How accurate are glucose sensors REALLY?
Many forums and groups are filled with reports of glucose sensors providing inaccurate readings compared to finger pricking. When you […]
3 ways to prevent the dawn phenomenon
The dawn phenomenon can be a frustrating occurrence for people with diabetes. People with type 1 diabetes appear particularly susceptible […]
What’s a normal blood sugar level?
What is a normal blood sugar level is a question I am asked so often. My patients have heard so […]
Insulin pump therapy explained
Insulin pump therapy is a method used in type 1 diabetes for administering insulin. Conventionally, insulin was delivered via a […]
High waking glucose levels & how to fix them T1DM
Fixing high waking glucose levels introduction Having high waking glucose levels in type 1 diabetes can throw the rest of […]
Helping you to understand Ketones
Ketones metabolism is a normal physiological process in the body. They help give the body much needed energy and are […]
Managing Exercise in Type 1 Diabetes
Managing exercise in type 1 diabetes is challenging. In normal metabolism the body pretty much turns off your insulin production […]
How to prevent post meal glucose spikes in type 1 diabetes
Preventing post meal glucose spikes for people with type 1 diabetes is hard. In fact, people with type 1 diabetes […]
Diabetes and physical activity recommendations. How much is enough?
The department of health describes physical Inactivity as a silent killer. The benefits of physical activity are well known and […]
Preventing erratic glucose levels in type 1 diabetes
Type 1 diabetes is a tricky condition to manage. Improving blood glucose levels can be difficult. It truly is a […]