Living with type 1 diabetes require daily self-management, from taking insulin and managing your blood sugar to eating well and staying active. Understanding what you need to keep your blood sugar levels stable will help you manage your type 1 diabetes better.
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Halloween tips for people with diabetes
Just because Halloween is synonymous with sugary treats doesn’t mean children (and adults) with diabetes can’t celebrate in some ghoulish fun. Here are some tips to help you and your loved ones celebrate Halloween without sending blood sugar levels out of whack.
Do not let diabetes limit your running goals
A person with diabetes can run just as well as someone without diabetes. So, do not let diabetes limit your running goals.
Carbs and healthier carbs for people with diabetes
Picture a food you love. Now imagine being told you should never eat that food again. When a person is diagnosed with diabetes, this is often the message they perceive from those around them – especially when it comes to carbohydrates.
Signs and symptoms of diabetes – beware – there may not be any!!
Every week I diagnose people with diabetes who have likely had it for 5 years or more and yet had no idea what was happening to them!
How to check blood glucose levels
If you have diabetes, check blood glucose at regular intervals. It is one of the best things you can do to manage your diabetes
