Top Books, Podcasts, and Resources for Diabetes and Menopause

I'm passionate about learning, especially about improving life with type 1 diabetes as we age. These books and podcast episodes with amazing experts are my go-to for fresh ideas to enhance daily routines. I hope they inspire you too!"

Books

Devotions on Diabetes
by Kaycee Parker

Life with diabetes is unpredictable and can feel overwhelming. This 30-day devotional book offers a way to stay grounded and secure. It includes:

Personal stories
Biblical insights
Reflection questions
Suggested readings
Space for notes and prayers

The book encourages a faith-based approach to managing diabetes, offering hope and support through a biblical lens. Are you ready to embark on this soul-anchoring journey?

Exercise with Type 1 Diabetes, by Ginger Vieira

Exercising with type 1 diabetes can be challenging due to unpredictable highs and lows, but this book helps make workouts enjoyable and manageable again!

Fitness After 40: How to Stay Strong at Any Age, by Dr Vonda Wright

Aging brings physical changes, but fitness is still possible. Dr. Vonda Wright’s "Fitness After 40" program boosts performance with flexibility, aerobic, and strength exercises. It includes personalized nutrition and fitness plans to help you feel younger, gain energy, and stay fit.

Menopause: 50 Things You Need To Know, What to Expect During The 3 stages of Menopause, by Felice Gersh

A straightforward guide to menopause, explaining its three stages, common symptoms, and ways to manage them. It provides science-based advice and inclusive support to help you navigate this transition.

Bright Spot and Landmines,
by Adam Brown

Practical diabetes tips on food, mindset, exercise, and sleep, drawn from his acclaimed diaTribe column. This guide provides actionable advice to minimize blood sugar swings, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being.

Good Energy, by Dr. Casey Means with Calley Means

A straightforward guide to understanding the root causes of symptoms and diseases, offering a path to feeling great now and in the future. It promotes better health for you, your family, and the planet. For women with diabetes, it provides insights to manage symptoms, improve energy levels, and support long-term wellness.

The New Menopause
by Dr. Mary Claire Haver

Navigating Your Path Through Hormonal Change with Purpose, Power, and the Facts. From the bestselling author of The Galveston Diet, this science-based guide helps you thrive through hormonal transitions. Written by a board-certified OB-GYN and Culinary Medicine Specialist, it equips you with the tools to navigate these changes with purpose and power.