Former Biotech Scientist with T1D Explains Why Eledon’s Therapy Isn’t the Universal Cure

T1D Scientist Explains Why Curing 12 Patients Isn't Enough

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2465728/fan_mail/new] * WATCH PART 1—Former Biotech Scientist with T1D Explains Why Eledon’s Therapy Isn’t the Universal Cure: https://youtu.be/WxKdbNhQ4GU [https://youtu.be/WxKdbNhQ4GU]  * WATCH PART 2—T1D Scientist Explains Why Curing 12 Patients Isn't Enough: https://youtu.be/QFIAauTz7PI [https://youtu.be/QFIAauTz7PI]   What would a cure for type 1 diabetes (T1D) actually look like, and when might it be available? These are pressing questions within the diabetes community following recent Eledon trial news. People are beginning to be cured. But when will this become a reality for the many? In this special two-part episode, Dan Heller, a highly knowledgeable scientist who has been living with T1D even longer than I have, explains everything. Grab your coffee, settle in, and turn up the volume—you won't want to miss a word he shares! * Check out Dan's Substack: https://danheller.substack.com/about  [https://danheller.substack.com/about] * Check out Dan's Instagram: @T1DHumor  [https://www.instagram.com/t1dhumor/] Thanks for tuning in! Join the Diabetes Nerd Network. [https://www.diabetesnerdnetwork.com/] Thanks to Eversense for sponsoring the Diabetes Nerd Podcast. Eversense is home to the world's only 365-Day CGM. See if it's right for you at eversensecgm.com/ginger [http://eversensecgm.com/ginger]. DISCLAIMER: This video is not medical advice. Ginger Vieira is not a doctor. Please consult your healthcare team before making any changes to your healthcare regimen. FIND MORE FROM GINGER VIEIRA * YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@diabetesnerd] * BOOKS [https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B008ZPEGQ6/allbooks] * ARTICLES [https://www.gingervieira.com/diabetes]  * INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/GingerVieira.T1D]  * LINKEDIN [https://www.linkedin.com/in/GingerVieira]  GINGER's DIABETES BOOKS * 🔥 NEW RELEASE: Every Day with Diabetes [https://www.amazon.com/Every-Day-Diabetes-Tips-Real/dp/B0H2SCRNM4/] * Stop Overeating During Lows [https://a.co/d/g4iRcxJ] * Exercise with Diabetes [https://amzn.to/3RQd1NK] * Dealing with Diabetes Burnout [https://amzn.to/3th5QF7] * Pregnancy with Type 1 Diabetes [https://amzn.to/3GOC4dO] * Emotional Eating with Diabetes [https://amzn.to/48nkRE0] * When I Go Low [https://amzn.to/48kCxju] * Ain't Gonna Hide my T1D [https://amzn.to/3GOlASW] GINGER’S FAVE DIABETES-FRIENDLY PRODUCTS * Treat Lows Fast with Glow Gummies [https://glowgummies.com/?aff=9]  * Enjoy Donuts Guilt-free with Good Journey [https://goodjourneydonuts.com/?sca_ref=10738228.9NBRGXD6P8&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=affiliate] SUPPORT INDEPENDENT DIABETES EDUCATION 👉 If you found value in today's episode and want to support independent diabetes education, advocacy, and storytelling, you can leave a tip at buymeacoffee.com/diabetesnerd [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/diabetesnerd].  Every contribution helps keep the podcast going and allows us to continue bringing important conversations to the diabetes community.  Thank you for being here. 🧡 DISCLOSURE: Ginger is an affiliate of Glow Gummies and Good Journey Donuts. By using her links to purchase, she may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Enjoy!

Former Biotech Scientist with T1D Explains Why Eledon’s Therapy Isn’t the Universal Cure

