must listen. But even if you were diagnosed years ago, you will get something out of this conversation! Coach Neil and I are sifting through all the misinformation and information overload to get you EXACTLY what you need to know in order to thrive with diabetes.

Time Stamps:

(05:05) Neil’s diagnosis story while in the Airforce
(07:35) Avoidance mindset vs. perfection mindset
(08:34) Lauren’s diagnosis story as a child
(10:12) “The’ fighter mentality’ doesn’t work either”
(11:08) “There’s nothing you did wrong”
(14:54) “A lot of our success will come from our relationship to T1D”
(16:09) Our best mindset advice
(17:02) How to find balance and avoid yo-yo-ing
(19:36) The honeymoon phase and tests we recommend
(21:20) The pancreas and insulin - what you need to know
(25:47) Going to the endocrinologist
(26:26) DKA
(29:54) The role of healthcare & expectations
(32:20) Diabetes stats
(34:00) The birth of Risely
(35:14) Blood sugar, A1C, time in range targets
(37:06) Neil’s low story
(39:10) Lauren’s never-before-told juice story
(48:55) A1C: what is it?
(52:02) Let’s talk nutrition
(55:45) Bolusing strategies
(59:06) Insulin sensitivity
(01:00:10) The role of movement
(01:03:30) Have grace with yourself in the learning curve
(01:06:04) “When you don’t feel like you’re working with T1D, it drains you”
(01:07:03) “The life you deserve is attainable.”
(01:08:23) How Risely can support you

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
The doors are open for our Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Program for T1D women. Apply now and talk to our team HERE. We are here to support you in your diabetes journey.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.
Learn more about TempMonitor HERE Buy TempMonitor HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

124. How a T1D personal trainer stopped obsessing over perfection Jun 18, 2024

We’re introducing a new cohost to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast! Our Coach Manager, Abby, will be taking over the show once a month to interview coaching members and Risely coaches. Today, Abby chats with Kathy about hitting her breaking point with perfection and her decision to join Risely’s Group Coaching program. If you’ve ever thought, “Who am I to ask for help?” this episode is for you. Despite having numbers that looked good on paper, Kathy struggled with her mindset, including obsessive food and exercise thoughts, fear of complications, and avoidance of settings where she couldn’t be 100% in control. This episode will answer your questions about the enrollment + coaching process at Risely, PLUS you will walk away feeling inspired to reimagine your relationship with type one.

Time Stamps:

(02:07) Meet Abby, our Coach Manager!
(03:53) Kathy’s T1D diagnosis story at 28
(06:22) Her obsessive thoughts on food and exercise
(07:44) Fear & avoidance
(08:44) “You looked good on paper”
(10:08) More restriction: her Celiac Disease diagnosis
(12:13) Her enrollment call: “Who am I to ask for help?”
(12:45) “I’d never felt so seen or heard”
(16:27) Kathy’s coaching experience and outcome
(18:40) “Do you need extra therapy help?”
(19:45) On an island of one
(20:55) How you do one thing is how you do everything
(22:05) Kathy’s results and heartfelt coaching exit survey
(25:57) Mindset, self-talk, & limiting beliefs
(27:25) Life after coaching: sustainability and where she is now

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
The doors are open for our Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Program for T1D women. Apply now and talk to our team HERE.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

123. PCOS, bandaid vs root cause health care, and how birth control impacts blood sugar Jun 11, 2024

Elisabeth DiDonato is a coach on the Risely team and a dietitian with an extensive background in holistic health. In this episode, she’s sharing her personal and professional experience with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), PCOS + type one diabetes, inflammation, herbs and much more. If you’ve struggled with symptoms on (or getting off of) birth control or are trying to get to the root cause of your hormonal imbalances, this is a must-listen.

Time Stamps:

(04:01) Her T1D and PCOS diagnosis stories
(06:16) Mental health & birth control
(07:40) Her deep dive into integrative functional medicine
(09:02) Why is birth control used as a bandaid for PCOS?
(11:24) Discovering which form of PCOS she has
(14:06) How the pill + PCOS influenced her T1D
(18:57) Insulin sensitivity throughout the 4 menstrual cycle phases
(21:18) “It took my body time to get here so it will take time to get back to where it’s supposed to be.”
(22:06) Getting off birth control + tips + resources
(25:25) How Elisabeth has gotten back to balance
(27:23) Listening to your gut/intuition with nutrition
(32:22) Different forms of hunger
(36:48) The unseen impact of stress on your period
(39:05) 3 top herbs to support PCOS and hormonal rebalancing
(43:35) Why people diss functional medicine
(45:51) The body is a whole
(46:47) Listener question - testosterone and not bulking
(51:08) Cardio, exercise, and stress for symptom management
(53:08) Gaining confidence to advocate for holistic medicine with your doctor

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
The doors are open for Risely’s Group Coaching Program for T1D women. Apply now and talk to our team HERE.
Learn more about TempMonitor HERE Buy TempMonitor HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

122. Prioritizing Diabetes Even When You Don’t Want To + 3 Tips for Time in Range Jun 04, 2024

With 37 years of T1D under her belt, our guest Karen Baumgartner shares her journey and the lessons she's learned along the way. The most challenging period for her was the decade after her children's birth when she had to re-learn how to prioritize her health. As a DCB graduate, Karen provides 3 practical tips that helped her increase her time in range from 60% to 75%. We also discuss strategies for overcoming your resistance to making time for diabetes.

Time Stamps:

(03:21) Making herself and her diabetes a priority
(05:00) Deal with it (defensive) vs. handling it (offensive)
(07:09) Her first decades with T1D and how her relationship changed
(09:17) What her blood sugars looked like in childhood
(10:08) The struggle of her college years
(11:48) Resentment
(13:11) Why Risely’s group coaching program was the gamechanger
(16:20) Her positive pregnancy experience
(18:47) “I can’t mess these babies up”
(20:13) The grace of post-pregnancy diabetes management
(22:17) “You can manage yourself, and diabetes will follow”
(23:52) “I came into coaching wanting strategy, but, mindset”
(26:40) Before and After A1C Shift Method Course
(29:04) A T1D community & ammo
(33:20) Sustainable time in range
(34:46) Her 3 tactical tips for time in range
(36:36) The resistance to taking the time for diabetes

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
The doors are open for our Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Program for T1D women. Apply now and talk to our team HERE.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

121. The Revolutionary Innovation in Pump Technology with Xeris x Beta Bionics May 28, 2024

This feels like science fiction, but it’s true! The conversation you’re about to hear is about the next innovation in pump technology that is going to revolutionize management for people using insulin. I’m joined by Xeris Pharmaceuticals CEO Paul Edick and Beta Bionics CEO Sean Saint a week after they announced a collaboration to develop a bi-hormonal pump that has both insulin and glucagon.

Time Stamps:

(02:45) Paul’s background and role at Xeris
(04:34) Sean’s background and role at Beta Bionics
(06:16) How this epic collaboration came to be
(08:33) Xeris on rescue glucagon
(10:05) “We’re not there yet, but we’ll do it together”
(10:41) The spirit of innovation
(11:25) What hasn’t this been done before?
(13:05) “But what’s going to happen to Gvoke pen?”
(14:40) What can people get excited about?
(16:00) The burden impact
(16:57) The gas and brake
(17:50) How is this different than AID delivery systems?
(20:05) The extreme fear of low blood sugar
(22:00) Anticipating possibilities and blocks
(23:22) When we can expect this and FDA approval
(26:51) Innovating in spite of a cure
(30:24) Saving lives

What to do now:

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Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.
Listen to Paul in our prior episode on Glucagon EPISODE 96

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

120. Diabetes and Business Unsliced with Pizza Man Mike Bausch May 21, 2024

My favorite recording of the year thus far! Meet Mike Bausch, 2x best-selling Amazon author, Guinness World Record holder, and owner of nationally ranked Andolini’s Pizzeria in Tulsa, OK, who has done all of this while living with T1D for the past 20 years. It took neuropathy of the face while training for Officer Candidacy School before Mike would take his diabetes symptoms seriously. Today, we’re discussing his story, what he attributes all his success to, asking for help, alcohol, the dopamine boost from junk food, and, of course, we talk pizza!

Time Stamps:

(05:22) Lauren’s burning question: does water really make the pizza?
(07:11) Mike’s childhood
(08:28) Mike’s diagnosis story and peeing out the window
(10:05) Training for Officer Candidacy School while ignoring diabetes symptoms
(16:00) You can do anything you set your mind to
(18:30) How pizza came into his life
(20:13) What does he attribute his success to?
(20:56) “Don’t be a wallflower, do the worm”
(21:54) His struggles to manage diabetes and his weight
(24:46) Slowing down and hiring a coach for the first time
(30:20) “I don’t feel Lauren, I do”
(32:48) Men and talking about their feelings
(36:04) How he intentionally manages his diabetes now
(41:03) Alcohol + blood sugars
(43:07) The slippery slope of “You can do whatever you want”
(45:00) Mike’s favorite protein hack
(46:22) Knowing what you value
(47:40) The dopamine shift
(50:02) Pushing himself as an entrepreneur

What to do now:

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Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.
Learn more about TempMonitor HERE Buy TempMonitor HERE
Check out Mike’s website, books, and more here getunsliced.com or find him on Instagram @mikeybausch

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

119. T1D + Thyroid Health with Dr. Sandra Sobel May 14, 2024

Thyroid dysfunction is 2-3x higher within the T1D population. Today’s guest, Dr. Sandra Indacochea Sobel, a board-certified Endocrinologist, answers your listener questions, and we delve into the crucial topics of hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Hashimoto’s disease, preventative lifestyle medicine, the role of biotin in blood work, and so much more!

Time Stamps:

(06:13) Dr. Sobel’s connection to Lauren’s dad’s T1D diagnosis
(09:10) The misdiagnosis of T2D
(10:13) Disease-modifying therapies for T1D
(11:00) The importance of antibody screenings
(13:50) Hypothyroidism
(14:10) Hyperthyroidism
(14:32) Statistics on thyroid disease and autoimmune disorder
(17:36) Signs & Symptoms of Hypothyroidism in women
(19:57) A word of caution on diagnosis
(20:34) Vacation
(24:00) Hashimotos Disease
(26:00) Thyroid Studies
(28:17) Preventing hypothyroidism & lifestyle
(32:10) Preventative care & blue zones
(35:00) The problem of cardiometabolic disease & younger generations
(35:38) Sleep and time perspective in the US
(37:58) Cortisol, sleep, and the thyroid
(40:10) Overemphasizing exercise and nutrition
(42:14) Sleep, stress mitigation, and healthy social engagements
(44:44) How to approach a Hashimoto diagnosis
(46:56) How to lessen thyroid disorder symptoms once medicated
(49:53) Whole foods defined
(53:18) Normal TSH, Slightly free T4
(57:00) Biotin and supplements
(58:38) Is there a connection between T1D, thyroid disorder, and blood sugar?

What to do now:

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Sign up for our upcoming Masterclass: The Blueprint to Your Best A1C Yet
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.
Find Dr. Sobel on Instagram HERE
Listen to Dr. Sobel on Episode 24.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

118. The 15 Minute Golden Rule to Lower Your A1C May 07, 2024

This episode is for anyone who has been struggling to lower their A1C. Learn just how Risely’s methodology works through 3 unique case studies, plus the “golden rule” that will change how you think about reaching your A1C goal. I’ve also got 5 questions to ask yourself to apply this rule effectively + I announce details on our first workshop of the year, a FREE A1C Masterclass!

Time Stamps:

(01:48) The “uncoined” 15 min rule for A1C
(04:01) Focusing on outcome versus creating a road map
(06:04) Risely Client Case Study A - higher A1C
(07:02) Risely Client Case Study B - lower A1C
(08:06) Risely Client Case Study C - teenager
(10:05) The Golden Rule explained
(11:00) Why this rule matters
(12:50) 5 questions to ask yourself
(16:02) Implementation & knowing your patterns
(18:40) Announcing our FREE A1C Masterclass

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Sign up for our upcoming Masterclass: The Blueprint to Your Best A1C Yet
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

117. T1D Hormones, Appetite, Insulin Sensitivity, and Weight Loss with Ginger Vieira Apr 30, 2024

Today’s guest Ginger Vieira, tells us everything we need to know about the 5 hormones affected by T1D, which impact weight loss, appetite, and insulin sensitivity. We discuss each of these hormones in detail and the positive lifestyle choices we can make to work WITH our bodies instead of against them. We also candidly discuss using Ozempic for weight management in type ones. This is the stuff no one is taught at diagnosis!

Time Stamps:

(04:54) The “Sorority Terms” of cells
(6:40) Amalin hormone
(7:42) Glucagon hormone & the overproduction of glucose
(09:30) Weight management, hunger cues, & hormones
(12:00) The role of protein in your diet
(12:25) Glucagon continued
(12:45) Somatostatin hormone
(14:28) The liver and low blood sugar
(16:40) Pancreatic polypeptide hormone & insulin sensitivity
(22:08) Stress & basal insulin
(22:30) The misunderstanding of the “dawn phenomenon”
(23:49) Ghrelin hormone
(26:45) Why crash diets do not work with T1D
(27:42) Why lifestyle is crucial with T1D and caffeine’s effect
(28:44) The impact of exercise + insulin sensitivity
(31:13) Ozempic
(35:38) The importance of working with a coach while taking GLP 1 medication

What to do now:

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Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.
Find Ginger @gingervieira.t1d and get her books HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

116. Meet Coach Katarina + Learn Her Weekly T1D Workout Strategy Apr 23, 2024

Meet Risely’s newest coach, Katarina Harmon! In an exercise-focused conversation, Katarina and I discuss blood sugar strategies based on workout type, what her workout week looks like, finding the root and motivation for habit change, and the diabetes support dynamic with her husband. She also begins the interview with what fellow Type 1 diabetic and singer Nick Jonas said that deeply impacted her.

Time Stamps:

(03:38) Meeting Nick Jonas and what he said that impacted her
(07:46) “It is what it is. How can I make the best out of it?”
(09:27) “My endo said ‘Things will never be easy for you.’ ”
(11:36) The role of Exercise Science in her T1D journey
(13:56) Nutrient timing, intuitive workouts & what her exercise week looks like
(14:50) Blood sugar tips for immediately following anaerobic and aerobic exercises
(16:40) Strong Man Competitor
(18:02) How workout type & muscle group focus affects blood sugar
(21:48) Factors that impact blood sugar + working out
(25:48) “If I need to take insulin or eat to do a workout, does it defeat the purpose of the workout?”
(27:33) Two-fers
(29:50) Identifying the root when you’re lacking motivation
(32:50) The outcome of body movement + food choices
(34:55) “What is your relationship to enough?”
(37:30) The Risely difference and the nuance of Type 1
(39:38) What tools/strategies create the most significant impact
(43:18) Tears: the DCB graduation call
(47:17) Diabetes support dynamic and her husband

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
The doors for the April Decide and Conquer Bootcamp - our signature group coaching program for women with T1D - are now open. Apply HERE.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

115. Neil Greathouse: Reclaiming life with T1D "One Day at a Time" Apr 16, 2024

We’re back for a second episode with the one and only Neil Greathouse! In this episode, we discuss various topics, including his experience directing a film with Nick Jonas, releasing his book, Type 1 Diabetes: One Day At a Time, and becoming a coach at Risely. Neil and I talk about his approach to social media education, validating shared experiences, information overload, and the power of sharing failures. Plus, we give you tangible ways to empower yourself to reclaim your life with T1D, one decision at a time. Be sure to enter his book giveaway by following the instructions below!

Time Stamps:

(02:15) Diagnosis, Nick Jonas, 400 videos, and starting at Risely
(04:00) Bike Beyond documentary
(05:30) What keeps him motivated
(10:19) The power of validation
(12:10) “Don’t relay information. Figure out why it matters to people.”
(13:28) Making fun of yourself
(15:02) Social media as search engines
(16:10) Neil’s book - Type 1 Diabetes: One Day At a Time
(20:35) Making complex topics simple
(23:06) The power of sharing failures
(24:40) Noncompliance, anxiety, and compassion
(25:31) Information overload, motivation, and trust
(26:50) The comfort of having a coach with diabetes
(32:00) The power of asking questions
(41:44) Learning to trust yourself to make the right decisions
(44:15) “Diabetes isn’t the main character.”

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Hear more of Neil’s story on Episode 64
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.
NEIL’S BOOK GIVEAWAY: Rate the podcast, leave a review, take a screenshot of this episode and share on IG and tag @riselyhealth @lauren_bongiorno @neilgreathouse
Get Neil’s book HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

114. Danica the Diabetic: "I don't live waiting for a cure" Apr 09, 2024

As today’s guest says “I don't need to be told what to do, I need to be empowered to make my own choices.” Danica Collins is a scientist, Board-Certified Health and Well-Being Coach, and public speaker with 18 years lived experience with T1D. The throughline of the conversation is self efficacy, advocating for yourself, and education. From doing your research, to the time her CGM went out in an African jungle and she had to get back to basics, Danica is about empowering YOU to know your diabetes best. In an ever evolving tech world, Danica speaks to the importance of bringing research to your doctor as well as what she’s excited about for the future of AI and diabetes. We talk about diversity in health equity and the lack of diabetes education in other countries. Finally, we speak life into a shared vision of the not so far future where health coaching is a crucial part of our health system.

Time Stamps:

(03:48) Learning to advocate for yourself
(06:28) The challenges of being diagnosed at 14
(08:58) Self Efficacy
(11:18) From dentist dreams to healthcare scientist coach
(12:47) The challenge of doctors keeping up with the advancement of tech
(14:07) Bringing research and new tech to your doctor
(17:37) The exhaustion of self advocacy
(18:42) Feeling your best despite diabetes
(19:45) The constant evolution of fine-tuning your diabetes
(21:30) The time her CGM stopped working in African jungle
(23:55) Know your foundations without any tech
(24:50) The confidence to travel with diabetes
(25:05) Diversity in health equity
(27:44) Diabetes education: the fear of insulin and cultural differences
(29:45) The future of diabetes coaching in the health system
(33:00) The meta of diabetes
(34:59) The ADA Standards of Care
(37:21) What Danica is most excited for
(40:02) AI enhancing diabetes
(44:11) Rapid fire questions

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
The doors for the April Decide and Conquer Bootcamp - our signature group coaching program for women with T1D - are now open. Apply HERE.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.
Find and Follow Danica on Instagram Youtube Tik Tok

113. T1D Q+A: Alcohol, Burnout, The Honeymoon Phase + Choosing a Pump Apr 02, 2024

We got over 100 questions and I chose a few to chat about with Coach Jehan in today’s Q & A episode. Topics we cover range from burnout, to how to relearn diabetes, the honeymoon phase, the effects of alcohol and diabetes, choosing a pump, and more. Coach Jehan wraps us up with a roll call for our DCB Cohort starting in April.

