OPTIMIZING DIABETES TECH (ODT)

Hosts Justin Eastzer and Gary Scheiner CDCES break down diabetes tech and take listener questions to give actionable changes for better glucose control.

May 25, 2026

How to Exercise as a T1D and Maintain Your Time in Range

We break down the science behind exercising with T1D, offer ideas and strategies to help improve your time in range, and how to diabetes technology can help.

Apr 27, 2026

Why You’re Having Low Blood Sugar (And How to Prevent It)

I spoke with Gary Scheiner, CDCES, about why lows happen, how to treat them, and how to use your pump and CGM to reduce their frequency, duration, and severity.

Mar 30, 2026

Optimizing Mealtime Insulin for Better Post-Meal Glucose Control

I spoke with Gary Scheiner, CDCES, about optimizing mealtime insulin, including bolus timing, carb ratios, and strategies to reduce post-meal spikes.

Mar 2, 2026

Why Insulin Doesn’t Always Work the Same and How to Optimize It

I sat down with Gary Scheiner CDCES to discuss insulin variability, site failures, unexplained highs, and practical strategies to get insulin working efficiently.

Feb 2, 2026

How To Optimize Your Data For Better Diabetes Management

I spoke with CDCES Gary Scheiner about how to interpret your numbers, spot trends early, and make smarter adjustments with confidence.

Dec 29, 2025

How to Optimize Basal Insulin Settings for More Stable Glucose

I sat down with CDCES Gary Scheiner to discuss why basal insulin matters, how to know when it's off, and what stable basal looks like for insulin pumps and MDI.

Dec 1, 2025

How to Optimize CGM Alerts & Settings for the Best Results

I spoke with CDCES Gary Scheiner about how to take full advantage of continuous glucose monitor settings and alerts for the strongest diabetes management.