Living with Type 1 Diabetes

Often the focus is on type 2 diabetes in the community, but today our attention will be on type 1 diabetes.
Type 1 diabetes is an auto immune condition where the beta cells in the pancreas, which produce insulin, are destroyed by the body’s immune system. Although there is currently no way to prevent or cure type 1 diabetes, it can be well managed through diet and exercise, leading to a happy and healthy life.
The recommended blood glucose level (BGL) targets for an individual with type 1 diabetes:
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Whats on your plate?

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Is it gluten or wheat intolerance?

Gluten is a protein found in grains such as wheat, rye and barley. Some people may be intolerant to wheat, however this is not the same as coeliac disease. When someone has coeliac disease they have an immune reaction following the ingestion of gluten. Coeliac disease primarily affects the small intestine, and can lead to severe inflammation and malabsorption over time. The symptoms of coeliac disease and wheat allergies/intolerances are quite distinct, so getting an accurate diagnosis is often easier than you think.
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Iron rich sources of food

Iron is an essential nutrient found in many different foods. Its primary role is to transport oxygen around the body. When you don’t consume enough iron you may feel fatigued, have pale skin or feel out of breath with minimal activity. Men and women have very different iron needs. Women in their reproductive years typically require more iron due to menstrual losses each month.
So, with all that in mind where do we actually get iron from?
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