Time Stamps:

(03:47) Meet Coach Jehan
(06:01) How to smartly handle burnout in community
(08:00) The 2 epitomes of burnout according to Lauren
(12:17) The growth path
(13:52) How to relearn diabetes
(17:36) The honeymoon phase and how to identify when it’s ending
(21:00) Alcohol and diabetes
(26:10) What’s the most interesting thing you’ve learned since working at Risely?
(32:48) Choosing a pump + pumps and pregnancy
(38:42) The hardest mental shifts for a type one to go through
(44:02) Jehan on April’s DCB Cohort - roll call

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
The doors for the April Decide and Conquer Bootcamp - our signature group coaching program for women with T1D - are now open. Apply HERE.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

112. The Law of Accumulation + 3 Questions to Combat Self Sabotage and Achieve Your Goals Mar 26, 2024

This is a quick, pep-talk episode to get real with yourself and achieve your goals by looking at the Law of Accumulation. Self reflection is key in getting closer towards your goals, and in this week’s episode, I want you to think of one health related diabetes goal you always make but seem to struggle with yet you don’t know WHY. I’m breaking down 3 challenges so you can get clear on why that might be so you can STOP coming back to the same struggle and finally achieve your goal!

Time Stamps:

(02:32) Growth oriented human beings
(03:27) Outcome focused vs. the path to the outcome
(04:03) The Law of Accumulation
(05:05) Self sabotage
(07:02) Challenge # 1 - Labeling the Problem Wrong
(09:56) Challenge #2 - Too Many Barriers
(11:41) Challenge #3 - Change is Hard

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
The doors for the April Decide and Conquer Bootcamp - our signature group coaching program for women with T1D - are now open. Apply HERE.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

111. How To Radically Accept Diabetes, Train An Alert Dog, and Throw a Diaversary Party Mar 19, 2024

From the get-go, today’s guest was not going to let type one diabetes stop her from moving forward with life. DCB graduate Sara Lerner and I sat down for a refreshing conversation about how she came to radically accept her diagnosis very early on. She shares practical advice along with the values that helped her do so and why she DOES let diabetes define her. We also chat about training her beloved diabetic alert dog Louie, why and how she celebrated her Diaversary, and the massive impact of community on her diabetes journey. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or still struggling to accept and feel empowered in your diagnosis, you need to listen to this conversation.

Time Stamps:

(05:00) How her diagnosis was the biggest growth of her life
(06:58) Grateful from day one
(08:28) The values that helped her quickly tackle diabetes with less fear
(10:11) Letting diabetes define her
(11:24) The importance of getting plugged in early to the diabetes community
(13:15) Releasing the fantasy of pre-diabetes life
(14:48) “I’m doing more now with Type 1”
(16:00) Her DCB experience and eating the thing that scares you
(18:50) Breaking your own limitations
(19:20) Letting go of control as a control freak
(23:39) How she ran a half marathon
(29:23) Louie her diabetic alert dog, the training process, and how he helps her
(36:30) Diaversary Parties
(41:30) The essential role of Community to integrate

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
The doors for the April Decide and Conquer Bootcamp - our signature group coaching program for women with T1D - are now open. Apply HERE.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.
Sara’s recommendation for diabetic alert dog training and scholarships available HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

110. The Stress Management Approach Your Diabetes Care is Missing Mar 12, 2024

Today’s guest, Eddie Stern, is the founder of The Breathing App For Diabetes, the first app that helps people with diabetes lower their stress levels. With 35 years of experience in the yoga space, Eddie and I go deep in this conversation about a side of diabetes management that Western medicine is not suited to address: holistic stress management. We discuss consciousness, purpose, identity, the role of disharmony, and breathwork. Eddie helps us to ask big questions like “Who am I?” and address how to stop identifying with productivity and output. He even leads you in a 3 minute guided breathwork session to engage the parasympathetic “healing state.” Learn why 60,000 monthly app users are running to get his app and start changing the speed of your mind for better diabetes care!

Time Stamps:

(05:56) The pursuit of meaning and purpose
(09:37) The high school teacher that changed his life and the 3 questions she asked
(11:22) The unchanging nature of Consciousness and finding Awareness
(14:16) The Relative and Absolute “Who am I”
(16:30) Life is relationship and interconnectedness to all that is
(18:22) How to release identity to productivity & external accomplishment
(20:44) We as an expression of purposefulness in Nature
(21:55) The role of disharmony in Nature and Spirituality
(23:20) Lauren reflects on her yoga journey
(24:11) The key to freedom with diabetes: intuition & slowing down
(25:34) Stress = speed of the mind
(27:14) Eddie in India and being “woken up” in devotion
(30:54) Eastern and Western medicine approaches
(35:13) Diabetes, tress, and noncommunicable diseases from a yogic healing approach
(36:56) Parasympathetic Response as the Healing State
(39:30) 3 minute guided breathwork with Eddie
(43:44) What Lauren felt post breathwork
(44:25) What to Expect: The Breathing App for Diabetes
(49:00) Where to find Eddie’s app and books

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
The doors for the April Decide and Conquer Bootcamp - our signature group coaching program for women with T1D - are now open. Apply HERE.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.
Check out The Breathing App for Diabetes in the app store

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

109. Pregnancy Challenges and IVF with Type One Diabetes Mar 05, 2024

For today’s guest, Risely group coaching graduate KC Gurbuz, getting diagnosed with undiagnosed infertility was another major life challenge to navigate with T1D. On today’s episode, KC walks through her experience with the IVF process and how she managed her diabetes through it. We go into all of it: from what her numbers looked like, to the mental health challenge, to food journaling, and finally holding her sweet baby in her arms.

Time Stamps:

(03:14) Running a half marathon in range post DCB
(06:43) Moving from restrictive to less restrictive
(08:37) When they decided to have a baby and interviewing your doctors team
(09:56) Diabetes management and deciding when to conceive
(11:30) Her husband’s role
(14:09) The start of infertility treatments
(16:27) Mental health, infertility, & gratitude
(18:19) Rates of success and the process
(22:25) “Checking the box of challenge”
(25:13) Managing her numbers during treatments
(29:25) The “two week wait”
(30:45) Respecting her body and perspective
(31:45) What grounded her for pregnancy
(32:36) One of the first signs you're pregnant as a diabetic and ow pregnancy affects your numbers
(33:45) Food journaling while pregnant
(36:30) Is coaching better before or during pregnancy?
(38:00) The support of DCB community mamas
(39:00) IVF, Preeclampsia and Diabetes
(40:17) Her postpartum experience
(41:28) Gratitude and Grace
(44:03) KC’s advice for infertility & IVF

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
The doors for the April Decide and Conquer Bootcamp - our signature group coaching program for women with T1D - are now open. Apply HERE.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

108. Diabulimia: The Intersection of Diabetes and Eating Disorders with Erin Akers Feb 27, 2024

The Jocelyn Diabetes Center suggests that 30% of diabetic women between the ages of 15 and 30 manipulate or omit their insulin in order to lose weight. For Eating Disorder Awareness Week, I want to talk about the lesser known yet devastating eating disorder. Today’s incredible guest is the founder and executive director of Diabulimia. Helpline (DBH), Erin Akers. Erin shares the heart-wrenching story of how she flatlined and was resuscitated after her diabulimia put her in the hospital. This episode is raw and real, but also a necessary conversation to shed light on the T1D tendency towards perfectionism and a disordered relationship to food.

Time Stamps:

(06:25) The Recovery-Relapse Cycle
(07:14) January 2012: The Fall
(08:25) The Fear of Being Found Out
(09:25) The Time Erin Flat-lined
(10:22) A Mother’s Cry: A Call To Change
(12:28) Why the Second Time Was Harder to Ask For Help
(14:30) Her Diagnosis Journey
(16:40) When the Body Image Issues Began as a childt 9
(19:10) Comparison to Her Brother’s Diabetesic Journey
(22:00) Giving Up on Being a “Good Diabetic” at 14
(22:48) The Descent: Figuring Out How She Could Lose Weight
(25:40) Feeding the Hungry Heart: Our Relationship to Food
(26:40) Perfectionist Tendencies and Grace
(32:57) Context Collapse
(35:58) The Unique Pathology of Diabulimia
(37:54) The 2 Things
(38:53) What Recovery Looks Like
(39:55) Relationship to the Number
(40:55) A Perfectionist Exercise
(42:10) Journaling to Heal
(46:38) Recovery is Not Passive: You Have To Do the Work
(47:45) Diabulimia An Ignored Population
(49:41) Community
(52:35) The Helpline
(53:23) Why We Can’t Afford to NOT Talk About Diabuleima
(57:12) Erin’s Lifelong Complications
(59:01) Happy Recovery Stories
(01:02:25) Getting Your Dreams, Belief, and Hope Back

What to do now:
1. To Call the FREE Diabuleima Helpline: 1-425-985-3635
2. DBH Links:

INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/diabulimiahelpline/

DBH WEBSITE: www.DBH.org

DIABETES & EATING DISORDER FB SUPPORT GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DiabulimiaSupport
3. Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
4. Learn more about our coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

107. Blood Sugar + Cognitive Function, plus Creatively Communicating Your T1D Needs Feb 20, 2024

There’s no doubt that our blood sugars affect our mood and cognitive function, and in this week’s episode, I’m joined by Brea Di Dato, a family and psychiatric nurse practitioner in Oregon, for a conversation that is chalk full of wisdom. Our conversation includes her story of being diagnosed at age 38, her experience with neuropathy, anxiety, and more. She paints a vision of how our joy can coexist with suffering and that the goal of life is NOT an end to suffering. Brea also shares her expertise on the role between blood sugar, cognitive function, mood, and how to effectively communicate your “grumpy space” needs to your partner.

Time Stamps:

(04:56) Weight Loss and Brain Fog: Her Diagnosis at 38 Years Old
(08:20) Her First 6 Months of Diagnosis
(10:05) Neuropathy
(12:05) How She Approaches Her Patients Now Post Diagnosis
(13:04) The Slippery Slope of Single Data Points
(14:53) Safety & Taking Control of Anxiety With a New Diagnosis
(17:43) Barriers to Living
(19:40) First Steps: Validate the Grief
(20:48) The Coexistence of Joy and Suffering
(22:42) A Dead Person Goal
(23:45) Growth, Change, and Discomfort
(26:22) Distress and Burnout
(30:15) Reaching Out for Help
(33:18) Diabetes, ADHD, Blood Sugar and Cognitive Function
(35:49) Blood Sugar and Mood
(38:41) Creative and Effective Communication of Your Needs
(42:32) I Don’t Need You to Fix This

What to do now:

For any person with Diabetes in Oregon who would like to talk to someone about their mental health, check out Brea’s business website https://www.pbh.health/
Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Learn more about our coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

106. Holistic Endocrinology: Wisdom on Meditation, Patient Relationships, and AI in Medicine with Dr. Allen Sussman Feb 13, 2024

He’s an endocrinologist who has met the Dalai Lama three times! In this episode, I get to talk with Dr. Allen Sussman about why he sees endocrinology as a holistic field, the root of burnout in medicine, and how he thinks the healthcare system can be changed. He shares stories of meeting with the Dalai Lama, what he has seen work and not work when supporting patients in making changes to their T1D health, and more. He also highlights the vital significance of community and connection to our health and discusses the limitations of AI in medicine with its lack of mind-body connection which is unique to humans. Dr. Sussman also shares his top four habits for a healthy life. This is a truly unique conversation to have with an endocrinologist, and I hope you appreciate his unique perspective as much as I do!

Time Stamps:

(03:53) Becoming a Freudian in High School
(6:00) His Turning Point in Holistic Health & Meditation
(08:05) What His Family Thought of This in the 60’s
(9:30) Meditation and Connection to the Dalai Lama
(14:40) The Importance of Slowing Down
(17:18) Medical School & Endocrinology as Holistic
(20:55) Developing Relationships with Patients
(27:05) Changing the Healthcare System
(29:00) The Role of Community & Connection and Your Health
(34:32) The Third Place and Limitations of AI in Medicine
(40:32) The Importance of Mind-Body Connection & Meaning in Life
(42:30) “T.I.P.” and How Can We Increase the Placebo Effect and Why?
(46:38) Diabetes as a Blessing
(47:20) His Top Four Habits for a Healthy Life

What to do now:

Check out Dr. Sussman’s book and website Saving the Art of Medicine HERE.
Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Learn more about our coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

105. I Accidentally Gave Myself 10x the Insulin That I Needed - Here’s How That Played Out Feb 06, 2024

23 years with T1D and I have never done this before! I’m telling you all about my recent experience of accidentally giving myself 10x the units of insulin I needed for breakfast. After sharing this story on Instagram in real time and getting tons of feedback from folks saying, “This happened to me too,” I knew I needed to share more about how it all played out.

Time Stamps:

(02:46) The Story: How I Accidentally Gave Myself 10 Units of Insulin
(05:30) The Click: The Moment I Realized What I’d Done
(07:40) My First Step to Course Correct
(10:45) The Food I Ate to Course Correct
(11:45) Have Glucagon As a Backup
(12:34) My Blood Sugar Results
(13:44) The Emotional Drain
(14:18) First Takeaway: I Didn’t Need the Carbs I Thought
(14:36) Second Takeaway: Max Bulose Feature
(16:28) Third Takeaway: You Have the Knowledge Within You
(17:45) Fourth Takeaway: This Happens to So Many of Us
(19:09) Fifth Takeaway: Slow Down

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Learn more about our coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

104. Unleash the power of gut health and intuitive eating with type one diabetes with Elisabeth DiDonato Jan 30, 2024

On today’s episode, I’m joined by Risely’s new coach and dietitian Elisabeth DiDonato. After being a vegan for years and battling her own health issues, Elisabeth learned a lot about gut health, finding the right foods for your body, and the importance of holistic health. We cover so many of your FAQ’s in this episode from probiotics, intuitive eating, intermittent fasting, juicing with T1D and so much more!

Time Stamps:

(05:50) Releasing T1D Embarrassment and Wearing Your Device
(8:04) Diabetes and Relationship to Food
(13:02) What She Learned in Going Vegan
(16:17) Eating the Rainbow for a Healthy Gut
(16:50) Listening to What Your Body Needs vs. Boxing Yourself Into a Diet Label
(21:11) Why We Take a Holistic Health Approach
(22:30) The Gut: Our Second Brain and Eating the Rainbow
(25:00) How to Juice Safely as a Diabetic
(29:04) Imbalanced Gut Health and Autoimmune Issues
(31:38) Stress and Insulin Resistance
(34:20) How to Properly Fuel Your Body to Workout in the AM
(37:18) Intermittent Fasting
(40:48) Probiotics and Prebiotics
(42:24) Can You Eat Intuitively as a Diabetic?
(46:55) How Do You Snack With Diabetes?
(51:13) What She’s Most Excited About Sharing as Risely’s Dietitian

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Learn more about our coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

103. The Menstrual Cycle Blood Sugar Connection, T1D Mental Health, and Processing Childhood Diagnosis with Coach Lindsey Jan 23, 2024

Today you get to meet one of the new Risely Coaches Lindsey Payne. She tells the story of her intense childhood diagnosis and her journey of becoming a coach after so much personal struggle and frustration with her T1D. Lindsey shares the education gaps that made her feel like she was just never going to figure out her diabetes - like how menstrual cycles affect blood sugar or how blood sugar affects mental health. Plus, we talk about the sometimes confusing difference between a coach and a mentor. I know many of you will resonate with Lindsey’s experience.

Time Stamps:

(05:08) Challenges in Health and Shifts in Diabetes Management
(06:39) The Delayed Impact of Childhood Diagnosis on Mental Health and Her Diagnosis Story
(09:07) What Her Teenage + College Years Looked Like with T1D
(11:38) Blood Sugar and Mental Health Connection
(14:05) Her Two Biggest Transformations from the DCB Program
(16:35) Understanding the Connection Between Blood Sugars and Your Menstrual Cycle
(17:40) Optimism and Shifting Frustration into Hope
(22:45) Becoming a Coach and Working with Military Sailors
(26:40) Coaching vs. Mentorship - the difference
(30:20) Giving Yourself Grace and Patience
(32:48) What Lindsey Wishes People Knew about Living with T1D

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Learn more about our coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

102. Resilient Hearts: Navigating T1D Parenting with Dr. Maureen Peterson Jan 16, 2024

Today’s guest never expected that after her daughter’s cancer recovery, that she would later be diagnosed with T1D as a teenager. Dr. Maureen Peterson, a pediatrician and life coach, surely thought lighting couldn’t strike twice, but what they thought was a UTI turned out to be so much more. Maureen shares her wild story and encourages us, especially parents of kids with T1D, to practice modeling open communication and vulnerability. Maureen’s unique experience has equipped her with resiliency and emotional processing skills that all of us can benefit from. You’ll want to journal your feelings after this one!

Time Stamps:

(03:31) Every challenge we have a choice
(05:14) Her lightbulb moment as a pediatrician and a parent
(08:06) Am I gonna die? Her daughter’s cancer diagnosis followed by a T1D diagnosis in the bathroom
(13:24) Self Care: Maureen’s response to the T1D diagnosis
(16:40) Cancer prepared me
(19:11) Resilience, vulnerability, and modeling behavior for your kids
(22:29) Having a hormonal teenager with T1D and creating open communication
(27:29) Her advice for the parent whose kid doesn’t want to take care of themselves
(29:43) Plot Twist: Maureen learns that Lauren’s dad was diagnosed with T1D
(31:40) Archie the diabetic dog
(33:05) What inspired her to write her book and the emotional process
(36:30) The power of journaling and your homework assignment

What to do now:

Learn more about Maureen HERE and read her book Reclaiming Life: A Guide for Parents of Chronically Ill Children
Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Learn more about our coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

101. Breaking Limits in Motherhood and Home Birth with T1D with Brooklyn Powell Jan 09, 2024

Home birth as a mom with T1D? This may not be the “norm” but today’s guest is here to change that and empower YOU. A mom of four, Brooklyn Powell shares her journey from hospital births to a home birth, highlighting the importance of advocating for your birth preferences and creating a peaceful birth experience, while busting through any self-limiting beliefs and societal pressure. Throughout the conversation, Brooklyn emphasizes the importance of trusting your instincts, taking control of your health, and making informed decisions. In this conversation, she discusses how becoming a mother and starting a business at home has pushed her to evolve. With enthusiasm, Brooklyn emphasizes the importance of mindset and overcoming doubts and fears. She encourages listeners to take small steps towards their goals and not compare themselves to others. She also provides practical advice on time management, decluttering, and finding strength through faith. I’ve been SO excited for you to listen to this one!

Time Stamps:

(06:34) Brooklyn’s Reclaim Your Rise as a First Time Mom
(08:09) Brooklyn's Birth Stories: From Hospital to Home Birth
(13:49) The CDC Stats of Home Birth in the US
(18:42) Her Peaceful Home Birth Experience
(21:31) Creating a Peaceful Hospital Birth Experience
(27:00) Advocating for Your Birth Preferences, Backup Plans, & Doctor Involvement
(31:40) Reactions and Criticism
(37:59) Trusting Your Maternal Instincts and Decision Making
(38:49) Personal Growth and Motherhood
(41:52) Finding Purpose and Balancing Motherhood
(44:25) Overcoming Doubts, Fears & Taking Small Steps Towards Goals
(48:18) “I want you to Fail”
(50:10) Her Tips for Time Management as a Mom
(52:32) Declutter Like a Mother and Simplifying
(53:39) The Importance of Faith as a Mom

What to do now:

Follow Brooklyn on IG HERE.
Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Learn more about our coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

100. Navigating the New Year: A Three-Part Framework for Setting Intentions and Overcoming Your Limits Jan 02, 2024

We’re celebrating New Years with our 100th episode on how YOU can start off in the right direction! In 2024, don’t just be a product of time passing. You have agency over your outcomes by setting yourself up for success. In this episode, I share with you a three part framework to do just that, and I also tell you my word of the year. Here’s to 100 episodes and to your beautiful year ahead - get out your journal and let’s do this!

