Diabetes

Photo credit: Legendary Foods Facebook page By Allison Caggia May 20th, 2020 It is often very hard to find healthy food that also meets my expectations taste-wise. Many of the products offered boast great flavor but wind up falling short. Add in finding foods that don’t mess with your blood sugars and it isn’t an

This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Karena Yan SNAP and WIC help connect millions of individuals and families to affordable, nutritious foods. Here are how these programs are evolving Healthy food and nutrition are important not only for managing diabetes but also for the proper function of your immune system. The

For everyone, and especially for people with diabetes, consistently making healthy food choices is vital to feeling good and staying healthy. This can be especially difficult when spending many hours or days out in nature. Unfortunately, many temperature-stable foods that are marketed for campers, hikers, and alike are often full of preservatives, artificial ingredients and

I recently saw someone on social media refer to this as a “great pause’ and while I think it is wonderful that many people are viewing this time as an opportunity to spend more time with their family and to appreciate the simpler things that life has to offer, there are many people going through

This content originally appeared on ForGoodMeasure. Republished with permission. Chestnut flour is a hallmark of Tuscany’s culinary heritage. The nutrient-rich chestnut wrapped in it’s spiky jacket has been a dietary staple since medieval times. Naturally sweet, the flour lends itself as an excellent base for pancakes. Called Necci in Italian, chestnut flour crepes pair excellently

The COVID-19 outbreak presents unique challenges for those of us living with diabetes.  Charlie Kimball, a professional IndyCar driver and father of two and lives with type 1 diabetes. His sport (and job!) is now on hold, and he is home trying to manage his diabetes, eat healthily and stay fit, all the while adjusting

This content originally appeared on Beyond Type 1. Republished with permission. By Erin McShay Sometimes in life, it takes something bad to happen for us to pause and appreciate how good things once were. I used to think of our lives as before and after our Sam was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Fast forward

You’ve probably heard of the five love languages before. They are based on Dr. Gary Chapman’s 1992 seminal book, “The Five Love Languages: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate.” The book outlines five of the best ways people can effectively communicate and bond with their mates for better relationships. Chapman argues that all

This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Frida Velcani Dr. Diana Isaacs on improving time in range, making the most of your data, and the barriers facing people with diabetes and their healthcare teams Dr. Diana Isaacs is a Clinical Pharmacist and Diabetes Care and Education Specialist at the Cleveland Clinic. She works

In people with type 1 diabetes (T1D), the immune system destroys the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas, leading to high blood glucose levels, which are deadly if left untreated. All people with type 1 diabetes rely on insulin injections or infusions to regulate their blood glucose levels. Individual insulin requirements are affected by many factors

As the country slowly resumes activities and finds its “new normal,” this could look different for everyone. We spoke to one mom who parents a child with type 1 diabetes about what the transition may look like for their family.  Hi Teresa, thank you so much for taking the time to talk to me. The

This content originally appeared on Sugar-Free Mom. Republished with permission. If you’re a lover of tasty keto chicken recipes, you are going to enjoy this quick and easy chicken casserole recipe. The whole family will love this creamy chicken, even the picky ones! Creamy chicken and mushrooms go so well together. Add some fresh herbs and

As most Americans approach their second full month of quarantine (with widespread shelter-in-place orders in all but a handful of states), with playgrounds, pools, recreational centers and gyms closed, many may be wondering how they can avoid the dreaded, “quarantine 15” that people have been joking about on the internet lately. If you’ve been consumed

This content originally appeared on Beyond Type 1. Republished with permission. By Jordan Dakin Common Knowledge Becoming sick when you have type 1 diabetes can easily complicate things. When you have the flu or a serious bacterial infection, your blood sugar levels can quickly become harder to manage, as they typically trend higher because of

Dr. Maria Muccioli holds degrees in Biochemistry and Molecular and Cell Biology and has over ten years of research experience in the immunology field. She is currently a professor of biology at Stratford University and a science writer at Diabetes Daily. Dr. Maria has been living well with type 1 diabetes since 2008 and is

This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Cheryl Alkon For some, school cancelations and working from home have added stress that can make diabetes management even more difficult. Here are the perspectives and strategies of several parents who are navigating this environment With COVID-19 spreading through the United States, every state in the country

This content originally appeared on Beyond Type 1. Republished with permission. By Beyond Type 1 Editorial Team Feeling helpless in the midst of COVID-19? You’re not alone. There’s a lot we still don’t know about the virus and the situation is changing by the hour. One important thing to think about is separating what you

April is Oral Cancer Awareness month and here at Diabetes Daily, we would like to shed light on this disease that affects 132 new people a day and kills one person every hour of every day. Historically, oral cancers have been known to be caused by drinking and smoking and in people over 50, however,

The COVID-19 pandemic has left us all in fear, especially for those who are elderly or have pre-existing conditions. Knowing that we fit this demographic adds an extra layer to this difficult time. Many people are very nervous that either they or their loved ones will contract this deadly virus. We talked to one woman

Image source: Mila Buckley By diaTribe April 28th, 2020 This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Mila Buckley Mila writes about the shame that people with diabetes can experience when people question or misunderstand their food choices Most of us with diabetes have heard four words that automatically make us cringe: Can you eat

We spoke to a physician in Italy about his perspectives on the COVID-19 crisis in his home country.  Hi Dr. Meani, thank you so much for taking the time to talk to me. The COVID-19 pandemic has left us all in fear, especially for those who are elderly or have pre-existing conditions. Knowing that we

Tracey D. Brown is the Chief Executive Office (CEO) of the American Diabetes Association (ADA), a powerhouse organization in diabetes advocacy and research into prevention and treatment. She also lives with type 2 diabetes. Today, on her birthday, we reflect on her hard work, leadership and accomplishments in striving to improve the lives of people

We spoke to someone with type 1 diabetes who recovered from COVID-19 and is now helping by donating her plasma. Hi Ashlee, thank you so much for taking the time to talk to me. The COVID-19 pandemic has left us all in fear, especially for those who are elderly or have pre-existing conditions. Knowing that

This content originally appeared on Caroline’s Keto Kitchen. Republished with permission. Keto Candy Girl just started selling their Lemon Mix again, and I was pumped to see this because it’s my favorite mix of theirs! Thankfully shortly after they stopped selling it, Lolli’s came out with Lemon Drop Cookie Clusters, and these totally satisfied my lemon craving. Then

Some clever technologists have discovered how to restart a Dexcom sensor to extend its life beyond ten days. The process works by exploiting a bug in the sensor pairing process. Katie DiSimone walked us through the process. Katie is involved in the community of people who are building homemade automated insulin delivery systems using current

Diabetes can wreak havoc not only on one’s physical health, but on one’s mental and emotional health as well, and oftentimes the toll that diabetes takes will affect the entire family. If you’ve faced or are currently facing a divorce and live with diabetes, you know all too well that it adds a complicated layer