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The Diabetes Podcast®

by Empowered Diabetes

Welcome to The Diabetes Podcast®, a bi-weekly podcast that cuts through the medical jargon and brings you real, actionable talk about Type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, and the realistic path to remission. If you are tired of feeling overwhelmed, confused, or shamed by your diagnosis, you have found your safe haven. Managing your blood sugar shouldn't mean giving up the life you love, eating cardboard, or living in constant fear of your next A1C test. Every other week, we share expert clinical insights, inspiring patient success stories, and practical, everyday strategies to help you lower blood sugar, lose weight, regain your energy, and reduce or even eliminate your reliance on medications. Hosted by Amber and Richie Wilhoit, the show bridges the gap between confusing doctor visits and real life. Richie sits in the "curious patient advocate" seat, asking the exact, frustrating questions you have always wanted to ask your doctor. Amber, a clinical diabetes expert, answers them by breaking down the complex science of metabolic health into simple, bite-sized steps you can actually use. To help you take back control of your health, we dive deep into the most searched and highly requested topics in diabetes care, including: • Understanding and reversing insulin resistance • How to lower your fasting blood sugar and A1C safely and naturally • The truth about diabetes medications (including Metformin, insulin, and GLP-1s) and managing side effects • Practical nutrition, low-carb strategies, and healthy eating without starvation or deprivation • Decoding your lab results, cholesterol, and metabolic panels • Using Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) and blood glucose meters effectively • Managing and preventing complications like neuropathy, fatigue, and diabetes distress • Actionable, step-by-step strategies for achieving Type 2 diabetes remission and reversing prediabetes While our primary focus is on Type 2 diabetes and prediabetes, we also explore Type 1 diabetes, chronic disease management, and overall holistic health. Why? Because managing diabetes is about so much more than just numbers on a meter—it is about reclaiming your life, optimizing your longevity, and thriving. Whether you were just diagnosed with prediabetes yesterday, have been navigating Type 2 diabetes for decades, or are a caregiver looking to support a loved one, you belong in this community. No lectures. No judgment. Just real science, deep empathy, and the empowerment you need to change your trajectory. If you are ready to move past the myths, take control of your metabolic health, and find true freedom on your diabetes journey, hit subscribe and join the movement! 🎁 Get Your FREE Type 2 and Prediabetes Remission Roadmap: Ready to take the first step toward reclaiming your health? Download our free, step-by-step guide to remission today: https://roadmap.thediabetespodcast.com ✉️ Contact Us & Share Your Story: Are you a healthcare provider frustrated by the system, or a patient with an incredible remission success story? We want to hear from you! Reach out to us at support@empowereddiabetes.com. Disclaimer: The content provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, diet changes, or treatment plan.

Latest episodes

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EP077 "Stop Judging My Diabetes": Why Everyone Feels Entitled to Comment on Your Food

Ever feel like the moment you got a diabetes diagnosis, your plate became public property? In this episode, Richie and Amber (a Registered Dietitian and Diabetes Educator

Sep 21
55 min

EP076 "Just Tell Me What To Eat!" | The Truth About Diets for Type 2 Diabetes

If you’ve been diagnosed with prediabetes or Type 2 diabetes, food suddenly becomes unbelievably complicated. In this episode, Richie and Amber tackle the most common que

Sep 14
1 h 29 min

The New ADA Guidelines Just Changed Insulin Delivery Forever (2026 Update)

Did you know the American Diabetes Association's 2026 Standards of Care now name automated insulin delivery (AID) as the preferred method over multiple daily injections —

Sep 7
1 h 19 min

Continuous Glucose Monitors Compared: Which One Is Right for YOU?

