Tag: Diabetes
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Why Skipping Meals Can Crash Your Blood Sugar, Diabetic or Not
Skipping meals might seem harmless, but for many people—including those on GLP-1s or living with diabetes—it can seriously mess with your blood sugar, energy, and even muscle mass. Here’s what’s going on, and how to eat smart without overwhelming your body (or your schedule).
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The Numbers Don’t Tell the Whole Story: Living Between Diabetes and Porphyria
She kept her A1C perfect for over a decade while living with a feeding tube—and a rare disease that clashed with her diabetes care. This is the story of my mother, and why controlling numbers doesn’t always mean you’re safe. For Diabetes Awareness Month, I’m sharing what the labs don’t show: the cost of balancing…
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The Only Group Anyone Can Join: The Unpredictable Reality of Disability
Disability is the only identity you can acquire in an instant — through illness, injury, or age. This post explores why accessibility should matter to everyone, and why denying disability — even quietly — harms more than just ourselves.
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Disabled Life Diary: July 12, 2025 – Humid Days, Low Energy, and Wheelchair Hopes
Hot weather, low energy, and a few small wins. On July 12, I battled heat, fatigue, and a sluggish AC while trying to stay productive. From wheelchair push tracking and low-calorie intake to laundry, Minecraft editing, and advocating for better mobility gear, it was a quiet but meaningful day in disabled life.