Correction Dose
Science, stories, and practical tips to help you navigate type 1 diabetes like a boss.
Hosted by Cait Macleod and Tracy Sanders
Assistant editor Helen le Roux
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Instagram: @type1tracy and @correctiondose
Email: cait@correctiondose.com
Episodes
42 episodes
#041: Endo Red Flags (And How to Get More From Your Appointments)
A good endocrinologist can be a game changer for type 1 diabetes management. The best ones empower you with info, build your confidence, and make you feel like you're in safe hands. The worst ones leave you ashamed and unprepared to tackle the ...
Why Am I High? (And Other Diabetes Mysteries)
Have you ever had the same meal twice with the same insulin dose and got a totally different result? We have. Sometimes diabetes just doesn't make any sense. The diabetes maths stops mathing, as the kids say. It's unbelievably frustrating! ...
#039: Need surgery? What now?
If you're a type 1 diabetic, surgery comes with a few extra challenges. Fasting the night before. Relying on others to monitor your blood sugars while you're under anesthetic. Stress. New drugs. Sedentary recovery days. There's a lot to conside...
#038: How to Fix a Hypo Fast (Without Stress or Highs)
When your blood sugar is low, it feels like you could you empty an all-you-can-eat buffet. You eat until the panic passes. And when your blood sugar eventually comes up, what follows is an exhausting roller-coaster of highs and lows. <...
#037: To pump or not to pump?
This one is for the type ones on multiple daily injections. Ever thought about getting a pump? Not sure if it's right for you? We're right there with you. It's a big decision and there's so much to consider from lifestyle concerns t...
#036: Could the Omnipod 5 change your life?
The Omnipod 5 is a tubeless, automated insulin pump that adjusts your dose for you. People say it's a game changer. But we wanted to hear directly from a type 1 diabetic who uses this tech every day. Fortunately we know the perfect ...
#035: Got ketones? What now?
If you live with diabetes, you know that ketones can be really dangerous. But do you know when to test for them? And what to do if they’re high?If you’re anything like us, your ketone test strips are probably expired and buried ...
#034: Is intermittent fasting worth it?
Some days we barely make it to lunch but influencers, health nuts, and weight loss gurus have long been promoting intermittent fasting. They promise benefits like improved gut health, weight loss, and even a longer life. What ...
#033: High cholesterol? What now?
There's no way to sugar coat it. If you're diabetic, you're at increased risk of high cholesterol. And when the two conditions combine, it can hit you in the heart like your first breakup. Luckily, we've got you covered!In this episode, ...
#032: A Diabetes Cure? Let’s Talk About It
News of an ongoing clinical trial has taken the diabetes community by storm. After receiving an islet cell transplant and a new anti-rejection drug called tegoprubart, at least six patients with type one diabetes are now producing their own ins...
#031: Do Carb-Free Breakfasts Make Mornings Better?
Mornings with diabetes are a little complicated. There's caffeine to think about and hormones trying to wake us up. Plus the rush to get to work on time. It can be a recipe for spiky blood sugars. Some diabetics swear by a carb-fre...
#030: Pre-Bolusing: The Truth About Timing
Welcome to our new series, That One Thing, where we cover one habit, medicine, or strategy that could improve your diabetes management. Managing diabetes is hard. So we try to tackle just one thing at a time.
#029: Should type 1 diabetes be renamed?
There seems to be some confusion. Friends, journalists, chatty strangers and even doctors confuse type 1 diabetes with type 2. The results? At best, an annoying conversation. At worst, a dangerous misdiagnosis. Could a n...
#028: High blood pressure? What now?
We hate to be the bearer of bad news but if you're diabetic, you're at increased risk of high blood pressure (BP). And when the two conditions combine, the risks multiply. Luckily, there are lots of things you can do to prevent or l...
#027: CGM fails (and how to fix 'em)
Continuous glucose monitors are a miracle...except when they're not. Sometimes they save our lives. Other times they fall off, lose signal, or even leave a nasty site infection. Tracy has been struggling with her Libre C...
#026: How to travel fearlessly with diabetes
Ever had a hypo on a bike with a herd of elephant looking on?A sweaty low in the middle of the weekly shop is adventure enough on its own but what happens when we take on real adventure with diabetes along for the ride?With her t...
#025: Reset Your Diabetes Mindset for 2026
Saying “I’ll get on top of my diabetes in 2026” is easy. But making the goal stick past Feb is tough.In this episode (a re-release from last Jan), Tracy and I sit down with behavioural strategist Tereeza Ballantine ...
#024: Highs, Lows, & Hacks from 2025
Take our 2-min listener survey. It would really help us out!In this episode, Cait and Tracy have a cosy end-of-year debrief on all things diabetes. The highs an...
#023: Food Stress & Body Image with Diabetes: The Struggle Is Real
Many diabetics have a complicated relationship with food and their bodies. We’re trained to obsess over carbs, weight, and exercise—while dealing with a tricky metabolism and the occasional 2am hypo-fueled fridge raid. It’s no wond...
#022: The Goldilocks Approach: Balanced, Sensible Eating for T1D
We've covered keto. We've covered vegan. And honestly, it left us more confused than ever. What about those of us who aren't up for extremes? In a world flooded with diet advice, we cut through the noise and get back to basics. We explore guida...
#021: Dexcom vs Libre: The CGM Showdown
How long does it last? Does it stay on? Is it hard to insert? Sounds dirty. But these are just a few of the questions you might have about the world's top two continuous glucose monitoring brands. In this episode, Cait (...
#020: What Your Endo Hasn't Told You About Periods
Ever had a week where your insulin needs go nuts with no explanation? If you're a woman with T1D (just like the cool kids at Correction Dose), we might have the answer. The hormones that run the menstrual cycle can mess ...
#019: High Carb Eating for Diabetes with Robby Barbaro
You've probably heard that carbs are the enemy. And it makes sense. A carb-free meal can make for nice, steady post-meal glucose levels. But what if there's another way? New York Times bestselling author and type 1 diabetic Robby Ba...
#018: Diabetes Tech Review: Omnipod DASH with Dr Temi
Signing up for a new piece of diabetes kit is a big decision. This thing is literally going to be attached to your body 24/7. It's going to help keep you alive. So why do we settle for advice from a well-meaning medical professional with a full...
#017: Sleep & T1D: The Forgotten Variable
There's nothing like a 2am hypo alarm to interrupt a good night's sleep. Bad blood sugars = bad sleep. But did you know that it goes both ways? A few missed zzzs can contribute to blood sugar chaos the following day. Episode highlig...