by Pam Durant | Jun 15, 2021 | Managing Diabetes, Pam's Corner, Type 1 Diabetes
On My Mind… We recently applied for diabetes medical insurance. Our previous policy was finished and it was time for renewal. We had so many options. Most had the same, or very similar coverage. We know that diabetes medical insurance is more costly...
by Pam Durant | Jun 3, 2021 | Diabetes Articles, Managing Diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes
Diabetes and Kidney Health – Important Information If you have diabetes, or care for someone who does, there are some critical things to know about diabetes and kidney health. Firstly, you should get tested every year for kidney disease if you: have had Type 1...
by Pam Durant | Jun 1, 2021 | Diabetes Articles, Diabetes Foot Care, Managing Diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes
For people living with diabetes, foot care is so important. Daily foot care helps to prevent serious complications. Diabetes and Nerve Damage in Feet People living with diabetes may have nerve damage that can take away the feeling in their feet. Blood flow to...
by Pam Durant | Aug 26, 2020 | Ask the Expert, Managing Diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes
Type 1 Diabetes Super Power Panel – Diapoint T1D Virtual Family Picnic As part of the First Annual Diapoint Type 1 Diabetes Virtual Family Picnic, we held a live diabetes panel discussion with five amazing people with Type 1 Diabetes from the UAE region! Advocates...
by Pam Durant | Jul 16, 2020 | Diabetes Articles, Health and Wellness, Managing Diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes
Breaking Down Rice and Carbohydrates Rice and carbohydrates are hot topics in the diabetes community. So, which rice is the lowest in carbs, and where do the different types of rice fit on the Glycemic Index? Rice Can Be Part of a Healthy Eating Plan Rice is a...
by Pam Durant | Jul 2, 2020 | Diabetes Articles, Diabetes Resources, Health and Wellness, Managing Diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes
Glycemic Index Basics The glycemic index (GI) is a ranking from 0 to 100 assigned to foods. A food’s ranking on the glycemic index represents the extent to which its respective carbohydrates raise blood sugar (glucose) levels two hours after consumption. The...
