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Drinks Influencer Balances Diabetes With Dining in 35 Cities
Drinks influencer shares diabetes management while traveling 35 cities yearly.
In brief
Drinks influencer shares diabetes management while traveling 35 cities yearly. Drinks influencer manages diabetes while dining in 35 cities annually, spending $1,601.46 weekly. Originally reported by Bon Appétit.
The finances
She earns $50K to $250K annually as a drinks influencer with diabetes.
The diet
Diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 2021, she minimizes processed foods and complex carbs.
The expenses
Spends $1,601.46 weekly on restaurants, groceries, and other essentials.
The diary
Travels 35 cities yearly, dining out frequently while managing diabetes.
Chicago home
Lives in Chicago with $2,000 HOA, $400 parking, $100 car insurance, and $140 phone.
Grocery staples
Buys apples, berries, bananas, eggs, Greek yogurt, and Wisconsin cheese weekly.
Dining habits
Eats breakfast out, two lunches, and two or three dinners per day when traveling.
Family background
Grew up in Boston, New Jersey, and Chicago suburbs with a Taiwanese immigrant mother.
Weekly expenses
Spends $1,326.46 on restaurants and $275 on groceries weekly.
Dining challenges
Faced rejection from Michelin-starred chefs for diabetes dietary requests.
Travel diary
Visits 35 cities yearly, dining out frequently while managing diabetes.
Grocery trips
Makes six grocery trips weekly, including bakery and convenience stores.
Dietary restrictions
Avoids white-sugar-spiked and complex carbs to manage diabetes.
Weekly meals
Eats two lunches and two or three dinners per day when traveling.
Family meals
Eats with family daily, including Taiwanese dishes and American classics.
Healthcare costs
Faces high medication costs due to self-employment and diabetes.
In short
Drinks influencer manages diabetes while dining in 35 cities annually, spending $1,601.46 weekly.
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