Jeremy Pettus explains the pros and cons of SGLT2s for people with type 1, and offers advice on how to try them safely and smartly.
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SGLT2s are currently only approved for use in the U.S. for type 2 diabetes, but a lot of people with type 1 are taking them off label with positive results.
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Just a few minutes of meditation each day can have a big impact on stress reduction, which is so important for people living with the challenges of diabetes.
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Driven by his jealousy over Jeremy’s amazing time-in-range with DIY Looping, Steve gives it a go with his Omnipod and is blown away by the results.
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Exciting new advances in glucagon delivery are right around the corner – injector pens, nasal sprays and mini-doses that can be self-administered.
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Losing weight is hard for everyone, but it gets even more challenging for those of us with type 1 diabetes. We want to avoid diabetes-related complications by controlling blood sugar, but intensive control is associated with weight gain. Here we discuss lifestyle strategies, medications and technology that can help.
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HIIT stands for High-Intensity Interval Training, which is an effective way to burn a lot of calories in a relatively short amount of time. However, it has a different effect on blood sugars than a typical aerobic workout.
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Companion Medical, makers of the first FDA approved smart insulin pen, recently announced their Bluetooth-enabled InPen is now available in retail pharmacies nationwide. These smart pens offer a variety of benefits with very few downsides.
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There’s only one goal for kids heading off to camp – FUN. But the added perks at diabetes camp can have life-long effects: independence, self-esteem, and the opportunity to finally feel normal.
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Reflecting on her six year anniversary of living with diabetes, Sarah Durrand shares the hardest lessons, the most meaningful lessons, and the lessons she’s learned that give her the best excuse to eat pizza (sometimes).
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