Saying “I’ll get on top of my diabetes in 2026” is easy. But making the goal stick past Feb is tough.

In this episode (a re-release from last Jan), Tracy and I sit down with behavioural strategist Tereeza Ballantine to break down how to set diabetes goals that actually work — without perfectionism, guilt, or burnout. This isn’t fluffy stuff. It’s practical tools, neuroscience-backed insights, and a kinder way to work with your brain (even when it’s being unhelpful).

We talk about:

• How to turn vague goals into achievable action plans
• Why motivation disappears — and what to do when it does
• How to quiet your nasty inner critic
• The difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset

Plus, Cait's plan to reverse a real-life diabetes complication (without freaking out or giving up).

Need a gentle nudge in the right direction for 2026? Here it is! ✨

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This content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diabetes management or treatment plan.

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In this episode, Cait and Tracy have a cosy end-of-year debrief on all things diabetes. The highs and lows. The goals reached, and the ones set aside for another year. The habits that helped and the life stuff that made it harder. Plus the laughs they had along the way and the listeners that made it all worthwhile!

Episode highlights:

• How we're doing: an honest check-in.
• Our best diabetes hacks from 2025.
• Reflections on 1 year of Correction Dose.
• Tips for surviving the festive season.

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This content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diabetes management or treatment plan.

Many diabetics have a complicated relationship with food and their bodies. We’re trained to obsess over carbs, weight, and exercise—while dealing with a tricky metabolism and the occasional 2am hypo-fueled fridge raid.

It’s no wonder unhelpful thoughts and habits can creep in and leave us miserable.

In this episode, Cait and Tracy speak to Sarah Lam, a diabetes psychologist with 30+ years of experience. We cover:

• The most common food and body struggles people with diabetes face
• Cait and Tracy’s own stories with binge eating and negative self-talk.
• Why diabetes increases the risk of eating disorders.
• Practical strategies for breaking these patterns.
• How to find professional help from someone who "gets it".

If you're a diabetic struggling with these issues, here are some helpful resources.

T1DE - a UK service for diabetics struggling with disordered eating

Eating Disorders and Diabetes (National Eating Disorder Collaboration)

T1D and Insulin Misuse (Institute for Eating Disorders)

Diabulimia (Diabetes UK)

Lynsey's story (Diabetes UK)

Treating diabulimia (a psychologist from Diabetes Canada)

Disordered eating in T1D teens (Breakthrough T1D)

Videos:

Patient story (YouTube)

Treating diabulimia (a psychologist from Diabetes Canada)

What is diabulimia? (interview with a psychiatrist, Diabetes UK)

We love it when listeners say hi. Drop us a text.

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This content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diabetes management or treatment plan.

We've covered keto. We've covered vegan. And honestly, it left us more confused than ever. What about those of us who aren't up for extremes? In a world flooded with diet advice, we cut through the noise and get back to basics. We explore guidance from diabetes charities, the NHS, and Zoe to answer the question, "What does a balanced, sensible diet look like for type 1 diabetics?" and "How can I make changes that actually stick?"

Resources: Sweet Life, Diabetes UK, NHS Eatwell Guide, Zoe blog and podcast

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This content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diabetes management or treatment plan.

How long does it last? Does it stay on? Is it hard to insert?

Sounds dirty. But these are just a few of the questions you might have about the world's top two continuous glucose monitoring brands.

In this episode, Cait (Libre 2 Plus user), and Tracy (Dexcom G6 user), insert new CGMs and discuss the pros and cons of the two brands including:

• comfort
• ease of use
• accuracy
• warm up times
• app features

After all, if you're going to be attached to the thing, you're gonna need details!

To see what the CGM application process looks like, check out the video version of this episode on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1Q-C-YJigw

Useful links:

• Dexcom website
• Freestyle Libre website
• Tensospray (Amazon)
• Tensospray (Takealot)

We love it when listeners say hi. Drop us a text.

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This content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diabetes management or treatment plan.

Ever had a week where your insulin needs go nuts with no explanation?

If you're a woman with T1D (just like the cool kids at Correction Dose), we might have the answer.

The hormones that run the menstrual cycle can mess with glucose management...AND glucose management can mess with your cycle.

In this episode, Tracy breaks down the biology behind the cycle - what's actually going on with all those hormones, and why it matters for your blood sugar.

We also cover:

• How to track your cycle for better glucose management
• What all this means if you're on the pill
• Plus, real-life tips from real-life lady T1Ds (hello, Dorito cravings and bloated bellies)

Because managing T1D with a uterus deserves its own episode.

We love it when listeners say hi. Drop us a text.

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This content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diabetes management or treatment plan.

You've probably heard that carbs are the enemy. And it makes sense. A carb-free meal can make for nice, steady post-meal glucose levels. But what if there's another way?

New York Times bestselling author and type 1 diabetic Robby Barbaro has pioneered a diet that aims to increase insulin sensitivity and reduce long-term health issues for all kinds of diabetes and prediabetes with a vegan, low-fat, high-carb approach.

His stats say it all: 90% time in range and an insulin to carb ratio of 75:1. That's just 1 unit of insulin for 75g of carbs or around 4 bananas!!! The standard dose is 10:1. Plus, he's a three time Ironman.

In this episode, we speak to Robby about:

• Why insulin sensitivity matters.
• How dietary fat impacts insulin needs.
• What a health, high-carb diet looks like.
• Insulin timing, slower eating, and other tips for glucose management.
• Risks and challenges when transitioning to this diet.

Resources:

1. @mindfuldiabeticrobby on Insta

2. Recipes on masteringdiabetes.com

3. The Mastering Diabetes book: Amazon, Takealot, Bookshop.org (which supports local bookshops in the UK).

4. The 5 stomach graphic Robby mentions.

5. Volumetrics by Barbara Rolls (which influenced Robby)

We love it when listeners say hi. Drop us a text.

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This content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diabetes management or treatment plan.

Signing up for a new piece of diabetes kit is a big decision. This thing is literally going to be attached to your body 24/7. It's going to help keep you alive. So why do we settle for advice from a well-meaning medical professional with a fully functioning pancreas? Or worse, a company rep.

What we really need is an honest review from a real diabetic user! That's exactly what we're offering with this series. First up, a review of the Omnipod DASH with Dr Temi Olonisakin a London-based doctor, diabetes advocate and host of The Diabetes Brunch. Who knew that a user review could be a heap of fun!?

Contact Temi @temidiabeticdoctor on socials and at temiolonisakin23@gmail.com.

More info about the Omnipod DASH is available here: https://www.omnipod.com/en-gb/what-is-omnipod/omnipod-dash

We love it when listeners say hi. Drop us a text.

Email cait@correctiondose.com
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This content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider before making any changes to your diabetes management or treatment plan.