GINGER
VIEIRA

Author, Speaker
& Diabetes Content Specialist
My name is Ginger Vieira, and I am passionate about helping people with diabetes and other chronic illnesses live full lives! I have lived with type 1 diabetes for 25 years and counting.
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In my work, I create books, articles, and videos that educate and empower people facing the daily challenges of diabetes and other chronic illnesses. My expertise includes type 1, type 2, LADA, gestational, and prediabetes.

My Youtube Channel

Diabetes Nerd on Youtube

Change how you treat hypoglycemia 👉 https://a.co/d/g4iRcxJ 

Perfection isn't the answer to achieving a healthy time in range. There are A LOT of things you can do to improve your time in range (TIR).  In this video, I'm sharing one important thing you can do TODAY to start improving your time in range. Trust me, it's not as complicated as you think...

Thanks for tuning in!

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  
• PODCAST: https://podcast.app/diabetes-nerd-p6240725 
• INSTAGRAM: https://www.Instagram.com/GingerVieira.T1D 
• LINKEDIN: https://www.Linkedin.com/in/GingerVieira  

GINGER's DIABETES BOOKS
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 

#diabetesnerd #lifewithdiabetes #type1diabetes #diabetesmanagement #t1d #t1dcommunity #timeinrange #type1diabetesmanagement

Change how you treat hypoglycemia 👉 https://a.co/d/g4iRcxJ

Perfection isn't the answer to achieving a healthy time in range. There are A LOT of things you can do to improve your time in range (TIR). In this video, I'm sharing one important thing you can do TODAY to start improving your time in range. Trust me, it's not as complicated as you think…

Thanks for tuning in!

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
• PODCAST: https://podcast.app/diabetes-nerd-p6240725
• INSTAGRAM: https://www.Instagram.com/GingerVieira.T1D
• LINKEDIN: https://www.Linkedin.com/in/GingerVieira

GINGER's DIABETES BOOKS
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

#diabetesnerd #lifewithdiabetes #type1diabetes #diabetesmanagement #t1d #t1dcommunity #timeinrange #type1diabetesmanagement

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Want Better Blood Sugars? Start Here!

Diabetes Nerd 12 hours ago

Get my free 80/20 Diet Guide: https://gingervieira.com/free-ebook/

Diabetes misdiagnoses occur far too often. Last week, I met two men aged over 50 and 60 who were diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (T2D) but were actually living with type 1 (T1D)!

There's a reason they no longer call it juvenile diabetes. Type 1 diabetes can develop at any age. More than half of all new cases of type 1 diabetes occur in people over 30.

In this video, I'm sharing some signs that you might have been misdiagnosed, too, and what to watch for if you feel like something is off.

Thanks for tuning in!

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  
• PODCAST: https://podcast.app/diabetes-nerd-p6240725 
• INSTAGRAM: https://www.Instagram.com/GingerVieira.T1D 
• LINKEDIN: https://www.Linkedin.com/in/GingerVieira  

GINGER's DIABETES BOOKS
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 

#diabetesnerd #lifewithdiabetes #type1diabetes #diabetesmanagement #t1d #t1dcommunity #t2d #type2diabetes #diabetesmisdiagnosis #misdiagnosed #chronicillnessawareness

Get my free 80/20 Diet Guide: https://gingervieira.com/free-ebook/

Diabetes misdiagnoses occur far too often. Last week, I met two men aged over 50 and 60 who were diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (T2D) but were actually living with type 1 (T1D)!

There's a reason they no longer call it juvenile diabetes. Type 1 diabetes can develop at any age. More than half of all new cases of type 1 diabetes occur in people over 30.

In this video, I'm sharing some signs that you might have been misdiagnosed, too, and what to watch for if you feel like something is off.

Thanks for tuning in!

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
• PODCAST: https://podcast.app/diabetes-nerd-p6240725
• INSTAGRAM: https://www.Instagram.com/GingerVieira.T1D
• LINKEDIN: https://www.Linkedin.com/in/GingerVieira

GINGER's DIABETES BOOKS
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

#diabetesnerd #lifewithdiabetes #type1diabetes #diabetesmanagement #t1d #t1dcommunity #t2d #type2diabetes #diabetesmisdiagnosis #misdiagnosed #chronicillnessawareness

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Don't Let This Diabetes Mistake Happen to You or Your Parents!

Diabetes Nerd July 8, 2025 10:00 am

Emotional Eating with Diabetes 👉 https://amzn.to/48nkRE0 

Yes, I microdose Ozempic (also known as semaglutide) as a person with type 1 diabetes (T1D), and it has made ALL the difference! Here's why I do it, what I've learned along the way, and my advice for others with type 1 diabetes who are starting their own journeys with Ozempic.

