Coronavirus: Advice for people living with diabetes
16 June 2020
Here are some helpful tips on what precautions you should take, and what you need to know The World Health Organization (WHO) declared that spread of the coronavirus as a pandemic in March, and and most countries have seen outbreaks. Although the UK is seeing a decline in the number of new cases and hospitalisations, we all still need to be careful and try to reduce the spread of the virus as much as possible. People with diabetes are classed by the NHS and UK Government as 'clinically vulnerable' Although this means someone with diabetes is not required to shield themselves, they are...
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Choosing the right app for you
8 June 2020
There’s an app for everything these days right? Most people now carry a library, TV and computer around in their pockets in their mobile phone, as well as the calculator that all of our teachers told us we wouldn’t always have with us. But what about when it comes to your health? Millions of people worldwide use some form of health app on a daily basis. These range from simple apps to track steps, to apps that support with healthy eating, fitness and health monitoring. There are thousands of healthcare apps, and hundreds of diabetes apps, available in the different mobile...
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What do you do when your sugars go high?
17 December 2019
Hyperglycaemia, when blood glucose levels rise too high, happens to many people living with Type 1 diabetes. Penelope Hamilton-Evans, diabetes specialist nurse, Diabetes Care For You at Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust offers advice. For those on insulin occasional mild episodes can be managed using correction doses and may remedy themselves, but hyperglycaemia, often called a hyper, can lead to complications over time. If you are on...
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mySugr and the Accu-Chek Mobile wireless adapter can make life with diabetes easier
4 December 2019
When does 1+1=5? Right now. We’ll show you 5 things that improve by combining the Accu-Chek Mobile and the mySugr app with the Accu-Chek Mobile wireless adapter. When you combine the Accu-Chek Mobile blood glucose monitoring system with the new Accu-Chek Mobile wireless adapter and the mySugr app, keeping track of your diabetes gets a whole lot easier. You have things to do and diabetes management can sometimes get in the way. It’s hard enough to remember birthdays and PIN numbers, let alone having to write down blood glucose readings. This is exactly where the mySugr app comes into play. It can take care of...
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What is structured blood glucose monitoring?
22 August 2019
Structured monitoring supports your routine or daily checking by giving you deeper, more targeted data to work from. It can help you determine if you're in a safe range and problem-solve around how the things you do are connected to your blood sugar. You simply perform additional checks over a short period at specific times of day. Structured monitoring tools can help you: Discover how to best use your numbers See how certain activities can affect your blood sugar levels...
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Why knowing more can lead to better management
4 July 2019
Ever since we were born, most of us were hard wired to pester the adults around us with one simple, repetitive question: WHY? Don't touch that. Why? Eat your vegetables. Why? Do your homework. Why? We're born to wonder, explore and question. Have you ever noticed that the better you understand something—causes and effects, opportunities and limits—the easier it can be to take on challenges, make good decisions and change things to suit your needs? Often, a better understanding of “why” can help motivate us to follow guidelines and advice. Living with diabetes...
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7 tips for blood glucose management
5 March 2019
Management of ‘in-range’ blood glucose can be a challenge if you live with diabetes. There are many factors that can cause sugars to spike or drop and your body is likely to have its own unique reaction to them. Here we take a look at seven ways to help you better manage your blood glucose levels. 1. Prioritise healthy carbs Living with diabetes involves a complex relationship with carbohydrates. Carbs may be the main source of energy in a diet and yet not having the right amount can cause hypos or hypers. Simple carbs like pasta and white bread can cause spikes in glucose levels....
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Diabetes apps & blood sugar apps
4 February 2019
Modern smartphone apps can be powerful tools for managing diabetes and helping you keep to your healthy lifestyle. We look at some of the things these handy tools can do for you.
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World Diabetes Day 2018
8 November 2018
This year, the theme of World Diabetes Day 2018 is Family and Diabetes, which has us thinking about the ways diabetes can actually help our families grow closer and healthier together. To recognise World Diabetes Day we have developed free resources designed to help the whole family adopt better habits. To get you started, you can download the following guides: Understanding Diabetes ...
