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Recently diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes and feeling overwhelmed about starting insulin.
Yo, I get it—Type 1 diabetes is a lot to handle at first, and the whole insulin thing can seem crazy overwhelming. But trust me, it becomes routine. For tracking everything, apps are lifesavers (check out MySugr or Glucose Buddy), and they help keep your blood sugar, meals, and insulin doses in checRead more
Yo, I get it—Type 1 diabetes is a lot to handle at first, and the whole insulin thing can seem crazy overwhelming. But trust me, it becomes routine. For tracking everything, apps are lifesavers (check out MySugr or Glucose Buddy), and they help keep your blood sugar, meals, and insulin doses in check. As for injections, it’s rough at first, but once you get used to it, it’s like second nature—try rotating the injection sites so you don’t bruise. Lifestyle-wise, it’s all about balance: carbs and exercise affect your blood sugar, so learning how to adjust insulin with meals and workouts will help. You got this, man—just take it one step at a time!
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