11/14/2025
It’s World Diabetes Day and today we’re breaking down some of the most common misconceptions about Type 1 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes isn’t caused by sugar, weight, or lifestyle factors. It’s an autoimmune disease that requires constant monitoring, insulin dosing, and decision-making every single day. Pumps and CGMs help, but they don’t replace the work. And yes, people with T1D can eat sugar, exercise, travel, and live full lives- it just takes more planning than most people even realize.
If you’re looking for real conversations, support, and lived experience from others managing Type 1 diabetes, our Diabetes Support Community is here for you: https://www.inspire.com/groups/diabetes/