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Anna on Diabetes
Wednesday, September 14 2011
For any person with diabetes, deciding to go on a pump is a big decision that involves a careful analysis of the pros and cons of both pump and injection therapy. Many endocrinologists encourage diabetics of nearly every age to consider a pump for optimized glucose control and increased flexibility. However, it is important for each... Read more
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Anna on Diabetes
Thursday, September 01 2011
Starting out in college is a huge transition; for many young people, it represent the first time as a completely independent individual. As students adjust to "life on their own," there are plenty of ups and downs, and there are lots of learning experiences associated with the first few months. However, for kids with... Read more
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Anna on DiabeTeens
Thursday, July 22 2010
Most fitness and diabetes sources state that exercise can cause hypoglycemia in type I diabetics. Since I run and play hours of ultimate Frisbee without hardly ever go low, I like to think that I have a routine dialed in that prevents any exercise hypoglycemia. However, in the past few months, I have spent a lot of time hiking with my... Read more
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Anna on DiabeTeens
Tuesday, July 06 2010
Celiac disease is an inherited, autoimmune disease in which the lining of the small intestine is damaged by the consumption of gluten, the main protein found in wheat, barley, rye, and possibly oats. It is sometimes referred to as celiac sprue, nontropical sprue, or gluten-sensitive enteropathy.
The small intestine is lined with... Read more
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Anna on DiabeTeens
Tuesday, July 06 2010
Last Sunday was a beautiful day. The sky was completely blue and the sun was strong. I enjoyed the nice weather by meeting friends in the park to play a pickup game of ultimate Frisbee. I met everyone to play at 2 pm, right in the middle of the day. Because of the running and the potential to fall down (lay out), I always disconnect my pump when I... Read more
