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In this episode of 'Diabetics Doing Things, Rob reflects on the 10-year anniversary of the podcast and welcomes guest Ethan Lewis, founder of Transcend Foods. They explore Ethan's journey, from his diagnosis of type 1 diabetes at age 12 to becoming an entrepreneur. Ethan talks about the challenges and stigmas people with diabetes face and how his company, Transcend Foods, aims to provide accessible, effective, and non-clinical solutions for helping navigate highs and lows. They discuss the importance of mental health, the role of innovation, and the evolving landscape of diabetes management. The conversation also touches on new product developments like hydration drink mixes and highlights the significance of normalizing life with diabetes.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:40 Meeting Ethan Lewis from Transcend Foods
01:45 Ethan's Diagnosis and Early Life with Diabetes
05:45 Entrepreneurial Journey Begins 08:30 Founding Transcend Foods
12:53 Making Diabetes Management Easier
16:27 Challenges of Living with Diabetes
18:59 Embracing Vulnerability in Business
19:36 Normalizing Diabetes Management
21:28 Mental Health and Diabetes
22:14 Daily Routines for Managing Diabetes
24:24 The Importance of Hydration
25:33 Innovations in Diabetes Care
32:10 The Reality of Living with Diabetes
35:54 Inspiration and Gratitude
37:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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