Welcome to The Beating Diabetes Lifestyle Podcast: Helping Diabetics Make Lifestyle Changes to Reverse Type 2 Diabetes.
Who is this podcast for? Diabetics who are struggling with unhealthy nutritional habits, and are in need guidance for transforming their lives in order to reverse Type 2 diabetes. Non-diabetics find value in the show as well.
Real stories, inspiration, motivation, tips, and real-life conversations about health, fitness, and weight loss for those on a journey toward not only managing Type 2 diabetes, but also reversing it.
I was 268 lbs, diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, but lost over 80 pounds (so far) in less than a year. I eventually reversed T2D and came off insulin.
Now, I'm focused on helping others build a healthy lifestyle to transform their lives.
Subscribe to this podcast, and start your journey today.
Changing Unproductive Habits That Keep Holding You Back, Part 3 - Mental Focus
In this episode of The Beating Diabetes Lifestyle podcast, Oscar Camejo explores the crucial role of mental focus in managing and reversing Type 2 diabetes. Drawing from personal experience and community stories, Oscar shares practical strategies for maintaining mental clarity and consistency in your health journey.
Episode Highlights
Understanding the Mental Focus quadrant of the Productivity Quadrant System
Real stories from community members about their diabetes management journeys
How physical activity connects to mental clarity and focus
Practical solutions for common mental challenges in diabetes management
The importance of breaking free from unproductive habits like excessive social media use
Changing Unproductive Habits That Keep Holding You Back - Part 2: Physical Health
In this episode of The Beating Diabetes Lifestyle podcast, Oscar Camejo continues his series on breaking unproductive habits, focusing on the foundational quadrant of Physical Health from his Productivity Quadrant System.
Learn how to break free from the habits holding back your health and productivity. Oscar shares his journey from a 268-pound Type 2 diabetes diagnosis to creating lasting lifestyle changes through simple, actionable steps.
Changing Unproductive Habits That Keep Holding You Back (Series)
In this episode of the Beating Diabetes Lifestyle podcast, Oscar explores the unproductive habits that keep many of us stuck, unable to reach our health and wellness goals. With the new year approaching, it’s the perfect time to break the cycle and start building a productive lifestyle that lasts. Oscar introduces the Productivity Quadrant System, a practical, balanced approach to tackling counterproductive habits in four key areas: Physical Health, Mental Focus, Time Management, and Personal Development.
Why Your Diet May Not Be Working
Are you having difficulty losing weight and keeping it off, even though you’re on a “good” diet program? You’re probably at the point where you want to fix the problem because your diet isn’t working.
The Simplest Way to Lose Weight and Beat Diabetes
If you’ve been diagnosed with prediabetes, or full-blown T2D, whether recently or it’s been months or even years, and you’re having a tough time trying to figure out how to deal with the condition and the complications that come with diabetes.
What if I told you that there is a simple way to not only manage T2D but also to beat it? Imagine finally being able to take control of your health.
Men’s Health Series: From Gut Belly to Gut Health - Part 2
Gentlemen, is your waistline 40 inches or more? The trouble with belly fat is that it's not limited to the layer of padding just below the skin. That's called subcutaneous fat. Belly fat also includes visceral fat. And that fat lies deep inside the abdomen and surrounds the internal organs.
Men’s Health Series: From Gut Belly to Gut Health - Part 1
Gentlemen, a healthy gut isn’t just about having 6-pack abs and only having 6% body fat. If you’re struggling with fatigue, forgetfulness, lack of focus, allergies, constant colds, constipation, diarrhea, excess gas, weight gain, or bloating, you definitely should give a listen.
You can’t out-exercise poor gut health, even though consistent exercise can help to improve your health.
Men’s Health Is Important Too
Each year during the month of June, I focus on men’s health. June is Men’s Health Month here in the U.S. I typically cover a range of topics, including:
Top Reason why Some Men Neglect Their Health
Advice for women on how best to approach the conversation on health with the men in their lives (husbands, fathers, son, etc)
I share recommendations for men over 40 who are interested in developing a healthy lifestyle
In today’s episode, I’d like to kick off this series on men’s health with some straight talk to lay a firm foundation as it relates to this topic.