Confused about which CGM is right for you? Amber (RD/LD, CDCES) and Richie compare the three major continuous glucose monitors in the U.S.: Dexcom G7, FreeStyle Libre 3 P

Aug 31
56 min

Your CGM Is LYING to You (And It's Not Broken)

Ever had your CGM alarm go off in the middle of the night, telling you your blood sugar is dangerously low — only to feel completely fine? You're not alone, and you're no

Aug 24
48 min

Diabetes Setbacks: How to Get Back on Track

Are you feeling overwhelmed by your diabetes management? Did you achieve remission, only to see your blood sugar numbers creep back up? You are not alone, and it is absol

Aug 17
1 h 06 min

9 Type 2 Diabetes Mistakes That Keep You Stuck — And How to Fix Them

Are you making one of these common mistakes with your Type 2 diabetes or prediabetes? In this episode of The Diabetes Podcast, Amber (RD/LD, CDCES with 23+ years of clini

Aug 10
46 min

Does Gestational Diabetes Affect Your Baby’s Future? The Truth About Post Pregnancy Metabolic Health

Download your free Prediabetes & Type 2 Diabetes "Remission Roadmap" at: https://thediabetespodcast.com Need help NOW? Reach out to our support email at support@empowere

Jul 13
50 min

The Truth About Gestational Diabetes (It's Not Your Fault)

If you've been diagnosed with gestational diabetes, you might be feeling scared or wondering what you did wrong. Take a deep breath: it is not your fault. In this episod

Jun 29
43 min

The Truth About Aging with Type 2 Diabetes (And How to Thrive)

Are you tired of a healthcare system that treats you like a number instead of a person? In this episode of The Diabetes Podcast®, Richie and Amber sit down with Dr. Golno

Jun 22
1 h 09 min

How to Lower A1C Without Obsessive Calorie Counting (Expert Tips)

Are you tired of obsessing over every calorie, carb, and number on the scale? In this episode of The Diabetes Podcast, Amber and Richie sit down with Terri Chrisman, a bo

Jun 1
1 h 10 min

4 Hidden Causes of High Blood Sugar (It’s NOT Your Fault) | 12 Core Defects of Diabetes Revisited

Are you doing everything right but your blood sugar is still high? You are not crazy, and you are not being gaslit by your body. In this episode of The Diabetes Podcast,

May 25
1 h 03 min

Eat Foods That Love You Back: Mindfulness for Diabetes

Are you letting a "bum knee" or a stiff back keep you from moving your body? Today, Amber and Richie sit down with intuitive movement guide and yoga instructor Veronique

May 11
1 h 12 min

The Truth About Dr. Oz, Dr. Gundry & Celebrity Diabetes Supplements

Welcome to The Diabetes Podcast®, where we share real stories, real science, and a little fun along the way. Today is part three of our four-part series, "The Grift: The

May 4
1 h 09 min

EP049: The Insulin Playbook -Basal vs. Bolus & How to Fix Your Dosing

Welcome to The Diabetes Podcast! If you or a loved one takes insulin for type 2 diabetes, this episode is your ultimate masterclass. Amber and Richie dive deep into the m

Mar 9
1 h 27 min

EP046 Frozen Shoulder, Joint Pain & Diabetes: A Guide to Moving Better with David Jeter, PT

Are you letting joint pain or a frozen shoulder keep you from living your active life? In this episode, we sit down with physical therapist Dave Jeter, who brings 25 year

Feb 16
1 h 04 min

EP045 Reversing Erectile & Sexual Dysfunction in Diabetes: The Hidden Cardiovascular Link

Are you blaming age, stress, or your relationship for changes in the bedroom? The truth is, sexual dysfunction is often the very first warning sign of diabetes and cardio

Feb 9
1 h 11 min

EP044 Overcoming A1C Inertia & Reversing Insulin Resistance with Dr. Cheri Ogwo, MD

Are you tired of the "wait and see" approach to your diabetes care? In this episode, we sit down with triple board-certified physician Dr. Cheri Ogwo (Endocrinology, Inte

Feb 2
1 h 07 min

EP042 Building Muscle for Insulin Sensitivity & Diabetes Management with Philip Pape

Want to supercharge your insulin sensitivity without restrictive dieting? Discover why building muscle is the ultimate "metabolic battery" for managing blood sugar. In th

Jan 19
1 h 02 min

EP041 Why Movement is the Ultimate Detox: Lymphatic Health & Insulin Resistance

Did you know you have a "third heart" that quietly controls your inflammation, immunity, and blood sugar? In this episode of The Diabetes Podcast®, Richie and Amber dive

Jan 12
37 min

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