Mary Ellen Phipps, MPH, RDN, LD

Quick Protein Snacks with 7+ Grams of Protein

Let’s review some of my favorite quick protein snacks with 7 or more grams of protein!

February 13, 2023 2 Comments

Navigating College with Diabetes: Dorm Checklist, Safety Tips & Meal Ideas

College is an exciting time, but that doesn’t mean the transition is easy, especially when you have diabetes. This resource will go over tips and tricks to navigate college with diabetes and prepare well for this new chapter.

February 10, 2023 No Comments

Free Printable Valentine’s Day Cards (with funny food puns)

Whether you’re looking for a fun gift for a friend, teacher, family member, child, or co-worker, I’ve got the perfect small gift ideas for you! Grab your free food themed Valentine’s Day printables below!

January 23, 2023 1 Comment

Top Continuous Glucose Monitoring Devices

Continuous Glucose Monitoring Devices have come a long way in the last 10 years!

January 13, 2023 3 Comments

Diabetes Insulin Pump 101 & Top Brands

There’s a lot to consider when choosing an insulin pump.

January 13, 2023 2 Comments

Sugar and Diabetes (+ How Much Added Sugar is Okay Per Day?)

Whether it’s an article claiming sugar causes diabetes, or someone asking if you can still eat sugar when you have diabetes, odds are you’ve seen or heard something about sugar and diabetes. Below, we cover everything you need to know in an easy to understand way.

January 11, 2023 1 Comment

Foods to Avoid While Taking Metformin (+ Foods to Focus on)

In this post, we’ll discuss food to avoid while taking metformin and foods to focus on.

January 5, 2023 No Comments

Signs of Diabetes in Kids (+ Resources for Parents)

A diabetes diagnosis is life changing for an adult, but for kids it can have an even greater effect if not caught in time. It’s important to know the signs of diabetes in kids, especially if your child is at an increased risk of developing diabetes.

December 27, 2022 No Comments

Traveling with Diabetes: Expert Tips & Key Things to Consider

One of the key things to managing diabetes well is staying consistent in your daily routines… and when you’re traveling with diabetes, life is anything but consistent right?!

December 20, 2022 4 Comments

How Does Your Period Affect Your Blood Sugar?

The fluctuating hormones, energy level changes, and appetite swings that come with different stages of the menstrual cycle can all impact blood sugar levels and diabetes management. So, let’s take a closer look at just how does your period impact your blood sugar?

December 17, 2022 No Comments

How to Calculate Net Carbs vs Total Carbs & How They Differ

If you’ve spent any amount of time living with diabetes, you’ve certainly heard the term net carbs. But, what’s the difference between net carbs vs total carbs?

November 18, 2022 1 Comment

is almond flour good for diabetes? almond flour glycemic index graphic

Almond Flour Glycemic Index and Effect on Blood Sugar

Almond flour is one of my favorite flours to work with! The combination of less carbs, and more protein and fat result in a low almond flour glycemic index.

November 14, 2022 2 Comments