People Who Are Living With Diabetes

Amylia Grace, Health Guide

internationally published poet, writer, editor and entrepreneur. Dx'd with T1DM in '89.

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An Eye for Empathy and Encouragement of Diabetic Patients

"You're eyes look perfect, even better than last time! You're doing a great job managing your diabetes!," the opthamologist said. As the tears welled up in my hugely dilated eyes, I embraced the big ol' lump in my throat and thanked the doctor for the good news and told him how important it is to hear that I'm doing something RIGHT... Read more Chevron

posted 04/30/2013, comments (0)|

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Ginger Vieira, Health Guide

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Wellness & Diabetes Coach, Author, Certified Personal Trainer...living with Type 1 diabetes and Celiac!

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Health App Review: Ab Workout

Tired of the same ol' boring crunches that only work one part of your core? Ginger Vieira reviews the free Ab Workout app that gives you 10 exercises you can do right in your own living room, without any equipment.

posted 04/03/2013, comments (0)|

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knee pain limiting movement

I have degenerative arthritis in both knees. Any pressure is painful, past surgeries removed cartlidge and I can't do bicycle movement. Standing in one spot produces pain that won't allow me to move without excruciating pain. What exercise can I do? Anything sitting--exercise for the handicapped?

posted 08/03/2012, comments (0)|

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Beth McNamara, Health Guide

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Son living with Type 1 diabetes

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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 more Chevron

posted 07/25/2011, comments (0)|

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Jackie Smith, Health Guide

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I will conquer my diabesity - starting now!

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What to ask an Endocrinologist about Diabetes?

Following a referral by Dr. Z, this week I will be visiting an endocrinologist for the first time. Wait. What? What does an endocrinologist do anyway? For that matter, what is this endocrine system I've heard so little about?The internet is a wonderful thing because in a matter of a few click thrus and minutes of in-depth research I now know this:... Read more Chevron

posted 02/22/2011, comments (0)|

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