Longevity and Risks
Eric highlights the increasing longevity of type 1 diabetes patients and the associated risk of cardiovascular disease. He emphasizes the importance of managing adult diabetes risks like blood pressure and cholesterol to improve outcomes. Scott shares personal concerns about his daughter's future health, reflecting on the evolving landscape of diabetes management.In this clip
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Juicebox Podcast: Type 1 Diabetes
#140 Dr. Eric Johnson, T1D
Related Questions
After watching some of your videos, I am now concerned my days are numbered. I am diabetic, on a lot of medications, and three different types of insulin. I can't get my sugar levels down, and now I am scared I don't have much time to do what I want in life. I am 61 years old. I also receive shots in my back called bupivacaine. What can I do? My brother and sister, both with diabetes, passed very young, and neither made it past 65. Is there any hope for me? I got the red light thing today and also started the breathing thing this morning, although I may not have done it right, as I didn't get lightheaded. I am on a lot of vitamins, including Magnesium, Benfotiamine (Vitamin B1), Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA), Omega-3 (Fish Oil), and Vitamin B12. I just need to add the D3 with K2.
How can I add a personal touch to managing my health after being a diabetic for 14 years and now facing a life-threatening diagnosis, as discussed in the episode 251: How I reversed my type 2 diabetes | Eric Adams, Brooklyn borough president and the clip Embracing Health Changes?
What are the average life expectancies for men with type 2 diabetes, especially when they are insulin dependent?