diabetes Archive
The importance of protein for people with diabetes
On March 15, 2023 In Education and Information
Protein is a little molecule that makes a big impact in your daily life. You could say that protein is a building block of all life on Earth. We all need it to survive. Your body uses it to build new tissue, make new cells, and repair any damage. When it comes to
How to follow a low-carb diet on a budget
On February 1, 2023 In Health and Wellness, Lifestyle
For people with diabetes, managing nutrition is one of the most important ways to keep your blood sugars in check. A low-carb diet may help improve blood sugar levels and reduce insulin requirements, but it’s not always easy — or affordable. So how do you follow a low-carb diet on a budget? The simple
Lessons on Diabetes Management
On January 4, 2023 In Lifestyle
Last year’s lessons on diabetes management Happy New Year! My name is Jaime. I wanted to share a couple lessons on diabetes management that I learned over the last year. I feel like the learning curve for diabetes is life-long and, even though I’ve had diabetes for 38 years, I still am
Que Reflects on 2022
On December 21, 2022 In Education and Information
Reflections of 2022 As the end of the year approaches, I’m reflecting on all the stories shared by our Medtronic community on what’s been most challenging, and importantly the wins we’ve celebrated along the way. Those have been the most uplifting moments for me personally and I wanted to thank you for not
Flu Season Preparation for People with Diabetes
On December 15, 2022 In Education and Information
Flu Season Preparation for People with Diabetes Around 8% of the U.S. population gets the flu every year. That’s nothing to sneeze at, especially when you consider the consequences of contracting the flu can range from mild symptoms to serious complications. The CDC estimates about 30% of those hospitalized with the flu every year