Peanut butter crackers have just the right amount of carbohydrate and protein for a quick diabetes snack. Not to mention they are Josh’s favorite snack. A nice pre-wrapped six pack of peanut butter crackers provides anywhere from 16 to 20 grams of carbohydrate and the protein and fat slows the absorption making it a great... Read more
We have developed some less than optimal habits in diabetes management. I'm going to publicly confess, tell you why we do what we do, and then beseech Dr. Cogen to put these habits in perspective for us.- How bad are they? - Which ones should we work to correct? - Do we need to make some diabetes care New Year's... Read more
Diabetes "Bling"
Oh the fashion of diabetes! Don’t let the pump detract from your outfit – accessorize! Don’t strip off your clothing to give an injection, customize your attire!
I know a stylish 7 year old with diabetes who bejeweled her glucometer and pricker (lancet) and uses all fabulously pink pump... Read more
I’ve talked to many, many parents of diabetic children and I’m always amazed at the parents’ laser like focus on the diabetes care and the subjugation of their own personal needs in their efforts to keep their child healthy. Diabetes magnifies parental sacrifice by calling for less sleep, more intense relationships through... Read more
I’m thankful for a lot this holiday season, but I have some special thank yous to say to all the people who help my ten year old son manage his diabetes. Of course I’m thankful to our incredible medical team: our endocrinologist who is always ready and willing to talk about the latest research and new technologies; our nurse... Read more
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