Belinda O’Connell, MS, RD, CDCES

Understanding Hypoglycemia in Type 1 Diabetes

April 6, 2020

When you think about diabetes and blood glucose control, the first thing that comes to mind is probably avoiding high blood glucose levels. After all, … Read More “Understanding Hypoglycemia in Type 1 Diabetes”

Managing Hyperglycemia

March 3, 2021

With your doctor’s help, your diabetes educator can help you learn to self-manage your diabetes by working through the challenges of managing hyperglycemia…

Understanding Hypoglycemia

March 3, 2021

Controlling blood glucose is more than just managing the “highs”; it also involves preventing and managing the “lows,” or hypoglycemia…

Boning Up on Bone Health

April 30, 2014

Most of us do not think about the health of our bones very often. We tend to take their supporting presence for granted. But perhaps we shouldn’t. Without strong bones, many daily activities can become increasingly difficult to do…

Taking Steps Toward Healthy Feet

July 28, 2016

By learning about the risks for foot problems and ways to take proper care of your feet, you raise your chances of keeping them for a lifetime…

Are You Label-Able?

June 22, 2006

Eating healthfully and following a meal plan are key components of good diabetes care whether you use oral medicines, insulin, or diet and exercise to manage your diabetes. Knowing how to read a food label can help you choose healthful foods, figure out…