Mar 30, 2026
I’m joined by Cassandra Donahue, registered dietitian, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, and Certified Specialist in Weight and Obesity Management. Cassandra was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at just 21 months old and went on an insulin pump at age five. Today, she works in endocrinology and obesity...
Mar 23, 2026
Today’s episode is a special one — I’m officially announcing my upcoming book:
Highs, Lows & Hormones: A Survival Guide for Women with Diabetes — From Monthly Cycles to Menopause.
This book was born from years of lived experience, coaching women through midlife, and realizing there simply wasn’t one...
Mar 16, 2026
Living with type 1 diabetes means living with autoimmunity. And if you’ve ever wondered why did this happen? — you’re not alone.
In today’s conversation, I’m joined by board-certified health and wellness coach, pharmacist, and host of Autoimmune Health Secrets, Amy Behimer. Amy lives with multiple autoimmune...
Mar 9, 2026
If you’ve started progesterone and suddenly your blood sugars feel harder to manage—especially overnight, during stress, or in the luteal phase—this episode is for you.
In this solo conversation, Melissa unpacks a nuance that doesn’t get talked about enough: progesterone can be incredibly supportive for many...
Mar 2, 2026
Living with chronic illness is exhausting enough.
Add denied claims, surprise bills, $500 copays, and confusing insurance rules—and suddenly managing your health becomes a full-time financial battle.
In this episode, I sat down with Sally Figueroa, a mom of four, chronic illness advocate, and founder of Health Savings...