Common Misconceptions with Type 1 Diabetes: There are several misconceptions or myths when it comes to any auto immune disease, but with Type 1 Diabetes, those misconceptions feel more like jokes to me. Like eating too much sugar causes Type 1, or cinnamon will cure Read more
What are CGMs? CGMs are continuous glucose monitors that give you real time updates of what your blood sugar is. Usually this is transmitted to your phone. The CGM is a wearable sensor that tracks your blood sugar in the interstitial fluid, rather than direct Read more
The Mental Pursuit of JOY, as a Type 1 Diabetic: The mental pursuit of JOY, as a Type 1 Diabetic is no easy task, but it is possible. Have you ever heard of the saying “happiness is temporary, joy is eternal” or something like that? Read more
Ratios within Type 1 Diabetes: For Type 1 diabetics there are two main ratios we need to know and understand, one that does not rely too much on calculations, and a few other factors that can alter or contribute to a change in those factors. Read more
How to teach Your Kids about T1D: When my brother was first diagnosed, my mom took a book to his elementary school class and read it to them. I believe the book she read was called, “Taking Diabetes to School” by Kim Gosselin and Moss Read more
Exercising with Type 1 Diabetes: When it comes to exercising as a type 1 diabetic, there are some things that you need to be aware of to keep your blood sugar regulated. So, tune in for some exercise tips with a type 1 diabetic. I Read more
How to Help a Diabetic Balance T1D and Life: To share how you can help a diabetic balance T1D and life, I need to explain what we deal with first. Having to balance everything that life throws at you plus managing Type 1 Diabetes can Read more
Do I have hope for this so called cure? Recently, I am sure you have all heard about a possible cure. My concerns more rely on what insulin pump I should use. My current stance on the islet cell transplant is that it is not Read more
Tips for Travel as a Type 1 Diabetic, after my trip to the Netherlands. Oh, I know how fun traveling can be, but I also know how stressing it can be as a Type 1 Diabetic. As a non-diabetic, you are able to worry just Read more
How Do Type 1 Diabetics Manage Their Blood Sugar? Managing your blood sugar as a type 1 diabetic makes you make 180 more life-saving decisions per day. So, how do we do it? Read more to find out! What is a Good Range for Blood Read more