Episode 39. Managing type 1 diabetes with the low carb diet

Prescribing Lifestyle

In this episode of Prescribing Lifestyle, Dr. Avi Charlton speaks with Jane McDonald, an audiologist and type 1 diabetic, who shares her journey of discovering the low-carb lifestyle and how it transformed her health. From dealing with the challenges of diabetes to finding hope and better management through therapeutic carbohydrate restriction, Jane’s story is both inspiring and educational.

Key Points Covered:

1. Introduction:
   • Jane McDonald, an audiologist and type 1 diabetic, shares her background and journey with diabetes.
   • Discussion on how Jane was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes during her first pregnancy and the challenges that followed.
2. Discovering Low Carb:
   • How Jane found out about low-carb through Dr. Troy Stapleton and Dr. Richard Bernstein’s methods.
   • The dramatic improvements in her health, including weight loss and better blood sugar control.
3. Health Benefits:
   • The numerous benefits Jane experienced after adopting a low-carb lifestyle, including increased energy, reduced inflammation, and improved sleep.
4. Daily Low-Carb Living:
   • A typical day of meals for Jane, focusing on real whole foods like eggs, bacon, meat, and green vegetables.
5. Advocacy and Awareness:
   • Jane’s involvement in the parliamentary inquiry into diabetes in Australia, advocating for dietary changes and better education for type 1 diabetics.
   • The importance of low-carb diets being recognized as a viable option for managing diabetes.
6. Conclusion:
   • Jane’s continued passion for sharing her story and helping others discover the benefits of low-carb living.
   • How listeners can learn more and reach out to Jane for further insights.

Additional Resources:

• YouTube Video: Watch Jane McDonald's talk on the Low Carb Down Under YouTube channel: Low Carb Down Under - Jane McDonald
• Contact Jane: Jane can be reached via email at [e-mail] but is not able to provide medical advice.

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