About Founder Ariel Warren
Welcome to Above Diabetes
I am a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, a Certified Pump Trainer, an author, a speaker, and what I’m most proud of is that I have had type 1 diabetes for over 25 years. I believe that nutrition and diabetes management should be individualized. Having the right team, tech, and knowledge, frees you to live your best self with diabetes.
I was diagnosed with Type 1 when I was 4 years old. In an odd way, I am grateful for my diabetes because it has given me a deep level of empathy, and has led me to a career as a health provider. Diabetes has connected me to many empowering and inspiring individuals (such as yourself).
Currently, I hold a B.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics, I am the board chair-elect for the American Association of Diabetes Educator (AADE), and I am a speaker on “Becoming our Best Self with Diabetes through Tech and Nutrition”. I work as a diabetes educator and dietitian at an Endocrinology Outpatient Clinic in Utah and through my own online virtual practice.
How I can help
Diabetes Specialties
When you're having trouble with your diabetes and are looking for increased support from a provider who has T1D.
Pump Shopping
so you can learn about the pros and cons of each available pump (Medtronic, Tandem, Omnipod, and looping)
Pump Setting Adjustments
Understand and adjust pump settings (carb ratios, correction factors, basals, MDI dosing)
Diet & Exercise
Improve insulin sensitivity through nutrition, exercise, and diabetes management
Food Sensitivity
Test for food sensitivities to decrease inflammation and insulin resistance
CGM & Pump Reporting
Learn how to read and understand your own CGM and pump reports so you can be your own best advocate for your diabetes
Troubleshooting
Troubleshoot poor insulin absorption through improver pump site and bad habits
As a T1D myself, I am a health professional who completely understands your personal frustrations as someone with diabetes because I’ve been there. If you are struggling with your settings, nutrition, exercise, motivation, you are just feeling burnt out (or all the above). Don’t hesitate to reach out to me. I’m here to help you understand your diabetes and feel in control of your life again.
