In this episode, Beck Newton, the Not Just a Patch grant winner, discusses her work in addressing disordered eating and eating disorders in people with type 1 diabetes. She shares her background as a nurse and dietitian and how she became interested in this field. The conversation explores the strong correlation between eating disorders and type 1 diabetes, the unique challenges faced by individuals with type 1 diabetes, and the need for specialized support. Beck also explains the concept of diabulimia and the different types of eating disorders. Overall, this episode sheds light on an important but often overlooked aspect of diabetes management. Beck Newton discusses the challenges faced by individuals with type 1 diabetes, particularly in relation to eating disorders. She highlights the need for awareness and prevention, as well as the importance of setting up a specialized service to address diabulimia. Beck also emphasizes the need for education among healthcare professionals and the empowerment of individuals with type 1 diabetes. The conversation concludes with a discussion on normalizing the experience and sharing personal stories.
Links mentioned in this episode
https://www.eatlivewell.com.au/
https://www.type1familycentre.org.au/
Beck Newton
https://www.instagram.com/eatlivewellau
Jackson Sinclair
https://www.instagram.com/jackabetic/
Not Just a Patch
https://www.instagram.com/notjustapatch/