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Shooting stars: Meet Ricky
27 January 2021
"Dive into the books and learn as much as you can about diabetes". Say hello to Ricky. Ricky not only works for mySugr as a Data Scientist but is also one of our mySugr models living with type 1 diabetes. Ricky was also a member of Team Bike Beyond and cycled across the USA from New York to San Francisco in 2017 showing that anything is possible with type 1. 1. What were your biggest fears/...
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Homemade Hearty Oatmeal recipe
21 January 2021
Looking for a new diabetes breakfast idea? This is the most satisfying Oatmeal recipe you will ever have! This recipe is portioned out for a single serving but can easily be tripled for a quick and easy breakfast menu throughout the week! Although it may sound weird, the egg is the secret ingredient in this recipe! Adding an egg to your oats will pack it with protein and create a creamy consistency. This is great at home or a breakfast on the go. Ingrdients: (1 serving) 1/4 (59ml) cup oats (not instant)...
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Everything you need to know about HbA1c
11 January 2021
Haemoglobin A1c, HbA1c, A1c - you’ve probably heard these terms, but what do they actually mean? Well we’ve put together everything you need to know about HbA1c here. What is HbA1c? Haemoglobin is the part of your blood that carries oxygen and is what gives your blood its red colour. When glucose is processed by your body and enters your bloodstream it is attracted to this haemoglobin and binds...
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Smoked Salmon Salad
18 December 2020
Even as we move into the colder winter months, there is always room for a fresh salad. This smoked salmon salad recipe is great all year round, with fresh leaves and a mix of strong flavours from the feta cheese and salmon, this dish will never get boring. Ingredients (2 services) Salad ingredients: 2 cups (500 ml) spring mix greens 2 Tomatoes 1 Cucumber 1 Avocado 4 oz. (112 g) Smoked Salmon 1/4 cup (59 ml) Feta Cheese to taste 1 Tbsp (15 ml) Extra Virgin Oil 1/4 Cup (59 ml) Rice Vinegar 1/...
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Homemade Diabetes Friendly Hummus Recipe
18 December 2020
Hummus is super easy dish and can be made ahead of time for any event and served throughout the week making it the must have fridge filler! Ingredients (2 services) 1 15 oz (425 g) can of chickpeas 1 clove of garlic 1 tsp (5 ml) of ground cumin 3/4 tsp (3.6 ml) salt 1/2 cup (125 ml) tahini 2 tbsp (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil 1/2 tsp (2.5 ml) ground pepper 1 large lemon juiced How to make it: Rinse chickpeas in cold water and let strain. Combine tehini, fresh...
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<h1>Staying healthy over the Christmas period</h1>
17 December 2020
Christmas is a fun filled festive day enjoyed with family and friends. We often associate Christmas with lots of great food and alcohol as we celebrate this joyous occasion as a nation. The temptation for our healthy habits to slide is both alive and alluring. So, here are some hints and tips for staying healthy during the festive period.
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The way people with diabetes eat can improve their health
16 November 2020
There are a huge number of cooking programs available now, which capture the attention of millions of people worldwide. However most people often do not have the time to spend hours in the kitchen every week. In 2020 however, things changed. When the Coronavirus pandemic hit, working from home became the new normal for most people. The restrictions on where people could go and what they could do gave people the opportunity to try new things and have a go at the things they’d never had the time for before. Some people started a new exercise routine, some learnt a...
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The Story Behind World Diabetes Day
6 November 2020
World Diabetes Day (WDD) was created in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and the World Health Organization (WHO) in response to growing concerns about the escalating health threat posed by diabetes. It is marked every year on 14 November, the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, who co-discovered insulin along with Charles Best in 1922. WDD is the world’s largest diabetes awareness campaign reaching a global audience of over 1 billion people in more than 160 countries. The campaign draws attention to issues of paramount importance to the diabetes world and...
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