Dexcom G7 or FreeStyle Libre 3? We Tried Them Both!
For the past ten days, I was lucky enough to try the Dexcom G7, the long-awaited, hotly-anticipated, brand new continuous glucose monitor (CGM) from Dexcom. The business’ earlier model, the G6, was the “killer app” of CGMs, a device so user-friendly that it even convinced many people without diabetes that they needed the tech, with […]
Diabetes Jewelry Can Save Your Life
This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Alexandra Frost Diabetes jewelry is more than just a fashion statement – it’s a lifesaving accessory. The least attractive bracelet you might be thinking about buying on your next shopping spree is one that announces to the world that you have diabetes. According to some […]
Move Over Ozempic, Here Comes Mounjaro
Ozempic’s rise to mainstream fame may be unprecedented for a diabetes drug — the medication provokes such powerful weight loss that it has caused a frenzy both inside and outside of the diabetes community, leading to widespread shortages. But Ozempic may soon be surpassed by a different drug that sparks even greater weight loss: Mounjaro. […]
Pizza Chicken Skillet (Keto, Low Carb)
This content originally appeared here. Republished with permission. Pepperoni Pizza Chicken Skillet, your new favorite easy keto dinner recipe, featuring leftover chicken! Made with four ingredients in 15 minutes flat, this is a fabulous weeknight keto, low-carb, and gluten-free dinner! Why We Love It If you’re wondering what to do with leftover chicken, look no […]
Study Confirms the Many Health Risks of Added Sugars
This content originally appeared on Everyday Health. Republished with permission. By Lisa Rapaport An extensive new research review offers a snapshot of just how bad added sugars can be for our health, outlining more than four dozen health problems associated with high consumption of added sugar in our foods and drinks. The research review, published April 5 in The […]
Medicare Massively Expands CGM Coverage for People with Type 2 Diabetes
If you’re on Medicare and you use basal insulin to manage your diabetes, you’re now eligible for a continuous glucose monitor (CGM). The change took place on April 16, 2023, and the result is significantly expanded access to CGMs for people with type 2 diabetes. Previously, coverage was mostly limited to people with type 2 […]
Surviving Cocktail Culture With Diabetes
This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Alexandra Frost For those with diabetes, it can be hard to deal with pressure from friends to drink and to keep track of their blood sugar levels, but there are ways to indulge in a cocktail without harming your health. Margaritas the size of fish bowls at […]
Eggciting Recipes for Your Next Breakfast or Brunch
Eggs are the preferred to-go for breakfast and brunch. They are not just healthy; they are also versatile, as proven by the recipes we have put together for you. Try them out and turn your average dish into a tasty crowd-pleaser. Laura Miner Prosciutto Egg Cups On lazy mornings, you only need three main ingredients […]
How Coffee (Mostly) Improves Type 2 Diabetes Risk Factors
You might not think of your morning cup of joe as a health drink, but it’s likely that coffee — and the caffeine inside it — is helping your metabolism. Studies have repeatedly found that coffee drinkers have lower type 2 diabetes risks, and that the beverage is associated with related health benefits like weight […]
Baby Kale Avocado Salad with Parmesan
This content originally appeared on Low Carb Yum. Republished with permission. Want to make a yummy, healthy salad in a flash? This recipe for Baby Kale Avocado Salad with Parmesan takes only minutes to prepare! Crazy for Kale? The popularity of kale really blew up. Who would have ever thought it’d be a staple ingredient […]