Sunday, February 12, 2012

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Expert_badge Ann Bartlett

Ann Bartlett

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Wellness Center Owner, living with type 1

Eating Well With Diabetes: What's in Ann's and David's Refrigerators?

Sometimes, I hate food. I hate food when I've had dinner and have a low blood sugar and have to eat more. I hate eating in the middle of the night to correct for a low blood sugar and have to brush my teeth, again, before I climb back in bed. I want to eat what I want to eat without having to glance at the plate and carb count. In my body, eating... Read moreChevron
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Stephanie

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Adult w/reflux, 3 kids w/reflux, Pediatric Physical Therapist

The Right Acid Reflux Medication Makes All the Difference!

 I hope everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving! Today is the day after and I suddenly realized how much better my stomach is feeling since I went back on Prevacid. Last Thanksgiving I was trying to maintain myself on Zantac and it wasn’t going well. I ate very few things at the Thanksgiving meal and really stuck to the absolute safest reflux... Read moreChevron
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Pump Therapy for Athletes with Diabetes

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 moreChevron
posted 09/14/2011, comments (0)|
Expert_badge Beth McNamara

Beth McNamara

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Son living with Type 1 diabetes

Disney and Lilly Diabetes Pair Up for Type 1 Kids

There is no doubt that Type 1 Diabetes is no fun; particularly if you are a little kid who is strapped with its relentless demands. Add to this the feeling of isolation that accompanies having diabetes and a child can feel very much alone and put upon.   Two large corporate entities, Lilly Diabetes and Disney, are hoping to lessen this... Read moreChevron
posted 07/25/2011, comments (0)|
Expert_badge Jeremy Shane

Share Your Thoughts on Be Different

Have you read Look Me In the Eye or Be Different?  Share your thoughts on John Elder Robison's books with the community by adding your comments below.
posted 05/02/2011, comments (0)|