Time Stamps:

(06:43) Don’t just be a product of time passing
(08:25) Choosing a theme of the year
(09:29) Rooted: my theme of 2022
(12:01) Consistency versus quantity of goals
(15:38) Framework part 1: thoughts, beliefs, feelings
(20:31) Framework part 2: take holistic inventory
(23:04) Framework part 3: theme/word of the year
(23:56) My words of the year since 2017
(26:35) My 2024 word of the year
(28:40) How change actually happens
(30:50) The psychology of procrastination

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Learn more and apply for the January 2024 Decide and Conquer Bootcamp HERE.
Enter our 100th Episode GIVEAWAY for your chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card!

To enter: 1. Rate the podcast 2. Subscribe to the podcast 3. Follow @riselyhealth on IG 4. Comment on the January 2nd episode post on our Risely page. Winner announced next week.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

99. Tackling Holiday Stress with T1D and 5 Tips for Feeling Balanced Dec 19, 2023

Do you worry about staying balanced during the holiday season with T1D? The holidays can be stressful enough as it is, but then add in regulating your blood sugar and we have a whole other worry. In this episode, I identify three “archetypes” of people with diabetes and how they approach the holidays based on my personal and professional experience. Plus, I share five of my best T1D tips to not just survive, but THRIVE during this season.

Time Stamps:

(06:30) The 3 types of people with diabetes and how they approach the holidays
(06:43) My hot take on ditching the T1D pressure during holiday season & calling myself out from years past
(10:03) Type 1: The 20% type
(15:51) Type 2: The obsessive type
(18:56) Type 3: The disappointed type
(21:25) Tip 1
(22:02) Tip 2
(22:33) Tip 3
(24:07) Tip 4
(24:25) Tip 5

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Learn more and apply for the January 2024 Decide and Conquer Bootcamp HERE.
Get the T1D Holiday Survival Guide HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

98. Taking up space as a T1D, being seen by community, & the exact coaching exercises that changed her life with Tricia Culligan Dec 12, 2023

It wasn’t until today’s guest thought about becoming a mom that her mindset around diabetes started to shift. I sat down with DCB graduate Tricia Culligan to discuss her experience from eating whatever she wanted and not giving too much energy to her diabetes, to becoming paralyzed by fear at the thought of preparing her body for pregnancy with T1D. Many of us don’t want diabetes to run our lives, and Tricia admitted that she came into the DCB simply for knowledge, but she soon learned that her mindset and community were huge factors in getting to a different place with her T1D. You’ll learn some of DCB’s best mindset hacks and hear Tricia’s transformation, you don’t want to miss this!

Time Stamps:

(08:03) Her personal strategy to work with her body’s patterns for a successful workout that avoids highs and lows
(09:00) Don’t hate on white bread and avoiding labeling foods “good” and “bad’
(10:45) What it was like growing up with a brother who also has diabetes and a father as a doctor after getting diagnosed at 8
(13:43) Her family’s approach to handling her diabetes
(14:40) When the “eat what you want and give insulin” approach stopped working for her after 24 years and how wanting a baby moved her to join DCB
(18:10) The anxiety of preparing her body for a baby as a woman with diabetes
(19:12) The visualization exercise we do in group coaching
(21:11) Her goals for coming to the DCB Bootcamp and how they evolved to include community and mindset
(22:48) The thought train exercises she loves from DCB and that made her aware of her mindset’s impact
(28:19) How community supported her
(31:19) Growing up as a high school girl with T1D, Steel Magnolias, and the narrative that sharing about her diabetes = being “too dramatic”
(36:07) The importance of friends who respect your diabetes
(38:30) The difference her family sees since doing DCB

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Learn more and apply for the January 2024 Decide and Conquer Bootcamp HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

97. The 5 “whens” of insulin optimization Dec 05, 2023

In our culture, we’re often concerned with the why and what of things, but not as much the when. But if you’re like me, you know how precious time is and you want to make sure you’re optimizing your days to live your best life with T1D. So in this episode, I’m giving you 5 specific life areas to think about the “when” of insulin.These are five very tangible areas in your life to focus on insulin timing and amount. Grab a notepad or your Notes app!

Time Stamps:

(04:10) Why I wanted to record this episode and why I’m so focused on time these days
(09:05) Reflections on my busyness and how I’m getting into a flow state instead
(12:20) The book that changed the “when” game for me
(16:52) Area 1: the when of am vs. pm
(18:00) Area 2: the when of meal time insulin dose
(18:57) Area 3: the when of recent activity
(19:37) Area 4: the when of your motivation level
(21:45) Area 5: the when of food temperature

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Learn more and apply for the January 2024 Decide and Conquer Bootcamp HERE.
Sign up for the Diabetes Research Institute Newsletter HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

96. Glucagon: busting the myths of this rescue drug to save lives and reform healthcare education with Xeris CEO Paul Edick Nov 30, 2023

Ever heard someone say you only need glucagon when you’re passed out? In my sit down with Xeris CEO Paul Edick, we discussed the misperceptions and myths surrounding glucagon as a rescue prescription. From the lack of education within the healthcare community to the patients’ misinformation themselves, this is a call to action for patient advocacy and advocates to get everyone with diabetes on a rescue glucagon like Gvoke. That starts with learning proper usage and correct knowledge. This episode could save lives, and I am fully on board with sharing the Gvoke mission!

Time Stamps:

(03:20) Paul’s journey to becoming CEO of Xeris and the “elegance” of Xeris technology
(04:48) The growth of Xeris
(06:41) What is glucagon?
(07:56) The fallacy and myths around glucagon and its proper use.
(09:32) Why did it take so long to innovate glucagon?
(10:50) The statistics of hypoglycemia
(12:33) What is considered a severe low and clinical trials
(15:37) Using education to combat fears of glucagon and going low
(18:15) The number one battle Xeris faces in getting Gvoke into more hands
(20:16) Xeris’ role in educating the healthcare community on proper usage and knowledge
(22:43) A Call to Action for patient advocacy and advocates
(23:33) Standardized procedures for discussing rescue glucagon
(26:00) What Xeris learned from bringing in social influencers to ask questions
(29:08) The future of Xeris, their mission, and the startling statistical comparison to EpiPen for allergies

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Learn more and apply for the January 2024 Decide and Conquer Bootcamp HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

95. Real Talk: Dr. Jamie Felton on being an endocrinologist with T1D Nov 28, 2023

This might be one of the most impactful episodes I’ve ever recorded. In 2022, I received a coaching application from Dr. Jamie Felton that stopped me in my tracks. As an endocrinologist with T1D, she felt a unique pressure to have her diabetes figured out, but the truth is, she was really struggling both physically and mentally. If you’ve ever felt hopeless in your T1D journey or you work with patients, this beautifully honest conversation is for you.

Time Stamps:

(05:00) Why she agreed to come on the show
(07:07) Reclaiming her rise with an acai bowl
(09:54) Growing up with T1D
(11:38) When she knew she wanted to be a doctor
(13:15) The unique pressure of being an endocrinologist with T1D
(17:30) Her lowest point & feeling hopeless
(19:45) The detrimental mindset of not making space for your diabetes
(23:31) Why she had a pessimistic mindset around diabetes & how it started to shift with exercise
(30:13) Why “don’t be hard on yourself” wasn’t the message she needed to hear, battling complacency and struggling to find the right next steps
(36:00) Approaching from curiosity vs. criticism
(39:44) The Risely difference & mental health as a priority
(43:51) How she approaches her endocrinologist visits now
(45:17) Translating her new, personal approach to her patients
(47:25) Lauren expresses her pride & gratitude

What to do now:

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Learn more and apply for the January 2024 Decide and Conquer Bootcamp HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

94. Steal my go-to strategy for quickly lowering my blood sugar Nov 23, 2023

You won’t hear this hot tip from doctors. I tried this hack a couple of years ago in an airplane bathroom, and I couldn’t believe how effective it was at lowering my blood sugar. And when I shared it on Instagram, it took off, much to my surprise! This is why I’m dedicating a short and sweet episode all about it, especially for the holiday season. Let’s learn how to work WITH our bodies to support our blood sugars!

Time Stamps:

(04:24) Stacking insulin and “rage bolusing”
(06:10) The story of how this strategy came to be
(09:50) My hack catches on in the community
(11:03) Addressing the haters and clearing up any confusion
(13:07) Bonus tip: pay attention to what body part your pump is on
(14:52) Your “homework” this week

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Learn more and apply for the January 2024 Decide and Conquer Bootcamp HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

93. Five unexpected things I do every day to set myself up for T1D success Nov 21, 2023

Your endocrinologist won’t share these tips with you. I wanted to make a bite sized episode all about my unexpected tips to set yourself up T1D success. These steps go beyond the basics and are the blueprint for how we approach diabetes in a more holistic way at Risely. Yes - one outcome is more stable blood sugar levels, but it’s more than that. Listen in and take notes - you’re going to get action steps that you can implement right away!

Time Stamps:

(03:26) Getting on the offense of self care
(06:40) Anchoring into the why
(09:35) 1st tip - Honor the tiger stripe
(12:03) 2nd tip - Eat for nourishment & satisfaction
(15:18) 3rd tip - Become attuned to your morning cortisol spikes
(18:02) 4th tip - Check in with your alignment
(23:25) 5th tip - Communicate your needs

What to do now:

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Learn more and apply for the January 2024 Decide and Conquer Bootcamp HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

92. For the love of working out and mental health as a newly diagnosed Type 1 diabetic with Katie Parsons Nov 16, 2023

If you have T1D and love running or staying active, this episode is for you. I sat down with Risely graduate Katie Parsons for an honest discussion on her diagnosis in her early twenties with T1D and her journey since then. We talk about her struggles with mental health, her fear after diagnosis, and how committing to mindset shifts, education, and therapy helped her get back to working out and even running a 10k.

Time Stamps:

(03:00) Running a 10k, her prep, and when Dexcom stopped working
(07:55) What success looks like her for with exercise
(09:07) What her diagnosis was like and what her experience with diabetes was before that
(13:00) How the “don’t die advice” made her terrified to workout for the first 6-9 months
(14:40) On identity and how the diagnosis impacted her mental health with depression
(16:11) The importance of educating yourself
(18:19) The mental shift that helped drive her to get back into running
(20:50) The isolation of being newly diagnosed, feeling left behind, and going to therapy
(26:58) When the flip switched and she found Risely
(29:48) Looking back at her goals in her diabetic health journal
(31:44) Her switch from Omnipod to Tandem t-slim
(34:02) Her piece of advice to the newly diagnosed

What to do now:

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Learn more and apply for the January 2024 Decide and Conquer Bootcamp HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

91. Getting in the driver’s seat of your T1D with Haley Diamond Nov 14, 2023

My guest today was welcomed into her thirties by being told she had T1D. Join me for a fun conversation with Risely graduate, Haley Diamond as she shares her diagnosis, her three step approach to getting help, finding support and knowledge in unexpected places, and how she boldly shared her diabetes in the corporate space. You’ll even catch Haley and I singing to a Miley Cyrus song, so please enjoy this encouraging, uplifting episode.

Time Stamps:

(07:11) Experimenting with insulin while doing HIIT workouts and reclaiming her rise
(09:37) Getting diagnosed at 30, information overload, and isolation after diagnosis
(11:30) Approaching her diabetes as a “Junior Project Manager” and falling into the online rabbit hole of fixes
(14:29) Her 3 steps for being vulnerable and asking for help
(19:05) On finding consistent knowledge and depth of community
(21:26) Finding joy again in food & exercise
(22:54) Miley Cyrus song inspo & your numbers as feedback versus a grade
(25:50) Vets learning from the rookies and rookies learning from the vets
(27:40) Having support from those in the non-diabetic community too
(30:52) Her diagnosis story and how unrelated pain got her diagnosed
(37:15) The road to learning insulin
(41:25) Reflecting back on her journey, where she’s at now, & little joys
(44:13) Her boldness in sharing on LinkedIn

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Learn more and apply for the January 2024 Decide and Conquer Bootcamp HERE.
Link to sign up for Diabetes Research Institute newsletter - HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

90. T1D disaster preparedness and traveling with temperature sensitive insulin with Dan & Lisa Katzki Nov 09, 2023

It’s the thing no one really wants to think about, but what happens to your temperature sensitive insulin in a disaster emergency? Sure, the zombie apocalypse seems less likely, but a hurricane or earthquake? Or even simply traveling? Those are very real. I admit, I hadn’t much thought about this, but after talking to Dan & Lisa Katzki about the Frio insulin cooling case, I’ve realized how important this conversation about disaster preparedness is. Dan has been a diabetic since 1986 and Lisa is an RN with a speciality in disasters. This episode is convicting in the best way to be prepared and have one less worry with T1D.

Time Stamps:

(05:08) When Dan met Frio & the difficulties of traveling with T1D
(08:24) Dan on the fear of “not having your oxygen” and Lauren admits her lack of disaster prep in the past
(09:50) Lisa’s incredible Frio story following Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico and 11 months of no electricity
(13:58) The temperature insulin needs to be stored at and educating ourselves
(18:06) Peace of mind and temperature as one less thing to worry about with T1D
(19:59) How Frio works as an evaporative cooler
(23:36) The most common Frio sizes
(24:42) Where to buy Frio
(29:19) As a disaster specialist RN, what would Lisa say to people who don’t think of worst case scenario?

What to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Learn more and apply for the January 2024 Decide and Conquer Bootcamp HERE.
www.FRIOCase.com - this is where you can learn about and purchase the FRIO® Medication Cooling Case.
Disaster Supplies Kit for PWDs - here’s a valuable checklist to ensure a good outcome in a bad situation.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

89. Misdiagnosed: my dad's complicated journey to a T1D diagnosis at 64 years old Nov 07, 2023

It’s the thing I wish I didn’t have in common with my dad, but he’s back on the show after his T1D diagnosis this year after a T2D misdiagnosis. Join me and my dad, Peter Bongiorno, for a candid conversation about his confusing road to a correct diagnosis, the wild moment I had a suspicion that he was Type 1, his outlook on the disease, letting go of control, his inspiration from parenting me, and his recommendations for getting a correct diagnosis.

Time Stamps:

(10:14) Peter’s medical history and the confusing road to a correct diagnosis
(12:30) Peter’s mindset when he was first told he was pre-diabetic
(13:35) His aortic aneurysm diagnosis
(17:14) Lauren’s panic attacks and mental health distress around her father’s aneurysm
(21:06) His extreme diet changes and how nothing was working to maintain his A1C
(24:53) His reaction when his A1C comes back at 7.1 in December 2022 and getting on Metformin for Type 2 Diabetes
(26:10) Lauren “wakes up” and has T1D suspicions for her father
(32:34) The marker tests for T1D that Peter took and getting back the results
(35:22) Why Lauren was uncertain if he had T1D for the longest time and a common reason for misdiagnosis with T2D.
(40:04) His outlook on his diagnosis, letting go of control, being courageous, and his inspiration from Lauren
(57:14) Peter’s recommendations for people who are concerned they are being misdiagnosed

What to do now:

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4AllFamily creates products that help people protect their insulin and they have more than 200,000 customers worldwide in USA, Canada, Australia, India, and soon Europe. The majority of their staff also lives with T1D which are companies I always love to support, so if you don't yet have one of their insulin protectors, you can check out their products - available on Amazon and directly from the 4allfamily website.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

88. My 23rd Diaversary: A heart-to-heart with my mom, Michele Bongiorno Nov 01, 2023

Meet my mom, Michele! My mom and I sat down for the first time to honestly discuss my diagnosis and her experience as my mother. From the moment she first learned of the diagnosis, to my first sleepover and letting go of control, she opens up about her perspective and approach. This one’s a mother-daughter tear jerker and you don’t want to miss it.

Time Stamps:

(05:30) Talking vulnerably about diabetes with family
(12:19) The moment Michele learned of Lauren’s diagnosis & a learning curve
(17:10) On how instinct informed her mindset & approach
(18:27) How Lauren’s diagnosis impacted the family
(19:16) Leaving Lauren with a babysitter for the first time & letting go of control
(23:18) Lauren’s first sleepover
(25:37) Lauren’s visit to Italy in high school & Michele’s thoughts on holding her back
(36:15) The family’s relationship to diabetes research and finding a cure
(45: 30) Doing your best as a parent & owning your “different”
(49:26) Did she foresee Lauren’s career?
(53:57) “Thank you for keeping me alive”

3 things to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Join us for our annual virtual National Diabetes Awareness Month event: Rising Above T1D. This is a live event for reclaiming your life with T1D that will bring thousands of people together from this global community. You don’t want to miss it. Register for FREE here.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

87. Takeaways from 6 Weeks without a CGM with Coach Trista Oct 24, 2023

Trista Johnson returns to the pod! Trista is a nationally board-certified health coach on the Risely team. She was diagnosed at the age of four, and her work as an educator and learning specialist naturally led her into the role of head coach in our family group coaching program. In this episode, Trista recaps her experience going without a CGM for six weeks. She shares the ups and downs and in-betweens, as well as her experience growing up with a father with T1D, their relationship, and how it's changed over the years.

Time Stamps:

(07:12) The reason why Trista went without a CGM for six weeks
(15:28) Why going tech-less was actually helpful for her
(29:33) The story of Trista and her T1D dad going on a 5 mile hike - both CGM-less
(33:37) Lessons Trista and her father have learned from each other throughout their type one journeys

3 things to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Join us for our annual virtual National Diabetes Awareness Month event: Rising Above T1D. This is a live event for reclaiming your life with T1D that will bring thousands of people together from this global community. You don’t want to miss it. Register for FREE here.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

86. The Challenges and Rewards of Asking for Help as a Man with Type One Diabetes Oct 17, 2023

I cannot wait for you to listen to today’s episode with Risely Coaching Graduate Jesse Hoyt! Jesse was misdiagnosed with type two diabetes eleven years ago at the age of 26. He has always led a busy life traveling and hiking throughout North America, South America, and Europe. Jesse’s wife introduced him to Risely after a particularly high blood sugar night and recommended that he seek help. This led Jesse to embark on a new adventure: a holistic diabetes transformation that helped him realize that he doesn’t have to be perfect and that he can ask for help.