Understanding the Connection Between Type 2 Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol and Obesity
If you're struggling with stubborn belly fat, high blood pressure, blood sugar spikes, or cholesterol issues, you're not alone. These are all signs of metabolic syndrome, a condition that can make you feel like you're fighting an uphill battle with your health.
But don't worry, in this episode, I’m going to break it down for you in simple terms and offer practical tips to help you take control and improve your health.
You’re Bored of Eating Healthy and Exercising, Now What?
If you feel like your weight loss journey is going way too slow and that you’re not seeing any results, you could be making some common mistakes. You’ve tried all of the kinds of diet programs. At this point, maybe you’re ready to give up. People around you seem like they’re winning and living their best life, and you feel like you’re not having any success, and now you're experiencing boredom.
The Benefits of Giving Up Sugary Drinks to Reverse Type 2 Diabetes
If you’ve been diagnosed with pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes, one of the best ways to not only control your blood sugar levels but to also put you in a better position to reverse your condition is to limit the amount of sugary drinks you consume daily.
Many diabetics don’t realize the impact that sugary drinks are having on their bodies. From high glucose (blood sugar levels) to fatigue and weight gain, you would be surprised to know the long-term negative effects that liquid sugar can have on your body.
What You Should Know About Type 2 Diabetes, Medication, Diet & Weight Loss
With the rise in cases of diabetes worldwide, in particular type 2 diabetes, you need to know what to do about your situation to experience a healthy lifestyle.
Do you know how to turn your health around? Do you have enough knowledge and information? What do you know about type 2 diabetes and the potential to reverse it? If you aren’t sure you’re well informed, that’s ok. It’s time to learn and put yourself in a better position for success
Taking Control of Your Overeating Without Giving Up Foods You Love
In this episode, we'll explore the common problems that occur from habitual overeating, including weight gain, and difficulty managing blood sugar levels. Throughout the episode, I’ll share practical tips, insights, and my success story to inspire and empower you on your journey to better health.
Why I Launched a Podcast About Beating Diabetes
We all want to be healthy and live long, and losing weight is top of mind for many of us. There are various benefits to losing weight and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, especially if you or someone you know has been diagnosed with pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes.
With so many different diets and weight loss programs to choose from, it can be overwhelming, confusing, and frustrating to determine which one is the best.
Developing a Mindset for Winning the Battle Against Diabetes
We all want to be healthy and live long, and losing weight is top of mind for many of us. There are various benefits to losing weight and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, especially if you or someone you know has been diagnosed with pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes.
With so many different diets and weight loss programs to choose from, it can be overwhelming, confusing, and frustrating to determine which one is the best.
Developing a Personalized Plan for Losing Weight to Beat Diabetes
We all want to be healthy and live long, and losing weight is top of mind for many of us. There are various benefits to losing weight and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, especially if you or someone you know has been diagnosed with pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes.
With so many different diets and weight loss programs to choose from, it can be overwhelming, confusing, and frustrating to determine which one is the best.
Preventing Pre-Diabetes From Developing Into Type 2 Diabetes
We all want to be healthy and live long, and losing weight is top of mind for many of us. There are various benefits to losing weight and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, especially if you or someone you know has been diagnosed with pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes.
With so many different diets and weight loss programs to choose from, it can be overwhelming, confusing, and frustrating to determine which one is the best.
Breaking Bad Habits and Overcoming Weight Loss Setbacks
We all want to be healthy and live long, and losing weight is top of mind for many of us. There are various benefits to losing weight and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, especially if you or someone you know has been diagnosed with pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes.
With so many different diets and weight loss programs to choose from, it can be overwhelming, confusing, and frustrating to determine which one is the best.
The Simplest Way to Beat Diabetes
If you’ve been diagnosed with prediabetes, or full-blown T2D, whether recently or it’s been months or even years, and you’re having a tough time trying to figure out how to deal with the condition and the complications that come with diabetes.
What if I told you that there is a simple way to not only manage T2D but also to beat it? Imagine finally being able to take control of your health.
Beating prediabetes and even type 2 diabetes does not have to be so complicated.
Does Managing Diabetes Have You Stressed Out?
Stressing out about managing diabetes can throw you off course and derail your intentions to eat healthy and maintain a consistent exercise regimen.
Perhaps you’re finding yourself snacking more and more lately, and overeating. You're missing back-to-back days of workouts and exercise. Maybe you’re not feeling motivated to eat healthy and exercise.
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