Why Diabetes Management Looks Different for Every Body

Welcome to The Melanin Initiative Podcast!

🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨 🎙️
A1c, diabetes management, blood sugar control, and diabetes education explained in a way that finally makes sense. If you have ever left an appointment confused about your A1c or unsure how to improve your diabetes numbers, this episode is designed for you. By the end of this conversation, you will understand what your A1c means, what influences it, and how to take realistic steps toward better health and long-term outcomes.

🔥 In This Episode:
This episode focuses on helping you move from uncertainty to clarity when it comes to diabetes management. You will learn how A1c reflects your blood sugar over time, why quick fixes do not work, and how small, consistent changes can lead to real improvement. We also break down common myths, explain low and high blood sugars in simple terms, and show how personalized care can help you manage diabetes without feeling overwhelmed or defeated.

✨ What You’ll Gain from This Episode:
✅ Confidence in understanding your A1c and blood sugar trends
✅ Practical strategies to lower your A1c before your next check
✅ A clearer understanding of hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, and warning signs
✅ Guidance on lifestyle habits, sleep, movement, and nutrition that actually help
✅ Insight into how tools like CGMs and newer medications can support your goals

💡 This episode is for anyone living with diabetes, prediabetes, or supporting a loved one, as well as healthcare professionals who want to communicate diabetes care more effectively. If you are ready to feel more informed, more confident, and more in control of your health, press play and start transforming how you approach diabetes management.

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Check out our Playlist about Diabetes! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QpXWLPWGSKY&list=PL-gEmMXD5N0QOW948N32cfU30Nx7kB8zk


Resources Mentioned:
American Diabetes Association: https://www.diabetes.org
Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems
Abbott FreeStyle Libre: https://www.freestyle.abbott
Dexcom CGM: https://www.dexcom.com

Connect with our Guest Nykkia Sellers, DNP, FNP, BC-ADM, CDCE:
Website: mydcwellness.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nykkia-sellers-dnp-fnp-bc-adm-cdces-a2509317b


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VIDEO CHAPTERS

00:00:00 – Introduction & The Melanin Initiative Mission
00:02:51 – Meet Dr. Nykkia Sellers: Diabetes Care Expertise
00:04:07 – Icebreaker: 5 Questions in 5 Minutes
00:06:43 – What Is Hemoglobin A1c? (The 3-Month Average Explained)
00:07:33 – A1c Ranges: Diabetes vs. Prediabetes
00:08:16 – Time in Range & Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM)
00:10:45 – Why A1c Goals Must Be Individualized
00:15:13 – Practical Ways to Lower Your A1c Before Your Next Visit
00:21:02 – Navigating Insurance Barriers in Diabetes Care
00:48:26 – Final Takeaways & Why Specialized Diabetes Support Matters

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