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Why Blood Sugar Rises Twice After Pizza, Pasta and Potatoes in Type 1 Diabetes

If you’re raising a child or teen with Type 1 Diabetes, you may have noticed something strange after certain meals. Pizza, pasta, potatoes…sometimes their blood glucose looks fine at first, then hours later-boom!- it rises again. That’s what many families call the “double spike.” But why does it happen, and what can you do about it? Let’s break it down…

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10 Tips to Help Children and Teens with T1D Learn Carb Counting

Carb counting can feel like a whole new language when your child is first diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes. The goal isn’t perfection, it’s building confidence and independence over time. Here’s how to make carb counting a natural part of every day life- at home, school and beyond…

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Hydration Heroes: Why Water is a Type 1 Superpower

For toddlers, children and teens living with Type 1, water isn’t just about quenching thirst. It’s a powerful tool for blood sugar control, hormone balance, healthy growth and even sensor accuracy. Here’s why hydration deserves just as much attention as carb counting…

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