Health & Wellness

Mar 13, 2026

What Should I Keep in My Diabetes Kit?

By |2026-03-13T10:24:18-04:00Updated: March 13th, 2026|Diabetes Management, General Information, Health & Wellness|0 Comments

A diabetes kit should include:

  • For testing and monitoring: Test strips, glucometer, lancets and lancing device, and ketone test strips.
  • For insulin delivery: Syringes and/or an insulin pen and extra insulin.
  • For a hypoglycemia emergency: Glucose tablets, gels, or shots.

Managing diabetes feels like a full-time job without the benefits. Even when you’re not feeling well, you […]

Mar 9, 2026

How to Check My A1C at Home

By |2026-03-13T10:19:51-04:00Updated: March 9th, 2026|Health & Wellness, Newsletters|1 Comment

The hemoglobin A1C (glycolated hemoglobin/HbA1C) had been used to track longterm control of blood sugars in people with diagnosed diabetes. To decrease confusion, The American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists and The American College of Endocrinologists shortened the verbiage to just "A1C"

Mar 6, 2026

Can Allergies Affect Blood Sugar?

By |2026-03-13T10:36:05-04:00Updated: March 6th, 2026|Diabetes Management, General Information, Health & Wellness, Newsletters|1 Comment

Welcome to spring time which brings a change in the weather for all of us, but for too many people the suffering of seasonal allergies accompanies the change. "Allergies arise when the immune system overreacts to an otherwise harmless substance known as allergens caused by pollen, weeds, mold, grass, trees, dust mites, cockroaches, pet dander, foods, dyes, wine and cosmetics."

Feb 26, 2026

Binge Eating and Type 2 Diabetes

By |2026-02-26T11:19:44-05:00Updated: February 26th, 2026|Diet & Nutrition, Health & Wellness|0 Comments

There are a few of us who think “healthy eating is no big deal, it’s easy and it just comes naturally.” Many of us think that “eating healthy requires a lot of energy and discipline and it is basically impossible to achieve.” A study by The American Society for Nutrition surveyed 9,700 people and found that […]

Feb 11, 2026

How Do Infusion Sets Work?

By |2026-02-17T09:43:12-05:00Updated: February 11th, 2026|Diabetes Management, General Information|0 Comments

Key Takeaways

  • An infusion set is a thin tube that connects the user’s body to an insulin pump.
  • An insulin pump is a wearable digital device that delivers insulin.
  • The infusion set’s connector attaches to the pump’s insulin reservoir or cartridge.
  • The infusion set’s cannula or needle attaches to the user’s skin.
  • The tubing carries the […]
Feb 6, 2026

Valentine’s Day Recipes With Diabetes

By |2026-02-17T10:00:21-05:00Updated: February 6th, 2026|Diabetes Management, Diet & Nutrition|0 Comments

Key Takeaways

  • Simple diabetic Valentine’s treats include dark chocolate (70% cacao and above), frozen grapes, and baked pears or apples with cinnamon.
  • Some candy brands offer special diabetes-friendly sweets. If they’re not available locally, buy them online.
  • One of the best diabetic-friendly Valentine’s recipes is our Valentine’s Day Vanilla Custard (recipe below).

Valentine’s Day can be a […]

Feb 5, 2026

What Exactly is Type 3 Diabetes?

By |2026-02-12T09:58:50-05:00Updated: February 5th, 2026|General Information, Health & Wellness, Newsletters|6 Comments

Key Takeaways

  • Alzheimer’s disease is closely linked to diabetes and insulin resistance, which is why it is often referred to as “type 3 diabetes.”
  • Lifestyle choices such as diet, exercise, sleep, and inflammation management play a major role in brain health.
  • Improving insulin sensitivity through blood sugar control and nutrition may help reduce Alzheimer’s risk.

According to […]

Jan 29, 2026

Working Towards Longevity with Diabetes

By |2026-01-29T09:34:44-05:00Updated: January 29th, 2026|Fitness & Diabetes, Health & Wellness|0 Comments

Over 20 billion dollars was invested in longevity research in 2022. Longevity means, “How long you actually live past the average age.” Aging is a universal and natural process that causes cell damage over time. It is associated with increased development of “age-related diseases” but still is not considered a disease.

Luckily, more scientists are becoming involved […]

Dec 17, 2025

How Does Ozempic Help With Diabetes?

By |2025-12-17T10:11:21-05:00Updated: December 17th, 2025|Health & Wellness, Vitamins & Supplements|0 Comments

Key Takeaways

  • Semaglutides like Ozempic and Wegovy, as well as tirzepatides like Mounjaro and Zepbound, have become popular medications for managing both weight and diabetes.
  • Ozempic is a GLP-1 receptor agonist, which means it mimics the function of GLP-1.
  • GLP-1 is a naturally occurring gut hormone that plays an important role in regulating appetite, digestion, and […]
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