Everyday with type 1 diabetes is a science experiment. Sometimes what we do one day doesn’t work the next. Learning how to test basal rates whether you’re on MDI or an insulin pump is one of those science experiments you’ll […]
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This healthy, gluten free, dairy free, refined sugar free, and paleo cinnamon swirl zucchini bread is the perfect way to use up all that summer zucchini from your garden, but with a fall twist because the end of summer is […]
Whether you’re into high carb snacks on the reg – or not because you choose to eat keto – we all need SOME high carb snacks in our arsenal for lows. These are my favorite HEALTHY high carb snacks to […]
Whether you’re eating keto or just want some low carb snacks because your blood sugar is high af, this list is excellent to have on hand! I have a list for on-the-go snacks and at-home snacks, because snacks like egg […]
Self love with type 1 diabetes is so important to your mental wellbeing. I’m going to share with you three tips that helped me shift my perspective from hating my body to loving my body. Self Love with Type […]
The title of this post says diabetes gear, but really this includes gear PLUS diabetes tech, movies, and more! Since that would have made a reeeeally long title I kept it short for everyones sake. Enough chitter chatter! Let’s dive […]
Typically when complications or deficiencies arise in people with diabetes it’s because of high blood sugar. High blood sugar can cause a cascade of problems, but what about those who are well controlled? Most issues seem to resolve once blood […]
How to Get Over A Fear of Lows We all worry about lows. But do you worry TOO much? A fear of lows can be more damaging to your overall health than the low itself. A fear of lows might […]
How Diabetes Causes Hair Loss & Disrupts Hair Growth High blood sugar is the reason diabetes causes hair loss. So really, diabetes doesn’t cause it, high blood sugars does. High blood sugar (anything above 140mg/dL or 7.8mmol/l) causes inflammation in […]
I want to preface this post by saying that just because I or someone else choses not to follow a particular diabetic rule doesn’t mean you need to too. You know YOUR diabetes and your body better than anyone. And […]
Something about March has me itching for greens. This raw low carb green smoothie has the perfect amount of bitter greens with just a touch of sweetness. Make sure to dice your celery before tossing in, other wise you’re going […]