In our tiny town, Type 1 diabetics don’t make up a huge portion of our population. So, finding a diabetic support group (or even T1 diabetics) proved to be an issue after Milly’s diagnosis. Support groups are wonderful sources for inspiration and comfort, but we did not have the luxury of driving downtown for a […]
Is Resistant Starch Good for Diabetics? Absolutely!
The question of the moment: is resistant starch good for diabetics? Yes, but what exactly is resistant starch? Hopefully, it is a part of your every day diet. Here’s the gist. Resistant starch is basically starch that passes through your stomach and intestines without being fully digested. It ends up in your colon and becomes […]
Can Diabetics Eat Potatoes? 1 Easy Trick to Help!
Can diabetics eat potatoes? Yes! Can diabetics eat sweet potatoes? Yep! Does the preparation of potatoes affect how a person’s body deals with the starch of potatoes? Definitely! Potatoes are high in carbohydrates. That is a fact. However, the method used to prepare them can affect how easily the starch in a potato is accessed. […]
What is a Low? Diabetes 101 – Helpful Terms
A “low” simply means not enough blood sugar is present in the blood stream. Basically, the amount of glucose/sugar in the bloodstream is not enough to help the diabetic’s body to function properly. Diabetic terminology can definitely be overwhelming at first. So, bookmark this page or share a link for help when your brain is […]
What is High? Diabetes 101 – Helpful Terms
Simply put, a diabetic “high” means too much blood sugar. With diabetes a learning curve often exists because we don’t know the lingo used to discuss issues. When you are tired of explaining something for the gazillionth time or you need to clarify your own thoughts, this series of posts can help!For even more simplification, […]
The Familiar Food Advantage
Familiar food brings back the warmth of certain memories. Perhaps the smell of hamburgers on the grill reminds you of a vacation or a favorite person. However, for diabetics, familiar food you know well gives the opportunity for better comfort, better blood sugars, and possibly even better memories! The beauty of having a familiar food […]
5 First Things to Accomplish after a T1D Diagnosis
If first things are first, what happens if you don’t know where to begin? Information overload is par for the course the first few days after a Type 1 diagnosis. Chances are good that you spent time in a hospital room in complete shock while undergoing intense, jam-packed information sessions. Then they sent you home…with […]
