Why is Diabetes exploding, Here’s What Actually Works.

In this episode of the Five Rivers Podcast, host Sandeep Misra (Co-Founder & Chief Growth Officer at Heald) sits down with Dr. Eric Schabert, DO (board-certified Family Medicine + Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine) to break down why diabetes rates keep climbing even with more medications than ever and what actually moves the needle.This video is for:Adults living with Type 2 diabetes or prediabetesAnyone trying to build healthier habits and improve metabolic healthPeople using (or considering) metformin, insulin, GLP-1s, or SGLT2sFamily members supporting someone with diabetesClinicians, coaches, and curious learners who want a clear, practical perspectiveWhat you’ll learn:Why diabetes is rising so quickly in the U.S. and what the numbers really meanThe “diet, diet, diet, exercise, medications” framework and why it still holds upHow misinformation and “I-know-everything” influencers confuse people and delay progressWhy lifestyle changes can sometimes lead to remission, especially when started earlyThe real cost drivers of diabetes care (hint: it’s not just meds it’s complications)Why food quality, culture, and access matter and why one-size-fits-all plans failHow tools like continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) can help connect meals + movement to real outcomesIf diabetes has felt overwhelming, this conversation brings it back to basics, without shame, without extremes, and with a focus on what people can actually do. Visit HealD for more resources on diabetes management!