Could a New Pill Simulate the Effects of Exercise in People with Diabetes?
Staying physically active is essential for good health, especially for those with diabetes. Exercise increases insulin sensitivity and can improve heart health. However, those with diabetes must carefully monitor their body’s response to exercise and how it affects their blood sugar. Sometimes maintaining regular physical activity can be difficult – even more so if there […]
Summer is Coming Up: 5 Outdoor Activities Every T1D Person Can Participate In
The weather is warming up and sunny days are becoming more plentiful. Summer is a great time to get outside and enjoy nature and breathe in the fresh air. Living with type 1 diabetes doesn’t have to hold you back from making the most of summer activities and staying active. As long as you know […]
Living with Diabetes: Healthy Eating and Exercise
One of the biggest challenges many people face in living with diabetes is diet. You must always be vigilant about what you eat, when you eat, and how it will affect your blood-glucose level. Understanding carb counting and ensuring you balance your meals with protein and healthy fat as well is essential. The more familiar […]
Exercising with Type 1 Diabetes can be challenging but not Impossible!
4 tips you didn’t know! Exercising with type 1 diabetes (T1D) can be challenging, but not impossible. With T1D, you have to consider low and high blood sugars in the middle of a walk, yoga, spinning class, tai chi, or even strength-training. As I interviewed different people with T1D and asked them how they balance […]
Fun Super Bowl Recipes for those with Type 1 Diabetes
With the Super bowl just around the corner, it can be challenging finding healthier versions of your favorite snack for someone with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). We have taken the guesswork out and found some amazing blood sugar-friendly tailgating recipes from T1 Everyday Magic. How can you go wrong serving a delicious, protein-rich bowl of […]
Winter Comfort Food Recipes for Those with Type 1 Diabetes
Now that the holidays are over and we’re deep into winter, you’re probably finding yourself craving warm, rich, delicious comfort food. Hearty soups, chili with cornbread, macaroni and cheese, chicken pot pie, pasta, baked potatoes – we all have our favorite foods and meals for when it’s chilly outside. However, for those of us with […]
Holiday Travel Tips for Those With T1D
The holiday season is in full swing, and many of us will be traveling this month to visit friends, family and loved ones. For those with type 1 diabetes (T1D), though, holiday travels may require a bit more planning. Below we’ve outlined a few things to keep in mind when planning a trip if you […]
A Diabetes-Friendly Thanksgiving
Food-heavy holidays, such as Thanksgiving, can be particularly hard for those with type 1 diabetes. Between carb-heavy foods, meals served at odd times to accommodate everyone’s schedules and perhaps even multiple meals with different sides of the family or groups of friends, keeping your blood sugar in check on Thanksgiving day is no easy task. […]
Diabetic-Friendly Fall and Halloween Treats
The air is cool and crisp, the leaves are beginning to turn and we’re already halfway into October – fall is in full force! With fall comes many great seasonal foods and treats – pumpkin pies, apple cider and halloween candy, to name a few. However, we know that with so many delicious treats available, […]
Type 1 Diabetes and Diabetic Alert Dogs
Dogs are often called a man’s best friend – but for some, this common phrase has a much deeper meaning. Groups like Canine Hope for Diabetics and Diabetic Alert Dogs of America help type 1 diabetics safely gain independence through training and providing working service dogs. These Diabetic Alert Dogs are trained to pick up […]