Diabetes UNplugged with Nia Henry

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

This week, I’m excited to introduce the first episode in our Men’s Health Month series on Diabetes UNplugged! This four-part series is dedicated to exploring the critical topic of erectile dysfunction (ED), its connection to diabetes and some key things you can do to improve sexual function.

In this episode, we delve deep into understanding ...

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

This week, we're diving into practical strategies for managing blood sugar levels with four effective blood sugar hacks. I share my thoughts on how to quickly lower your blood sugar using simple yet powerful tools. In this episode, we'll cover:

• The Dawn phenomenon and how it affects individuals with and without diabetes.
• How to use your m...

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

This week, we’re sitting down with Dr. Amanda Adkins, a board-certified internal medicine & lifestyle physician, health coach, and owner of Enlightened Health and Wealth. Dr. Adkins is passionate about helping women who are overweight prevent and reverse chronic illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure.

In this e...

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

This week, we're diving into the world of efficient grocery shopping. Discover 5 expert tips to save both time and money on your next trip to the grocery store.

We'll explore strategies for meal planning and navigating the aisles with purpose.

Discover how to streamline your grocery runs, optimize your shopping list and avoid impulse buys th...

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

This week, we're answering more of YOUR questions in part 2 of the diabetes Q&A!

In this episode, Nia expands on everything from:

• Can you get amputated with an a1c of 6.2
• How to handle High Cholesterol & Triglycerides and how they contribute to insulin resistance
• When is it time to lower your medication
• Why are Diabetics more likely ...

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

This week, we're hanging out with Ladie Kei, the brain behind The Kei's to Juicing, the affordable fresh juice challenge designed help you achieve proper internal balance on your health journey so you can reverse disease, eliminate waste & toxins and improve your mental health.

Ladie Kei figured out that her son's allergy induced skin fl...

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

This week, Nia is back with a solo episode answering some of the most frequently asked questions from the diabetes community, providing expert insights and actionable advice to help you navigate your diabetes journey confidently.

In this episode, we'll explore the best strategies for managing blood sugar levels, common concerns around unexpl...

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

This week, we’re diving into our emotional connection to food, exploring how our deep-seated trauma and triggers can profoundly influence our beliefs and behaviors surrounding nutrition.

In this episode, Dr. Myisha Claiborne, an integrative physician and expert in neurolinguistic programming, joins me to unpack these complex dynamics and...

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

This week, I am talking about my 4 pillars I have developed over time help me lower by blood sugar.

These simple things not only lowered by blood sugar when I had gestational diabetes but allows me to maintain healthy blood sugar levels as I am susceptible to getting Type 2 Diabetes in the future.

My process is to take some of the most co...

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

This week, I have the opportunity to speak to someone who has shaped my life in so many ways...my mom. We sit down to have a candid conversation about how we both ended long term relationships. Our journeys have mirrored each other and we talked about what the cost of loyalty and how that has affected us.

My mom opens up about her life from...

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

This week, I am really gonna make some of you mad. I'm taking on the "miracle drug", Ozempic. Most people in the Diabetes and Weigh Loss Communities cannot stop singing its praises.

But I am here to tell you everything that glitters ain't gold!

This week I discuss some of the underline and under sold effects that Ozempic has on your body. ...

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

In this special episode I wanted to feature an episode I did with Jarratt DAMN on his platform, It’s About DAMN Time.

We delved deep into the complex relationship between stress, weight loss, and overall health.

We also talk about how your body provides you with warning signs that it is in distress. I breaks down what your cravings say abo...

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

In this episode of Diabetes UNplugged, Nia Henry sits down with Jarratt DAMN to discuss the importance of setting healthy boundaries.

We explore what comes to mind when we say the word boundaries and delve into the challenges people pleasers face when setting them.

Jarratt DAMN explores where his people-pleasing tendencies come from and how th...

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

This week, I am back with a solo episode that focuses on equips you with the questions you NEED to ask your doctor to get the diabetes support you deserve!

Learn how to advocate for yourself and create a personalized treatment plan that addresses your physical AND mental well-being.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• 5 powerful ques...

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

This week, I dive into revolutionizing diabetes management with special guests Jose Tejero, exercise physiologist, and Diana Licalzi, a renowned Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist. Together, they form the Type 2 Diabetes Revolution, challenging conventional approaches to diabetes wellness.

We discuss ...

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

This week, I am being the most vulnerable I've been on this platform. I've been thinking about this for weeks and now it's time for me to set myself free.

I am opening up about the end of my 13 year relationship and the lessons I have learned from it. I talk about how hard that decision was to break up my family and get out of my comfort ...

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

This week, I am speaking with Dominating Diabetes Academy Alum, Mrs. Sherry Stephans.

Sherry opens up to me about her entire diabetes journey. From first being diagnosed with a A1C of 18 to her search for the right doctor that would actually listen to her.

We also discuss how bad it got for her. Sherry felt hopeless at one point and even los...

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

This week, I am speaking to my good friend (not to mention the producer of this podcast) Jarratt DAMN. We discuss how his type 2 diabetes diagnosis impacted his dating life.

Jarratt reveals how he navigated through the initial shock of finding out he had diabetes months after his marriage ended and his experience on dating sites afterwards.

I...

Welcome to Diabetes Unplugged! The podcast that shines light on life BEYOND the diagnosis...

This week, I dive into the transformative power of the 80/20 rule in achieving your health goals.

I break down how dedicating 80% of your efforts to structured nutrition, exercise, and sleep routines can pave the way for flexibility and enjoyment in the remaining 20%.

Join me as I provide practical insights on implementing this guideline ac...