Time Stamps:

(06:22) Jesse’s experience with an initial misdiagnosis as type two
(11:20) The practical things that you have to think about when embarking on a multi-day hike as a T1D
(28:26) His relationship with asking for help as a male Latino
(31:40) Jesse’s journey lowering his A1C from 7.8 A1C to a 7.0 in three months and increasing TIR from 58% to over 70% consistently

3 things to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Join us for our annual virtual National Diabetes Awareness Month event: Rising Above T1D. This is a live event for reclaiming your life with T1D that will bring thousands of people together from this global community. You don’t want to miss it. Register for FREE here.
See if you’re eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/rise

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

85. Overcoming Low Blood Sugar Anxiety and Trusting Your Body with Nicole Trone Oct 10, 2023

Today on the show, we have Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Program alum Nicole Trone. When I first met Nicole, she had extreme low blood sugar anxiety and could not build trust with her body's patterns. She has had one of the biggest mindset transformations I've ever seen from a Risley coaching program. In this episode, Nicole shares her chaotic diagnosis story and her journey to overcoming her debilitating anxiety.

Time Stamps:

(10:11) Nicole’s experience going on an eight-month study abroad trip to Barcelona just three days after being diagnosed with T1D
(17:28) The low that happened the night before she got engaged that caused her relationship with diabetes to severely decline
(42:38) The diabetes approach that changed Nicole’s life and helped her regain trust in her body's patterns
(46:20) Details on her experience training her diabetic alert dog

3 things to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Join us for our annual virtual National Diabetes Awareness Month event: Rising Above T1D. This is a live event for reclaiming your life with T1D that will bring thousands of people together from this global community. You don’t want to miss it. Register for FREE here.
See if you’re eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/rise

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

84. Storytime: My Surprisingly Emotional 10K Run Oct 03, 2023

Welcome back to the podcast! Today we have a fun storytime episode about the 10k that I ran two days ago as a non-runner. Let’s just say it was a very eventful day, and there's a lot to debrief on! Whether or not you have type one diabetes, this is a great episode to listen to if you're prepping for a race, trying to get into running or simply just trying to exercise more.

Time Stamps:

(08:17) Why I almost backed out of the race
(12:48) How I approached managing my blood sugars that led me to stay at 100% time-in-range
(16:22) What made me surprisingly emotional while running
(19:02) How I managed when my CGM disconnected during the race
(20:33) The three main takeaways that I learned as a self-proclaimed “non-runner”

3 things to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
See if you’re eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/rise
Register for our FREE A1C masterclass HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

83. The Truth About Weight Loss and T1D Sep 26, 2023

In today’s episode, we're having an open conversation about body image and weight loss goals for people living with type one diabetes. I do want to give a trigger warning that I do talk about dieting and body recomposition. So please skip this if you are not in a good place to explore these topics.

Time Stamps:

(15:00) What body neutrality is and why I believe it’s important to reframe the body positivity movement
(22:00) How to shift the focus away from aesthetics and weight and onto your overall health and blood sugars
(31:00) Why taking insulin for the food that you need to fuel your body is not something to fear.

Write to hello@riselyhealth.com and let us know if this is an episode format that you liked along with any questions that you have that you’d like for us to answer in future episodes!
Go beyond the basics in our FREE A1C masterclass and learn what has helped hundreds of our clients lower their A1C and transform their everyday life with T1D. Save your seat HERE.

3 things to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
See if you’re eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/rise
Register for our FREE A1C masterclass HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

82. Q+A: Hypo Anxiety, Control IQ, and More on How to Lower your A1C Sep 19, 2023

Today on the show, we have a special Q&A with Risely Coach and T1D of 17 years, Brooke Cassoff! Brooke is a national board-certified health coach and avid international traveler, runner, and educator. We’re answering five juicy listener questions on the topic of lowering your A1C!

Time Stamps:

(17:57) How do you compensate for rebound highs when your pump shuts off when it sees a low blood sugar?
(23:36) How do you actually get an A1C that’s reflective of your control
(28:44) How do you overcome hypo fears with the goal of lowering your A1C?
(38:00) How do you continue to eat the foods you like without your numbers going up?
(44:14) How do you reduce hovering overnight highs?

Write to hello@riselyhealth.com and let us know if this is an episode format that you liked along with any questions that you have that you’d like for us to answer in future episodes!
Go beyond the basics in our FREE A1C masterclass and learn what has helped hundreds of our clients lower their A1C and transform their everyday life with T1D. Save your seat HERE.

3 things to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
See if you’re eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/rise
Register for our FREE A1C masterclass HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

81. Making Mistakes as a T1D Parent, Diabetes Camp for Kids, and Taking the Burden Off Your Child with Erin Hayden-Baldauf Sep 12, 2023

If you're a parent of a child with diabetes, especially if they're recently diagnosed, you are going to get a lot out of this episode! Erin Hayden-Baldauf has a Ph.D. in Literacy Education and is a busy mom to four children. Her youngest was diagnosed with type one 10 years ago at just 15 months old. After her son's diagnosis, Erin merged her passions for writing, being a mother, and her mission to help parents advocate for themselves and their children by authoring multiple books about diabetes.

Time Stamps:

(03:26) The challenges of breastfeeding a child with type one
(13:00) How a parent’s journey is separate from their child’s
(14:05) The importance of giving yourself grace when you make a diabetes dosing mistake
(25:49)The debate of whether to wake your kid up or not when they are sleeping and have a high or a low
(31:22) The ins and outs of sending your child to diabetes camp for the first time

Find Erin’s non-fiction book for adults, “Ten Tiny Fingers, Ten Tiny Toes: Caring for the Type 1 Diabetic Infant & Child” HERE.
Find Erin’s fiction series for children, “The Sugar Squad Chronicles” HERE.

3 things to do now:

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
See if you’re eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/rise
Learn more about Risely’s T1D parent coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

80. Lessons Learned from a Year in Europe as an Ex-Pat with T1D Mom Lacey Weisbaum Sep 05, 2023

We have a great guest on the show today, Lacey Weisbaum.

Lacey is an ex-pat, an English teacher, and a mom to three boys under 10. Her son Ethan was diagnosed with T1D before his second birthday. Her family was one of the earliest families that I coached back in 2016, so they'll always have a super special place in my heart.

One year ago, Lacey and her family moved to Italy from Chicago for her husband, Brian's job. Together, they’re learning how to live a slower and more intentional life, how to navigate T1D in a foreign country, and how to appreciate the cultural shifts and differences from life in the US.

We also talk about…

The diabetes-related logistics that Lacey and her husband had to consider before moving internationally
The differences in health and wellness in Europe vs. America
The implications of testing family members to see if they have markers for T1D
… and so much more!

This episode is not just for parents with T1D kids, this is a conversation truly anyone will find fascinating.
We are excited to host another FREE community challenge starting September 11, 2023! Get ready to fall back into rhythm with the community and an intentional T1D routine. Learn more and sign up HERE.

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Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

See if you’re eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/rise

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
The Diabetic Health Journal - the tool we use with all of our coaching clients. Grab your copy HERE.
The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HERE.
Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

79. How This T1D Ended Up Being a Stuntman for Marvel Movies and Leading a Life of Adventure with Olly Rowland Aug 29, 2023

Our guest for today’s episode, Olly Rowland, has such an exciting and unique story to share!
When Olly was diagnosed with T1D at the age of 17, his doctors discouraged him from pursuing his dream job of being a stuntman and told him he should stick to working in an office. Instead of heeding this advice, Olly set out to prove them wrong.

Not only has Olly worked as a stuntman on major Hollywood films like Guardians of the Galaxy, Captain America: The First Avenger, and Snow White and the Huntsman, but he also manages some of the top musicians in entertainment including Dolly Parton, Mya, KC & The Sunshine Band, Kenny G. and more!

Olly also documents his journey on The Diabetic Adventurer with the goal of helping young and newly diagnosed diabetics realize their diabetes doesn’t have to stop them from leading an extraordinary life.

In this jam-packed episode, we discuss...

Overcoming the fear of judgment when giving T1D injections on Hollywood sets
Adapting to unique and unpredictable environments during stunt work and adventure travel
Transitioning from daily injections to Dexcom G6 and Omnipod 5
Finding support for his type one through community and technology
…and so much more!

Follow Olly on Instagram HERE.
Follow The Diabetic Adventurer HERE.
Find more info on The Adventurists HERE.

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See if you’re eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/rise

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
The Diabetic Health Journal - the tool we use with all of our coaching clients. Grab your copy HERE.
The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

78. Getting Diagnosed with T1D via Tiktok, Nerding Out Over Diabetes tech, and Long Covid with Justin Eastzer Aug 22, 2023

I cannot wait for you to listen to today’s episode with special guest, Justin Eastzer!

Justin was diagnosed with T1D in May 2021, and with the help of the diabetes community on TikTok, was inspired to document his journey. His goal was to educate and help others feel less alone as he learned how to manage his diabetes. He has continued to share his experiences and diabetes management on social media in an effort to provide more education, support, and self-love in the diabetes community.

In this episode, we discuss...

The health diagnosis Justin experienced at the age of 21 that prepared him in a unique way for his T1D diagnosis years later
The exciting new ways that the world of diabetes tech advancements is progressing
The DIY looping community and why Justin uses it over a commercial insulin pump
The effect long haul Covid has had on Justin’s life with T1D

Follow Justin on Instagram HERE.
🎧Listen to The Diabetech Podcast HERE.

Purchase the Beef Liver Supplements we mentioned HERE.

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Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

See if you’re eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/rise

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
The Diabetic Health Journal - the tool we use with all of our coaching clients. Grab your copy HERE.
The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HERE.
Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

77. What is "enough?"An episode for T1D perfectionists Aug 15, 2023

Welcome back to the podcast! Today’s episode will be a little different because we’re NOT discussing how to lower your A1C or increase your time in range. Those are all important things and are covered in many episodes of Reclaim Your Rise, BUT today we’re focusing on mindset and self-compassion, specifically for perfectionists.

The truth is, your personality type plays a big role in managing diabetes: from your strengths, to your roadblocks, to how you *relate* to it. And, as a recovering perfectionist myself, I feel like in the T1D realm we often get the short end of the stick in receiving the type of support we need to feel better with our diabetes or to move forward in our lives.

In this episode, I’ll share five mindset reframes and journaling prompts that can help you discover the aspects of your life as a perfectionist that may be inhibiting your progress in finding freedom and peace of mind with diabetes.

We are now enrolling for the next round of the Decide and Conquer Bootcamp, our signature group coaching program for women with T1D. Spots are limited and we begin August 22nd. Learn more and apply HERE.

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!
Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.
See if you’re eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/rise

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
The doors for our signature group coaching program are open! Learn more and apply HERE.
The Diabetic Health Journal - the tool we use with all of our coaching clients. Grab your copy HERE.
The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

76. Confronting the Parts of T1D That Aren't Talked About Enough Through Community with Sally Gibney Aug 08, 2023

Welcome back to the podcast! Today's guest is Sally Gibney, who was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes four and a half years ago.

Sally is a senior project manager at the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University, where she provides leadership in developing and executing program strategies for catalyzing innovative practice change in pediatrics. She also hosts the Center's podcast, The Brain Architects. Sally lives in Boston, Massachusetts with her partner, Charlie, and their newborn son, James.

I met Sally about nine months ago when she enrolled in our Decide and Conquer Bootcamp. Despite looking like the “perfect” type 1 on paper with a 5.9 A1C and 91% time and range, she was experiencing intense diabetes burnout.

Now, almost a year later, she's here with us today to share her story about…

Reclaiming her mental health with T1D
Transitioning from daily injections to an insulin pump for the first time
Finding a diabetes community that helped her unlock more freedom with T1D than she thought was possible
Going through IVF with type one diabetes and becoming a first-time parent
Overcoming perfectionism with her numbers
…and so much more!

We are now enrolling for the next round of the Decide and Conquer Bootcamp, our signature group coaching program for women with T1D. Spots are limited and we begin August 22nd. Learn more and apply HERE.

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!
Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.
See if you’re eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/rise

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HERE.
Recently diagnosed with T1D? Access specific resources for you HERE.
Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

75. 5 Tips for Optimal Blood Sugars When You're Out of Routine Aug 01, 2023

It's undeniably harder for us all, including myself, to manage our blood sugars when we are traveling, going out to eat, or any other spontaneous events that come up. Afterall, diabetes thrives in a routine.
BUT that doesn’t mean that we can’t feel good about our blood sugars while living with freedom and flexibility to enjoy life’s out of routine moments.

I feel like this is a perfect time to discuss this topic because I'm coming off four weeks in a row of being more out of routine than in one.
In today’s episode, I’m sharing the 5 key factors that helped me maintain 86% TIR throughout a month in which I…

✅ Traveled to San Diego, Newport RI, Montauk, and Chicago
✅ Changed time zones
✅ Sat for long hours in the car/plane
✅ Had different food, exercise, and sleep routines
✅ Spent time in hot, humid weather
✅ Enjoyed a few drinks

You will learn both the tactical pieces to consider when you're going out of your routine and the one major mindset shift that has helped me and over 600 coaching clients at Risely.

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.
See if you’re eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/rise

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
The doors for our signature group coaching program are open! Learn more and apply HERE.
The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HERE.
Recently diagnosed with T1D? Access specific resources for you HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

74. Reflecting on Resentment, Vulnerability, and Lessons Learned 1 Year After Her T1D Diagnosis with Soph Mosca Jul 25, 2023

I am so excited about today's episode for two reasons!

First, we have a special guest on the pod, Content Creator Extraordinaire Soph Mosca.

The second reason is that this is the official kickoff episode for the Reclaim Your Rise Podcast on YouTube. So that means that you can not only listen, but you can also watch HERE.

Soph was diagnosed with T1D a little over a year ago, in April of 2022, the day before she graduated from college. As a content creator with a social media following of over 1 million people, Soph was already used to sharing the highs and lows of her life. After her diagnosis, Soph didn’t hold back on sharing her journey with type one. She had to learn how to navigate a new type of online noise: people's misjudgments about T1D and unsolicited advice on how to manage it.

In this episode, we discuss how she handles the online noise along with…

Her diagnosis story and near-death experience
Her journey with accepting her diagnosis
Her experience with diabetes burnout
Her vision that she has for her life with diabetes

Follow Soph on social HERE.
Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!
Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.
See if you’re eligible for an Omnipod trial, plus find full safety info and terms and conditions at www.omnipod.com/rise

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
The doors for our signature group coaching program are open! Learn more and apply HERE.
The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HERE.
Recently diagnosed with T1D? Access specific resources for you HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

73. Managing Blood Sugar Before, During, and After Exercise with Type One Diabetes Jul 18, 2023

Welcome back to the pod! Today you all get “peak state” Lauren, I have been in 100% time and range the last two days so I’m in the ideal headspace to share with you my strategies for staying in range before, during, and after exercise.

I’m sharing advice from years of my own personal experience transitioning from going high or low during exercise to being in range 99% of the time. I’ll also share insight from the experiences of 600+ Risely coaching members.

In this jam-packed episode, I go over…

The most common frustrations with exercise and blood sugars
Five tactical pieces to consider when crafting your workout strategy (plus one bonus)
The importance of shifting your mindset to what is possible rather than what hasn't worked
… and so much more!

Thank you all so much for being part of this journey. I hope you have some takeaways from this episode. If you do, please share them with me on Instagram at @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth! That’s also the best way to stay in the loop on when new episodes drop.

We are now enrolling for our Fall 2023 Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Program. Learn more about the DCB and apply HERE.

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Our 12 week workout program designed for T1Ds HERE
A FREE guide to increasing insulin sensitivity HERE.
The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

72. Rediscovering Yourself After a T1D Diagnosis at 46 Jul 11, 2023

Welcome back everyone! In today’s episode, I sit down with Adia Corley to discuss the topic of Adult Diagnosis. She was diagnosed with T1D in November 2020 at the age of 46.

We talk about...

How her diagnosis unfolded
How she overcame her fear of giving insulin
How a stranger at Whole Foods set her off on the path to reclaiming her life
How she was able to go from an A1C of 7.4 with 50% time in range to 6.6 with 80% time and range
How her process of learning about T1D didn’t bring her back to herself, but led her to become an even better version of herself.

We are now enrolling for our Fall 2023 Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Program. If you are curious about the transformation Adia talks about in this episode, learn more about the DCB and apply HERE.
Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!
Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Our 12 week workout program designed for T1Ds HERE
A FREE guide to increasing insulin sensitivity HERE.
The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

71. Ask Me Anything and 30th Birthday Reflections Jul 05, 2023

Today we have a special solo episode in honor of my 30th birthday, which I’m celebrating on July 8th!

So today’s episode has two sections…

In the first part, I answer questions that you all submitted on Instagram about diabetes resentment, exercise and its impact on blood sugars, navigating a new diagnosis, and getting pregnant as a T1D.

In the second part, I get reflective and share the top three most impactful lessons that I learned in my 20s that are applicable not only to type one diabetes but can also to life in general!

Thank you all so much for being part of this journey. I hope you have some takeaways from this episode. If you do, please share them with me on Instagram at @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth! That’s also the best way to stay in the loop on when new episodes drop.

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Our 12 week workout program designed for T1Ds HERE
A FREE guide to increasing insulin sensitivity HERE
The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

70. Firing His Endo, Taking Things Into His Own Hands, and the Transformation That Followed with Cory Fowler Jun 27, 2023

Today on the pod, we have a Risely coaching alum, Cory Fowler in the house! Cory is 27 years old, lives in New Jersey with his fiance Michelle, and was diagnosed with type one diabetes 10 years ago right before college at the age of 17.

Back in March of this year, I shared part of Cory’s diabetes story on social media and was not expecting it to be as impactful as it was… Let’s just say the response was staggering. In the post, I read a letter that Cory got from his endocrinologist that was incredibly unsupportive, demeaning and eventually led to Cory firing him. You can watch the video on my Instagram HERE.

The positive thing that came from Cory receiving that letter was that it motivated him to take his diabetes into his own hands and join Risely’s coaching program. In just over three months, Cory’s A1C went from 8.4 to a 6.7 and his time in range went from 35% to 60%!

I can’t wait for you to learn more about Cory’s journey finding a new endocrinologist and how he learned how to adjust his insulin needs around his routine to make his diabetes management work for him!

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Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
The 7-step process we've used to help 600+ T1Ds lower their A1C while increasing their TIR HERE
For Newly Diagnosed T1Ds HERE
Get more T1D tips HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

69. How to Manage T1D & ADHD with Dr. Elana Dumont Jun 20, 2023

Dr. Elana Dumont is here with us on the podcast today to discuss navigating ADHD and T1D. This is Elana’s second time on the show (she was on episode 4!) and we’re super excited to welcome her back.

Elana is a NY State licensed clinical psychologist specializing in working with children, teens, and adults with mood and anxiety disorders. She was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes when she was 23 years old and is a passionate member of Risely’s Advisory Board.

In this episode, we talk about...

The parts of executive functioning that people with ADHD experience and how they show up when paired with diabetes
The specific challenges and solutions around hyper-fixation on blood sugars
The steps for getting yourself motivated to complete tasks, emotional regulation, staying organized
…and much more!