I'm thriving, people...and I want you to thrive, too! 💙

If you're having trouble getting a microdose of Ozempic approved by your doctor, visit diabetesnp.com for support. My friend, Christopher Szoke, NP, BC-ADM, CDCE, may be able to help you. https://www.diabetesnp.com (He's awesome. Seriously!)

Thanks for tuning in!

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  
• PODCAST: https://podcast.app/diabetes-nerd-p6240725 
• INSTAGRAM: https://www.Instagram.com/GingerVieira.T1D 
• LINKEDIN: https://www.Linkedin.com/in/GingerVieira  

GINGER's DIABETES BOOKS
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 

#diabetesnerd #lifewithdiabetes #type1diabetes #diabetesmanagement #t1d #t1dcommunity #ozempic #ozempicjourney #ozempicweightloss

Emotional Eating with Diabetes 👉 https://amzn.to/48nkRE0

Yes, I microdose Ozempic (also known as semaglutide) as a person with type 1 diabetes (T1D), and it has made ALL the difference! Here's why I do it, what I've learned along the way, and my advice for others with type 1 diabetes who are starting their own journeys with Ozempic.

I'm thriving, people…and I want you to thrive, too! 💙

If you're having trouble getting a microdose of Ozempic approved by your doctor, visit diabetesnp.com for support. My friend, Christopher Szoke, NP, BC-ADM, CDCE, may be able to help you. https://www.diabetesnp.com (He's awesome. Seriously!)

Thanks for tuning in!

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
• PODCAST: https://podcast.app/diabetes-nerd-p6240725
• INSTAGRAM: https://www.Instagram.com/GingerVieira.T1D
• LINKEDIN: https://www.Linkedin.com/in/GingerVieira

GINGER's DIABETES BOOKS
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

#diabetesnerd #lifewithdiabetes #type1diabetes #diabetesmanagement #t1d #t1dcommunity #ozempic #ozempicjourney #ozempicweightloss

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Microdosing Ozempic with Type 1 Diabetes: What Doctors Won’t Tell You (But I Will!)

Diabetes Nerd July 1, 2025 10:00 am

Get through diabetes burnout 👉 https://amzn.to/3th5QF7

Support is everything when you’re living with a chronic illness like type 1 diabetes, and friendships can make all the difference. I don’t know where I’d be without Tara! 💙

But even the most well-meaning friends and family can sometimes miss the mark.

If you love someone with T1D, here are a few tips to help you show up in ways that actually support both the friendship and their diabetes management. 👌

Thanks for tuning in!

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  
• PODCAST: https://podcast.app/diabetes-nerd-p6240725 
• INSTAGRAM: https://www.Instagram.com/GingerVieira.T1D 
• LINKEDIN: https://www.Linkedin.com/in/GingerVieira  

GINGER's DIABETES BOOKS
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 

#diabetesnerd #lifewithdiabetes #type1diabetes #diabetesmanagement #t1d #t1dcommunity

Get through diabetes burnout 👉 https://amzn.to/3th5QF7

Support is everything when you’re living with a chronic illness like type 1 diabetes, and friendships can make all the difference. I don’t know where I’d be without Tara! 💙

But even the most well-meaning friends and family can sometimes miss the mark.

If you love someone with T1D, here are a few tips to help you show up in ways that actually support both the friendship and their diabetes management. 👌

Thanks for tuning in!

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
• PODCAST: https://podcast.app/diabetes-nerd-p6240725
• INSTAGRAM: https://www.Instagram.com/GingerVieira.T1D
• LINKEDIN: https://www.Linkedin.com/in/GingerVieira

GINGER's DIABETES BOOKS
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

#diabetesnerd #lifewithdiabetes #type1diabetes #diabetesmanagement #t1d #t1dcommunity

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Don't Say This to Your Friends with Type 1 Diabetes

Diabetes Nerd June 24, 2025 10:01 am

If you were recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, let me be the first to tell you: YOUR FUTURE IS BRIGHT! ✨

Just because you live with type 1 diabetes doesn't mean you inevitably have to or will experience complications.

That's why I'm sharing my top tips for life with T1D so you can get started on the right foot. You got this! We got this! You're never in it alone, friends. Hugs to you on this new journey!

Diabetes is challenging, but I promise you, if you're willing to learn, you'll get better at it day by day. 💙 

Thanks for tuning in!

