Diabetes Self-Management

Your Questions Answered

Have a diabetes question on your mind? I have answers! This edition is dedicated to some common conundrums that crop up at this time of year, as well as information about the gut microbiome, a trending topic in health and wellness.

Q I’m craving warmer beverages in the winter months but know that some of the things I like contain a lot of sugar. What can I drink?

Sipping on warm beverages during the winter can be so comforting, but many common cold-weather items like hot chocolate, apple cider, and even specialty coffee drinks

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