Ep. 71 - Empowering Diabetes Management: A Conversation with Lisa Rosan, Independent Diabetes Educator

Kanna Fitness Radio

Get ready for an insightful journey with our guest, Lisa Rosan, an independent diabetes educator, who walks us through her life's path and the experiences that led her to her current role. Listen as she shares her initial journey in child development, nursing, and the different roles she's played in the healthcare field. Lisa brings her passion for teaching and helping others understand their bodies, and she gives an inside look into her role as a health coach. She emphasizes her drive to empower people to manage their diabetes and sheds light on her hard-earned credentials as a certified diabetes care and education specialist.

Stay tuned as Lisa enlightens us about diabetes and the crucial role of independent diabetes educators. She explains the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and the importance of lifestyle changes to prevent prediabetes from escalating into full-blown Type 2 diabetes. She also stresses the importance of understanding A1Cs and their role in diabetes management. Lisa explains the long-term complications of diabetes and how insulin can change the game when it comes to managing the condition.

Don't miss out as Lisa Rosan talks about her services and the unique approach she uses to help her clients. She discusses how she navigates through the stages of change, the role of food and movement, and how to adjust insulin doses. Finally, she shares her experience with virtual health coaching, emphasizing the potential benefits of this mode of coaching. Listen as Lisa shows us how she uses modern communication tools to create a successful relationship with her clients, making diabetes management a more navigable journey for everyone involved.

Check out Lisa's website: www.leftrightdiabetescoaching.com

(16:37 - 18:12) Understanding Prediabetes and Preventive Measures

(21:23 - 22:57) Risk Factors for Type 2 Diabetes

(28:54 - 29:35) Importance of Blood Sugar Levels

(31:37 - 33:19) The Risks and Management of Diabetes

(39:53 - 40:55) Navigating Online Information for Personalized Planning

(47:03 - 48:15) Understanding Medications and Glucose Metabolism

Keywords: Diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, Prediabetes, A1C, Insulin, Lifestyle Changes, Diabetes Management, Diabetes Coaching, Virtual Health Coaching, Blood Sugar Data, Stages of Change, Food, Movement