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Living with diabetes makes dessert time a little more complicated. The good news is that there are lots of yummy treats that won’t mess up your blood sugar while also satisfying your sweet tooth! Next time you’re craving something post-dinner, try out one of these delicious treats.  Raspberry-Mocha Cake  The first dessert is beautiful, delicious and blood sugar friendly all in one! This recipe makes 16, 1-piece servings – the perfect size to share with the whole family.  Ingredients:  Two 8-ounce packages of chocolate sugar-free, low-fat cake mix  1 ½ cups of brewed chocolate-almond flavored coffee  1 ¼ cups of raspberry spreadable fruit, melted  Two ½ ounce packages of sugar-free instant cocoa mix  One 1.3-ounce envelope of sugar-free whipped topping mix  ½ cup of fat-free cold milk  ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract  Directions:  Preheat

  Interested to learn more about Continuous Glucose Monitoring? Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) systems track glucose levels throughout the day. CGM users insert a tiny sensor wire just under their skin using an automatic applicator. An adhesive patch holds the CGM sensor housing in place so the sensor can measure glucose readings in interstitial fluid throughout the day and night.    Just as in life, the Continuous Glucose Monitoring arena is full of choices.  The brands have unique features that make them better choices for different people.  Below is a comparison with the pros and cons of some of the CGMs now available.       FreeStyle Libre   Dexcom G6   Medtronic Guardian III Available Online!   Available Online!         --

  Did you know your insurance may cover the purchase of a pair of Diabetic Shoes and Insoles? What exactly are Diabetic Shoes? They are specially designed shoes intended to offer protection for diabetic feet and reduce the risk of skin breakdown, primarily in cases of poor circulation, neuropathy and foot deformities. They're specifically constructed to provide pain relief and enhanced levels of comfort. In order to qualify for diabetic shoes and insoles through Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans, patients must be diagnosed with diabetes and a related issue with their feet. Most insurances will reimburse for one pair of diabetic shoes and three pair of insoles per year, as well as other accommodations to insoles like toe filler. There are two items of documentation required: office notes and a prescription. Hart Medical Equipment has an order form to help with the ordering process.  Insurance requires that patients see their physician for what’s called

What is CGM and How Does it Work? Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) systems track glucose levels throughout the day. CGM users insert a tiny sensor wire just under their skin using an automatic applicator. An adhesive patch holds the CGM sensor housing in place so the sensor can measure glucose readings in interstitial fluid throughout the day and night.    A small, reusable transmitter connects to the sensor wire and sends real-time readings wirelessly to a receiver, so the user can view the information. With some systems, a compatible smart device (cell phone) with the CGM system app can serve as the display device. The receiver or compatible smart device displays current glucose levels, as well as historical trends in levels. Unlike a blood glucose meter (BGM), which provides just a single glucose reading, CGM systems can provide real-time, dynamic glucose information every five minutes — up to 288 readings in a 24-hour period.  Users can gain valuable