Today we sit down with Cardiologist, Dr. Columbus D. Batiste, who shares the shocking link between heart disease and diabetes. Within his study, he discovered how they are intimately connected. As those with Diabetes are more than twice as likely to have a cardiovascular event. In addition to the evidence, he also discusses ways in which we can destress & reduce our risk of heart disease. If you live with diabetes, this is an episode that you do not want to miss. ===== Dr. Columbus D. Batiste is a board-certified Interventional Cardiologist and Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of California Riverside School of Medicine. He’s been recognized for his work in the community to help people of all demographics. Dr. Batiste’s mission is to share information so that “each-one can teach-one” about the benefits of plant-based nutrition, daily exercise, and stress reduction and therefore, provide everyone with the opportunity to take control of their health.  This mission and his passion for the community has led to the formation of a non-profit organization called the Healthy Heart Nation, which provides education through lectures, newsletters, social and digital media.  https://www.thehealthyheartdoc.org   Make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes! Please leave us a review to ensure that the Mastering Diabetes message reaches as many people living with diabetes as possible. Connect with us on Instagram and Facebook