Reclaim Your Rise
with Lauren Bongiorno

We brought an expert in for this episode, Dr. Katie Lee, dentist and author of Saved by the Mouth , to tell us everything we need to know about the connection between oral health and diabetes. Dr. Lee breaks down how conditions like Type 1 diabetes can lead to issues like gum disease, dry mouth, and slower healing due to a heightened inflammatory response. We also explore how blood sugar fluctuations—both highs and lows—can affect your mouth, promoting plaque buildup and increasing the risk of infections. Beyond just oral health, Dr. Lee reveals the surprising gut-mouth-brain link, showing how inflammation in the mouth can impact brain function, and what you can do to level up your oral health. There aren’t enough dentists making these critical connections, so EVERY person living with T1D needs to hear this episode! Quick Takeaways: Oral health has a bigger impact on our overall health, wellness, and longevity than most of us even know  Why taking care of our teeth and mouth is so important for lowering inflammation in our body The connection between diabetes & dental health   How blood sugar fluctuations—both highs and lows—can affect your mouth, promoting plaque buildup and increasing the risk of infections A dentist’s take on current oral health trends: do's and don'ts Time Stamps: [00:00] The traumatic event that led Katie to her career path  [09:13] The power of the mouth-body connection  [15:20] Implications of gum inflammation and diabetes  [17:14] A closer look at cavities  [20:25] “Dentists are not making the connection.”  [22:58] Hyperglycemia vs. hypoglycemia: How they impact your oral health  [27:00] What to do when your blood sugar goes low after you brush your teeth (the million dollar question)  [31:21] Reducing inflammation: 2 most important things to do [35:00] How often you should be seeing your dentist  [39:43] Oral health trends: do’s and dont’s [46:47] Find out where to hear more from Dr. Lee Have you heard any of this information from your dentist before? If not, it’s time to start making these crucial connections! Let us know what experts you’d love to hear from next, and be sure to share this episode with anyone who could benefit from this game-changing knowledge. What to do now: Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop. Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve.  Download the first chapter of Dr. Lee's book for free here: https://katieleedds.com/saved-by-the-mouth   Dr. Lee’s #1 recommendation to improve your dental health: Using salivary testing to discover inflammatory genes and bacteria--  https://portal.access-genetics.com/agenetics/login/RemoteOrder.do?orgOid=27626#nb-button Follow Dr. Lee on Instagram (@katieleedds) and Facebook

In this eye-opening episode, we dive into a critical yet often overlooked complication of diabetes: Euglycemic Diabetic Ketoacidosis (EDKA). Despite having normal blood sugars, EDKA can still lead to life-threatening ketoacidosis, and it’s rarely discussed in the diabetes community. Join us as Belle Krueger, social media coordinator at Risely and creator of KruegersplusT1D, shares her personal experience with EDKA, the challenges she faced in getting diagnosed, and what both patients and healthcare providers need to understand about this hidden danger. Quick Takeaways: Understanding what Euglycemic Diabetic Ketoacidosis (EDKA) is Tips for dealing with EDKA & a personal experience with it How to advocate for yourself in a hospital setting  What both patients and healthcare providers need to understand about this hidden danger Signs & symptoms to watch out for Timestamps: [00:00] Introduction and Bellé’s background living in a family with 6 diabetics  03:32] Start of the EDKA journey & personal experience   [07:15] The challenges she faced in getting treatment [11:28] Comparing multiple experiences with EDKA  [20:51] Bellé’s experience in seeking T1D care in the emergency room (you won’t believe what happened) [27:43] What both patients and healthcare providers need to understand about EDKA [30:35] Signs & symptoms of Euglycemic Diabetic Ketoacidosis Was this the first time you’d heard about EDKA? Help us spread the word about this life-threatening risk– share this episode with everyone & anyone you know in the T1D community and leave a review so more people can be educated and aware. What to do now: Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop. Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve.  Tune into the Krueger’s first feature on the pod– Episode #24: The Krueger Sisters on Life in a Family with 6 T1D Siblings See more from Bellé & the fam: Click here   Learn more about EDKA: Pub Med study

In today’s episode, we’re excited to chat with Kelsey Bascom, a writer, actress, and passionate T1D advocate who spoke at our Rising Above T1D event in New York City last November. Kelsey is the creator and star of Quarter, an independent coming-of-age film about a 25-year-old woman navigating life with diabetes. Kelsey opens up about her journey, including speaking up about living with diabetes, her diagnosis story, and her transition to diabetes technology. She shares advice for those considering tech options and explains why she chose Omnipod. We dive into the creative process behind Quarter, discuss the importance of representation in media, and how authentic storytelling can inspire change. This episode is full of valuable insights and inspiration—don’t miss it! Time Stamps: 03:29 Speaking Up About Having Diabetes 06:43 The Impact of Diabetes on Life Choices and the Beginning Years of Diagnosis 12:17 Her Transition to Diabetes Technology 20:17 Advice for Those Considering Diabetes Tech 26:04 Creating 'Quarter': A Unique Film Experience 31:17 The Importance of Representation in Media What to do now: Follow me @lauren_bongiorno and @riselyhealth on Instagram to stay in the loop when new episodes drop. Apply for coaching and talk to our team so you can reclaim the life you deserve. Disclaimer: Nothing you hear on the Reclaim your Rise podcast should be a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Please always consult your physician or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin dosages, or healthcare plan.