What matters most for blood sugar control in type 1 diabetes? Protein, fat or carbs? ...with Rebecca Flavel

In this episode, Professor Clare Collins interviews Rebecca Flavel, a pediatric dietitian and credentialled diabetes educator, about what matters most for good blood sugar control? protein, fat or carbohydrate? They discuss advances in diabetes care related to modern insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) that provide real-time data to help improve blood sugar control, including time-in-range. They cover practical tips for families helping their children and adolescent with managing type 1 diabetes, including education on how fat and protein also affect blood glucose. Regular engagement with healthcare teams specialising in diabetes management helps empower people living with type 1 diabetes, and their families, to adapt to varying food and insulin needs over time.

Key topics

Advancements in insulin technology and devicesThe role of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM)Impact of diet, fat, and protein on blood sugar levelsChallenges and solutions in managing pediatric diabetesImportance of regular reviews and personalized care plans

Keywords: #diabetesmanagement, #insulintechnology, #continuousglucosemonitoring, #pediatricdiabetes, #bloodsugarcontrol, #diabeteseducation, #insulinpumps, #diabetestechnology, #type1diabetes, #diabetescare

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