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Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
A FREE guide to lowering your A1C HERE
For Newly Diagnosed T1Ds HERE
For T1D nutrition strategies and 7 day meal plan HERE
Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

68. Discussing Maternal Well-Being and Why 94% of Mothers are Burned Out with T1D Mom Erin Erenburg Jun 13, 2023

I am so excited for our guest today who is a graduate of Risley's coaching program for parents of kids with TID diabetes, Erin Erenberg.

Erin is a mother of three children, attorney, founder, and CEO of Totum Women - a community-powered platform supporting working mothers. She is also the executive director and president of the Chamber of Mothers, which advocates in Congress for national paid leave, affordable and consistent childcare, and focuses America's priorities on mothers' rights.

Her oldest son George was diagnosed with T1D at age 7 in May 2020 during the height of COVID.

Today we talk about...

The different roles Erin and her husband fell into after George’s TID diagnosis
The importance of getting to the root cause of your child acting out
The relationship she developed with George’s school nurse
The stages of grief and heightened emotions she experienced with George’s diagnosis and her journey to finding peace and acceptance

Learn more about Totum Women HERE
Learn more about the Chamber of Mothers HERE

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Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

Learn more about Risely’s T1D family coaching program HERE

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
For Newly Diagnosed T1Ds HERE
For T1D nutrition strategies and 7 day meal plan - HERE
Get more T1D tips HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

67. Navigating Breast Cancer and T1D: A Story of Resilience and Community Jun 06, 2023

We have a remarkable guest on the show today, Nikki Abara.

I first met Nikki in January 2021 when she came to Risley for coaching after living with type one for 42 years. She is a pediatric ER nurse, wife, and mother.

After dedicating her life to caring for others, she finally realized that she needed support in prioritizing her own health, so she joined the DCB. Nikki’s A1C before joining was an 8.3 with 40% time in range and, after coaching, she was able to lower it sustainably to a 6.6 with 80% time in range.

Nikki was feeling healthy and unstoppable… before an unexpected turn of events. In February 2022, at 43 years old, she was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer.

In this emotional episode, Nikki shares her journey of navigating her cancer diagnosis with T1D. You will be shocked when you hear what happened with Nikki's blood sugars and A1C during treatment. Her story really shows how resilient type one diabetics can be in the face of major challenges.

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Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
For Newly Diagnosed T1Ds HERE
For T1D nutrition strategies and 7 day meal plan - HERE
Get more T1D tips HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

66. Story time: The Worst High Blood Sugar I've Had in a While May 30, 2023

Welcome to this week’s podcast! Today I’m getting vulnerable with you again and sharing one of the worst high blood sugar days that I've had in a while. In this story-time style episode, I will debrief you on exactly what happened and how Trista, one of the wonderful coaches at Risely, helped me realize that it wasn’t just ONE issue but a combination of things that caused such high blood sugars.

Whether intentional or unintentional, as T1Ds we are used to hiding the daily ups and downs that we experience from the people around us. This is part of why it can feel like diabetes is such an invisible condition because there's so much that we do daily that no one knows about.

My hope is that you can take the lessons from this podcast and apply them to your own life with diabetes, so you feel less alone and more equipped to manage your lows.

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Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get more T1D tips with this free download HERE.
Join the Risely T1D community in our free Facebook group HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

65. Nina Gelbke on Blood Sugar Perfectionism, Plant Based Nutrition, and Endurance Sports with T1D May 23, 2023

We have our first ever Australian T1D guest today, Nina Gelbke. Nina developed a passion for nutrition after being diagnosed at age 9 and after struggling with an eating disorder throughout highschool.
She is an accredited nutritionist and sports nutritionist (BHSc), CrossFit trainer, and competitive athlete. Her aim as a plant-based nutritionist and fitness coach is to educate, support and empower her clients with food.
In this episode we talk about...

Her struggle with blood sugar perfectionism - what helped her change her mindset and how it’s still a work in progress
The value of eating not just for insulin sensitivity, but also for happiness
Nina’s exact approach to prepare for a 4k ocean swim (and how she didn’t go low during it!)
The importance of trial and error for learning how to fuel your body for different activities

Follow Nina on Instagram HERE.

I do want to give a trigger warning that we touch on diets and disordered eating. So please skip this if you are not in a good place to explore these topics.

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Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
For Newly Diagnosed T1Ds HERE
For T1D nutrition strategies and 7 day meal plan - HERE
Get more T1D tips HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

64. The Shocking News of Getting Discharged from the Airforce because of T1D and What Came Next with Neil Greathouse May 16, 2023

I cannot wait for you to listen to today’s episode with special guest, Neil Greathouse!

Neil is a board-certified diabetes educator, director of the Bike Beyond documentary, filmmaker, and educator who provides daily videos about T1D through his Instagram @thebetes. He has also led seven mission trips to remote cities in Peru to provide diabetes supplies and education to the people there.

He wasn’t always so active in the diabetes realm, though. In 1992, after spending four years, seven months, and 11 days in training for the United States Air Force, Neil was diagnosed with type one diabetes and discharged from the military.

In this episode, we discuss...

How Neil’s denial that something was wrong with his body during Air Force training led him to go blind for a week and have a dangerously high blood sugar reading of 1800
How his rock bottom moment led to him reclaiming ownership of his diabetes
How he manages his diabetes while going on trips to remote places in the world
How important it is to feel seen and heard as a type one
How Neil works to spread positivity online in the diabetes space

Follow Neil on Instagram HERE

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
For Newly Diagnosed T1Ds HERE
For T1D nutrition strategies and 7 day meal plan - HERE
Get more T1D tips HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

63. Managing T1D, Celiac Disease, and PCOS: Insights from Janae Cox May 09, 2023

We are celebrating all of the mothers today - especially those raising children with T1D!

Our guest, Janae Cox, lives in Utah with her husband Kevin, and five children under fourteen. Her oldest, Kolbie, was diagnosed with T1D in July of 2020, then celiac disease shortly after. Janae is the founder of Clean Monday Meals and also has celiac disease and polycystic ovarian syndrome.

In this episode, we discuss...

How a traumatic low blood sugar incident with Kolbie sent her into helicopter-mom mode and what she did to regroup
How she meal preps gluten-free for a family of seven
How she balances work, motherhood, and taking care of herself
How she and her husband raise their kids on the values of service and honest communication

Check out Clean Monday Meals HERE and Janae’s new seasonings HERE

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Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
For Newly Diagnosed T1Ds HERE
For T1D nutrition strategies and 7 day meal plan - HERE
Get more T1D tips HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

62. What I Eat to Maintain an A1C Below 6.0 and 80% Time in Range with T1D May 02, 2023

This week I’m diving into the topic of diet and improving your relationship with food as a type one. I’ll be sharing the five foundational components of my T1D nutrition philosophy and getting a bit personal with my diet, background, and where I've been with my relationship with food.

Navigating food with T1D can be overwhelming, so if you…

Are confused by the extreme ways of eating being pushed within the community
Want to eat what you like without your blood sugars suffering
Wish you could get to a place where food doesn’t take up as much of your mental energy

… then you’re going to want to listen to this episode because I’m sharing:

The journey I went on to get to where I am today with my relationship to food
The 5 key components of the system I’ve created that works for my body
*how* you can get to this middle ground and have more peace of mind and steady blood sugars.

I do want to give a trigger warning that I do talk about dieting and tracking macros. So please skip this if you are not in a good place to explore these topics.
On May 14th we are hosting a Risely Community Challenge that anyone who has our 7 Day Nutrition and Blood Sugar Guide can be part of. We’ll all be following the Guide together to focus on specific habits and strategies to optimize post-meal numbers, learn our specific body’s patterns with different foods, and slow down, turn inwards, and center ourselves into the wisdom that already exists within each of our bodies.
The Guide includes over 50 recipes with all carb, fat, and protein counts listed out. You’ll get daily emails that outline the focus of the day to provide accountability and motivation.

Grab the Guide HERE! (already have it? You will automatically be included in the 7 day challenge :))
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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get more T1D tips HERE.
Access our Cornerstone Classes HERE.
Grab your own Diabetic Health Journal HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim our Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before changing your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

61. Essential Tips for Newly Diagnosed Adult T1Ds with Risely Coach Emily Peterson Apr 25, 2023

Today’s episode is specifically for community members who have been newly diagnosed with type one diabetes. There's no definitive cutoff of when you are no longer “newly diagnosed,” but I will say that this episode is a must-listen if you’ve been diagnosed in the last three or so years.

My co-host and guest today is Risely Health Coach Emily Peterson! Emily was diagnosed with T1D two and a half years ago and lives in the Dallas Fort Worth area with her husband Corbin. Fun fact: they're both paragliding pilots!

This is also a great episode to send to family members or partners so that they can gain more insight into what you might be going through with your new diagnosis as an adult with type one.

In this episode, we discuss…

The underwhelming support Emily received from her healthcare team at diagnosis
The main challenges we see newly diagnosed T1Ds face around their relationship to food, body, and self
The mindset shift Emily used to help her feel more comfortable with taking insulin
The most important things to focus on while you're in the beginning phases of your journey with diabetes

I do want to give a trigger warning that we do talk about weight, diets, and body image. So please skip this if you are not in a good place to explore these topics.

There are 2 weeks left to enroll in our Spring 2023 Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Program. Learn more and apply HERE.
Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
For Newly Diagnosed T1Ds HERE
For T1D nutrition strategies and 7 day meal plan - HERE
Get more T1D tips HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

60. Overcoming Misdiagnosis, Burnout, and Reclaiming Your Life with T1D Apr 18, 2023

Today, we are chatting with our guest DCB graduate Amy Balch.

Amy lives in Minnesota with her husband, Jake. She is a senior visual designer at a software development company and runs a food blog called The Delectable Diabetic. Amy was diagnosed with T1D eight years ago when she was 22 years old.

In this episode, Amy shares a very personal story about how after going to the doctor for a UTI, she was misdiagnosed as a type two diabetic. She went three years before receiving the correct diagnosis.

We talk about...

How at the peak of her life in 2021 with a new job, a beautiful home, and a great relationship she was in the darkest part of her diabetes burnout
How she became more confident in her management than ever before
How she gained the courage to switch over from MDI to an insulin pump
How plant-based eating helped her find the joy of cooking again
How she lowered her A1C from 7.1 to a 6.3

There are 3 weeks left to enroll in our Spring 2023 Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Program. If you are curious about the transformation Amy talks about in this episode, learn more about the DCB and apply HERE.
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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
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Get more T1D tips HERE.
Access our Cornerstone Classes HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

59. What Every Parent Needs to Know About the Early Days of a Child’s T1D Diagnosis Apr 13, 2023

Today’s episode with Abby Cooper our Nationally Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach and Coaching Specialist at Risely, is dedicated exclusively to parents and caregivers of children with T1D!

At Risely, Abby helps individuals and parents of T1D kids navigate diabetes so that they can feel more confident and have more peace of mind with the numbers, food, hormones, and all of the factors that often feel very overwhelming.

Abby and her family live just outside of Nashville, Tennessee. In 2019, Abby's son, Shay was diagnosed with T1D at the age of seven.

In this episode, Abby shares her experience with…

The early days of her son's diagnosis
The journey of parenting two adopted children with disabilities
The nagging guilt that some primary caregivers have of feeling like they're not doing “enough” for their child
The number one mistake Abby and her husband made in the first year post-diagnosis that created unnecessary tension in their marriage.
Tips for getting in-laws and grandparents more comfortable taking care of T1D children on their own

This episode covers more of the emotional, relationship, and self-care aspects of diabetes and having a type one in your family that you likely don't have the space to dive into with your current healthcare team.

We are now enrolling for our Spring 2023 Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Program. If you are ready to transform your relationship with diabetes, learn more about the DCB and apply HERE.

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
For T1D nutrition strategies and 7 day meal plan - HERE
For reducing highs and lows during exercise - HERE
For ways to lower your A1C starting now - HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

58. From Addiction to T1D Diagnosis: Jay Maryniak’s Story of Overcoming Challenges Apr 11, 2023

Today on the podcast we have a very special guest: entrepreneur and personal trainer Jay Maryniak!

Jay is a recovering alcoholic and drug addict who got sober back in 2005. Fitness was one of the things that helped save Jay and put his life in a positive direction. He was diagnosed with T1D as an adult at the age of 28 but didn’t let that stop him from continuing to challenge himself and help other people.

Jay is the founder of JTM FIT INC. His online training programs have helped thousands of people all over the world make incredible physical and mental transformations.

Follow Jay on Instagram HERE.

In today's episode, we discuss…

How to crowd out the noise and zone in on what works best for you with exercise and nutrition
How blood sugar control is the foundation of physique changes for people with T1D
How shifting your mindset from “I’ll try” to “I will” is the first step for making a change
How to improve your relationship with perfectionism as a T1D
How our daily decisions determine who we are and who we become

We are now enrolling for our Spring 2023 Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Program. If you are ready to transform your relationship with diabetes, learn more about the DCB and apply HERE.
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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
For T1D nutrition strategies and 7 day meal plan - HERE
For reducing highs and lows during exercise - HERE
For ways to lower your A1C starting now - HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

57. The Top 5 Things You Need to Know About Your Menstrual Cycle and T1D Apr 04, 2023

Today we are talking about one of my favorite educational topics, the menstrual cycle and its impact on type one diabetes. Female hormonal fluctuations have a huge impact on insulin sensitivity, but most menstruators are not directly taught this about T1D.

In this episode, I’ll discuss:

The main differences in women and men’s hormonal makeup and the impact that has on diabetes management.
The system I created for myself that has also served as a blueprint for supporting our clients at Risely to understand menstrual cycle and blood sugar connections.
The top five things you need to learn to start figuring out how your hormonal patterns are showing up in your diabetes management.

PSA! This episode will not cover PCOS, perimenopause, or menopause. I wanted to keep this episode really central and focused on base-level foundational menstrual information.

We are now enrolling for our Spring 2023 Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Program. If you are curious about the transformation Bridget talks about in this episode, learn more about the DCB and apply HERE.

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get more T1D tips HERE.
Access our Cornerstone Classes HERE.
Grab your own Diabetic Health Journal HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before changing your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

56. How This T1D RN Achieved 90%+ Time in Range and Healed Her Relationship to T1D Mar 28, 2023

I’m so excited for you to listen to today’s episode with my friend Bridget Rueter! Bridget works in healthcare as a Registered Nurse. She’s 27 years old and was diagnosed with type one at the age of six.

Bridget is a graduate of Risley's Spring 2022 Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Program. This past year, she's completely shifted her mindset and relationship with diabetes from a place of isolation and frustration to community and acceptance. Before the DCB, Bridget had never been below a 6.8 A1C. Three months after, she lowered it to a 6.2, and now nine months later, she's below a 6.0 with 90%+ time in range!

In today's episode, we go beneath these numbers and discuss...

What was holding Bridget back from authentic transformation with her diabetes
How she let go of hiding her diabetes from the world and started prioritizing herself
How Bridget found her correct rates and ratios
What it was like to re-learn the “basics” of T1D as a nurse

We are now enrolling for our Spring 2023 Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Program. If you are curious about the transformation Bridget talks about in this episode, learn more about the DCB and apply HERE.
LAST CHANCE to enter the giveaway in celebration of the Reclaim Your Rise podcast officially turning a year old this month!

One person is going to have the chance to win an epic package of:

Risely’s Diabetic Health Journal
Siete Chips
Smart Sweets
Banza Chickpea Pasta
Frio Insulin Cooler Pack
SPIbelt

All you have to do to enter is:

Rate and review the Reclaim Your Rise podcast on Apple Podcasts
Send a screenshot of your review to hello@riselyhealth.com OR you can send it to me at @lauren_bongiorno OR @riselyhealth on Instagram with “Reclaim Your Rise Podcast Giveaway”
You can get a bonus entry for sharing the podcast on Instagram and tagging us @riselyhealth

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!
Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get more T1D tips HERE.
Access our Cornerstone Classes HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

55. Separating Your Self Worth from Diabetes with Diabetics Doing Things Founder Rob Howe Mar 21, 2023

I am so excited for this week’s episode with Rob Howe! Rob was one of my very first online diabetes friend turned real-life friend. Fun fact: Rob’s podcast was one of the first I ever got invited to speak on and share my story about living with diabetes back in 2016.

If you don’t know Rob, he was diagnosed with type one at the age of 16. He founded his podcast Diabetics Doing Things in 2015 and now has over 1.8 million downloads in 70 countries. He is also the co-founder of Recreation Dallas and a former professional basketball player.

In this episode we discuss...

What strategies Rob uses to manage his blood sugar when he plays basketball
How his mindset perspective on “borrowed time” has impacted his perspective on life with T1D
How he's eased up a little over the years on the pressure of needing perfect blood sugar numbers
What go-to daily habits that support him in his active, ambitious life
PLUS - we recorded this on 3/1 so we got to discuss the news of Eli Lilly capping the cost of insulin

Check out Rob’s work here:
Instagram: @diabeticsdoingthings and @robhowe21
Visit Rob’s Website
In celebration of the Reclaim Your Rise podcast officially turning a year old this month, we are hosting a GIVEAWAY!

One person is going to have the chance to win an epic package of:

Risely’s Diabetic Health Journal
Siete Chips
Smart Sweets
Banza Chickpea Pasta
Frio Insulin Cooler Pack
SPIbelt

All you have to do to enter is:

Rate and review the Reclaim Your Rise podcast on Apple Podcasts
Send a screenshot of your review to hello@riselyhealth.com OR you can send it to me at @lauren_bongiorno OR @riselyhealth on Instagram with “Reclaim Your Rise Podcast Giveaway”
You can get a bonus entry for sharing the podcast on Instagram and tagging us @riselyhealth

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Learn more about the coaching program Kaycee did HERE.
Get more T1D tips HERE.
Access our Cornerstone Classes HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

54. “911 was called - I was in a diabetic coma” : The story of being saved and saving herself with Karen Cajuste-Smith Mar 14, 2023

This week, Lauren sits down with past graduate of Risley Coaching, Kaycee to share her story about how she went from a diabetic coma to a place of T1D empowerment and confidence that she never thought was possible.

We talk about...

How her boys saved her from a near-death experience
How she includes her two sons in her treatments and educates them on diabetes
How hitting rock bottom made it clear that she could no longer go on managing her diabetes the way she’d been.
Where and how she found hope and the support she needed
The exact steps she took to get her A1C from a 14 to a self healthy range.
The tips she would give others who are feeling lost and hopeless with their diabetes.

In celebration of the Reclaim Your Rise podcast officially turning a year old this month, we are hosting a GIVEAWAY!

One person is going to have the chance to win an epic package of:

Risely’s Diabetic Health Journal
Siete Chips
Smart Sweets
Banza Chickpea Pasta
Frio Insulin Cooler Pack
SPIbelt

All you have to do to enter is:

Rate and review the Reclaim Your Rise podcast on Apple Podcasts
Send a screenshot of your review to hello@riselyhealth.com OR you can send it to me at @lauren_bongiorno OR @riselyhealth on Instagram with “Reclaim Your Rise Podcast Giveaway”
You can get a bonus entry for sharing the podcast on Instagram and tagging us @riselyhealth

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!
Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Learn more about the coaching program Kaycee did HERE.
Get more T1D tips HERE.
Access our Cornerstone Classes HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

53. Essential Nutrition Tips for Kids with Type 1 Diabetes Mar 07, 2023

Nutrition is an essential yet overwhelming part of navigating diabetes, whether you have it or are a caregiver of someone who has it. We meet a lot of parents who want to know: What is the best way to approach food with their T1D child?

