Why Your A1c Shouldn’t Define You or Your Diabetes

Why Your A1c Shouldn’t Define You or Your Diabetes

What is HbA1c? What does it mean? Why Hemoglobin A1c does not mean the same for everyone, and factors we don't always think of that might impact A1c results.

The Case for Continuous Glucose Monitors

The Case for Continuous Glucose Monitors

I was once hesitant to invest in a continuous glucose monitor. Now I can't imagine living without mine. Learn more about the strengths and limitations of the Dexcom CGM.

The Carbohydrate Counting Controversy

The Carbohydrate Counting Controversy

Carbohydrate counting is the first thing taught to those diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, but is it really an effective way to monitor blood glucose?

Why am I always high (hyperglycemic) at high altitude?

Why am I always high (hyperglycemic) at high altitude?

This week I set out to discover why I seem to be more insulin resistant when I'm at altitude. From Hyperventilation to Hemoconcentration, learn what happens to your body at high altitude.

Five things when my Blood Sugar won’t Budge

Five things when my Blood Sugar won’t Budge

We all have those days and nothing is more frustrating than a stubborn high blood sugar.  Increased insulin resistance and increased hepatic glucose production (when your body produces glucose in your liver) can both contribute to a stubborn high blood sugar.  This may be attributed to a number of factors including: menstrual hormones, fighting off [...]