Blood Sugar Unfiltered
Real Talk. Real Food. Real Life with Type 2 Diabetes Russ Powell, MS, RD, LD, BC-ADM, CDCES | Diabetes Nutrition Expert You’ve been told to “cut carbs,” “lose weight,” or “just eat better” but no one explained what that actually means for your life, your schedule, or your body. Welcome to Blood Sugar Unfiltered, the podcast that cuts through the confusion and gives you real strategies for living well with type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, and insulin resistance. Hosted by Russ Powell, a leading voice in diabetes nutrition, women’s health, and blood sugar coaching, each episode helps you understand your A1c, master meal planning, and use CGM insights to eat with confidence not confusion. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or years in, you’ll walk away with food freedom, clarity, and the tools to lower your blood sugar without burning out. Subscribe for real talk, real food, and real life with diabetes.
Episodes
Noticing more spikes this summer? You're not imagining it, and you're not alone. In this Q&A episode, Russ answers three of the most common questions he hears from clients during the summer season: how to eat on the road, what to order when dining out, and what to actually do when your blood sugar won't come back down after vacation (hint: it's not a detox). Real questions, evidence-based answers, zero lecture e...
Almost half of adults on a GLP-1 for type 2 diabetes and roughly two-thirds on it for weight stop the medication inside the first year. Most of them aren't quitting because the drug isn't working. They're quitting because nobody handed them a playbook for the first 90 days.
In this episode, Russender Powell, MS, RD, LD, BC-ADM, CDCES decodes what GLP-1 patients have been describing for years and almost no one is nami...
You ate the same thing you always eat and your blood sugar came back higher than usual. Sound familiar? In this episode, Russ breaks down exactly why your glucose response to the same meal can change from one day to the next, and why that random spike is not a failure. It is information. Tune in to learn the seven most common culprits behind inconsistent blood sugar readings, what to do right after a spike happens, ...
In this episode of Blood Sugar Unfiltered, Russ Powell, RD, CDCES, breaks down the 2026 Management of Dyslipidemia guidelines—the new, more holistic approach to cholesterol and heart health. Rather than just “chasing numbers” like LDL and HDL, these guidelines prioritize prevention, personalized risk assessment, and lifestyle as a first-line, Class A recommendation.
Russ explains what tests like Lip...
In this episode, Russ breaks down a fresh, realistic way to approach holiday eating without guilt, restriction, or the infamous “I’ll restart in January” spiral. You’ll learn why the holidays themselves aren’t the problem, how to avoid turning them into a full holi-week, and how to anchor your choices using a simple principle: start with the end in mind.
Russ also shares an eye-opening i...
Ever had your CGM tell you one thing while your fingerstick says something completely different? In this episode of Blood Sugar Unfiltered, I share a real story of when my sensor started running consistently high and how it sent me spiraling with unnecessary corrections, frustration, and confusion.
We’ll talk about:
- Why CGMs can sometimes feel “off” compared to fingersticks
- FDA accuracy stan...
Remission of type 2 diabetes is real, measurable, and possible for many people. In this episode of Blood Sugar Unfiltered,Russ Powell, MS, RD, LD, BC-ADM, CDCES, explains what remission means, how the ADA defines it, and the science behind proven strategies like visceral fat reduction and structured weight loss protocols.
You’ll hear two powerful client stories:
- A 27-year-old who saw her blood sugars improve...
Ozempic®, Wegovy®, Mounjaro®, Zepbound® they’re not brand-new, but at higher doses these medications are now being used beyond diabetes care. Yes, they can lower A1c, drive weight loss, and protect your heart and kidneys. But here’s what the headlines aren’t saying: up to 40% of the weight you lose could be lean mass.
In this episode of Blood Sugar Unfiltered, Russ Powell, MS, RD, LD, BC-ADM, CDCES,...
We get real about how blood sugar impacts sperm quality, testosterone, sexual vitality, and prostate health—with practical, sustainable nutrition for men navigating prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. No extremes, just patterns that move the needle.
You’ll Learn
- The top myths men believe about diet, sexual health, and fertility
- How glucose control shapes energy, testosterone, and sperm quality
- Smart carb...
Wondering if intermittent fasting is just another diet fad or a proven strategy for blood sugar, diabetes, and weight management? In this episode of Blood Sugar Unfiltered, Russ Powell, registered dietitian and diabetes specialist, breaks down the science (and the real-life “how-tos”) of intermittent fasting versus classic calorie counting.
What You’ll Learn:
- What intermittent fasting actually is...
Have you ever been told to “just eat in moderation” and felt completely lost? If you’re living with type 2 diabetes or insulin resistance, that vague advice doesn’t cut it. In this episode of Blood Sugar Unfiltered, I’m breaking down what moderation actually looks like and introducing you to my D.A.M.M. Method, a simple framework I created to help my clients define moderation for themse...
Ever find yourself wide awake at 3 AM with a racing heart or restless mind? In this episode of Blood Sugar Unfiltered, I dive into why this happens and how your blood sugar—and hormones—might be the reason. I break down simple, evidence-based strategies to stabilize your blood sugar, calm your nervous system, and finally get a full night of sleep.
"A calm night’s sleep starts with what you do before...
Reversing Insulin Resistance—Without Giving Up Your Culture
Why the right food strategy matters more than restriction
Have you been told you have to give up rice, tortillas, or fruit to reverse insulin resistance or manage type 2 diabetes?
In this episode of Blood Sugar Unfiltered, I’m calling out the food noise, shame-based coaching, and confusing advice that makes you feel like you have to choose betw...
In this episode,I unpack the fears many people have around blood sugar levels. I explain why those spikes and dips you see on your glucose monitor aren’t failures; they are simply signals from your body. I will walk you through what’s actually happening when your blood sugar rises after a meal, what a healthy A1C looks like depending on your goals, and how to make sense of continuous glucose monitor ...
Real Talk. Real Food. Real Life with Type 2 Diabetes
Tired of vague advice like “just lose weight” or “cut carbs”? You’re not alone and you’re not failing. You’ve just been given a plan that wasn’t built for your life.
Welcome to Blood Sugar Unfiltered, the podcast that helps you cut through the confusion of managing type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, and insulin resistance w...
If you’ve been overwhelmed by advice that feels too generic—or shamed for not doing diabetes “perfectly”—this podcast is for you.
In this kickoff episode of Blood Sugar Unfiltered, I’m pulling back the curtain on why I created this show, what makes it different from everything else out there, and how we’re going to navigate real food, real numbers, and real life—togethe...
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