Phyllisa and new host Kyle Banks kick off Season 2 with excitement, promising bigger and better topics like CGMs, pharmacy finds, and unique diabetes concerns. Kyle shares a bit about himself, bringing a fresh perspective to the series. Together, they invite you to discover how to manage diabetes your way.
Welcome to Season 2 of Doing Diabetes Your Way! This season, we’re excited to have a special guest joining Phyllisa—Kyle Banks. Kyle is an incredible diabetes advocate who was diagnosed while performing on Broadway in The Lion King. After his diagnosis, he founded Kyler Cares, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping youth access the diabetes care they need.
We’re thrilled to have Kyle share his personal approach to managing diabetes. In these videos, he’ll offer tips on saving money on diabetes supplies, share his favorite plant-based meals, and so much more. Trust us—you won’t want to miss all the valuable advice he has to offer!
Be sure to check back each month for a new video. In the meantime, follow us on Instagram for ongoing tips, lively conversations, and inspiration to help you manage the ups and downs of living with diabetes. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or looking for a fresh perspective, each video has something just for you!
Demonstrates fun and easy ways to stay active at home, from resistance exercises to dancing. Kyle shares his love for movement, proving you don’t need a gym to improve your fitness. This episode inspires you to keep moving, no matter where you are.
Phyllisa dives into unique challenges women face with diabetes, like reproductive health, heart risks, and mental well-being. She shares helpful tips for managing blood sugar during menstrual cycles, menopause, and pregnancy. This episode is a heartfelt reminder for women to prioritize self-care and seek support when needed.
Tackles common diabetes issues for men, including heart health, low libido, genital thrush, and muscle mass. Kyle offers practical advice for managing these concerns, like staying active, monitoring blood sugar, and seeking help early. The episode normalizes talking about these topics and empowers men to take charge of their health.
Kyle explains insulin options like pens, syringes, and insulin pumps, sharing tips on how to make the process smoother. The co-host covers types of insulin, the best injection sites, and why absorption rates matter. You will be reassured that starting insulin may be a positive step toward better diabetes management and improved health.
Kyle breaks down the benefits of CGMs like the Freestyle Libre and Dexcom, showing how they simplify diabetes management. He highlights features like real-time glucose monitoring, fewer finger pricks, and increased convenience. The episode helps you decide which CGM fits your needs and encourages giving one a try.
Doing Diabetes Your Way was created to help people living with diabetes find useful resources quickly. The project is created by dQ&A, a social enterprise focused on making life better for people with diabetes by listening to their feedback. We heard the call for creating better diabetes information and are delivering videos and brochures that everyone can relate to. Click the link to learn how you can join a community of people with diabetes using their voices to improve diabetes products and services.
