Type 1 Diabetes - Staying Active to Feel Your Best
Explore the benefits of physical activity in managing type 1 diabetes in this 55-minute video lecture by Dr. Dessi Zaharieva, an instructor of pediatric endocrinology and exercise physiologist at Stanford University. Learn about glucose variability during different types of exercise, recommended blood glucose starting points, challenges with diabetes and exercise, and blood glucose responses to physical activity. Discover insulin management strategies for aerobic exercise, methods to reduce hypoglycemia risk, and carbohydrate requirements for fasted exercise. The lecture covers topics such as continuous glucose monitoring during exercise, the impact of exercise intensity on blood sugar, and tips for preparing for long hikes. Gain insights on the pros and cons of temperature basal rates and closed-loop systems, the effectiveness of using CGM for exercise selection, and recommendations for exercise and weight loss with type 1 diabetes. The video concludes with a Q&A session addressing various aspects of exercise and type 1 diabetes management. Read more