One day your blood sugars are smooth sailing, the next…it feels like a hurricane has hit. Sound familiar? If you are a woman with type 1 diabetes, you understand this unpredictable nature of blood sugars all too well. Managing type 1 diabetes is already complex, but adding in the hormonal fluctuations that come along with […]
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Staying hydrated and avoiding beverage boredom while managing diabetes can be a challenge. Many people get sick of drinking plain old water but don’t know what other options to turn to. They may wonder how much water they really need and if sugar free drinks count towards their daily water intake. This blog post is
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This article is sponsored by Blue Circle Health, a virtual care program providing no-cost comprehensive support for individuals living with type 1 diabetes. It’s no secret that being a mom is a demanding job, filled with joy and challenges. Now, imagine navigating motherhood while managing type 1 diabetes. For mothers living with type 1 diabetes,
Ozempic (Semaglutide), a GLP-1 receptor agonist, has revolutionized type 2 diabetes management over the past 20+ years with its impressive success in regard to weight loss and blood sugar lowering. But what about those of us living with type 1 diabetes (T1D)? For people living with T1D, the daily challenges of managing blood sugar levels
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Have you ever wondered what the best protein powders for diabetes are? Or maybe you are feeling confused about how much protein you should aim to eat in a day due to all of the conflicting information online? Whether you have diabetes or not, protein is an essential macronutrient that helps control satiety, muscle health,
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When I was 9 years old, I had a double ear infection and strep throat, followed by some strange symptoms, including wetting the bed, feeling thirsty all the time, and losing weight to the point where I told my mom I needed a new belt. Once my mom put two and two together, she realized
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First off, I must say that doing my research for this blog post has been the most enjoyable experience of all of the blog posts I have written to date, my husband even voluntarily offered to help out! Sugar free chocolate is experiencing a huge surge in popularity lately due to people increasingly being interested
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A variety of different types of plant-based milks have been gaining popularity as a dairy alternative in recent years. Chances are, you have walked through the milk aisle at the grocery store and seen many options you have never known existed before. One of the most popular plant-based milks is almond milk. You can purchase
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You have probably heard that fiber is essential for MANY reasons, but it’s especially crucial when you have diabetes or prediabetes. Fiber helps slow how quickly carbohydrates get into your bloodstream, preventing those rapid spikes in blood sugar that leave you feeling sluggish and impact long-term health. Beyond blood sugar, fiber is also a key
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Many people think of chickpeas as a healthy, high-fiber side dish, but have you ever considered making them into a main course? How about using them in a dessert dish like a Blondie or Cookie Dough Dip? After getting quite a few recent requests for healthy chickpea recipes, I decided to share some of my
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