Levemir, a Long-Acting Insulin, Will Be Discontinued
Last week, Novo Nordisk announced that it plans to discontinue sales of Levemir in the United States. People with diabetes who use Levemir should plan now on transitioning to an alternative. Levemir comes in two forms, a vial and a “FlexPen.” FlexPen users will have to switch first: the manufacturer states that supply disruptions will […]
The World’s Most Exciting Type 1 Diabetes Experiment Is Recruiting Right Now
The world’s most exciting type 1 diabetes experiment is looking for volunteers right now. A lucky few will be selected to receive transplants of an experimental therapy named VX-264 — a potential landmark on the road to a cure for type 1 diabetes. What Is Vertex Pharmaceuticals? Vertex Pharmaceuticals is the biotech startup that is […]
Low-Carb Chocolate Peanut Butter Shortbread
This content originally appeared on ForGoodMeasure. Republished with permission. Part candy, part cookie. Perfect for afternoon snacking or dessert. Once considered a luxury, shortbread was reserved for special occasions including Christmas and New Year’s. This updated recipe owes nothing to its Scottish roots, except for butter, and perhaps the penchant for celebration. Almond & coconut […]
For People With Type 2 Diabetes, Intermittent Fasting Beats Dieting for Weight Loss
This content originally appeared on Everyday Health. Republished with permission. By Becky Upham People with type 2 diabetes (T2D) lost more weight by eating whatever they wanted, but only during an eight-hour window, than people who were instructed to cut their calories by 25 percent, according to a new study published today in JAMA Network Open. Both groups had similar […]
Tirzepatide, the Active Ingredient in Diabetes Blockbuster Mounjaro, Has Been Approved for Weight Loss
The United States Food and Drug Administration has formally approved tirzepatide for use as a weight loss medication. Tirzepatide is the active ingredient in Mounjaro, the blockbuster type 2 diabetes drug. Eli Lilly, tirzepatide’s manufacturer, announced that the drug would have a new name when sold for obesity: Zepbound. What does it mean for people […]
Diabetes Awareness Month Events
Looking for ways to engage, learn more, tweak your management, or meet others living with diabetes? We asked the community for the best events and went to the organizations to share with us what they are doing this month. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, but you know what? If you’re reading this, you’re probably already very aware […]
How To Get a Free Lifetime National Parks Pass
This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By April Hopcroft People with diabetes who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents can apply for an America the Beautiful Pass, which offers access to over 2,000 parks, monuments, and landmarks. Plus, national parks’ lover Alex Day, who has lived with type 1 diabetes for 20 years, […]
Fatty Liver Disease, A Diabetes Complication, Deserves More Attention
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a “silent” disease, with few or zero obvious symptoms. If you have diabetes, you very well may have this under-the-radar condition without even knowing it: Experts estimate that as many 60-70 percent of patients with type 2 diabetes have it. If you also have obesity, a sedentary lifestyle, or […]
Sleep Apnea and Diabetes Management
Approximately 6 million Americans have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, but that number only scratches the surface: The condition is thought to affect 39 million in total. Why should those of us with diabetes be concerned about that? Well, it turns out that sleep quality is deeply connected to how we manage diabetes and insulin. […]
You’re Losing Weight with Ozempic, Mounjaro, or Trulicity. Do You Still Need to Exercise?
New type 2 diabetes medications are so extraordinarily effective at creating weight loss that they have patients wondering: “Do I still need to exercise?” The new drugs, which belong to the larger family of GLP-1 and GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonists, offer remarkable glucose control and weight loss for people with type 2 diabetes. Dulaglutide (Trulicity) helps […]