Imagine having the flu, going to the doctor, and having him come in and bluntly say that you have an incurable disease, you will not live longer than 20 years, you will lose your legs, and your parents should never send you to college because it’s not a good return on investment. In this episode, find out how to beat diabetes and fight for your life with our special guest Tracy Herbert.

That is how quickly everything in Tracy Herbert’s life changed – at just 17 years old. Tracy was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes and given no hope, uplifting message, or chance of living a vibrant life full of joy and longevity.

How To Beat Diabetes and Fight For Your Life/ ft. Tracy Herbert

Tracy Herbert is not your standard patient, though. The now speaker, best-selling author, and diabetes advocate has wholly transformed what incurable Type 1 Diabetes means for her life and so many of those around her. She was ready to beat diabetes and fight for her life!

She has made it her mission to defy all odds and prove her doctors wrong while raising hope and awareness for the disease. Tracy has not only survived 40+ years with this disease but thrives and pushes expectations always, including having done a solo 3,527-mile bicycle ride across the USA. She touches lives one by one and gives back hope and possibility to those that deserve it the most.

What Is the Difference Between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes?

Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are both chronic conditions that affect how the body regulates blood glucose or sugar levels, but they develop and function quite differently. Type 1 diabetes, formerly known as juvenile diabetes, typically starts in childhood or young adulthood. It’s an autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys the insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas, leading to little or no insulin production. Consequently, individuals with type 1 diabetes must take insulin daily to manage their blood sugar levels.

On the other hand, type 2 diabetes commonly develops in adulthood, although it’s increasingly seen in children due to the rise in obesity rates. This type of diabetes is characterized by insulin resistance, where the body becomes less responsive to insulin and may also cause reduced insulin production over time. This leads to elevated blood sugar levels. Unlike type 1, type 2 diabetes can often be managed with lifestyle modifications like diet and exercise, and medications may be needed as the disease progresses.

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