Kiwi – One Of My All-Time Favorite Foods As A Type 1 Diabetic
I am excited to talk about one of my absolute favorite foods in the WORLD: kiwi! Because of my insulin resistance as a type 1.5 diabetic I limit the amount as well as type of fruits I…
Part 2: Practicing Inner Self-Care As A Type 1 Diabetic
In my first article on this topic titled: Practicing Inner Self-Care As A Type 1 Diabetic found here, I touched on some ways that I practice inner self-care. I use the term ‘self-care’ as a broader term…
Practicing Inner Self-Care As A Type 1 Diabetic
Nope, I’m not talking about self-care in a clinical or physical sense. I get enough of that all day everyday. I mean INNER self-care as in taking care of myself mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. The parts of…
Chia Seeds And Why I Love Them As A Type 1 Diabetic (Type 1.5 Diabetes)
I love chia seeds, they are highly nutritious and are an interesting food to me. I have been eating them for several years now and they are a regular part of my Red Sugar Life. (yum, all…
Insulin Pen Needles – I Use Them As A Type 1 Diabetic
As a Type 1 diabetic (specifically Type 1.5 diabetes or mixed-type diabetes), I have tons of experience using both insulin syringes and insulin pen needles. I like them both in my Red Sugar Life for different reasons.…
Raw Honey And Why I Love It As A Type 1 Diabetic
It’s chilly outside now so the heat is turned up, I’m wearing warmer clothes, and drinking hot teas more often. One of my favorite ingredients to use in my hot tea is raw honey. I have been…
Candy Cane Peppermint Tea – Sugar Free And Delicious!
Sooo it is once again winter, my absolute FAVORITE time of year! I have Christmas music playing as I write, and it’s finally colder outside (yay!) so I get to break out my favorite winter attire. I…
Insulin Syringes – I Can’t Be Afraid of Them, I Need Them To Live
Some people are scared of needles and panic at the sight of them. As a Type 1 Diabetic, I can't afford to be scared of needles and injections, my entire life literally depends on them.
What Is Xylitol And Why I Love It As A Type 1.5 Diabetic (Mixed-Type Diabetes)
As a type 1 diabetic, more specifically a type 1.5 diabetic (mixed-type diabetes), xylitol is a blessing. I love it. I have been using it for years now and have gradually incorporated it into my life in…
