Food Heaven Podcast

Today we're tackling a question we hear all the time: How do you tell Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes apart? We'll break it down by discussing their unique causes, symptoms, and treatments. Plus, we share the different diagnostic tests doctors use, ranging from basic blood sugar checks to specialized autoimmune tests for Type 1. Ever heard of Type 1.5 (LADA)? We will discuss the nuances behind Type 1.5 and treatment and more!  In This Episode We’ll Cover: The differences between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes Causes, symptoms, and treatments for Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes Diagnostic methods for Type 1 and Type 2 How autoimmune testing is used to detect specific antibodies targeting the pancreas for Type 1 What Type 1.5 Diabetes is and its treatment The different treatment approaches for Type 1, such as insulin therapy, a balanced diet, exercise, and blood sugar monitoring The different treatment strategies for Type 2, including focusing on lifestyle changes, oral or injectable medications, and poten