Diabetes

Splenda brand has launched Splenda Diabetes Care Shakes, the first-ever no added sugar shake specifically made to help manage blood sugar and support the needs of people living with diabetes. These shakes are a delicious option for people looking for a healthy snack and/or meal replacement that is good for both their body and blood

This content originally appeared here. Republished with permission. If you’re following a keto or low-carb way of eating, you don’t have to miss out on your favorite sweet treats and desserts. And that includes whipped cream! With a very simple swap, every generous serving of 1/4 cup of keto whipped cream has only 1 net

This content originally appeared on Beyond Type 1. Republished with permission. By Beyond Type 1 Editorial Team Election Day in the United States is November 3, 2020. How can we ensure that future laws and protections will help, not harm, the over 34 million families in the United States impacted by diabetes? By learning about

By Dr. Albert Chun, MD MBA, Managing Physician at Modern Vascular Not long ago, a man, only 49 years old, was referred to us; he had already lost toes to amputation and just a week earlier, he was told he was also facing the amputation of his lower leg. He kept his leg, and today

Image source: iStock Photo By diaTribe September 15th, 2020 By Rosalind Lucier and Alia Rizvon Survey data shows the devastating economic and health effects of COVID-19 on the diabetes community. The COVID-19 pandemic has affected all of us in different ways – some people have lost their jobs, others have had to navigate being sick or caring

Dr. Maria Muccioli, Ph.D., holds degrees in Biochemistry and Molecular and Cell Biology, with over a decade of research experience. She is a biology professor at Stratford University and a science writer at Diabetes Daily and has been living well with type 1 diabetes since 2008. In this recurring article series, Dr. Maria presents some

Many people who live with diabetes avidly avoid eating carbohydrates, as historically speaking, it has been notoriously difficult to cover carbohydrates appropriately with exogenous insulins. But with access to better, faster insulins and the uptick in the use of patient-friendly technology, things are changing, and people’s diets (and their feelings of freedom) have expanded more

This content originally appeared on ForGoodMeasure. Republished with permission. The obvious low-carb bun option is a crispy bed of iceberg lettuce. I’ll admit it has merit —  refreshing, crunchy & guilt-free. But sometimes you want something more — more substantial, more bread-like. Nutrient-rich, high-fiber ground flaxseed ensures this recipe’s low-carb footprint, while apple cider vinegar

This content originally appeared on Beyond Type 1. Republished with permission. By Todd Boudreaux Ashlyn Mills is a physical therapy assistant in an outpatient setting in Florida, working with people with orthopedic and neurological disabilities. She was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when she was 19 years old. Ashlyn recently started using DreaMed’s telehealth platform

Walmart, America’s most popular retail chain, has been increasing its options of healthy foods, with plenty of plant-based, vegan, paleo, gluten-free, and keto-friendly options at affordable prices. They also have a private-label organic line, Great Value Organic, which offers quality tasting organic products that are more affordable than its brand name competitors. Here is a

This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Cindy Takigawa and Frida Velcani What’s an AGP report, and what does it show? Why does my AGP matter? How can I use an AGP report to improve my blood glucose levels and time in range? Having diabetes is a full-time job: you have to

By Heather Nelson Rapid advances in telehealth have provided doctors a level of convenience (1) that lends itself to well-rounded patient care. In this article, we will highlight some benefits of telemedicine relating to diabetes management. Rise of Diabetes Distance Care Telemedicine is the use of technology in delivering medical care to patients from a

Most everyone knows that landing yourself in the hospital with diabetes can mean trouble for your diabetes management. A recent study by the NHS showed that patients with type 1 diabetes are 3.5 times more likely to die from COVID-19, and people with type 2 diabetes are twice as likely to die from COVID-19 in

This content originally appeared on Low Carb Yum. Republished with permission. If you’re familiar with traditional granola, you know that rolled oats are the main ingredient. It also includes a sweetener, like honey or brown sugar. Unfortunately, these ingredients aren’t very keto-friendly. So to make this low-carb granola, we use nuts, seeds, and a delicious

This content originally appeared on Beyond Type 1. Republished with permission. By Eugenia Araiza/Mariana Gomez COVID-19 has brought many challenges and struggles to our daily lives. From the beginning we have adopted new habits in order to adapt to this new normal and this new dynamic and way of life certainly includes our environment and

This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Lorena Bergstrom A new awareness campaign helps people with diabetes recognize and plan for low blood sugar with emergency toolkits, discussion prompts, journaling, and a support network   Low blood sugar can be a scary thing – it often sneaks up when people least expect it,