09. Potlucks, Barbecues, and Cookouts—OH MY! T1D strategies for enjoying summer food without blood sugar chaos

About this episode

In this episode, Meg Cremins shares strategies for managing T1D during summer food events like barbecues and potlucks.

Food-centered events like barbecues, potlucks, and buffets can feel so overwhelming with T1D. In this episode, I'm breaking down the three strategies that can help you approach these events with more confidence, less stress, and (hopefully) more in-range blood sugars. We'll talk through practical tools you can implement TODAY like how to use a plate to your advantage, why it’s not always about perfection, and how your everyday relationship with food plays a bigger role than you think. Whether it’s the 4th of July, a weekend at the lake, or a simple summer dinner with friends, you deserve to enjoy the food and feel good in your body. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 4: How your relationship with food affects diabetes management Hunger/fullness scale (Google it, print it, use it!) If you enjoyed this episode, it would mean so much if you left a review or shared it with a friend living with T1D.💛 SEE MORE FROM MEG: IG: @megtypeone TikTok: @megtypeone1 YT: @megtypeone Website: megcremins.com Learn more about my T1D and nutrition programs on my website! This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider…

People in this episode

Host: Meg Cremins

Topics covered

• T1D management
• summer food strategies
• barbecues and potlucks
• blood sugar control
• relationship with food

Keywords

• T1D
• nutrition
• barbecues
• potlucks
• blood sugar
• food relationship
• summer meals

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, megcremins.com

Books & works: Episode 4: How your relationship with food affects diabetes management

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