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2465728/fan_mail/new] * WATCH PART 1—Former Biotech Scientist with T1D Explains Why Eledon’s Therapy Isn’t the Universal Cure: https://youtu.be/WxKdbNhQ4GU [https://youtu.be/WxKdbNhQ4GU]  * WATCH PART 2—T1D Scientist Explains Why Curing 12 Patients Isn't Enough: https://youtu.be/QFIAauTz7PI [https://youtu.be/QFIAauTz7PI]   What would a cure for type 1 diabetes (T1D) actually look like, and when might it be available? These are pressing questions within the diabetes community following recent Eledon trial news. People are beginning to be cured. But when will this become a reality for the many? In this special two-part episode, Dan Heller, a highly knowledgeable scientist who has been living with T1D even longer than I have, explains everything. Grab your coffee, settle in, and turn up the volume—you won't want to miss a word he shares! * Check out Dan's Substack: https://danheller.substack.com/about [https://danheller.substack.com/about]  * Check out Dan's Instagram: @T1DHumor  [https://www.instagram.com/t1dhumor/] Thanks for tuning in! Join the Diabetes Nerd Network. [https://www.diabetesnerdnetwork.com/] Thanks to Eversense for sponsoring the Diabetes Nerd Podcast. Eversense is home to the world's only 365-Day CGM. See if it's right for you at eversensecgm.com/ginger [http://eversensecgm.com/ginger]. DISCLAIMER: This video is not medical advice. Ginger Vieira is not a doctor. Please consult your healthcare team before making any changes to your healthcare regimen. FIND MORE FROM GINGER VIEIRA * YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@diabetesnerd] * BOOKS [https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B008ZPEGQ6/allbooks] * ARTICLES [https://www.gingervieira.com/diabetes]  * INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/GingerVieira.T1D]  * LINKEDIN [https://www.linkedin.com/in/GingerVieira]  GINGER's DIABETES BOOKS * 🔥 NEW RELEASE: Every Day with Diabetes [https://www.amazon.com/Every-Day-Diabetes-Tips-Real/dp/B0H2SCRNM4/] * Stop Overeating During Lows [https://a.co/d/g4iRcxJ] * Exercise with Diabetes [https://amzn.to/3RQd1NK] * Dealing with Diabetes Burnout [https://amzn.to/3th5QF7] * Pregnancy with Type 1 Diabetes [https://amzn.to/3GOC4dO] * Emotional Eating with Diabetes [https://amzn.to/48nkRE0] * When I Go Low [https://amzn.to/48kCxju] * Ain't Gonna Hide my T1D [https://amzn.to/3GOlASW] GINGER’S FAVE DIABETES-FRIENDLY PRODUCTS * Treat Lows Fast with Glow Gummies [https://glowgummies.com/?aff=9]  * Enjoy Donuts Guilt-free with Good Journey [https://goodjourneydonuts.com/?sca_ref=10738228.9NBRGXD6P8&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=affiliate] SUPPORT INDEPENDENT DIABETES EDUCATION 👉 If you found value in today's episode and want to support independent diabetes education, advocacy, and storytelling, you can leave a tip at buymeacoffee.com/diabetesnerd [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/diabetesnerd].  Every contribution helps keep the podcast going and allows us to continue bringing important conversations to the diabetes community.  Thank you for being here. 🧡 DISCLOSURE: Ginger is an affiliate of Glow Gummies and Good Journey Donuts. By using her links to purchase, she may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Enjoy!

He’s Off Mealtime Insulin: Here’s His Tzield Story

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2465728/fan_mail/new] What if a newly diagnosed person with type 1 diabetes (T1D) could dramatically reduce their insulin needs, or even stop taking mealtime insulin altogether? In this episode of the Diabetes Nerd Podcast, we sit down with Jacob, who was diagnosed with T1D in February 2026 and enrolled in the Beta Preserve clinical trial just weeks later. The study is exploring whether two rounds of Tzield (teplizumab) can preserve insulin-producing beta cells more effectively than a single treatment. Just months after beginning treatment, Jacob has cut his basal insulin by more than half and no longer needs mealtime insulin. He shares what it was like to undergo 12 consecutive days of Tzield infusions, the side effects he experienced, and how his blood sugars and daily life have changed. We also discuss how Tzield works, why early screening for type 1 diabetes is becoming increasingly important, and what this research could mean for the future of T1D treatment. Most importantly, Jacob explains why he hopes his story inspires others to consider screening, clinical trials, and opportunities to preserve beta cell function after diagnosis. If you live with type 1 diabetes, care for someone who does, or want to stay informed about the latest diabetes research, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Would you consider participating in a clinical trial like this? Have questions about Tzield or T1D screening? Leave a comment. We'd love to hear your thoughts. Thanks for tuning in! Join the Diabetes Nerd Network. [https://www.diabetesnerdnetwork.com/] Thanks to Eversense for sponsoring the Diabetes Nerd Podcast. Eversense is home to the world's only 365-Day CGM. See if it's right for you at eversensecgm.com/ginger. [https://www.eversensecgm.com/ginger] DISCLAIMER: This video is not medical advice. Ginger Vieira is not a doctor. Please consult your healthcare team before making any changes to your healthcare regimen. FIND MORE FROM GINGER VIEIRA * YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@diabetesnerd] * BOOKS [https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B008ZPEGQ6/allbooks] * ARTICLES [https://www.gingervieira.com/diabetes]  * INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/GingerVieira.T1D]  * LINKEDIN [https://www.linkedin.com/in/GingerVieira]  GINGER's DIABETES BOOKS * 🔥 NEW RELEASE: Every Day with Diabetes [https://www.amazon.com/Every-Day-Diabetes-Tips-Real/dp/B0H2SCRNM4/] * Stop Overeating During Lows [https://a.co/d/g4iRcxJ] * Exercise with Diabetes [https://amzn.to/3RQd1NK] * Dealing with Diabetes Burnout [https://amzn.to/3th5QF7] * Pregnancy with Type 1 Diabetes [https://amzn.to/3GOC4dO] * Emotional Eating with Diabetes [https://amzn.to/48nkRE0] * When I Go Low [https://amzn.to/48kCxju] * Ain't Gonna Hide my T1D [https://amzn.to/3GOlASW] GINGER’S FAVE DIABETES-FRIENDLY PRODUCTS * Treat Lows Fast with Glow Gummies [https://glowgummies.com/?aff=9]  * Enjoy Donuts Guilt-free with Good Journey [https://goodjourneydonuts.com/?sca_ref=10738228.9NBRGXD6P8&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=affiliate] SUPPORT INDEPENDENT DIABETES EDUCATION 👉 If you found value in today's episode and want to support independent diabetes education, advocacy, and storytelling, you can leave a tip at buymeacoffee.com/diabetesnerd [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/diabetesnerd].  Every contribution helps keep the podcast going and allows us to continue bringing important conversations to the diabetes community.  Thank you for being here. 🧡 DISCLOSURE: Ginger is an affiliate of Glow Gummies and Good Journey Donuts. By using her links to purchase, she may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Enjoy!

