How to Optimize Your Insulin for Better Time in Range

Join our newsletter: https://diabetech.info Follow me here:   / diabe_tech     / diabe_tech     / diabetechjustin   Learn about Omnipod 5*: https://bit.ly/Omnipod5Diabetech Learn about the Eversense 365 CGM: https://diabetech.link/eversenseCGM Gary Scheiner CDCES and I break down why insulin doesn’t always work the way we expect—whether it’s absorption issues, site problems, heat exposure, stress, hormones, illness, or exercise. We talk about how automated insulin delivery systems are only as good as the insulin actually getting into your body, and why fixing efficacy often matters more than changing your settings. Gary shares practical strategies for improving absorption, rotating sites effectively, and troubleshooting those “stubborn” highs that won’t come down. We also cover how things like scar tissue, steroid medications, and daily stress can quietly impact insulin sensitivity. If you’ve ever wondered why your numbers feel unpredictable, this episode will help you identify what to adjust before blaming your pump or algorithm. Work with Gary and his team: https://diabetech.link/IDS Send in YOUR questions about Mealtime Insulin: https://diabetech.link/ODTquestions Listen to the podcast here: https://diabetech.link/podcast Products I recommend: Sugar Dash CGM Display: https://diabetech.link/sugardash Glowcose CGM Light: https://bit.ly/glowcoselight Diabetes Supplies: https://amzn.to/3N2Qs5F Production Gear I Use: https://amzn.to/4fWzVvS?r=lp&m=MnbegA... DISCLAIMERS: This podcast is not medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your medical team before making changes to your health care. *Omnipod (today's sponsor): 10-day trial eligibility may vary. Full terms and conditions apply. Visit omnipod.com/diabetech for clinical disclaimers, terms and important safety information. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Omnipod 5 Controller is not waterproof. Chapters: How Insulin Works - 02:26 Insulin Sensitivity & Resistance - 13:36 Menstruation - 30:11 Site Rotation - 32:39 Identifying Absorption Issue - 46:10 Listener Questions - 50:24 _________________ -- Product Link Disclosure -- In order to make a living and continue to create free content, I use affiliate links. This means if you make purchases through certain links, I may earn a small commission (at no extra cost to you).