Caleah

Since my type 1 diabetes (T1D) diagnosis, I have to constantly check my blood sugar levels, take note of what I eat and count carbs. I have to take care that I am not too high or too low. It is something I constantly have to take care of.

I want people to know that it is not because I eat too much sugar or have poor health habits that I have T1D. On the contrary, we cannot prevent getting a T1D diagnosis. Our pancreas ceases to produce insulin.

Having better research and progress into T1D would facilitate our lives. And a cure would mean freedom and peace of mind. No more checking blood sugars, carb counting or worrying about my blood glucose levels.

Having T1D does not prevent you from following your dreams.