In recent years there has been a lot of talk about gut health. It turns out your gut and the trillions of bacteria in it may be influencing your blood sugar. The gut microbiome is made of microorganisms that influence general health, both in and outside of the digestive system. Research shows a strong connection… Continue reading The Relationship between Gut Health and Diabetes

Image courtesy of Abbott.   There’s a lot of guesswork when it comes to managing diabetes. Questions like “will this spike my blood sugar?” or “did I just give myself too much insulin?” are common. To help take some of the guessing out of diabetes care, Abbott has just launched two new features of the… Continue reading Managing Diabetes Just Got Smarter: FreeStyle Libre’s New AI and Apple Watch Features

Now that spring is here, you might be spending more time outside. The options for how you pass the time outdoors, whether you garden, read or grill, are endless. Spring and summer are considered grilling seasons, which brings the smell of charcoal and the sizzle of delicious food to mind. Fortunately, grilling is also a… Continue reading Grilling Season: Diabetes-Friendly Recipes That Don’t Feel Like Diet Food

The question “What’s for dinner?” might be one you dread. Living with diabetes is challenging, and deciding what to eat for meals might feel even more complicated after a diabetes diagnosis. Meal planning can be an effective tool in deciding what to eat throughout the week. With the right strategies and foods, meal planning can… Continue reading Eat Smart, Live Well: Meal Planning Strategies for People with Diabetes

Taking care of diabetes means there’s a strong focus on food and exercise. However, there’s more to diabetes management than it might seem.   Sleep is another factor that plays a large role in blood sugar management. We always hear how important it is to get enough shut eye, but the connection between sleep and… Continue reading Why Sleep Matters More Than You Think for Blood Sugar Control

If you have diabetes, you’ve probably heard something along the lines of carbs being bad. You might be wondering if you can eat them, and might even avoid them in order to prevent high blood sugar. It turns out that carbs are not inherently bad. They’re needed for energy, because when they are digested, they… Continue reading Carbohydrate Quantity vs. Quality: What to Consider with Diabetes

Insulet, the manufacturer, has issued an Urgent Medical Device Correction for certain Omnipod 5 pods due to a manufacturing issue identified through Insulet’s ongoing product monitoring. What happened and what is the impact? Insulet identified that certain pods from specific lots may have a small tear in the internal tubing that delivers insulin. If this… Continue reading Insulet Issues Voluntary Urgent Medical Device Correction for Omnipod 5 Pods

Diabetes affects millions of people around the world, making research more crucial than ever. In the past few years, researchers have shifted from focusing only on ways to control blood sugar to learning how to prevent, delay or even reverse the disease. New medications, cell therapies and smart technology are changing diabetes care. Continue reading… Continue reading The New Science of Diabetes: Breakthroughs Changing Care Today

If you’ve been to the grocery store lately, you’ve probably noticed lots of treats for Valentine’s Day. This “Hallmark holiday” is centered around showing love to others, whether it’s friends or a romantic partner. And a big part of showing that love is eating delicious food. But what happens when you have diabetes and candy… Continue reading Sweet Without the Spike: How to Enjoy Valentine’s Day Treats with Diabetes