Type One Determination

Man, have I got a story for you.

And a lot of applicable HELP to go along with it. 

Let’s change your life today...

In my book, you'll notice that I'm not exactly thrilled about the way many people with ALL types of diabetes (and their families) are treated.

I have a lot to say about the historic approach to diabetes management and the antiquated “establishment,” but the MAIN reason I wrote Type One Determination is because I knew so many people would see themselves in my story. 

And I wanted to tell them EVERYTHING I now know as a result of living it.

You can be an athlete. You can eat carbs.

You can be one of the healthiest people you know.

And I can prove it. 

Listen up.

Press PLAY to listen to the introduction. It’s like getting a chapter for free read by the author!

Type One Determination is a coming-back-to-life-and-owning-it Story plus Health Guide complete with a nutrition and exercise protocol for people living with T1D, for their parents, and their medical team. 

AWARDS

Brenda Davis, RD

Plant based trail blazer, author of the kick diabetes cookbook

“Type One Determination by registered dietitian, Lauren Plunkett, is a rich and relatable book for everyone who has type 1 diabetes, or who is connected personally or professionally with people that do.

The book chronicles Lauren's journey, from the time she was diagnosed to the present day.

She shares the very personal sorrows, frustrations, and challenges associated with such a life-altering diagnosis.

I love this story because the author not only navigates her way through major obstacles, but she becomes a powerful and passionate advocate for living your healthiest, most fulfilling life with type 1 diabetes.

This is a resource that will inspire, educate, and empower its readers.”

Charlotte Hayes

Head of Diabetes, Wellness & Education at Team Novo Nordisk

“Type One Determination is a must read for people living with diabetes and health care professionals alike. Author Lauren Plunkett writes with passion about the 245,000 hours she has lived with type 1 diabetes – from diagnosis to the time this book was published.

She shares, with raw emotion, the challenges she faced as a teen and young adult while navigating an impersonal, rules-driven health system that served up heaps of judgement.

Plunkett asked difficult questions of herself and the diabetes care providers who she met over these years ultimately evolving holistic nutrition and fitness strategies and ways of thinking that have led to health and well-being.

Type One Determination is not only fun to read but is chock full of science-based and credible information about nutrition and exercise. Above all, the author offers sage counsel about navigating life with diabetes.”

Book Reviews

  • “First off, I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, so of course I’m coming at this from a nutrition and behavioral science filter. Let me tell you more…

    What Lauren has done here so masterfully, is marry the physiology of diabetes in a very down to earth comprehensible manner, alongside the social and emotional, and dare I say spiritual impact.

    The anger and mental fortitude is palatable and it’s so honoring to those who have struggled in the healthcare system. I feel this book very deeply. Countless pearls here.

    Every Dietitian should read this book among other practitioners caring for anybody with Diabetes.

    Your heart and brain will grow, and you’ll be better equipped for your patients.”

    - Miriam J. MPH, RDN, CPT, Intuitive Eating Counselor

  • “Lauren has kind of invented her own genre: the funny, hard-hitting self-help diabetes manual/memoir. She is very witty and has a way with words. I laughed a lot and found myself reading aloud quotes to anyone in the same room with me.”

    "Type One Determination is meticulously researched and documented, and the operation of the sections is practical and relevant. The author draws upon her own experience to highlight the most important and pertinent concepts and applications for others."

    -Literary Award Judging

  • "This book should be required reading for nearly every American over the age of 8 or 9. This is an amazing guide to owning one's body.

    "This is an excellent, thorough, and comprehensive resource for individuals with type 1 diabetes. The author has a fresh, authentic voice that makes the reader feel as though they are hearing from a spunky friend with depths of knowledge and experiences they are generously sharing for others' improvement and benefit."

    -Literary Award Judging

  • “Type 1 Determination offers fantastic , unfiltered behind-the-scenes insights into life with type 1 diabetes. Lauren shares her experiences and, even more important, her perceptions and emotions around those experiences learning about and living with T1D.

    As a medical provider herself, Lauren inspires us as providers to be mindful of the powerful impact our words and expectations have on patients, positive and negative. Her autobiographical book has some cringe-worthy experiences with providers that we can all learn from. We can do better than that! And she shows us how. Lauren reminds us that every patient or client is a unique person who is much, much more than their diabetes.

    Type 1 Determination is the story of a strong, sassy, authentic young woman who is challenging and successfully changing and modernizing diabetes care and education!”

    -Suzy S. RDN, LD, CDCES

  • “Whether you are living with T1D or know someone who is--this book is for you.

    I didn't want to put it down and read the whole first section in one sitting. The author's personal stories are interesting and relatable. She offers vivid insight into how someone living with chronic illness, like T1D, handles day-to-day activities that we take for granted.

    BONUS: she's a registered dietitian and offers some really sound and usable advice on food/nutrition.”

    -ShaHan

  • "Lauren has a fiery and fiercely honest voice that delivers hard truths with a directness you trust but an approachability and compassion you value."

    “Lauren is a straight shooter and doesn’t pull and punches, all the while communicating with wit, fun and sass. If you have diabetes, you will be encouraged and your hope will be renewed!”

    -Literary Award Judging

  • “Type One Determination is a great read! This book provides important information around successfully managing Type I Diabetes especially while incorporating exercise. Being an advocate for your own health is critical and the author provides great information on how to be an active participant in your own care. The information in the book would be beneficial to anyone who wants to thrive with a chronic condition.”

    -Barbara S.

  • “WoW! What a Great Read!

    In the last 40 some years I have read many books on nutrition and when the subject of diabetes came up, it went through the same generic verbiage which left a person with a limited concept but nothing really concrete that a person could draw from that could actually change their life.

    When I read Lauren's book, a light bulb went off in my head because for the first time, the understanding of the pathology of diabetes and what a person who is diagnosed with it goes through, not just physically but mentally and emotionally became clear.

    It is definitely a MUST read for anyone because we all know someone who struggles with diabetes!”

    -Amazon Review

  • “Lauren really makes you feel like your apart of her journey in this book. Not only is she giving scientific facts but she does so in a way that keeps the reader interested and also throws in some great humor! A must read for anyone living with type 1 or anyone interested in learning about this chronic disease.”

    -Taya C.

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