As a dietitian with type 1 diabetes and busy mom of 2, I am always on the hunt for the best diabetes-friendly protein bars. When I saw TruBar protein bars at Costco earlier this year, I knew I had to try them. From the eye catching packaging to the various out-of-the-box flavors, TruBar impressed me […]
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Do you or your teen (or tween) with Diabetes have an addiction to Starbucks? If so, you are not alone! One of my favorite morning rituals is treating myself to a delicious Starbucks drink. Luckily, there are many low-carb Starbucks drink options available. Unfortunately, Starbucks has discontinued many of its sugar-free syrups and sauces in
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During the pandemic, my brother-in-law gifted me some of his sourdough starter (thank you Dustin!) and I managed to keep it alive and well for several months. My husband and I created some delicious sourdough concoctions. I noticed the sourdough bread I was eating didn’t seem to have as much of an impact as typical
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Does the thought of reading food labels and counting carbohydrates sound overwhelming and complicated? It can feel like a lot to learn but it truly is very simple. In this article, we will discuss the basics of why carb counting with diabetes is important, how to get started, and some more advanced tips such as
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Low blood sugar seems to strike at the worst possible moments! We’ve all been there. And as moms, we face even more unique challenges in regard to managing our blood sugar such as unpredictable schedules, prioritizing our kids’ needs over our own, and lack of time for self-care. This is where the Importance of quick,
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Do you dislike eggs or are you just sick of eating them all the time? Maybe you have an egg allergy in your family, or you are trying to consume more plant-based meals? You are not alone if it seems like ALL of the low-carb breakfast choices you can think of or see online contain
Between school drop offs, endless loads of laundry, constant meetings, and the demands of tiny (or not so tiny) humans, sometimes that morning coffee is the only thing holding us together. But when you’re juggling diabetes on top of everything else, that cup of coffee might be wreaking havoc on your blood sugar, causing you
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Do you ever wonder if there are items that you could be using to help make life with diabetes a little bit easier and more enjoyable? When I was first diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes and started using an insulin pump at 10 years old, I was always struggling with where to put my pump.
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Football season is here, and that means friends, fun, and of course…FOOD! But if you’re watching your blood sugar, traditional game day snacks can often feel like a penalty flag on your health goals. However, this Buffalo Chickpea Dip is here to save the day! Packed with fiber and protein, this dip is a touchdown
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If you’re taking Semaglutide to help with blood sugar control and/or weight management (whether you have type 1, type 2 diabetes, or prediabetes), you’ve come to the right place. This blog post will guide you on how to optimize your diet and learn what to eat on Semaglutide to maximize the effectiveness of this medication.
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