Diabetes

This content originally appeared on Low Carb Yum. Republished with permission. Ketchup is an important part of so many classic American foods. Who doesn’t enjoy this condiment with their hot dogs, burgers, or fries? Before I was eating low carb, I used to love these meals! Now, I’m much more conscious about the impact that

As many of us continue to stay at home more than usual, finding new ways to make creative, easy and healthy dinners is a priority for many. Recently, I tried out a meal kit delivery service from Gobble and thought I would share my thoughts as a mom of two living with type 1 diabetes.

This content originally appeared on Beyond Type 1. Republished with permission. By Katie Lesley I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) when I was eight years old. I was about to attend a new school, and within the last few weeks of summer, I found myself learning to dose a medication responsible for being

This content originally appeared here. Republished with permission. Soup, it’s what’s for dinner! In the cold winter months, it’s already dark before we sit down to eat dinner, and on those days, there’s just something comforting and cozy about a steaming hot bowl of soup. This Sausage and Tortellini Soup is everything I want this

This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Albert Cai What AID systems are currently available, what can we expect in the next year, and where is AID technology headed? Want more information just like this? Sign Up Now! As we enter 2021, we’re taking a look at what’s ahead for automated insulin

People with diabetes have a notoriously complex relationship with food. Food and nutrition are a cornerstone of a healthy life with diabetes, and balancing it with insulin intake, exercise, sleep, and stress management can be a lot to handle. This article will outline strategies that you can implement to cultivate a healthier relationship with food.

The COVID-19 vaccine is here, and like most things dealing with the pandemic, the rollout of both the Pfizer-BioNtech and the Moderna vaccines has been a nightmare. The Trump administration’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Advisory Committee for Immunization Practices (ACIP) released loose guidelines for states to follow in determining how to disseminate

This content originally appeared on Beyond Type 1. Republished with permission. By Bonnie O’Neil Nights are the most draining of all. With the weight of our daily work, parental responsibility, and type 1 diabetes (T1D) caregiving still heavy on our shoulders, at day’s end we long to lay our burden down, retreat to the comfort

Ann is a nuclear pharmacist who also lives with type 1 diabetes. We chatted with her about her recent experience with the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. Hi Ann! Thank you so much for taking the time to speak to me. I know many people living with diabetes have had a challenging year whether trying to avoid

As you look toward staying healthy in the new year, meaningful changes to your diet may help you manage glucose levels and maximize health in the face of COVID-19. Four experts – Whole Cities Foundation’s Dr. Akua Woolbright, low-carb guru Dr. Mariela Glandt, San Francisco General’s Dr. Rita Nguyen, and Harvard’s Dr. Lee Kaplan – shared

T1D1 (which stands for type 1 diabetes from day 1) is an app that was created by a newly diagnosed 13-year-old, Drew M, to help people better manage their condition. Determination coupled with being well-versed in coding led Drew to create this app almost immediately after diagnosis. I thought it would be nice to hear

Cera Care – Powerful Blood Sugar Support Cera Care contains a concentrated formula of powerful natural antioxidants scientifically designed to support blood sugar levels in the body.     “This breakthrough formula helps naturally awaken the feedback loop responsible for the blood sugar and healing and regenerative potential that’s lying dormant within you.” Buy Today

Ceracare – Powerful Blood Sugar Support Ceracare contains a concentrated formula of powerful natural antioxidants scientifically designed to support blood sugar levels in the body.     “This breakthrough formula helps naturally awaken the feedback loop responsible for the blood sugar and healing and regenerative potential that’s lying dormant within you.” Buy Today From Only

This content originally appeared on ForGoodMeasure. Republished with permission. Apparently everyone wants to take credit for this amazing creation. The French are sourced, as are the Swiss & Belgians. Whomever, we would like to say, Thank You. Named for the Latin word “tuber”, meaning lump, the confection was said to resemble the edible Tuber Melanosporum

Celiac disease is an autoimmune condition that affects nearly 8% of all people living with diabetes and only 1% of the general population. Celiac presents as an immune response to eating gluten, which is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye products, which can cause inflammation of the gut. Type 1 diabetes and celiac

This content originally appeared on Beyond Type 1. Republished with permission. By Zoe Cook Here’s the quick version for all of those who don’t have time to read my full experience below — I trialed the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine and *spoiler alert* had a great experience. If you had asked me ten months ago where I thought

Tyra K, a 22-year-old graduate from the University of Huddersfield, surpassed thousands of entries and became a finalist in the 2020 Global Grad Show. Tyra, a  product design graduate, created a discreet earring that can monitor blood glucose levels in real-time.   I found her story to be quite fascinating along with her reason for creating

This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Eliza Skoler and Albert Cai The Hello Dexcom 10-day sample kit includes a Dexcom G6 continuous glucose monitor, instructions for set up, and guidance for getting the most out of your glucose data. Ask your healthcare team to order the device for you in the

This content originally appeared on Sugar-Free Mom. Republished with permission. Lately, I’ve been all about creating keto copycat recipes from Starbuck’s. I’ve created a Keto Peppermint Mocha Frappuccino and a Keto Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino and now this tasty keto gingerbread loaf, which is basically an amazing spice cake with an incredible cream cheese frosting. I also have a

Whether you’ve been newly diagnosed or have been living with type 2 diabetes for a long time, you may know that it is often a progressive disease. The longer someone lives with type 2, the more likely they are to need insulin therapy to manage their blood sugars. Often, but not always, people with type

If you’re a coffee drinker and live with diabetes, you may be familiar with the difficulty that drinking a regular morning cup of joe can be. Coffee is one of the most popular drinks on the planet, with the average U.S. adult drinking two 8 oz cups of coffee per day. Whether you spike or

Image source: iStock Photo By diaTribe December 29th, 2020 This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Eliza Skoler If you’ve got unused diabetes supplies that you no longer need, don’t throw them away! Here are several easy ways that you can donate your supplies to others. If you’ve recently switched to a new

Last month, we chatted with Jake Leach, Dexcom’s chief technology officer (CTO) to get the latest scoop on the release timeline and new features of the Dexcom G7 continuous glucose monitor (CGM), a highly-anticipated diabetes technology that will be released in 2021. Many follow-up questions from our readers prompted us to follow-up further. Without further

This content originally appeared here. Republished with permission. If you’re wondering what to do with leftover chicken, look no further than this recipe! This Pepperoni Pizza Chicken is made in one skillet in under 15 minutes with just four ingredients. What could be better? Or easier? Best of all, though, is that my kids absolutely love

While responsible and moderate drinking isn’t detrimental for people with diabetes, we’d understand if you want to cut back on it or take it away from your diet. Fortunately, being sober doesn’t mean being boring. There are plenty of non-alcoholic “adult” drinks that won’t disappoint your palate and your pancreas. Here are some of them.

People say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Then again, you probably get confused because you hear about people who don’t eat breakfast and do intermittent fasting… and they seem like they’re doing perfectly fine. So, who do you believe? What do you do? What’s the best thing for you? And

This content originally appeared on Beyond Type 1. Republished with permission. By Esi Akyere Mali Snodgrass When I was in the 4th grade and attended Roosevelt Elementary School in Iowa City, Iowa we had a school-wide science project called ‘Operation Egg Drop’. The challenge was to have each class pull together their best ‘engineers’ to

It was early August and we were making the final preparations to send our son with type 1 diabetes (T1D) off to college for the first time. Like so many parents, the newly purchased necessities like cozy bedding and fresh pillows were ready to be loaded for the car ride. Unlike most parents, the stockpiles