The Illusion of Glucose Control

In Episode 40 of Think Like a Pancreas—The Podcast, Riva Greenberg joins host Gary Scheiner to discuss, what she feels is the illusion of glucose control. Together, they explore the biological limitations of controlling blood sugar, the psychological impacts of diabetes terminology, and the importance of influencing rather than controlling glucose levels. Riva, author and person living with type 1 diabetes for over 50 years, shares her personal experiences and strategies for managing diabetes, emphasizing the significance of self-compassion and the acceptance of life’s unpredictability in diabetes management.