Diabetes Digital Podcast by Food Heaven

Chia seeds get a lot of hype in the blood sugar world. You might see them added to puddings, smoothies, or water and hear that they can magically prevent glucose spikes. So what is actually true? Today we’re breaking down what chia seeds do in the body, how they may support blood sugar, and where expectations can get a little unrealistic.

If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Eggs get talked about a lot when it comes to breakfast, especially in diabetes and blood sugar conversations. But not everyone likes eggs, tolerates them well, or wants them every morning.

The good news is that eggs are not required for a balanced breakfast. Today we’re breaking down what actually makes a breakfast balanced, why protein and fiber matter in the morning, and plenty of egg-free ideas that can support energy, satisfaction, and blood sugar without feeling restrictive.

If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Breakfast is one of the most debated meals. In this episode, we’re cutting through the mixed messages to help you understand your body’s patterns. We’ll talk about cultural breakfast traditions, dawn phenomenon, how medications play a role, and why some people genuinely feel better eating later. We’ll also walk through the signs that morning fasting isn’t supporting you, plus gentle options for people who aren’t hungry in the morning but still need fuel.

If you're living with diabetes or prediabetes and want personalized support from a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist covered by insurance, visit diabetesdigital.co to connect with our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team. And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify—it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast.

Labs can bring up a lot of feelings fear, shame, pressure, and confusion. In this episode, Wendy and Jess break down the most important labs to know if you have diabetes, pre diabetes, or high cholesterol, what the numbers actually mean, and what you can do to support them. The goal isn't to make a million changes at once it's to help you feel informed and empowered to advocate for yourself at your next appointment.

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If you’ve seen TikToks about cold potatoes or leftover rice being a “blood sugar hack,” this episode is for you. We’re diving into resistant starch, what it is, how it forms, and why it acts a little like fiber in the body. We’ll talk about the science behind how this can aid with gentler glucose rise, break down a recent study on resistant starch, and share easy ways to add resistant starch into your meals.

Whether you're managing diabetes, prediabetes, or simply want to feel better through food, our culturally aware and weight-inclusive team of Registered Dietitian Nutritionists is here to help and we accept insurance. Visit diabetesdigital.co to get started.

And if you love the show, don't forget to rate and review us on iTunes or Spotify — it makes a huge difference! For additional resources and show notes, head to diabetesdigital.co/podcast