Type 1 Diabetes - Macronutrients and Boluses

Dive into a comprehensive 57-minute video lecture on Type 1 Diabetes management, focusing on macronutrients and insulin boluses. Explore the impact of different macronutrients on blood sugar levels and insulin dosing with Registered Dietitian Leah Groppo from Stanford University's Endocrinology Clinic. Discover how to find nutritional information, understand the differences between fiber, protein, and fats, and learn about factors affecting blood sugar response to food. Gain insights into pre-bolus insulin strategies, the concept of Fat/Protein Units (FPU), and how fat impacts blood glucose. Get practical advice on managing diabetes during holidays, preparing vegetarian/vegan meals, and following low-carb diets. The lecture concludes with a Q&A session, offering additional valuable information for those managing Type 1 Diabetes.

0:00 – Introduction
4:50 – Carb counting
5:23 – Where to find carb, fat, and protein grams
5:54 – Fiber
6:29 – Protein
7:08 – Fats
8:05 – Factors that affect how fast a food raises blood glucose
11:46 – Cooking affects blood glucose rise
12:27 – Not all carbs are the same
14:50 – Typical carb digestion times
16:09 – Prebolusing
19:41 – Macronutrient overview
21:12 – Fat/Protein Unit
24:32 – Fat Protein Unit broken down
30:16 – Further guidelines for counting
32:13 – Why does fat affect glucose?
36:16 – Holiday eating
47:37 – Q & A and closing statement