Don Muchow, Ironman and ultra-marathoner, deserves a special place in the annals of athletes with Type 1 diabetes. But w…
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Back on the Appalachian Trail with Type 1 Diabetes
In July we profiled the amazing Mike Joyce, who got his Type 1 diabetes under control – and lost 100 pounds! – whe…
Hiking the Appalachian Trail with Type 1 Diabetes, Afrezza, and Keto Food
We found Mike Joyce in the famous TypeOneGrit Facebook group, where he was advising on the best ways to stay low carb on…
8 Essential Packing Tips Every Traveler with Diabetes Should Know
I am a professional packer. Whether I’m away for two days or two weeks, I’ve developed a system that helps me cram a lot…
Exporting America’s Diet: A Peek Into South Asia’s Growing Diabetes Problem
A recent NY Times article discussed the ‘volcano of diabetes’ upon which India is sitting. The cause? A population predi…
Living with Diabetes in South Africa
I just celebrated a decade of living Type 1 diabetes (sadly, there was no cake). I was diagnosed just after I moved to C…
Mitigating Airport Security With An Insulin Pump
Have you been through airport security with your insulin pump only to come into contact with an agent who has no idea wh…
8 Tips For a Successful Snowboarding Weekend With Diabetes
Back in early January, I sent an email out to some of my friends asking them if they might be interested in getting away…
The ConnecT1D Retreat: Empowering and Uniting People with Diabetes
ConnecT1D, a non-profit organization run by volunteers, aims to provide programs and resources that connect individuals …
5 Tips for Managing Diabetes in the Cold and Snow
Carry glucose that does not freeze. Even soft granola bars can become hard to chew in the cold of your outer jacket pock…