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  
• PODCAST: https://podcast.app/diabetes-nerd-p6240725 
• INSTAGRAM: https://www.Instagram.com/GingerVieira.T1D 
• LINKEDIN: https://www.Linkedin.com/in/GingerVieira  

GINGER's DIABETES BOOKS
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 

#diabetesnerd #lifewithdiabetes #type1diabetes #diabetesmanagement #t1d #t1dcommunity

If you were recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, let me be the first to tell you: YOUR FUTURE IS BRIGHT! ✨

Just because you live with type 1 diabetes doesn't mean you inevitably have to or will experience complications.

That's why I'm sharing my top tips for life with T1D so you can get started on the right foot. You got this! We got this! You're never in it alone, friends. Hugs to you on this new journey!

Diabetes is challenging, but I promise you, if you're willing to learn, you'll get better at it day by day. 💙

Thanks for tuning in!

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
• PODCAST: https://podcast.app/diabetes-nerd-p6240725
• INSTAGRAM: https://www.Instagram.com/GingerVieira.T1D
• LINKEDIN: https://www.Linkedin.com/in/GingerVieira

GINGER's DIABETES BOOKS
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

#diabetesnerd #lifewithdiabetes #type1diabetes #diabetesmanagement #t1d #t1dcommunity

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If You Were Just Diagnosed with T1D, You Need to Know This!

Diabetes Nerd June 17, 2025 10:00 am

If You Take Insulin, You Have to Know This!

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Readers Reviews

Anna
Anna28 years with type 1 diabetes
"I am so thankful for this book (Exercise with Type 1 Diabetes) ! Two days after reading this book, I was able to exercise without dropping low. Ginger gives wonderful examples as well as useful strategies to help you fine tune your insulin and exercise routine. This book is exactly what I needed! Buy this if you"ve ever struggled with lows after a workout!”
Lauren Bongiorno
Lauren BongiornoCEO, Risely Health
"Ginger is the absolute Queen of taking complex diabetes topics and distilling them down to make them easier to understand and apply. This book is a must-read for anyone looking for more practical education around the topic of exercise and blood sugar management for T1Ds.”
CDCES
CDCESLiving with type 1 diabetes
"There were a few times throughout my pregnancy (almost to delivery) that your friend-to-another friend empathy warmly reached off the pages and offered comfort only feasible from a fellow woman living with type 1 diabetes. It meant the world to me, thank you. We also recommend your book to all of our patients who are considering pregnancy with type 1 diabetes."
Steve Edelman
Steve EdelmanMD
"I've been an endocrinologist for over 40 years and I've lived with type 1 diabetes for over 50 years. Ginger takes this very complex topic and breaks it down into a clear, easy-to- ready guidebook, offering tips and advice on important things to consider before, during, and after various types of workouts."
Diabettie
Diabettie living with T1D
"This book is a life-changing resource on exercise with type 1 diabetes. Honestly, it completely revolutionized my exercise routine in the most dynamic way. I will always be grateful for Ginger's unwavering guidance regarding type 1 diabetes!"
Christine Fallabel
Christine FallabelLiving with T1D
"Of course, I finished this in one sitting. Ginger makes an often confusing and difficult topic SO easy to read, understand, and actually digest with actionable advice. If you live with T1D and want to improve the how/when/why of exercise, this book is for you!”
Gary Scheiner
Gary Scheiner MS, CDCES
"Finally, something for people living with diabetes who face the challenges of meshing exercise and sports with glucose management. Ginger's writing is easy to understand, relatable, and SENSIBLE. A must-have for all T1D athletes and athlete wannabes!”
Anna Kiff
Anna Kiff Living with T1D
"I'm trying to learn how to avoid going low or high with my insulin coverage. The tips that Ginger shares are very helpful. Easy to understand! I've had T1D for almost 60 years, I still learn something new from the younger diabetics like Ginger who write books like this to make our lives better!"
Alanna Chambers
Alanna ChambersRD, CDCES
"Really enjoyed reading this! It's packed full of insights and helpful tips to navigate exercise with T1D, while at the same time shedding light on the realities of the REAL struggles that come along with it.”
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About Ginger

As a freelance writer and diabetes content specialist, I create high-quality, well-researched, engaging, and empowering diabetes and health-related content for various audiences, companies, and platforms.

 

I have produced content for leading diabetes organizations and platforms, such as Diabetes Mine, Beyond Type 1, Beyond Type 2, T1D Exchange, Omnipod, mySugr, Diabetes Strong, Healthline, and more.

 

My expertise covers a wide range of topics, formats, and channels, including articles, videos, graphics, social media, influencer marketing, study recruitment, editorial management, and more.

 

My mission is to turn complex research and science into digestible and reader-friendly content that educates, inspires, and supports people living with diabetes and other chronic conditions.

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