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So, I haven't really written about my son's Type 1 Diabetes in a while. It was on purpose, because more of the same business happens -- he over carbs his food dose, his blood sugar goes low and then I have to wake up at night and make him drink a juice box. It's frustrating as he ignores or sleeps ...
If you love Israel or Middle Eastern food, chances are you're already a fan of Za'atar (you might spell it Zaatar) - which is a spice blend containing toasted sesame seeds, thyme, marjoram, coriander, oregano. Last week I picked up Trader Joe's Za'atar Seasoning Blend and loved it. I had some ...
I've had an air fryer for several years now, but what I haven't been able to manage is a good grilled-style chicken breast - until now. While it's made in an air fryer, this will taste exactly like the delicious grilled chicken you love. Simple doesn't have to mean bland, you know. But this ...
We dropped my son at diabetes camp recently and while I've been to sleepaway camp for years and my daughter has also been at that sleepaway camp, diabetes camp is slightly different. It's still a sleepaway camp but it's a great place for children who have Type 1 Diabetes to go and still have that ...
This post contains affiliate links. Please see our disclosure policy for more information. My family loves this simple dish of gluten free Garlic Butter Shrimp with Linguine. Last year my husband was diagnosed with Celiac and we had to change a lot of the brands we've used and the ways we eat. ...
I was compensated by Med-IQ through an educational grant from Novo Nordisk Inc. to write about the realities of obesity as a chronic disease. All opinions are my own. Obesity is something that I’ve been aware of since I was eleven years old. I went on my first diet at age 18, to look “good “for ...
This post contains affiliate links. Oh, Instant Pot, let me count the ways that I love you. I've owned an Instant Pot Electric Pressure Cooker since 2017 when my brother told me all the delicious things he was able to make for himself. I bought the Instant Pot Duo 6 quart and I love it. This is why ...
This post is sponsored by Depend, but as always, all opinions are my own. Who misses travel? I know I do. I miss seeing new places and experiencing new adventures. But I’ve also had a break from experiencing incontinence while being so on the go during this recent stressful last year. I know my ...
My husband and I love our coffee (even though we do try to stick to 1-2 cups a day). After owning many coffeemakers over the years, we have found one that we plan on sticking to - Hamilton Beach's BrewStation 12 Cup Coffeemaker. You can make anything from 1 cup of coffee to 12 cups so easily! You ...
This post is sponsored by Epson. As always, all opinions are my own. There are affiliate links in this post.Giveaway is now closed, winners are being notified! Ever take a trip to Philadelphia with your kids? Epson recently asked my family and I to check out Crayola IDEAWorks at the Franklin ...
Updated: All New Yorkers age 16 and older are now eligible for the vaccine. Credit to: NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene )If you are eligible, find a vaccination site near you: nyc.gov/vaccinefinderTo make an appointment at a City-run site, eligible New Yorkers can call ...
This post contains affiliate links.I'm a huge fan of lentils, especially lentil soups. But since I adore my Instant Pot, could I adapt my favorite red lentil soup recipe for it? Why yes, I could totally make Instant Pot Red Lentil Soup and it came out fantastic. This is based on a recipe that my ...
This post contains affiliate links. We all know we need fruits and veggies, but even as a fruit and veggie lover, I find myself struggling to get my daily share. Imagine being a really picky kid and it becomes even worse! Imagine having three kids and a husband that are picky eaters (yes, that's ...
Whether you spell it Hamantachen, hamentashen, or hamentashan, it's not Purim without these cookies! What's your favorite filling? A little natural fruit spread and coconut make a delicious filling for hamentashen cookies for Purim. One of the fun combinations I came up with was cherry and coconut. ...
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