Tom Karyla is the father of two children with diabetes, is sharing his experience as a parent of a child with diabetes. He’s been through the ups and downs of this process and come out the other side. He’s sharing what he’s learned along the way, particularly in the beginning, for parents who are currently struggling with their child’s diagnosis.
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It is completely possible to live confidently, I personally have had type 1 diabetes for almost 10 years and I am more confident than I ever have been. I also know a lot of other t1ds living extremely beautiful, vibrant lives, who don’t let t1d hold them back in any way. Read on to learn about some of the best things you can do to boost your confidence with type 1 diabetes.
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Read on to learn more about how stress physically affects the body of a type 1 diabetic, tips for managing blood glucose levels during stressful times as well as overall stress management.
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Tom Karlya is a father to two children with type 1 diabetes. He shares some important lessons on why children should be involved in their own diabetes care.
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What makes one food better than another for people with type 1 diabetes largely comes down to a food’s glycemic index (GI). The glycemic index scores foods on a scale of 0 to 100 based on how much they affect blood glucose levels two hours after consumption. With this in mind, people with type 1 diabetes should prioritize incorporating the following foods into their everyday life.
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To help you as a parent of a child with type 1 diabetes, below is an explanation of 8 hurdles you will likely experience throughout your child’s life and how you can attempt to overcome them.
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