The Real Story Behind Automated Insulin Pumps: Patients Built It First

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2465728/fan_mail/new] What if diabetes technology could do most of the work for you? In this episode, Chris Wilson shares how the DIY diabetes community has spent years pushing insulin-delivery technology beyond its limits, helping to shape the future of automated diabetes management. From early CGM hacks to advanced algorithms that can learn insulin needs with minimal input, Chris explains how grassroots innovation continues to influence the tools people with type 1 diabetes use today. We discuss: • The origins of the "We Are Not Waiting" movement • How DIY systems evolved into today's advanced algorithms • The role of open-source communities in accelerating innovation • The risks and rewards of testing new technology • What the future could hold for pumps, CGMs, and automated insulin delivery Whether you're curious about DIY looping, diabetes technology, or where diabetes care is headed next, this conversation offers a fascinating look at the people driving progress. Guest Chris Wilson is a programmer, advocate, and longtime contributor to the DIY diabetes community who has helped develop and test some of the most innovative insulin delivery systems available today. Thanks for tuning in! Join the Diabetes Nerd Network. [https://www.diabetesnerdnetwork.com/] Thanks to Eversense for sponsoring the Diabetes Nerd Podcast. Eversense is home to the world's only 365-Day CGM. See if it's right for you at eversensecgm.com. [https://www.eversensecgm.com/] DISCLAIMER: This video is not medical advice. Ginger Vieira is not a doctor. Please consult your healthcare team before making any changes to your healthcare regimen. FIND MORE FROM GINGER VIEIRA * YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@diabetesnerd] * BOOKS [https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B008ZPEGQ6/allbooks] * ARTICLES [https://www.gingervieira.com/diabetes]  * INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/GingerVieira.T1D]  * LINKEDIN [https://www.linkedin.com/in/GingerVieira]  GINGER's DIABETES BOOKS * 🔥 NEW RELEASE: Every Day with Diabetes [https://www.amazon.com/Every-Day-Diabetes-Tips-Real/dp/B0H2SCRNM4/] * Stop Overeating During Lows [https://a.co/d/g4iRcxJ] * Exercise with Diabetes [https://amzn.to/3RQd1NK] * Dealing with Diabetes Burnout [https://amzn.to/3th5QF7] * Pregnancy with Type 1 Diabetes [https://amzn.to/3GOC4dO] * Emotional Eating with Diabetes [https://amzn.to/48nkRE0] * When I Go Low [https://amzn.to/48kCxju] * Ain't Gonna Hide my T1D [https://amzn.to/3GOlASW] GINGER’S FAVE DIABETES-FRIENDLY PRODUCTS * Treat Lows Fast with Glow Gummies [https://glowgummies.com/?aff=9]  * Enjoy Donuts Guilt-free with Good Journey [https://goodjourneydonuts.com/?sca_ref=10738228.9NBRGXD6P8&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=affiliate] SUPPORT INDEPENDENT DIABETES EDUCATION 👉 If you found value in today's episode and want to support independent diabetes education, advocacy, and storytelling, you can leave a tip at buymeacoffee.com/diabetesnerd [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/diabetesnerd].  Every contribution helps keep the podcast going and allows us to continue bringing important conversations to the diabetes community.  Thank you for being here. 🧡 DISCLOSURE: Ginger is an affiliate of Glow Gummies and Good Journey Donuts. By using her links to purchase, she may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Enjoy!

