Do you have a sneaking suspicion that your average blood sugar levels might be a little high? If so, it’s time to find out for sure. The easiest way to do this is to use…
Ely Fornoville
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Hi, I'm Ely Fornoville, and I am the founder of Diabetic & Me. Being a type 1 diabetic since 1996, I developed a passion to help people learn more about diabetes. I write about diabetes and share stories from other diabetics around the world. I currently use a Medtronic Guardian 4 CGM and a MiniMed 780G insulin pump with Humalog insulin.
Injections are unavoidably needed to manage insulin-dependent diabetes, whether through daily insulin shots, a continuous glucose monitor (C.G.M.), or even an insulin pump. Although not always the case, injection site bruising can happen frequently. table of contents…
No, you can’t freeze insulin! Insulin is a temperature-sensitive medication; many questions have been asked about what happens when it’s exposed to extreme temperatures such as severe cold or heath. Sadly, people rarely bother about…
For people with diabetes, it’s important to monitor blood glucose levels on a daily basis. However, these measuring blood glucose levels can be expressed in two different measurement units: mmol/L or mg/dL.This can make it difficult to compare…
Insulin pumps are some of the greatest inventions that make life easier for people with Type 1 diabetes and some with Type 2 diabetes. They are small, portable, and just about the size of a…
Traveling with temperature-sensitive medicines like insulin is one challenge you must face at some point as a diabetic. But thanks to the 72-Hour Travel Insulin Cooler, the Mini Medical Fridge, and other similar products from…
Living with an insulin pump or any other medical gadget permanently fastened to your body is challenging. While these excellent technologies help people with diabetes manage their condition and control their blood sugar levels, they…
A diabetic’s dietary restrictions frequently limit their intake of sugars, carbs, and starches. The foods that are advised for diabetics contain very little sugar, and the majority of them require portion control. The idea that…
Type 2 diabetes remains one major global health challenge. It is pretty common, with over 29 million people in the U.S. battling the ailment. This disorder happens when your body’s cells can’t properly absorb sugar (glucose)…
Type 1 Diabetes is a chronic disease in which the body does not produce enough insulin. Insulin is a hormone which helps sugar (glucose) enter our cells, which then is used to produce energy. Unless…
Many people with diabetes grapple with this particular question daily. The answer, unfortunately, is not always straightforward. The lifespan of an insulin vial varies, depending on the insulin type and the storage conditions. Here, I will…
If you want an affordable, high-quality foot massager to take care of your feet’s needs in style, this is the perfect option from Bob and Brad. Many claims about the advantages of receiving a foot massage…
Living with diabetes means you have to care not just for your body but also for your meds. Insulin is arguably the most vital medication for any diabetic person. And since it’s heat-sensitive, you must…
If you have diabetes, you may wonder if eating beets is safe. Beets are healthy vegetable that is low in calories and high in fiber. They are also a good source of potassium, magnesium, and…