Grand-parenting Type 1 Diabetic
Learning to navigate the often scary world of diabetes as the grandparent of a type 1. We share our experiences, things we found that work and things that didn't work so well.
What is a diabetes management plan? Why do we need one? How do we manage our child’s diabetes when at school? Do type 1 and type 2 have different treatment plans? How do we treat highs? How do we treat lows? These are just a few of the questions that may arise when someone is … Read more
I’ve heard a lot of hype about the many health benefits of apple cider vinegar which got me wondering if apple cider vinegar good for diabetics? For centuries people have used apple cider vinegar in cooking and medicine. We know that it contains antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. It has even been suggested that it may be … Read more
Does insulin cause weight gain is a question our daughter was obsessing over when her four-year-old son was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes back in June of 2019? Our daughter takes great pride in feeding her family healthy snacks and meals and everyone maintains a healthy weight. Learning that her son required several daily insulin … Read more
Now that November is upon us it is the perfect time to discuss just what is national diabetes awareness month. Well, it is a time when all across the country communities come together to bring awareness to diabetes and take action to tackle this modern diabetes epidemic. Yes, I said epidemic because quite frankly that … Read more
Is there a link between diabetes and leg cramps? Several times that we have had our grandson for a sleepover, he wakes in the night with leg cramps and it got me wondering whether or not it is linked to his type 1 diabetes. Whenever Alex awoke crying with leg pains, I would do my … Read more
The time has come to discuss what is a diabetic birthday cake. Last year I shared recipes I used to make our diabetic grandson his birthday cake. The time has rolled around again for another birthday. I love baking and decorating birthday cakes for my family. We usually do a family dinner celebration for our … Read more
I set out to learn the history of diabetes treatment and was absolutely shocked when I discovered the life-saving treatment my grandson receives is less than a hundred years old. It is important to realize that until 1922, insulin had not yet been discovered so if you were diagnosed with diabetes, it was pretty much … Read more
With the arrival of October comes the necessity to discuss Thanksgiving and diabetes. I know our American friends don’t celebrate Thanksgiving until November but in Canada, we will be feasting on turkey dinner this coming weekend. I just love all the preparations, the baking and cooking certainly fill the house with the most amazing, mouth-watering … Read more
Lately, I have heard a lot of buzz about the benefits of green tea which got me thinking about is tea good for diabetics. I grew up in a house where tea was a part of almost every meal. My parents had coffee with breakfast but tea with lunch and dinner. My Dad was meticulous … Read more
Is there a link between diabetes and stem cell research? We know millions of people worldwide suffer from diabetes and that there is no cure. Proper management of diabetes requires a delicate balance of diet, exercise, and insulin injections or other diabetes medications. Currently, scientists and doctors all over the world are conducting stem cell … Read more