What if you could combine your morning caffeine kick with a protein boost that would also keep your blood sugar steady throughout the morning? Protein coffee is one of my favorite solutions, and it might be the perfect blend to jumpstart your day as well! Some of the links below contain affiliate links. This means […]
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There is a specific kind of frustration that only a person with T1D can truly understand. It’s that moment when you wake up, check your CGM, and see a beautiful, steady line – perhaps a perfect 100 mg/dL. You feel successful, rested, and ready to take on the day. But the moment you actually swing
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I absolutely love s’mores! There is something so decadent about the gooey marshmallow and the melty chocolate paired with the slight crunch from a graham cracker. Over the years, I’ve loved experimenting with different variations – if you haven’t tried a s’more with a Reese’s cup yet, you are missing out! However, as anyone living
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Can a smoothie really taste delicious without adding sugar? Absolutely! Although typical smoothies are often made with fruit and juice, which makes them high in sugar and carbs, with the right tweaks, you can make delicious, low-sugar smoothies at home in minutes. Low sugar smoothies have become a staple in my household. They are great
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Many of us with T1D have been loyal to one particular continuous glucose monitor (CGM) brand, often choosing based on accuracy, comfort, or simply what our diabetes care team recommended first. For me, that has always been Dexcom, most recently the Dexcom G6. However, when I made the exciting decision to try the Twiist insulin
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If you are reading this, then you know that motherhood is a remarkable journey filled with joy, challenges, and countless responsibilities. For moms living with diabetes, this journey comes with an added layer of complexity. The constant worry about blood sugar levels, meal planning, and insulin management can feel overwhelming, especially when juggling the demands
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The holidays are fast approaching, and if you’re trying to shop for a loved one with diabetes or building your own wish list, the search for the perfect gift can feel overwhelming. Nobody wants the same old boring stuff! I’m here to tell you to skip the typical, old-school sugar-free candy aisle. Instead, I’ve put
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If you live with diabetes, you are probably constantly searching for that next simple, effective tool that can help flatten the glucose curve and bring a little more predictability to your daily numbers. Many of my clients tend to rely on the same healthy staples. While those foods are wonderful, relying on the same foods
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Whether you are pregnant, participating in dry January, or just trying to reduce your overall alcohol intake, you may be considering swapping out your cocktails for mocktails. Many traditional mocktails are loaded with sugar, which we know does not work well for those of us with diabetes or gestational diabetes, so let’s take a look
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It’s been a little over a month since I started using Tidepool DIY Loop, and I just had to share how much I’m loving it. You probably know I’m a big fan of making life with diabetes as easy as possible, and this system has been a total game-changer for me. I’m so proud of
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