In this episode, we:

Break down the most common nutrition philosophies for T1Ds
Dive into the pros and cons of implementing those philosophies with T1D kids
Discuss five tips that parents can use to let their kids enjoy their life without sacrificing their blood sugars, or their relationship to food.

If you’re constantly struggling to figure out how to maintain blood sugar control for your child while letting your kid just be a kid, this episode is for you.

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Grab this free download! Blood Sugar Hacks Guide for Parents of T1D Kids HERE.
Get personalized support + action plan with a Family Intensive Coaching Session for HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before changing your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

52. The Key to Meditation and a Non-Judgemental Outlook with T1D Sam Tullman Feb 28, 2023

Today we have Sam Tullman on the show! Sam was diagnosed with T1D at age 8, is a meditation guide, and is the co-founder of Diabetes Sangha, an online community dedicated to meditation and mindfulness practices for people with Diabetes, focusing on Type one Diabetics.

In this episode we discuss...

How football led to meditation and how it helped him when it felt like his life was falling apart
Practicing meditation as a tool for managing all of the emotions that come with living with diabetes
Current research on diabetes and meditation
The similar mindsets of athletes and people with diabetes

If you’re curious about Diabetes Sangha, check out their website HERE.
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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get support with your mindset around T1D HERE.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

51. An Honest Conversation About T1D Avoidance, Anxiety, and Finding Inner Peace with T1D Carli Miller Feb 21, 2023

With us today is Carli 3.0! She’s confident, empowered, and trusting of her body.

Carli is from Canada, was diagnosed 20 years ago when she was seven years old and is a manager at a daycare where she works with kids. I first met Carly back in August 2022 when she applied for one-on-one coaching at Risely with an 8.7 A1C after she had gotten it down already on her own from a 12.0 in 2019.

We dive into each phase of Carli’s journey with T1D along with…

How it’s not the technology that has made her successful, it’s the process of listening and accepting her body’s signals
Lying about blood sugar numbers as a child
Trying to “fit in” when adults are singling you out
The hospital wake-up call showing 25 (450 blood sugars)
Going from avoiding her numbers to obsessing, until finally reaching the point of asking her family for help
How she found Reclaim Your Rise and her empowering first call.

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!
Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor, the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation. Stay up to date on all the DRIF news by becoming a DRI Insider here. New DRIF Newsletter subscribers will receive an exclusive FREE resource from Risely Health!

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get support with your mindset around T1D HERE
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

50. How to Create Consistent Momentum When You’re Trying to Improve Your Diabetes with Helen Downham Feb 14, 2023

We're doing something a little different for today's episode! Helen completed Risely’s A1C Shift Method self-paced course and reduced her average blood sugar from 216/12.0 to 180/10.0. She recently joined the January 2023 DCB group coaching and is in the middle of her coaching journey.

We discuss...

How managing diabetes as a child influenced her decisions as an adult
Going from ignoring her diabetes in her early 20's to getting a CGM and realizing her numbers weren't predictable
Perfectionism versus having standards for yourself
Shifting your focus to celebrating the small wins rather than beating yourself up when you don't see a goal number

Want to learn tangible strategies you can start doing now to help you lower your A1C? Register for our FREE A1C Masterclass HERE.
Curious about our group coaching program? Learn more and apply HERE.

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Grab this FREE resource to help you lower your A1C HERE.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

49. 4-Tier Approach to Lower A1C and Increase Time in Range for Type 1 Diabetes Feb 07, 2023

Welcome to this week’s podcast, and happy February! In this episode, I discuss a concept I came up with for T1Ds that we can use to transform and become empowered by our diabetes. This concept is inspired by Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and has four levels. From the bottom up, these levels are…

Self-prioritization and Union of Diabetes
Autonomy and Trusting Yourself
Regulating Emotions
Consistency, Repetition, and Adaptability

Listen to this episode to learn how to work through these levels to lower your A1C and increase your time in range!

Apply for 1:1 T1D coaching HERE.
Sign up for our A1C Masterclass HERE.

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Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get more T1D tips with this free download HERE.
Join the Risely T1D community in our free Facebook group HERE.

Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor, the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation. Stay up to date on all the DRIF news by becoming a DRI Insider here. New DRIF Newsletter subscribers will receive an exclusive FREE resource from Risely Health!

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

48. Supporting Young Adults with Type 1 Diabetes: Transition Tips with Christina Roth Jan 31, 2023

Today, we have Christina Roth on the show! Christina is the CEO of the Diabetes Link, formally known as the College Diabetes Network. The Diabetes Link is a national nonprofit organization that specializes in helping teens and young adults navigate their diabetes. They have served an estimated 12,000 young adults nationwide with peer support, expert resources, scholarships, and more!

Christina has been living with type one diabetes for over 20 years. The isolation she felt as a college student with T1D inspired her to create The Diabetes Link in 2009 as a way to address the unique challenges that specifically college students face.

In this episode we discuss…

Christina’s personal experience as a teenager growing up with diabetes
Shifting dynamics between parents of and young adults with T1Ds during transitory periods like moving out or going to college
Boundaries with numbers, and the importance of independence
… and so much more!

This episode is a fantastic listen for parents of teens and young adults to listen to, or really anyone in their late teens or early 20s living with type one diabetes.

Learn more about The Diabetese Link HERE.

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get support with your mindset around T1D HERE
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

47. How Culture Affects Food and Diabetes Management: Insights from Diana Mesa, RD Jan 24, 2023

In this week’s episode, we have Registered Dietician and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist Diana Mesa on the pod!

Diana has a passion for practicing from a non-diet approach to address the impact of insulin resistance, gut health, and stress on her patients’ health and blood sugars. She helps her clients connect with their intuition and apply mindfulness to their relationship with food and body while enjoying the foods they grew up eating. There’s so much to learn in this conversation.

In this episode, we discuss…

Patterns we’ve witnessed people doing over and over with their diets that don’t work
How cutting out cultural foods that are a part of family traditions can be disempowering for your mindset as a T1D
Looking beyond the number on the scale for health and confidence
How we as T1Ds can perpetuate certain type two diabetes stigmas

I do want to give a trigger warning that we do talk about weight, diets, and body image. So please skip this if you are not in a good place to explore these topics.

WHERE TO FIND DIANA:
Visit Diana’s Website HERE.
Follow Diana’s on Instagram HERE.

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get support with your mindset around T1D HERE
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

46. How to Tactically Bounce Back from Low Blood Sugar Incidents Jan 17, 2023

Welcome to this week’s podcast! Today I’m getting really vulnerable with you and sharing my experience with one of the worst low blood sugars I’ve had in years.

Along with this story, I’ll provide three tips that I’ve learned throughout my diabetes journey to help you bounce back from these types of low blood sugar incidents.

Whether intentional or unintentional, as T1Ds we are used to hiding the daily ups and downs that we experience from the people around us. This is part of why it can feel like diabetes is such an invisible condition because there's so much that we do daily that no one knows about.

My hope is that you can take the lessons from this podcast and apply them to your own life with diabetes, so you feel less alone and more equipped to manage your lows.

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get more T1D tips with this free download HERE.
Join the Risely T1D community in our free Facebook group HERE.

Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor, the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation. Stay up to date on all the DRIF news by becoming a DRI Insider here. New DRIF Newsletter subscribers will receive an exclusive FREE resource from Risely Health!

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

45. Overcoming Perfection in Parenting with the World’s Worst Diabetes Mom Stacey Simms Jan 10, 2023

Our guest today is the wonderful Stacey Simms. This episode is absolute gold for parents and caregivers of kids and teens with type one diabetes.

You may already know Stacey if you listen to the Diabetes Connections Podcast. She is a podcast host, award-winning broadcaster and speaker, as well as the author of two diabetes parenting books The World's Worst Diabetes Mom and Still the World's Worst Diabetes Mom.

Stacey’s son Benny was diagnosed with T1D in December of 2006, one month before he turned two years old. He’s now eighteen!

In this episode we discuss…

What stages of Benny’s childhood were the hardest to navigate with T1D
The balance of when to keep diabetes in the background vs. when to bring it to the forefront
Helicopter parenting
The detrimental mindset of comparing your child's numbers to other T1D’s numbers
How to get out of chasing perfection with blood sugars as a parent

WHERE TO FIND STACEY:
Visit Stacey’s Website HERE.
Follow Stacey on Instagram HERE.

Check out Stacey Simms’s “Still The World’s Worst Diabetes Mom” on Amazon and wherever you buy books and at Diabetes-Connections.com. If you buy through the website, you can get a signed copy and use the promo code “Risely” for free shipping!

Learn more about Stacey’s MOM’S NIGHT OUT event HERE.

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
FREE Blood sugar hacks guide for T1D parents HERE
Learn more about our coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

44. How to Break Negative Cycles with Your Diabetes Management Jan 03, 2023

Happy New Year and welcome to the very first episode of the Reclaim Your Rise podcast for 2023! We are starting off strong with DCB graduate Tess Jablon on the show today.

Tess was diagnosed with type one diabetes 30 years ago at the age of seven and later also received a PCOS diagnosis, which, if you weren’t already aware, happens to about one in four T1D women.

Before enrolling in Risley's Deciding Conquer Group Coaching Bootcamp, Tess was feeling stuck in a cycle of negativity and the belief that she was a failure. After completing the DCB, she not only lowered her A1C from an 11.8 to an 8.3, but also found autonomy over her own body. Now she's here, on the other side of learning to work with her diabetes, with a newfound confidence and peace of mind that we should all strive for.

In this conversation, which covers such a range of topics, Tess shares...

The importance of finding community and building a support system when living with T1D and PCOS
The tools that she used to overcome the negative cycles she was stuck in with her diabetes management
Her newfound perspective on having type one diabetes and why she believes it’s a gift
and... so much more!

If you can relate to Tess’s story and feel inspired to transform your own relationship with diabetes, we have a few spots open in our January 2023 Decide + Conquer Bootcamp. Learn more and apply HERE by Sunday, January 8th.

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!
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Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get more T1D tips HERE.
Access our Cornerstone Classes HERE.
Grab your own Diabetic Health Journal HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

43. My 5-Part Process for Setting Yourself Up for Success in 2023 Dec 27, 2022

Hello everyone and welcome back to the show! After a three-week break, we are back and just in time to reflect on 2022 and set our intentions for 2023.

Change doesn’t always have to be hard. The five-part process that I share with you in this episode will allow you to set intentions around what you can control, and also leave room for the things that you can’t necessarily control. I’ve practiced this process for end-of-the-year reflections and intention-setting since 2016 and know that it’s going to help set you up for success in all the new years to come!

If you’re someone who is currently feeling exhausted and terribly frustrated by your diabetes or with other areas of your life, and have the desire to create a change, this is a great episode to listen to.

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Apply for the January DCB coaching program HERE.
Get more T1D tips with this free download HERE.
Join the Risely T1D community in our free Facebook group HERE.

Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor, the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation. Stay up to date on all the DRIF news by becoming a DRI Insider here. New DRIF Newsletter subscribers will receive an exclusive FREE resource from Risely Health!

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

42. The Art of Adaptation with T1D Amputee and Keynote Speaker Chris Ruden Nov 29, 2022

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by a super inspirational guest, Chris Ruden!

Chris Ruden is an amputee, Type 1 diabetic record-holding powerlifter, keynote speaker, and disabled model featured on The Rock's hit TV show "Titan Games." From hiding his disability for almost 20 years to being one of the most highly sought-after keynote speakers, Chris helps people see their world without limits.

We covered a lot in today's episode, including…

Accepting responsibility of your outcomes
The true meaning of embracing your difference vs. blending
How there is no finish line when it comes to management and having control of Diabetes
Having an appreciation for the process of T1D management instead of an addiction to the results.

WHERE TO FIND CHRIS:
Visit Chris’ Website HERE.
Follow Chris on Instagram HERE.
Watch Chris on YouTube HERE.
Buy Chris’ Book HERE.
Learn about Eversence HERE.

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get support with your mindset around T1D HERE
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

41. Mindful Holiday Eating Tips for Better Blood Sugar Management Nov 15, 2022

This week we’re coming to you with a short and sweet episode about a topic that can be a bit overwhelming when it comes to managing your T1D – mindful holiday eating and how it affects your blood sugars.

It can be hard to navigate the balance of food, insulin, and feeling present during this time of the year. In this episode, I share five specific strategies to help you operate more proactively throughout the next few months of celebrations.
I hope these tips help enable you to create space for yourself and find where your specific gaps are when it comes to your diabetes management, so you can go into this season feeling confident and ready to enjoy the holidays!

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Take the quiz to find the best resource for your T1D education gaps HERE.
Get more T1D tips with this free download HERE.
Join the Risely T1D community in our free Facebook group HERE.

Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor, the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation. Stay up to date on all the DRIF news by becoming a DRI Insider here. New DRIF Newsletter subscribers will receive an exclusive FREE resource from Risely Health!

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

40. Diversity and Equitable Care in Diabetes Healthcare with Grace Silverio Nov 08, 2022

Today we have Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist and Certified Case Manager Grace Silverio on the show to talk about her experience with diabetes education and her work with Diversity In Diabetes.

Diversity In Diabetes is a 5013c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to creating awareness and providing solutions to end health disparities and the lack of representation in the diabetes space.

Grace has been a registered nurse for over 14 years and is currently a Solution Sales Consultant for Teladoc Health and the subject matter expert for Whole Person care including, Diabetes, Hypertension, Diabetes Prevention, and Weight Management solutions. She has helped train and develop healthcare providers and their patients on insulin pumps and CGMs and is very passionate about prevention and diabetes education.

In this episode we discuss…

What equitable care is and why it’s essential for quality care
Grace’s experience starting patients on insulin pumps and continuous glucose.
The lack of education resources on diabetes in the United States
How to approach trust and language barriers in the healthcare system with underserved communities
Why DID is so important in the diabetes space

Learn more about Diversity In Diabetes HERE
Watch a replay of the 3rd Annual People of Color Living with Diabetes Virtual Summit HERE

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get support with your mindset around T1D HERE
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

39. My 22nd Diabetes Anniversary with My Dad, Peter Bongiorno Nov 01, 2022

On November 1st, 2000, 22 years ago today, I was diagnosed with type one diabetes. To help me reflect and celebrate my diaversary, I’ve brought on a very special guest, my dad, Peter Bongiorno.

I’m really excited for you all to meet my dad because we're extremely close and I admire him for so many reasons. (I think you’ll see why when you listen to his episode…)

My dad is a personal injury and criminal defense attorney by career, as well as a motivational speaker, actor, writer, and director.

In this conversation, we talk about…

What my family experienced after my T1D diagnosis
The different role he played in my life with diabetes vs. the role my mom played
How he shaped my mindset with not only diabetes, but life in general
Things he wishes he would have said if he could go back in time
… and so much more!

Our annual community event is BACK THIS THURSDAY!
Together T1D: Celebrating life with Type One Diabetes 🎉
Who: All T1Ds, parents, families, friends, medical professionals
When: November 3rd, 2022 7-8:30PM EST
Where: Anywhere + everywhere! This event is virtual.
What: A community celebration featuring:

Community connection & celebration
Empowerment & transformation
Inspiration for building YOUR legacy with T1D
An all-star guest panel (including Bambi Northwood-Blythe, Norma Sue Kenyon, PhD.)
Introspective activities & resources
Epic giveaways
And more!

Together T1D is FREE, but you need to register to attend, so save your spot HERE.
Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!

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Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get support with your mindset around T1D HERE
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

38. Eating Disorders and Body Image Struggles in Type 1 Diabetes: What You Need to Know Oct 25, 2022

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by therapist and childhood friend Lily Thrope!

Lily Thrope, LCSW specializes in supporting individuals who experience anxiety, disordered eating, low self-esteem, relationship stress, and LGBTQIA-related issues. Through her work, Lily helps her clients find the confidence to face these issues and find ways to live their happiest and most authentic lives.

In this intimate convo, we talk about…

Why people with T1D might have a predisposition to struggle with disordered eating
What the term “Food Freedom” means for diabetics
How we worked through our personal disordered eating journeys to foster a healthy relationship with our bodies, find balance with food, and discover self-love.

Find Lily and Thrope Therapy HERE
Get support with diabulimia HERE
Find resources from the National Eating Disorders Association HERE

Our annual community event is BACK!
Together T1D: Celebrating life with Type One Diabetes 🎉

Who: All T1Ds, parents, families, friends, medical professionals
When: November 3rd, 2022 7-8:30PM EST
Where: Anywhere + everywhere! This event is virtual.
What: A community celebration featuring:

Community connection & celebration
Empowerment & transformation
Inspiration for building YOUR legacy with T1D
An all-star guest panel (including Bambi Northwood-Blythe, Norma Sue Kenyon, PhD.)
Introspective activities & resources
Epic giveaways
And more!

Together T1D is FREE, but you need to register to attend, so save your spot HERE.

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get support with your mindset around T1D HERE
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

37. How to Achieve 6.4 A1C and 95% Time in Range with Practical Life Design Oct 18, 2022

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by a Risely one-on-one coaching program graduate, Timo Stosius!

Timo is 27 years old and has been living with type one diabetes for 15 years. He's a designer and super successful entrepreneur from Germany and co-founded Sdui, an education tech startup that builds operating systems for digital and modern education.

In this convo, we talk about…

How Timo went from a 7.4 A1C with 68% time and range to a 6.4 A1C with 90% plus time and range.
What it was like growing up in Germany with type one diabetes & the care he received.
What practical life design is and how it was the secret ingredient to his diabetes management
How mindset rituals became an essential part of his transformation

ANNOUNCEMENT: Our annual community event is BACK!
Together T1D: Celebrating life with Type One Diabetes 🎉
Who: All T1Ds, parents, families, friends, medical professionals
When: November 3rd, 2022 7PM EST
Where: Anywhere + everywhere! This event is virtual
What: A community celebration featuring:

Community connection & celebration
Empowerment & transformation
Inspiration for building YOUR legacy with T1D
An all-star guest panel (including Bambi Northwood-Blythe, Norma Sue Kenyon, PhD.)
Introspective activities & resources
Epic giveaways
And more!

Together T1D is totally FREE, but you need to register to attend, so save your spot HERE.

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!
Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get support with your mindset around T1D HERE.
Learn more about our 1:1 coaching programs HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

36. How Health Coaching Complements Healthcare for Type 1 Diabetes with Leigh-Ann Webster Oct 11, 2022

Today, we have a very special guest on the pod, Leigh-Ann Webster!

Leigh-Ann is the Executive Director for the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC), which has collaborated with the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) since 2016 to provide a robust board certification examination to qualify health coaches. Leigh-Ann has over 20 years of experience in marketing and communications and is a certified personal trainer.

