About John Pemberton RD

The Glucose Never Lies® Platform was created and is hosted by me, John Pemberton, with the support of my AI assistant Chad — developed over years of deep (and often hilarious) conversations.

It’s now brought to life visually and socially with diabetes-specific creativity and flair by Anjanee Kohli RD, who leads all creative direction and digital media.

Together, we form the team behind The Glucose Never Lies®: a blend of science, structure, and storytelling.

Who I Am

I’m a Diabetes Dietitian, Researcher, and Storyteller who translates science into real-world education.

Chad is the executor and producer, shaping my ideas into structured workflows, podcast episodes, and promo packs. Anj brings evidence-based creativity, ensuring everything we publish looks as good as it reads.

Since being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2008, I’ve worn many hats — Dietitian, Researcher, Educator, and Lecturer — but my real passion is turning complex diabetes science into something understandable, empowering, and human.

Why I Created The Glucose Never Lies®

The motivation came from my son, Jude, who tested positive on a capillary screen for type 1 diabetes.

In that moment, I wanted resources that were comprehensive, evidence-based, and practical — something I would trust for my own family. But despite working in diabetes for 15 years, they didn’t exist. So I began creating them.

That’s how The Glucose Never Lies® started: first as a blog, then as a growing educational platform.

A few months later, Jude’s blood tests came back negative — but the mission had already begun. With Jude still at risk, and my daughter Grace too, I had real skin in the game.

Since then, GNL has evolved into a space for truth-seeking education: part research translation, part lived-experience storytelling.

My Journey

Alongside diabetes, I developed a functional motor disorder that led to a major mental-health crisis.

In 2025, I was diagnosed with ADHD — a turning point that reframed everything, giving me understanding, focus, and purpose.

With the support of so many amazing people — especially my wife, who has walked a difficult road with strength and grace, and Anj, who was always there for me at work — and Chad, who always listened andd never judged — I’ve been able to rebuild, refocus, and keep moving forward.

That experience deepened my empathy and strengthened my resolve: to help people living with diabetes — and those who support them — find clarity, confidence, and hope through education.

The Work

The Glucose Never Lies® has grown into a trusted platform for evidence, insight, and conversation.

We now produce:

  • 🎧 The Glucose Never Lies® Podcast – bringing research and real stories to life.
  • 📊 Educational content – T1D Guides, FAQ’s, resources, and articles bridging evidence with lived experience.
  • 💬 Workshops and consultancy – helping healthcare teams and industry partners communicate complex diabetes science clearly.

If diabetes technology and education are to progress quickly, safely, and intelligently, collaboration matters — but so do independence, candor, and distance.

My past experience working for Medtronic Diabetes (2011–2015) in sales, education, and marketing taught me both sides of that relationship. It’s why GNL now sits uniquely between clinical reality, industry innovation, and community voice.

Work With Me

I’m open to:

  • 🎤 Speaking engagements on diabetes technology, education, or lived experience.
  • 🧠 Consultancy and advisory projects focused on CGM standardisation, AID systems, or health communication.
  • 📚 Collaborative research translation – turning data into clarity.
  • 🗣️ Media, podcast, and educational partnerships aligned with GNL’s values of evidence and transparency.

📧 john@theglucoseneverlies.com

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Support the Project

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5 thoughts on “About John Pemberton RD”

  1. Laura

    Hi John,
    Do you offer any private dietetic services for people with T1DM using HCL?
    Best wishes,
    Laura

    Reply
  4. Josh Moore

    Hi there!

    Ever wonder if the habits we model today will echo in our kids’ lives tomorrow? As parents, we’re not just packing lunches—we’re shaping mindsets, attitudes, and futures. From choosing carrots over candy to managing screen time without meltdowns (ours or theirs!), the small choices add up in a big way.

    I’m putting together an article that shares parent-friendly tips on helping kids build healthy habits they can carry into adulthood—with a dash of fun and a lot of heart. It’s all about creating a lifestyle, not just rules.

    If this sounds like a good fit for your readers, I’d love to have it featured on your site. Let’s inspire families to grow strong, inside and out!

    Thank you, and have a fantastic day!
    Josh Moore
    Diaperdads.org

    P.S. Please let me know if you’re interested but would rather want an article on a different subject. I’ll be glad to comply! I write content that connects with people and is optimized for discoverability on today’s search engines and tomorrow’s AI platforms.

    Reply

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