Men's Health and Diabetes: Tackling ED Through Lifestyle Changes

In this episode of the Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience, hosts Kylie and Lauren welcome Brenda Jagatic BScN RN CDCES, a Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist, to discuss men's health as it relates to diabetes.  As June is Men's Health Awareness Month, the discussion highlights the impact of diabetes on male sexual health, particularly erectile dysfunction (ED). Brenda emphasizes the importance of healthy lifestyle choices, including diet, physical activity, sleep, quitting smoking, and stress management, in managing and potentially improving ED and overall health. They also delve into the evidence-based approach of the Mastering Diabetes Program to reverse insulin resistance and simplifying life with diabetes. Personal anecdotes, practical tips, and the role of telehealth in addressing sensitive health topics are also shared. This episode provides comprehensive insights and actionable steps for men aiming to improve their health and well-being through lifestyle modifications. 00:00 Introduction 01:22 Men's Health and Diabetes 03:05 The Impact of Diabetes on Sexual Health 09:58 Healthy Lifestyle for Diabetes Management 20:26 The Role of Physical Activity 28:26 The Importance of Sleep and Recovery 33:55 Personal Stories of Stress Management 38:59 Quitting Smoking for Better Health 43:48 The Psychological Impact of Stress on ED 46:41 The Role of Telehealth in Addressing ED 49:49 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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Welcome to the Mastering Diabetes Audio Experience, where we teach you how to sit in the driver’s seat of your diabetes health for the rest of your life. We’ll teach you how to reverse insulin resistance, achieve your ideal body weight, gain energy, and get your BEST A1c following almost 100 years of evidence-based research in the Mastering Diabetes Program. Our program teaches you how to reverse prediabetes and type 2 diabetes, and how to simplify your life with type 1 diabetes by maximizing your insulin sensitivity using food as medicine. We are on a bold mission to reverse insulin resistance in 1 million people. We’re glad to have you joining us.