In this episode we discuss…

The National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching’s mission
How to get a USMLE Board Certification and why it’s so important
How the NBHWC is working to make access to a health and wellness coach more available with their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission
The future of Health & Wellness Coaching

Learn more about where Lauren got her foundational health coaching certification HERE.
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Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor, the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation. Stay up to date on all the DRIF news by becoming a DRI Insider HERE. New DRIF Newsletter subscribers will receive an exclusive FREE resource from Risely Health!

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Visit the NBHW website HERE.
Learn more about our Board certified T1D Health coaches at Risely HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

35. How to: Dating with Diabetes Oct 04, 2022

This week we’re coming to you with a short and sweet episode all about dating with diabetes.

This topic was inspired by a recent message I received on Instagram that made me want to reach through the screen and hug the person who sent it. The message said, “I’m devastated. My boyfriend just broke up with me because I was diagnosed with type one diabetes.”

In this episode, I share three things you need to know if you have T1D and are in a spot where you’re wondering if you’ll ever find someone who will be there for you during the highs and the lows (no pun intended) of life.
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Struggling to improve your blood sugar numbers? Come to my last FREE Masterclass of the year on Overcoming Blood Sugar Anxiety to lower your A1C. I’ll be cohosting with T1D Psychologist and former guest of the pod, Dr. Elana Dumont. There are three dates to choose from (Oct 4th, Oct 8th, or Oct 9th) so don’t miss out! Reserve your spot HERE.
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Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get more T1D tips with this free download HERE.
Start supporting your mental health with our essential series HERE.
Join the Risely T1D community in our free Facebook group HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

34. I Got Married! Wedding Day Recap with my Bridesmaid and Husband Sep 27, 2022

Coming to you today with an extra special life update episode. I got married! I recorded this podcast with my best friend and Bridesmaid, Allison Cucci after my honeymoon so I could give you a full wedding debrief.
⁣Make sure you listen to the end of the episode because my husband Kris joins us for a rapid-fire Q+A 💍🔥

Allison and I have been best friends since we were 15, so who better to interview me about one of the most special days of my entire life?!

I answer all of her juicy questions including…

How did I manage my blood sugars on the big day?
What were the big emotional standout moments for me?
What were the non-traditional elements of my wedding day?
What part of wedding planning did I enjoy the most and what part did I enjoy the least?
Is there anything I would do differently if I could redo the wedding?

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get more T1D tips with this free download HERE.
Start supporting your mental health with our essential series HERE.
Join the Risely T1D community in our free Facebook group HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

33. Powerlifting and Writing Books for T1D Kids with Ginger Vieira Sep 20, 2022

Today, we have one of the OG online diabetes content creators, Ginger Vieira on the show!

Ginger has lived with T1D since the age of 13 and also lives with celiac disease, fibromyalgia, and hypothyroidism. She began sharing her journey with type one diabetes in 2010 through YouTube, Twitter, and freelance writing. She's written about a range of topics over the years, including pregnancy, emotional eating, and diabetes burnout. She was also a former competitive powerlifter and is the author of six books for people living with diabetes.

In this episode we discuss…

Ginger’s personal experiences with doctors and diabetes
What she tells parents of newly diagnosed kids when they are stressed about their child's A1C or high numbers
What a high and low blood sugar feels like for her
How she sees the new books that she's created for kids making their way into bedrooms and classrooms across the country

🎉GIVEAWAY 🎉
We are partnering with Ginger to give her two new children’s picture books, “Ain't Gonna Hide My T1D” and “When I Go Low” to three lucky winners!

To enter the giveaway:

Go to the homepage of the Reclaim Your Rise podcast, whether it's on Apple or Spotify, and rate it.
Go to my Instagram page @lauren_bongiorno, comment and like today's Instagram post where I am highlighting Ginger's books!

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get tips for parents of T1D kids in this free download HERE.
Check out our diabetes essential Cornerstone Class series HERE.
Join the Risely T1D community in our free Facebook group HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

32. Top 5 Mental Health Struggles for People with Type 1 Diabetes Sep 13, 2022

This week we’re coming to you with a short, sweet, and to-the-point episode about the top five reasons why so many people with diabetes struggle with their mental health.

We can talk about the glycemic index, diet, and exercise all day long, but the biggest thing that is going to create the most change in how you're experiencing your life with T1D is improving your mental health.

In this episode, I’ll discuss…

Tangible ways that you can decrease the stress and anxiety that surrounds your diabetes
Why it’s so essential to reduce feelings of resentment and increase feelings of acceptance.
How to get to a place where you feel empowered with your T1D

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get more T1D tips with this free download HERE.
Start supporting your mental health with our essential series HERE.
Join the Risely T1D community in our free Facebook group HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

31. Ninja Warrior Finalist Katie Bone on Competing with Type 1 Diabetes Sep 06, 2022

It’s not every day that we have a Ninja Warrior on the show!

A few weeks ago, 16-year-old Katie Bone stepped on national TV, proudly displaying her Omnipod and Dexcom on both triceps, ready to compete. Katie was diagnosed with type one diabetes when she was 11 years old. The first question she asked the doctor was, “When can I climb?”

Since her diagnosis, she has competed in the USA Climbing Youth National Championships, American Ninja Warrior Junior, and most recently, the adult version of American Ninja Warrior.

In today’s episode, Katie and I sit down to talk about…

Her diagnosis story
How she had a really tough time last year competing because of her blood sugars
What her nutrition and insulin planning look like for the semifinals and finals this season
Identifying her body's patterns, especially around her adrenals

So many people and kids living with type one diabetes have been so inspired by how Katie embraces her T1D, I can’t wait for you to listen to this episode!

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Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor, the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation. Stay up to date on all the DRIF news by becoming a DRI Insider here. New DRIF Newsletter subscribers will receive an exclusive FREE resource from Risely Health!

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get more T1D tips HERE.
Access our Cornerstone Classes HERE.
Grab your own Diabetic Health Journal HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

30. The Reality of Getting Diagnosed with T1D as an Adult Aug 30, 2022

Getting diagnosed with T1D is tough at any age but today on the podcast we are talking with Coach Stacy Morse about the specific challenges of being diagnosed as an adult.

Stacy was diagnosed with type one diabetes as an adult at the age of 36. She had already established her life as a wife, a mom, and a professional. T1D was not part of her identity and she struggled to learn how to care for her health while also caring for her two young kids, working full time, and living the life she had created for herself.

Fast forward to now and Stacy has her master's degree in nutrition, works full-time as an HR professional and part-time as a national board-certified health coach on the Risely Health coaching team.

In this episode we talk about how she navigated that turning point in her life, including…

What it’s like being diagnosed with T1D as an adult
How not being able to achieve perfection with diabetes can lead to avoidant behavior
What it feels like to lower your A1C only to see it go back up again
How to overcome the feeling of failure associated with our A1C and TIR numbers
How we, as type ones, sometimes contribute to the invisible disease label
How working on your mindset can create huge shifts for your life
… and so much more!!!

Ready to transform your own relationship with diabetes? Early bird enrollment for our January 2023 Decide + Conquer Bootcamp group coaching program is OPEN! Learn more and apply HERE.

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!

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Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get more T1D tips HERE.
Access our Cornerstone Classes HERE.
Grab your own Diabetic Health Journal HERE.

Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor, the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation. Stay up to date on all the DRIF news by becoming a DRI Insider here. New DRIF Newsletter subscribers will receive an exclusive FREE resource from Risely Health!

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

29. From 30% to 70% time in range with T1D Jen Costello Aug 23, 2022

We have a complete lady boss on the show today, Jennifer Costello!

Jen was diagnosed with type one at the age of 34 at the peak of her career. She was really mad, angry, and resentful of the diagnosis for a while. Having perfectionism be a thread that ran through her entire life, she couldn't understand why diabetes wasn't playing by the normal life rules of - “if I just apply myself, I'll be able to crush it.”

I've been able to bear witness to Jen's inspiring transformation through working with her in our May 2022 Deciding and Conquer Group coaching program. Now she's here, on the other side of learning to work with her diabetes, and has gained a level of trust with her body that she's never felt.

In this conversation, which covers such a range of topics, Jen shares...

How she went from 30% time in range on average to now 70%!
The infamous Mac and cheese pre-bolus-gone-wrong story
Learning to advocate for herself authentically
What’s made her feel *excited* about her diabetes
and... so much more!

I'm so excited for you to hear the changes that she's created in her management and mindset.

If you can relate to Jen’s story and feel inspired to transform your own relationship with diabetes, we are now enrolling for our January 2023 Decide + Conquer Bootcamp. Our September round filled up before the application deadline and we know the January round will fill up, too, so definitely take advantage of this early bird opportunity to reserve your spot! Learn more and apply HERE.

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor, the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation. Stay up to date on all the DRIF news by becoming a DRI Insider here. New DRIF Newsletter subscribers will receive an exclusive FREE resource from Risely Health!

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get more T1D tips HERE.
Access our Cornerstone Classes HERE.
Grab your own Diabetic Health Journal HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

28. What To Do When You’ve Hit Rock Bottom with Your Diabetes ft. Cecily Romanowski Aug 16, 2022

In this week’s episode I’m joined by a very special guest, Decide and Conquer Bootcamp graduate Cecily Romanowski.

Cecily has lived with type one diabetes for 17 years and spent 15 of those years feeling completely overwhelmed and defeated. She had the mindset that no matter what she did or how hard she tried, her numbers would not improve.

In this episode, Cecily goes deep. She shares the guilt, fear, and anxiety that she’s experienced around not being able to control her diabetes and how it took hitting rock bottom to finally reach out for support.

We discuss…

Processing feelings of guilt and shame with type one diabetes
The importance of prioritizing mental health with T1D management
Why surrounding yourself with a support system has such a positive impact on improving blood sugars and overall health
How Cecily lowered her A1C from an 8.3 to a 5.9
… and so much more!!!

Ready to transform your own relationship with diabetes? The doors for the September 2022 Decide + Conquer Bootcamp group coaching program are OPEN! When you apply and sign up by 8/19, you are eligible for the early bird enrollment rate. Learn more and apply HERE.

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!
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Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get more T1D tips HERE.
Access our Cornerstone Classes HERE.
Grab your own Diabetic Health Journal HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

27. 3 Key Steps to Transform Your Type 1 Diabetes Management Aug 09, 2022

As we dive into this week’s episode, I want you to ask yourself this question: If you want to have a radically different experience than you are having right now, what would that require of you today?
We’re not talking about quick fixes here, we’re talking about slowing down, doing the mindset work, and really tuning into the deeper roots of where you need to shift your focus.

So, if you're ready, I’m going to share with you the three most important things that I believe you must do to transform your relationship with diabetes and, most importantly, your relationship with yourself.

Feeling like you need support to transform your relationship with diabetes? The doors for the September 2022 Decide + Conquer Bootcamp group coaching program are OPEN! When you apply and sign up by 8/19, you are eligible for the early bird enrollment rate. Learn more and apply HERE.

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!
Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get more T1D tips HERE.
Access our Cornerstone Classes HERE.
Grab your own Diabetic Health Journal HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

26. Overcoming Fear of Hypoglycemia and T1D Anxiety Aug 02, 2022

In this week’s episode I’m joined by Decide and Conquer Bootcamp January 2022 graduate Cristiana Silva.

Cristiana is 29 years old and has lived with type one diabetes for 18 years. Before Cristiana joined the DCB, she had a debilitating fear of lows. This fear created intense anxiety that not only impacted her relationships but also detracted from her overall quality of life.

We discuss her transformation along with…

Her process of increasing her time in range from below 50% to 70%
The moment that pushed her over the edge and started her journey to reclaim confidence and empowerment with her T1D
The mindset shift that helped her tackle her anxiety in a sustainable way

If you have a fear of lows, this episode is going to resonate with you!

Ready to transform your own relationship with diabetes? The doors for the September 2022 Decide + Conquer Bootcamp group coaching program are OPEN! When you apply and sign up by 8/19, you are eligible for the early bird enrollment rate. Learn more and apply HERE.

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Get more T1D tips HERE.
Access our Cornerstone Classes HERE.
Grab your own Diabetic Health Journal HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

25. The Krueger Sisters on Life in a Family with 6 T1D Siblings Jul 28, 2022

In this episode for moms, dads, and caregivers of T1D kids, I’m joined by not one, but TWO guests: sisters and TikTok stars Bellé and Ana Krueger!

Bellé and Ana are two out of eight siblings from Wisconsin. Six out of the eight siblings all live with type one diabetes. This episode is a fascinating look into the benefits and unexpected challenges of growing up with T1D siblings.

We discuss…

The Krueger family tree and the different timelines of T1D diagnoses
How relationships with type one diabetes can be so vastly different from person to person, even while growing up in the same exact environment
The importance of communication and how their parents manage six children with different T1D needs
The power of social media within the T1D community and so much more!

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Grab this free download! Blood Sugar Hacks Guide for Parents of T1D Kids HERE.
Get personalized support + action plan with a Family Intensive Coaching Session HERE.
Learn about our Family Group Coaching Program HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

24. Overcoming Limitations in the Healthcare System as T1Ds with Endocrinologist Dr. Sandra Sobel Jul 26, 2022

In this week’s episode, I sat down with Dr. Sandra Sobel, our first ever doctor on the show!

Dr. Sandra Indacochea Sobel is an Endocrinologist with additional board certifications in Lifestyle Medicine and Obesity Medicine. Dr. Sobel's clinical interests are in conditions of insulin resistance, including type one and type two diabetes management, obesity management, metabolic syndrome, and pre-diabetes. She is passionate about women's health, including the management of diabetes during pregnancy, PCOS, and menopause.

Dr. Sobel is also the CEO of Summon Health, a direct endocrine clinic in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, focused on personalized and comprehensive medical delivery of metabolic health conditions. Dr. Sobel founded Summon Health after recognizing the consistent need to spend more time with patients during visits to not only review labs and prescribe medicines, but to cover important and personalized lifestyle interventions for maximizing health.

In this episode we discuss…

The main challenges that Dr. Sobel has witnessed with the diabetes healthcare model that directly prevent people with T1D from getting the outcomes they desire
Ways to overcome those healthcare challenges and potentially change the outcomes
The impact that nutrition, sleep, stress, and exercise all play in your blood sugar patterns
We also talk about PCOS, hormones, and so much more.

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
For understanding hormones and T1D HERE
For nutrition strategies and meal plan HERE
For increasing insulin sensitivity HERE
Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

23. Tangible Steps to Focus on at Every A1C Level Jul 19, 2022

The topic of today’s episode really lights me up.
It’s not just talking about A1C in general that lights me up but more so diving into the tangible steps to focus on at every level.
Here’s the thing: Everyone has their unique, personal journey with diabetes, AND… in the past 7 years of working with T1Ds, I’ve learned that many of us have similar experiences and challenges while trying to lower our A1Cs.
So, in this episode we're going to discuss exactly where your focus needs to be based on your current A1C and break down the tangible next steps you need to take to achieve your goal.
BONUS! Two exciting opportunities we have going on this week:

This Saturday, July 23, 2022, we are having a FREE, in-person T1D meetup in NYC. If you're in the tri-state area, come spend some time with me and other T1Ds! RSVP HERE
Last week we held our A1C Shift and Insulin Sensitivity Masterclass. Over 1,000 people have registered so far. We are offering it again Wednesday, July 20th at 8pm EST and Thursday, July 21st at 12pm EST. Save your (free) seat HERE.

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
More T1D tips HERE.
Access our Cornerstone Classes HERE.
Grab your own Diabetic Health Journal HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

22. Type One Diabetes Birth Story with Jess Bonilla Part 2 Jul 12, 2022

This week, I’m so excited to welcome Risely Coach Jess Bonilla back on the show to share the highly anticipated part 2 of her pregnancy journey with us.

I know that we left you hanging on part one, but there was just so much for Jess to share. Get excited to pick up right where we left off!

In this episode, Jess shares her full birth story including…

How she prepared for the hospital and what she brought with her (hello snacks!)
What her blood sugars were like throughout the entire laboring process.
Her choice to manage her own insulin in the hospital
How breastfeeding affected her blood sugars
Her postpartum journey to find balance in her body and mind

If you are struggling to lower your A1C and improve your blood sugar control in a sustainable way, Jose Tejero, Diana Licalzi, and I are teaming up to put on a FREE masterclass for people with type one diabetes that you are not going to want to miss! If you want to learn more about increasing your insulin sensitivity for a lower A1C, this class is for you. Register for free HERE. Class starts on July 13th at 6 PM ET.

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
For ways to lower your A1C starting now HERE
For a tool to help you identify your specific body’s blood sugar patterns HERE
For nutrition strategies and meal plan HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

21. Increasing Insulin Sensitivity Through Nutrition and Exercise with Diana Licalzi and Jose Tejero Jul 05, 2022

In this week’s episode, I'm doing something a little outside the box here because I’m joined by the co-founders of Reversing T2D, Diana Licalzi Maldonado and Jose Tejero. Diana and Jose specialize in type two diabetes and pre-diabetes. Over the past year, we've built such an organic relationship over the similarities between managing type one and managing type two.
Diana is a Registered Dietician and Certified Diabetes Educator with a Masters in Nutrition. Jose is an Exercise Physiologist with a degree in Exercise Science. This is a great episode to send to any family or friends who are pre-diabetic or type two, and a great episode if you are type one and trying to work on increasing your insulin sensitivity.
In this episode we discuss…

How insulin resistance plays a role in your blood sugar control
How to know if you're insulin resistant
Things that you can do to improve your insulin sensitivity
The biggest misconceptions around nutrition and exercise for better blood, sugar management
Weight, gut health, plant-based eating and so much more

If you are struggling to lower your A1C and improve your blood sugar control in a sustainable way, Jose, Diana and myself are teaming up to put on a FREE masterclass for people with type one diabetes that you are not going to want to miss! If you got a lot out of this episode and want to learn more about increasing your insulin sensitivity for a lower A1C, this class is for you. Register for free HERE.

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Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor Diabetes Research Institute. Learn more about their upcoming Bike Ride event HERE.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
For ways to lower your A1C starting now HERE
For nutrition strategies and meal plan HERE
For reducing highs and lows during exercise HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

20. Ask Lauren Anything #2 Jun 28, 2022

Today's episode is very special because it marks our 20th episode of the podcast! Each week since we’ve started the show I've truly looked forward to recording these episodes and love that we're learning, growing, and rising above our diabetes together as a community. I couldn't do this without you!
This 20th episode is centered around YOU. I answer questions that I've received lately on Instagram about A1C and blood sugar specifically.
The Risely team and I also put together a GIVEAWAY! One person is going to have the chance to win an epic package of:

Variety pack of Koia’s plant-based protein line
Banza Chickpea Pasta
Frio Insulin Cooler Pack
Risely’s Diabetic Health Journal

All you have to do to enter is:

Rate and review the Reclaim Your Rise podcast on Apple Podcasts
Send a screenshot of your review to hello@riselyhealth.com OR you can send it to me at @lauren_bongiorno OR @riselyhealth on Instagram with “Reclaim Your Rise Podcast Giveaway”

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Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor Diabetes Research Institute. You can learn more about DRI and their work here.
RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Register for the A1C and Insulin Sensitivity Masterclass HERE
For nutrition strategies and meal plan HERE
For reducing highs and lows during exercise HERE
Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

19. Calming Fears Around T1D Pregnancy with Jess Bonilla Part 1 Jun 21, 2022

This week, I'm excited to have Jess Bonilla back on the show to share her pregnancy journey with us. Jess is a Nationally Certified Health Coach and the Director of Coaching at Risely. She was the very first co-host on the pod (listen to episode 2 if you haven't already).

