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Managing Both Diabetes and Mental Health

Managing Both Diabetes and Mental Health

Diabetes and mental health are closely intertwined, with each influencing the other significantly. Managing diabetes requires ongoing attention to blood sugar levels, diet, and medication, which can lead to stress,...

Diabetes Burnout: What is it? How can I address it?

Diabetes Burnout: What is it? How can I address...

Understanding and addressing diabetes burnout is crucial, because it directly affects your ability to manage the condition effectively. Burnout can lead to poor blood sugar control, increased risk of complications,...

Comparing Some of the Best Blood Glucose Monitor Brand Options

Comparing Some of the Best Blood Glucose Monito...

The choice of blood glucose monitor depends on individual needs and preferences. Each system offers distinct advantages depending on individual needs, whether it's affordability, integration with insulin pumps, or advanced...

What to Do When Your Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) Falls Off

What to Do When Your Continuous Glucose Monitor...

A Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) is a vital tool for managing diabetes, providing real-time glucose readings and trends that help in making informed decisions about insulin and diet. However, CGM...

Differentiating Between the Different Types of Diabetes

Differentiating Between the Different Types of ...

Understanding the different types of diabetes is important for several reasons, including being able to identify it personally, as it helps you recognize symptoms early, allowing for prompt medical intervention...

The Stigma of Type 2 Diabetes: Overcoming the Misconceptions

The Stigma of Type 2 Diabetes: Overcoming the M...

If you or someone you love has type 2 diabetes like myself, you likely understand the impact of the stigma around the condition.  However, many don’t know or realize the...