People with diabetes are at higher risk for certain conditions like chronic kidney disease (CKD). Typically referred to as a “silent disease”, there are often no symptoms in the early stages. That’s why it’s important to talk to your doctor about your risk and get screened to stay on top of your kidney health.
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Dr. Ian Paterson, a medical practitioner at the University of Sheffield who lives with T1D, explains how the “honeymoon phase” that often occurs with type 1 can potentially be used to delay its full development, and why it’s important to preserve even a small number of functioning beta cells if you can.
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HMO, PPO, EPO…OMG! And don’t forget about FSA and HSA before you start spelling out SOS. George Huntley of the Diabetes Leadership Council decodes insurance plan jargon, breaking down the different plans, explaining how they work, and sharing which acronyms offer some nice cash saving benefits.
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This moist, decadent pumpkin bread is filled with a smooth and tangy cream cheese center. Warm pumpkin spices make it a perfect dessert for fall (plus it looks super cool when you cut into it).
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Formerly the last one picked to dance at the vegetable party, the Brussel sprout still reigns supreme, and this crispy baked version offers two dipping sauces to only slightly ruin its healthful benefits.
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Don’t discount the unassuming button mushroom as a tasty vehicle to carry nourishing ingredients for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, snack, side dish, or even main course alongside a big green salad.
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Complications from diabetes can occur if your blood sugars are too high for too long, but what exactly does that mean? Dr. Edelman gives a more detailed explanation which will hopefully put your mind at ease.
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If you’re not utilizing your trend arrows and reacting to them, you’re not getting the most out of your CGM. Drs. E+P explain how to dose (or not dose) in response to the direction your trend arrows are pointing. Here’s their advice on how to adjust for highs and lows, along with a trend arrow cheat sheet.
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Did you know there’s a division of optometry with doctors specifically trained to help people with low vision? Low Vision Optometrists have uniquely designed tools, devices, and aids that can offer access to vision solutions that would otherwise not be available.
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The three Ds in a diabetes health plan are: Doctors, Drugs and Devices. Does your plan cover what you need? George Huntley of diabetesleadership.org has been living with T1D for nearly 40 years and is an insurance expert and advocate for people with diabetes. He explains how to determine if your doctors, drugs and devices are covered in your plan, and what you can do if they aren’t.
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