You may have heard that T1D makes pregnancy high-risk or have felt fearful of being pregnant with diabetes. If you are thinking about motherhood in the near future and want to hear more about Jess's pregnancy journey with diabetes, you will want to listen to this one.
In this episode, Jess talks about…

Her exploration of having a hospital birth versus a home birth
Insulin changes that she experienced throughout her three trimesters and how she navigated anxiety with high blood sugars
Her life-changing tip for those on a pump
And so much more!

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Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor Diabetes Research Institute. Stay up to date on all the DRI news, by becoming a DRI Insider here. New DRIF Newsletter subscribers will receive an exclusive Diabetic Health Journal discount!
RESOURCES FOR YOU:
For ways to lower your A1C starting now HERE
For nutrition strategies and meal plan HERE
For reducing highs and lows during exercise HERE
Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

18. Sustainable T1D parenting with Cheryl Jun 16, 2022

In this episode for moms, dads, and caregivers of T1D kids, I’m joined by Cheryl, our first parent client alumni to come on the podcast live!
Cheryl and her husband, Sean went through our group coaching program for parents in the summer of 2021. Their son Owen, was diagnosed with T1D at the age of two. In this episode, I catch up with Cheryl and hear about how her family of four is doing since the program wrapped. Get ready because this episode is jam-packed!
We discuss…

How Owen’s A1C went from a 6.8 to a 5.9 with 80% time in range
Cheryl’s strategies for smoothing out overnight numbers, preventing and reducing highs in the morning
Focusing on the long-term benefit of managing type one diabetes in a sustainable way
Normalizing T1D for your children and so much more!

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Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.
Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor Diabetes Research Institute. Learn more about DRI and their work here.
RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Grab this free download! Blood Sugar Hacks Guide for Parents of T1D Kids HERE.
Get personalized support + action plan with a Family Intensive Coaching Session HERE.
Learn about our Family Group Coaching Program HERE.
Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

17. Unlearning perfectionism with T1D Dietician Bridget Wood Jun 14, 2022

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Bridget Wood to discuss forming a healthy relationship with food as T1Ds. We dive into our own personal histories with food, struggles with perfectionism, and our relationship with food now.
Bridget is a licensed dietician, nutritionist, and CDCES based in Nevada who has been living with type one diabetes since she was a senior in high school.
In this episode, we talk about…

Questioning our beliefs surrounding food and T1D
Finding that fine line between having in-range blood sugars and preventing future complications not just on a physical level, but also on a mental level
Chasing straight line CGM graph lines and if that is even attainable
The importance of competent cultural care with type one diabetes and food

I am so excited to share this talk with Bridget because I feel that it’s important to hear from diabetes healthcare professionals who live with type one diabetes themselves.
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Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor Diabetes Research Institute. Learn more about their upcoming Bike Ride event HERE
RESOURCES FOR YOU:
For ways to lower your A1C starting now HERE
For nutrition strategies and meal plan HERE
For reducing highs and lows during exercise HERE
Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

16. The #1 Thing To Do To Lower Your A1C Jun 07, 2022

In today’s episode, I’m boiling down everything I’ve observed in 7 years of coaching people impacted by T1D into one essential takeaway.
In my experience, there is this ONE thing that is at the base of every T1D transformation, no matter who the person is, when they were diagnosed, or what their story is. I've seen it for myself and I've witnessed it for every single one of our clients here at Risely.
Today, I’m sharing the number one thing that YOU can do to lower your A1C.
If you're waking up every day frustrated and feeling like you're not getting any closer to creating positive change in your life or with your diabetes, then this episode is for you!
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Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor Diabetes Research Institute. Learn more about their upcoming Bike Ride event HERE
RESOURCES FOR YOU:
For ways to lower your A1C starting now HERE
For nutrition strategies and meal plan HERE
For reducing highs and lows during exercise HERE
Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

15. The Top 10 Questions We Get From Parents of T1D Kids Jun 02, 2022

In this week’s bi-weekly episode focused on parents and caregivers of children with type one diabetes, Risely’s Family Program head coach Trista Johnson returns to the podcast to answer the top 10 questions we get from parents of T1D kids.
We talk about…

How to identify and understand a pattern with your child’s blood sugars, even when their bodies are ever changing
How to treat lows while reducing rebound highs
How to navigate your own self-care as a caregiver
How to get your child to actually care more about their blood sugars
… and so much more!

Make sure to listen to the end of the episode where I share more about our Group Coaching Program for Parents of T1D Kids that kicks off on July 6th. We weren't going to run this program until the fall, but there's been a high demand for it, so we are ramping up for a summer program that we’re very excited to offer!
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Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor Diabetes Research Institute. Learn more about their upcoming Bike Ride event HERE.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Grab this free download! Blood Sugar Hacks Guide for Parents of T1D Kids HERE.
Get personalized support + action plan with a Family Intensive Coaching Session HERE.
Learn about our Family Group Coaching Program HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

14. Bachelorette Party Low Down (Blood Sugars & All the Deets!) May 31, 2022

Coming to you today with a special life update episode! I recorded this podcast the Monday after my bachelorette party so I could give you all the details of the weekend and how I celebrated - T1D style.
I am seriously so grateful for being at a place with my type one diabetes that I can actually enjoy all these wedding festivities without diabetes getting in the way.⁣ This weekend was a quintessential storm of ALL the factors that make it hard to be in control including…

Zero routine
Eating all day and eating late night
Alcohol (Hello champagne and tequila!)
Long days with lots of heat
Limited sleep

Was it my best 72 hours of numbers? No way! But I managed a 151 average with only 1 low so that felt like a big win!⁣ Next up, bridal shower and wedding 💍

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Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor Diabetes Research Institute. Learn more about their upcoming Bike Ride event HERE
To join DRI in their mission to a cure, you can do so HERE
RESOURCES FOR YOU:
For nutrition strategies and meal plan HERE
For reducing highs and lows during exercise HERE
Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

13. T1D Research Updates from DRI CEO Sean Kramer May 24, 2022

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by a very special guest, the CEO of the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation, Sean Kramer.
DRI is the largest and most comprehensive research center solely dedicated to curing diabetes. As the chief executive officer, Sean oversees the strategic and operational responsibilities of the company and drives the mission to provide the Diabetes Research Institute with the funds needed to discover a cure.
Sean brings more than two decades of fundraising success and experience to DRI. And, as a fourth-generation diabetic and a father to three girls, Sean is very passionate about working collaboratively to create a world without diabetes.
In this episode, you'll hear Sean talk about…

What his first 90 days as CEO looked like (he started his role at DRI just weeks before the onset of the pandemic)
The powerful research being done right now that is getting us closer to a cure
His suggestions for avoiding “hope fatigue”
The number one thing you should implement as a person, living with diabetes in order to set yourself up to be a candidate to receive the cure when it does come

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Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor Diabetes Research Institute.
Check out Lauren’s Instagram Reel with DRI CEO, Sean Kramer here.
To join DRI in their mission to a cure, you can do so here.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
For nutrition strategies and meal plan HERE
For reducing highs and lows during exercise HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

12. No One Right Way to Raise T1D Kids: An Intimate Conversation with Two Parents May 19, 2022

In this week’s bi-weekly episode focused on parents and caregivers of kids with type one diabetes, I’m throwing it back to an insightful zoom interview I did last year with two parents of T1D kids, Doug and Lacey. I coached both families for over two years, and their growth in mindset and managing numbers has been tremendous. I can’t wait to share their journeys with you.
Doug lives in Connecticut with his wife, Gina, and their two kids. His daughter Sabrina was diagnosed at nine and is now 13. Lacy lives in Chicago with her husband Brian and their three boys. Her son Ethan was diagnosed at 20 months old and is now eight.
In this episode, we talk about so much including…

Navigating different management and parenting styles
Finding balance with food and blood sugars
How both families handle leaving their child in someone else's care
The impact of teaching kids to strive for perfection with their T1D.

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Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor Diabetes Research Institute
Check out Lauren’s Instagram Reel with DRI CEO, Sean Kramer HERE
To join DRI in their mission to a cure, you can do so HERE

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Grab this free download! Blood Sugar Hacks Guide for Parents of T1D Kids HERE
Get personalized support + action plan with a Family Intensive Coaching Session HERE
Learn about our Family Group Coaching Program HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

11. Megan Baumley on her transformation from T1D death sentence to holistic empowerment May 17, 2022

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Megan Baumley to discuss how her relationship with T1D transformed from feeling like her diagnosis was a death sentence to finding empowerment through a holistic approach.
Megan was diagnosed with T1D right before her 18th birthday. Before joining Risely’s Decide & Conquer Bootcamp in 2021, she was all or nothing with her diabetes, super anxious about her health, embarrassed by her numbers, and afraid to admit that she needed help.
Listen to learn how Megan not only accepted her diabetes but also found confidence and a whole new sense of self through the process.
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Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor Diabetes Research Institute
Check out Lauren’s Instagram Reel with DRI CEO, Sean Kramer HERE
To join DRI in their mission to a cure, you can do so HERE
RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Learn more and apply to the Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Bootcamp HERE
For nutrition strategies and meal plan HERE
For reducing highs and lows during exercise HERE
Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

10. Why I’m making space to slow down, how to come back to center when you’re stressed out, and what happens when you don’t listen to your body. May 13, 2022

Coming to you today with a special BONUS episode! I followed my intuition one morning and recorded this very raw, unplanned episode because this topic is something I am personally facing right now, which made me think others might be going through something similar.

In today’s show, I open up about my past experiences with stress, including…
👉 the times that my body has been completely out of balance
👉 the consequences I faced after ignoring my body’s signals
👉 and what it took for me to shift from pushing through to slowing down
I also share ways to recognize the signs of stress in your body and strategies to recenter yourself. And we wrap it all up with a grounding exercise with the hope that you’ll finish this episode feeling even just the slightest bit more at ease.
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Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor Diabetes Research Institute.
Check out Lauren’s Instagram Reel with DRI CEO, Sean Kramer HERE.
To join DRI in their mission to a cure, you can do so HERE.
RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Learn more and apply to the Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Bootcamp HERE
For nutrition strategies and meal plan HERE
For reducing highs and lows during exercise HERE
Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

9. Why Health Coaching is a Game Changer for T1D Management May 10, 2022

Have you ever been curious about what health coaching is? Today’s episode is dedicated to answering that question in depth.
You will learn…

What health coaching provides that’s different from the medical field
How a health coach can supplement traditional health care
Why health coaching is such a game changer for T1D management

You will hear empowering client stories from the Risely team that demonstrate the power of health coaching. Additionally, I’ll share with you five top reasons why health coaching should be considered a critical element of care for people and families impacted by T1D.
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Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor Diabetes Research Institute. You can learn more about DRI and their work here.
RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Learn more and apply to the Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Bootcamp HERE
For nutrition strategies and meal plan click HERE
For reducing highs and lows during exercise click HERE
Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

8. The diabetes complications parents of T1D kids might not be thinking about May 05, 2022

In this week’s bi-weekly episode focused on parents and caregivers of kids with type one diabetes, I’m joined by Trista Johnson.
A nationally board-certified health coach on the Risely team, Trista cares deeply about helping parents and kids feel competent, capable, and calm living with type one diabetes.
Trista was diagnosed at the age of four, and her work as an educator and learning specialist naturally led her into the role as head coach in our family group coaching programs. She loves to meet families wherever they’re at on their journey and support them in achieving personalized success with T1D.
In this episode, we’ll discuss the top three challenges that we see in adults with T1D that often stem from a childhood diagnosis and provide tips and tricks on how to get ahead of those challenges with your child early on.
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Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.
Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor Diabetes Research Institute. You can learn more about DRI and their work here.
RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Grab this free download! Blood Sugar Hacks Guide for Parents of T1D Kids HERE.
Get personalized support + action plan with a Family Intensive Coaching Session HERE.
Learn about our Family Group Coaching Program HERE.
Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

7. Navigating Shame and Vulnerability with Jehan Arafa Tappe May 03, 2022

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Jehan Arafa Tappe to discuss navigating shame and vulnerability with type one diabetes.

Jehan was diagnosed with T1D at ten years old and is now a coach on the Risely team. For a long time, Jehan would put on a happy face for family and friends when in reality, she was suffering on the inside and was struggling with her relationship with diabetes.

In this episode, she shares the story of a secret that she's held onto for 23 years that she only recently told her husband about.

Other takeaways that you're going to hear in the episode:
1. The underlying issues we hear from clients that need to be addressed in order to
move forward in their T1D journey.
2. How diabetes coaching works and helps you get to the root of those issues.
3. Straightforward tips to implement into your routine to get low-hanging fruit wins.

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Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor Diabetes Research Institute. You can learn more about DRI and their work here.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Learn more and apply to the Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Bootcamp HERE
For a blood sugar reset HERE
For reducing highs and lows during exercise HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

6. Ask Me Anything Part 1 Apr 26, 2022

Today’s episode is an extra fun one because it’s a collaboration with all of you listeners! I opened up a Q+A on Instagram and chose 6 questions to dive into on the podcast.

We get into topics like:

Taking the textbook information you’re told and customizing it to your body
Relationship with food and weight loss as a T1D
Communicating your needs with your support system
Exercise and knowing your body’s patterns
Spontaneity and blood sugar management
Resetting with T1D after prolonged periods of out of range numbers

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

Thank you to the Reclaim Your Rise podcast sponsor Diabetes Research Institute. You can learn more about DRI and their work here and donate here

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Learn more and apply to the Decide and Conquer Group Coaching Bootcamp HERE
For a blood sugar reset HERE
For reducing highs and lows during exercise HERE

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

5. 5 Mindset Reframes for Parents of T1D Kids Apr 21, 2022

This is the very first episode dedicated exclusively to parents and caregivers of children with type one diabetes.

At least two times a month on Thursdays, I'll be posting these special family-based episodes where I’ll share as much education, tools, and strategies that can not only help you shift your relationship with diabetes but also your child's relationship with diabetes. These episodes will be under 30 minutes so that you can listen while you're doing chores, driving to work, or dropping your kids off at school.

In this debut family episode, I’ll share five mindset reframes with you. A huge part of navigating diabetes, whether you have it, or if you're a caregiver of someone who has it, is the mental and emotional piece of managing your child's diabetes.

If you are constantly, struggling to figure out how to maintain blood sugar control for your child while also letting your kid just be a kid. This podcast is for you.

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:

Grab this free download! Blood Sugar Hacks Guide for Parents of T1D Kids HERE.
Get personalized support + action plan with a Family Intensive Coaching Session for HERE. Learn about our Family Group Coaching Program HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

4. How to Navigate T1D Stress and Anxiety with Psychologist Dr. Dumont Apr 19, 2022

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Elana Dumont to discuss mental health and Type 1 Diabetes.

Dr. Elana Dumont is a NY State licensed clinical psychologist specializing in working with children, teens, and adults with mood and anxiety disorders. She was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes when she was 22 years old and is a passionate member of Risely’s Advisory Board.

Elana and I discuss essential topics surrounding mental health and Type 1 Diabetes, such as the acceptance process of getting diagnosed as an adult, navigating anxiety and stress while living with T1D, and how to get the most out of working with a therapist or a psychologist who might not fully understand the reality of living with T1D. We also talk about parenting for a child with T1D, the mental health of the caregiver, and Elana provides lots of great tips and helpful reframes for parents.

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!

Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

RESOURCES FOR YOU:
You can find Risely’s Cornerstone Class Series on mindset and mental health HERE.
Grab this free download! Your T1D Starter Kit: 5 Tips for Better Blood Sugars HERE.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.

3. The Insulin Crisis in America with Pay or Die Filmmaker Scott Ruderman Apr 12, 2022

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Scott Ruderman to discuss the insulin crisis in America.
Scott was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2009. He is an award-winning filmmaker who has worked on documentary film projects for Netflix, BBC, Hulu, Discovery +, A&E, and HBO.
Scott’s current film, PAY OR DIE, is a documentary that examines how the lives of type 1 diabetics in America are being threatened and lost due to insulin cost. This is a crucial conversation for us to be having as a community and raising awareness on. We also get into how actress and comedian Sarah Silverman recently came on as executive producer.

For anyone that wants to support PAY OR DIE, here is their GoFundMe page where you can donate and share their story.

Visit the PAY OR DIE website to learn more about the team, watch the most recent teaser, and find resources.

Follow PAY OR DIE on Instagram.
Follow PAY OR DIE on Facebook.
Follow PAY OR DIE on Twitter.

Visit Insulin for Life and the Embrace Foundation to get involved with insulin accessibility advocacy and for support getting supplies.
Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!
Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.

Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.

Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages or healthcare plan.

2. Rethinking Diabetes: Discussing Mind, Body and Food beliefs with Jess Bonilla Apr 05, 2022

This week I’m sitting down with my first co-host on the pod Jessica Bonilla, Nationally Certified Health Coach and the Director of Coaching at Risely.

This episode is full of so many juicy stories and takeaways for you. Jess and I share the synchronous story of how we met and started coaching together and the biggest belief blocks around exercise, nutrition, and diabetes that we see in our clients and have personally experienced ourselves. Jess also shares her history of being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 15 and how she dealt with her endocrinologist claiming she was in “a rebellious phase.”

Definitely listen until the end for our lightning round where Jess answers the importance of sharing why we reclaim our rise.

Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!
Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.
RESOURCES FOR YOU:
You can find the Cornerstone Class on Menstrual Cycle and Blood Sugar Control mentioned in the episode HERE.

Grab this free download! Your T1D Starter Kit: 5 Tips for Better Blood Sugars HERE
Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages or healthcare plan.

1. Welcome to the Reclaim Your Rise Podcast! Mar 29, 2022

Hello and welcome to the Reclaim Your Rise Podcast! Ever since the launch of Risely, we’ve wanted to give you MORE. In this debut episode, I share why I started this podcast and how it’s going to help you with your blood sugars and beyond.

If you don’t know me, I am the CEO and Founder of Risely Health, where our team is challenging the current healthcare system and the world of diabetes management through innovative health coaching programs and online educational classes. I have navigated type 1 diabetes first hand since age seven. Through my work coaching and supporting thousands of other people impacted by T1D and through my own journey, I’ve developed the core belief that when our health transforms, so does everything else- our relationships, time, career, families, and, most importantly, ourselves.

We are so excited for you to Reclaim Your Rise with us!
Hit the subscribe button and rate and review to help this podcast rise!
Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop for when new episodes drop.
Send me a DM to introduce yourself with any feedback, questions, or suggestions on topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes.
RESOURCES FOR YOU:
Grab this free download! Your T1D Starter Kit: 5 Tips for Better Blood Sugars HERE.
Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages or healthcare plan.

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