As an insulin sales rep for two years and a pump/CGM sales rep and trainer for over five years, I learned more than I ever cared to know about the in’s and out’s of diabetes technology. I spent years becoming an expert on deductibles, insurance policies, what goes into research and development of new products, FDA red-tape, diabetes software, and adult-learning principles for every patient that I ever trained on a new product. Each time a new product hits the market, or rumors flare with the birth of a new idea for a new product, it is Christmas for people with diabetes. Although there is promising research for a cure somewhere on the horizon, we can’t touch it or see it. So, when a new product emerges that can make this disease a bit more entertaining and possibly even a bit easier to manage, we jump at the chance to be one of the first to try it out.

Taking care of our diabetes on a daily basis is challenging enough, especially when we also want to be healthy for many other reasons as well.  There are so many confusing fad diets out there, and attached to them are the promises that they will eliminate fat for good and even help control cravings and blood sugars.  It’s very important, especially for those of us in the field of nutrition, to make sure our clients have a clear understanding of the benefits and the consequences of these diets. 

Does Queen's song, "Under Pressure," pop into anyone else's head with this title? I can't help play the tune in my mind while drafting this post. And on that note, what does this song have to do with health? A lot.

I honestly can't think of a better slogan than Nike's "Just Do It." It eludes to many things, but simplifies the action for one to get up and go - run, sign up for a race, try something new, enjoy an active lifestyle, etc.