Episode 30: An Interview with Danielle Batiste, Author of Diabetes Made Better

Love the podcast but hate taking notes? The Diabetes Podcast Blog compresses every episode into a bulleted, 10 minute read AND has the podcast embedded so you can listen as you read along! Check it out at https://empowereddiabetes.com/diabetes-podcast-blogIn this episode, we talk with Danielle Batiste—mom, veteran, and author of the book on diabetes, Diabetes Made Better. Danielle opens up about fear, denial, and the moment her hands shook and she said, “Not me. Not today.” She shares how walking daily, reading labels, and tracking labs helped her lose 40+ pounds and lower her A1C—from 8.6 down to 4.0, and now at a strong 5.7. We cover real tools: understanding highs and lows, foot care (get a monofilament test), not putting lotion between toes, and why follow-up visits should be more than numbers. We talk family risk, stress, and how schools and doctors can teach earlier and better. Danielle’s workbook and planner make care simple and doable. Her message: diabetes is not a death sentence. With the right plan—and a good book on diabetes—you can take control.Links:Danielle’s website and books can be found at https://www.daniellebatiste.comFollow her on Instagram: @DiabetesMadeBetter  Disclaimer:The information in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and it does not replace a one-on-one relationship with your physician or qualified healthcare professional. Always talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or care team before starting, stopping, or changing any medication, supplement, exercise plan, or nutrition plan—especially if you have diabetes, prediabetes, heart, liver, or kidney conditions, or take prescription drugs like metformin or insulin.Results vary from person to person. Examples, statistics, or studies are shared to educate, not to promise outcomes. Any discussion of medications, dosing, or side effects is general in nature and may not be appropriate for your specific situation. Do not ignore professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you read or heard here. If you think you are experiencing an emergency or severe side effects (such as persistent vomiting, severe diarrhea, signs of dehydration, allergic reaction, or symptoms of lactic acidosis), call your local emergency number or seek urgent care right away.We strive for accuracy, but health information changes over time. We make no guarantees regarding completeness, timeliness, or suitability of the content and assume no liability for actions taken or not taken based on this material. Use of this content is at your own risk.Links or references to third-party resources are provided for convenience and do not constitute endorsement. By reading, listening, or using this information, you agree to these terms and understand that you are responsible for your own health decisions in partnership with your licensed healthcare provider.