While many students heading off to college for the first time are focusing on gathering room decorations, meeting new roommates, figuring out how to save on ...

#TuesdayTips With crisp . fall weather, football tailgating comes to mind. Munching on party food, drinking alcohol, travel to the event-there are many vari...

#TuesdayTips Living with diabetes is not easy for people of any age, and brings special challenges for children who don't have the life experience or communi...

#TuesdayTips As summer comes to an end, parents across the country parents start planning for the new school year, including what to prepare for lunches. Ki...

#TuesdayTips Healthy living for people with diabetes is not just about blood glucose, you can also strive for good overall wellness and disease prevention. W...

#TuesdayTips Yes, it is possible to eat healthy on a budget! Here are 5 quick tips to help you get started. 1. Plan ahead by thinking about the upcoming wee...

#TuesdayTips Hot summer weather increases fluid needs. Drinking water helps to regulate body temperature, flush waste, and maintain healthy hydration. High b...

#TuesdayTips Fruit brings good nutrition to the table, including vitamin C, fiber and potassium. People with diabetes often think that fruit is something to ...

#TuesdayTips Airplane travel with diabetes takes a little extra planning, but that shouldn’t stop you from enjoying your trip. To be safe, place diabetes med...

#TuesdayTips Many people with diabetes worry about eye health and preventing diabetic retinopathy. Here are 5 ways to keep your eyes healthy. 1. Maintain blo...

Easter can be a confusing time for parents of newly diagnosed children with diabetes because they know their child can enjoy chocolate and cover the carbohyd...

Posted April 12, 2019 ​ ​ By Melissa Herrmann Dierks, RDN, LDN, CDE ​ According to the Celiac Disease Foundation, approximately 6% of people with Type 1 diab...

Posted October 26, 2018 ​ By Melissa Herrmann Dierks, RDN, LDN, CDE ​ Halloween fun shouldn’t be cut short for children with diabetes. With a little plannin...