Urša was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2003. Years later, a wake-up call led her to transform her lifestyle—and dramatically reduce her insulin needs. Today, she shares her journey and practical tips on her website Moj sladkor – Čista 5ka (My Glucose – Perfect A), inspiring others with diabetes to live healthier, more balanced lives.
Žiga Papež is a 30-year-old from Slovenia,
an elite athlete, and a former professional tennis player. He is the host of the Sladek Lajf (Sweet Life) podcast and the first person with diabetes to successfully complete the extreme North Cape 4000 cycling challenge. His mission is to raise awareness about diabetes—through education and, most importantly, by setting an example that people with diabetes can live a healthy and fulfilling life.
The holiday season is just around the corner, and it can be a real challenge for diabetics who, when faced with a table full of delicious food, can’t help but think about what to put on their plate and count the carbs. We’ve prepared some simple guidelines to help keep your blood sugar levels stable during this festive time.
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