Keto Maple Pumpkin Scones
This content originally appeared on Sugar-Free Mom. Republished with permission. These scones are just the right balance of pumpkin flavor. Not heavily pumpkin flavored, and with a warm hint of maple flavor, making these a decadent and satisfying breakfast for the family. Making scones keto-fied can be somewhat of a challenge. Without the use of […]
Medicare Benefits for People With Type 1 + Type 2 Diabetes
This content originally appeared on Beyond Type 1. Republished with permission. By Philo Uwamaria Medicare enrollment for 2023 is around the corner—October 15 to December 7, 2022. Whether you’re a person with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, enrolling in Medicare is an opportunity to cover critical medications, supplies, technology, appointments and ongoing healthcare. Seniors aged 65 or […]
Study: Loneliness is a Major Type 2 Diabetes Risk Factor
A new study has suggested that loneliness may be a significant risk factor for the development of type 2 diabetes. The work, published last week in the journal Diabetologia, examined a large public health data set detailing the physical and mental health of about 24,000 Norwegian adults. Study participants completed a questionnaire in the mid-90’s, […]
Diabetes-Friendly Dunkin’ Donuts Drinks and Snacks
With 12,600 Dunkin’ Donuts worldwide, most of us stumble across one pretty frequently. It’s a convenient stop for a morning jolt or a quick bite on the run, but the place is not exactly known for diabetes-friendly options. You might suppose that they only have fattening and sugar-laden foods, but surprise! Dunkin’ Donuts actually has […]
How Yoga Can Help You Manage Your Diabetes
This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Tom Lang Yoga is an activity that can invigorate your body and improve your overall health. Yoga helps your posture and is a form of meditation that reduces stress and anxiety, which can help you manage your glucose levels and reduce diabetes-related stress. If you […]
New Report: Type 1 Diabetes is More Difficult and Dangerous for Girls
A major new analysis has found that girls with type 1 diabetes have it much tougher than boys. The work, which reviewed many previous studies with data from tens of thousands of patients, showed that young girls with the condition tend to have poorer metabolic control and experience more diabetic complications. The differences are stunningly […]
Low-Carb Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars
This content originally appeared on Sugar-Free Mom. Republished with permission. It may seem like a bit of work, but it’s a pretty simple recipe with 3 easy layers of deliciousness! The first layer is like a shortbread crust made without almond or other nuts for those who have tree nut allergies like my youngest son. […]
Live With Diabetes? You May Be Eligible for a Free Lifetime National Park Access Pass
This content originally appeared on Beyond Type 1. Republished with permission. By Julia Flaherty It’s unusual to hear of any freebies related to having diabetes, but the United States National Park Service (NPS) offers an exception! U.S. citizens or permanent U.S. residents with a permanent disability—which does not have to be a 100% disability—may be […]
5 Diabetes-Friendly Pumpkin Spice Products to Try This Fall
There is a chill in the air … it’s getting darker out earlier … you know what this means! It is time for all things pumpkin spice! Thankfully, many great companies are out there offering us delicious and healthy options that can put us in the festive fall mood. Pumpkin spice is a seasonal blend […]
How Accurate are Blood Sugar Meters and Continuous Glucose Monitors, Really?
It’s impossible to manage your blood sugar well if you don’t know what your blood sugar level is. People with diabetes – both type 1 and type 2 – rely utterly on our measurement devices to make important treatment decisions and to refine our food and exercise decisions. Blood sugar meters (“fingersticks”) and continuous glucose […]