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Episode 204 - Dex Geralds, T1D Misdiagnosed, Fitness Trainer, Actor, Model

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Episode 204 - Dex Geralds, T1D Misdiagnosed, Fitness Trainer, Actor, Model Diabetics Doing Things Podcast

Dex Geralds is back on the pod! Doing double duty as a repeat guest, and as part of both our Misdiagnosed Series and our Creator Series. In this episode, Rob and Eritrea talk to Dex about:

  • Partnership with 9am Health lead to getting the antibody test and the correct diagnosis

  • Misdiagnosed as T2D and the physical tolls of that misdiagnosis, like dehydration and fatigue

  • Carrying your supplies as a male; making your diabetes gear look good instead of breaking fits with cargo shorts

  • His content creation journey and trying not to feel like he’s abandoning his T2D community

  • Finding common ground on content for people living with T1D and T2D

  • Content Creators being the bridge to new treatments, information, and access to certain supplies and innovations

  • Being 1% better than yesterday and the importance of routine and structure on making your life better

  • It’s okay to question your diagnosis. Get a second opinion!