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Does CGM Tell the Whole Story? A Second Look at Lingo for Metabolic Monitoring
I recently revisited Lingo, Abbott’s direct-to-consumer continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system, after a new wave of clients began seeking guidance on how to use it to support metabolic health, including diabetes prevention, insulin…
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Double Diabetes: Supporting Patients Through the Diagnostic Overlap
If you’ve never heard the term “double diabetes” before, don’t be alarmed. It’s not an official diagnosis, and you likely won’t find it in a medical textbook. However, it’s a term that’s gaining…
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Blood Sugar Trends: Defining What’s Truly “Normal”
With the rise of direct-to-consumer continuous glucose monitoring, there has been growing interest in understanding blood sugar trends. Reasons for CGM use include to improve metabolic health, prevent diabetes, enhance sports performance and…
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What’s the Deal with Protein Powders?
Protein is an essential macronutrient for everyone, but for people with diabetes, managing blood sugar levels while maintaining a healthy diet is especially important. Supplemental protein can be a convenient way to boost…
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Destigmatizing Diabetes
Diabetes stigma refers to the negative attitudes, judgment, discrimination, or prejudice directed at individuals simply because they have diabetes. This stigma can manifest both internally and externally. Internal stigma arises when individuals with…
Diabetes Care and Education
