Mary Ellen Phipps, MPH, RDN, LD

Mary Ellen Phipps, MPH, RDN, LD, the founder of Milk & Honey Nutrition, is a diabetes dietitian (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist) renowned for combining her knowledge of diabetes and culinary expertise into easy-to-follow recipes and articles!

managing blood sugar at the pool t1d summer guide

Managing Blood Sugar at the Pool: A T1D Guide for Summer

Summer pool days can feel relaxing, fun, and refreshing. But for people living with type 1 diabetes, managing blood sugar at the pool means extra planning. Heat, sun exposure, activity levels, and hydration can all affect blood sugar. Understanding how swimming affects blood sugar can help you stay safe and enjoy more time in the water.

7 tips for swimming with diabetes devices

7 Tips for Swimming With Diabetes Devices

Swimming, beach days, lake trips, and pool parties can all be part of a healthy, active lifestyle when you’re living with diabetes. But, swimming with diabetes devices and navigating water activities can take a little extra planning.

does hot weather affect blood sugar

Does Hot Weather Affect Blood Sugar?

From dehydration to changes in insulin absorption, heat and humidity can impact blood sugar levels in several ways. Understanding the connection between diabetes and hot weather can help you stay safe, feel better, and maintain more stable glucose levels all summer long.

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