Eledon's Type 1 Diabetes Cure: What's Fact and What's Fiction?

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2465728/fan_mail/new] We can be excited and practical at the same time. It's important to look beyond the headlines at the specific challenges within any clinical trial aiming to cure type 1 diabetes.  Recently, I've been accused of "smearing" the Eledon study because I've explained that—even though the results are extraordinary—this therapy is still a long way from becoming a cure that's available to thousands, let alone millions, of people living with type 1 diabetes. So today, I sat down with someone who knows this therapy better than almost anyone: * Katie Beth Hand (Find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calamitykatiebeth/ [https://www.instagram.com/calamitykatiebeth/]) Katie Beth is one of the participants in the University of Chicago study using Eledon's anti-rejection drug, tegoprubart, alongside transplanted islet cells. She's currently living insulin-free because of that treatment. In this conversation, we talk about what life is actually like after transplant, what the therapy involves, the benefits, the limitations, the business behind a clinical trial, and why it's important to be both excited and realistic about where this research stands today. You don't have to choose between hope and honesty. We can have both. Watch the interview and decide for yourself.  Other interviews I've done with Eledon study participants:  * Katie Beth - 1 month post-transplant [https://youtu.be/ZflOjMW-4MI]  * Katie Beth - 3 months post-transplant [https://youtu.be/X-_ybqfeo_Q]  * Chris Pacheco - 4 months post-transplant [https://youtu.be/XmGF-FrHtbI]  * The Problem with Eledon's Cure for T1D [https://youtu.be/kvwqRyYRjEw] Thanks for tuning in! Join the Diabetes Nerd Network. [https://www.diabetesnerdnetwork.com/] Thanks to Eversense for sponsoring the Diabetes Nerd Podcast. Eversense is home to the world's only 365-Day CGM. See if it's right for you at eversensecgm.com. [https://www.eversensecgm.com/] DISCLAIMER: This video is not medical advice. Ginger Vieira is not a doctor. Please consult your healthcare team before making any changes to your healthcare regimen. FIND MORE FROM GINGER VIEIRA * YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@diabetesnerd] * BOOKS [https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B008ZPEGQ6/allbooks] * ARTICLES [https://www.gingervieira.com/diabetes]  * INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/GingerVieira.T1D]  * LINKEDIN [https://www.linkedin.com/in/GingerVieira]  GINGER's DIABETES BOOKS * 🔥 NEW RELEASE: Every Day with Diabetes [https://www.amazon.com/Every-Day-Diabetes-Tips-Real/dp/B0H2SCRNM4/] * Stop Overeating During Lows [https://a.co/d/g4iRcxJ] * Exercise with Diabetes [https://amzn.to/3RQd1NK] * Dealing with Diabetes Burnout [https://amzn.to/3th5QF7] * Pregnancy with Type 1 Diabetes [https://amzn.to/3GOC4dO] * Emotional Eating with Diabetes [https://amzn.to/48nkRE0] * When I Go Low [https://amzn.to/48kCxju] * Ain't Gonna Hide my T1D [https://amzn.to/3GOlASW] GINGER’S FAVE DIABETES-FRIENDLY PRODUCTS * Treat Lows Fast with Glow Gummies [https://glowgummies.com/?aff=9]  * Enjoy Donuts Guilt-free with Good Journey [https://goodjourneydonuts.com/?sca_ref=10738228.9NBRGXD6P8&utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=affiliate] SUPPORT INDEPENDENT DIABETES EDUCATION 👉 If you found value in today's episode and want to support independent diabetes education, advocacy, and storytelling, you can leave a tip at buymeacoffee.com/diabetesnerd [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/diabetesnerd/].  Every contribution helps keep the podcast going and allows us to continue bringing important conversations to the diabetes community.  Thank you for being here. 🧡 DISCLOSURE: Ginger is an affiliate of Glow Gummies and Good Journey Donuts. By using her links to purchase, she may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Enjoy!