Face Masks: How to Choose the Right One
At the start of 2020, the CDC (The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) recommended for the general public to wear face masks and cloth coverings and today they are…
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Why You Should Be Eating Healthy During Quarantine
Right now, our world is upside down, and health is at the top if not the first of our priorities. So, why not eat healthily? When it comes to food,…
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Quick: Should I use a CGM Adhesive Patch? Yes!
If you wear a Continuous Glucose Monitor, it’s best to consider buying a CGM adhesive patch. There are several reasons for this. CGM devices are extremely convenient, but sometimes they…
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Special Delivery! Disinfect at Your Door: COVID-19.
Disinfect, disinfecting, disinfection. Exactly how many times have we heard that? As we know full well in the time of COVID-19, a proper disinfection plan should be in place. The…
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What in the World is CGM vs. BGM?
In our previous blog, we explained Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) according to how it works and its benefits. Now we’re discussing the differences between Continuous Glucose Monitoring and Blood Glucose…
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Simple Uses for CGM’s: Blood Glucose & More
What is CGM? CGM stands for Continuous Glucose Monitoring. A CGM is a device that measures blood glucose levels at regular intervals around the clock. As the name implies, it…
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3 Healthy Christmas Recipes Packed With Flavor
The holidays are just around the corner and soon you’ll be sitting at the dinner table indulging in some delicious meals. We searched the web for some of the most…
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Traveling with Temperature Sensitive Medications
Travel season is quickly approaching and there’s a few things you should consider before packing your luggage. Here’s everything you need to know about air travel with syringes, pens, or…
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7 Delicious Thanksgiving Recipes That Won’t Break Your Diet
Thanksgiving is a great time of year to gather your family together and remember the year gone by. Traditionally, that remembrance happens around a dinner table full of food. And…
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How to Handle a Cold and Diabetes Like a Pro
Cold and Flu season is in high swing and no one likes to be sick. But dealing with a cold and trying to manage your diabetes adds an extra level of worry.
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6 Quick and Easy Halloween Treats for Diabetics
When you think of Halloween, you think costumes, pumpkin carving, and candy. But the latter can be a limiting factor for those living with diabetes. Just because you live with diabetes doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy this holiday in your own way.
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What You Need to Know About Ketone Testing (T1D and T2D)
What are Ketones? Ketones are chemicals produced in your liver when you don’t have enough insulin in your body to convert glucose into energy. Your liver turns fat into ketones…
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Walk Your Dog Day: Is Your Dog Living With Diabetes?
Walk Your Dog Day is more than a bonding experience if you have a pet that is living with diabetes.
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High Blood Pressure is the 1 Reason You Need to Reduce Stress
High blood pressure is caused by weight, diet, lack of exercise, and stress. If the easiest thing you can change is your stress levels, then we recommend it heartily!
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American Heart Month: Is Heart Disease Prevention as Easy as Walking?
Heart Disease prevention is a hot topic. Many think it’s as simple as walking around the block. But new evidence says your walking speed is more important.
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5 Uplifting and Awesome Yoga Moves for Sore Muscles
Using yoga for your sore muscles is a great way to combat the side effects of aches and pains, and keep a healthy mind-body balance.
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World Cancer Day: How to Prevent Cancer in Your Daily Life
February 4th is World Cancer Day. To make cancer awarness a priority, here are some tips from the WHO and World Cancer Day on how to prevent cancer.
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American Heart Month: The Complete Healthy, Happy Heart Guide
February is American Heart Month, and to celebrate heart health awareness, February 1st is Wear Red Day! We wanted to share our Heart Month Guide with you.