Diabetes Health

11/17/2025

If you—or someone you love—is navigating life with diabetes, I invite you to join Diabetes Health on Substack.

I’ve spent over 35 years fighting for better, smarter diabetes care as a publisher, advocate, and educator. Now, I’m taking things deeper and more personal—with weekly articles, recipes, insights, and wellness strategies curated just for you.

This week on Substack:
🍒 A low-carb cranberry sauce recipe from my Sugar Happy Kitchen series—perfect for the holidays, without the sugar spikes.

What you’ll get when you subscribe:

🔍 Latest research and tools for managing diabetes

🍽 Low-carb, sugar-smart recipes for everyday living

🧠 Insights from someone who’s lived diabetes every day—personally and professionally

🤝 A vibrant community that truly gets it

💌 Click the link and join my tribe of seekers—people who want to live well, eat well, and stay informed on their diabetes journey.

Let’s walk this path together—with food, knowledge, and hope. 🌟

I am a patient advocate. I help people living with diabetes make informed decisions to avoid the devastating effects of diabetes complications. Click to read Nadia Al-Samarrie, a Substack publication. Launched 19 hours ago.

10/30/2025

The GLP-1 Guide: Science, Soul, and the Future of Wellness

As someone who has spent decades immersed in diabetes care, publishing stories, and connecting with people navigating this complex condition, I’ve watched the evolution of treatment with both curiosity and hope.

GLP-1 medications are changing the conversation — not only about blood sugar and weight, but about how we relate to our bodies, our hunger, and even our sense of self. There’s both science and soul in this journey.

In this piece, I explore:
How GLP-1s work and what makes them unique
What questions to ask your healthcare provider before starting therapy
And how this new class of medication might reshape our collective relationship with food, wellness, and healing

I wrote this because we’re standing at a crossroads — where medicine, mindfulness, and personal empowerment finally meet.

If you’re navigating diabetes or supporting someone who is, I hope this gives you insight, inspiration, and a deeper sense of possibility.

The GLP-1 Guide: Science, Soul, and the Future of Wellness - Diabetes Health - Part 1 – What Are GLP-1 Medications and Why Everyone’s Talking About Them From Diabetes Health’s continuing GLP-1 Guide series — exploring the

03/27/2025

The Surprising Link Between Leaky Gut & Diabetes 🚨
Did you know that a compromised gut barrier could be making diabetes worse? 💡 Science shows that leaky gut allows harmful toxins into the bloodstream, triggering inflammation and insulin resistance. Discover how gut health plays a crucial role in managing diabetes and what you can do to protect your metabolism!

👉 Read the full article to learn more:

The Hidden Link Between Gut Health and Diabetes - Diabetes Health - The Hidden Link Between Gut Health and Diabetes For years, diabetes has been linked to diet, lifestyle, and genetics. But recent research suggests that

02/09/2025

https://www.diabeteshealth.com/evidence-based-benefits-what-research-says-about-thc-cream-for-neuropathic-pain/

Evidence-Based Benefits: What Research Says About THC Cream for Neuropathic Pain - Diabetes Health - When you live with diabetic neuropathy, managing that relentless nerve pain can feel like an uphill battle. Traditional treatments like gabapentin,

02/07/2025

https://www.diabeteshealth.com/10-things-that-affect-blood-sugar-levels-and-what-is-considered-dangerous/

10 Things That Affect Blood Sugar Levels and What is Considered Dangerous - Diabetes Health - Diabetes management revolves around keeping blood sugar levels within a healthy range. However, various factors can impact these levels, sometimes making

02/05/2025

Don't Beat Yourself Up for High Blood Sugars. There is a simple way to manage the highs and letting go of the complication fears.

12/19/2024

https://www.diabeteshealth.com/thc-cream-for-pain-relief-a-promising-approach-for-neuropathy/

THC Cream for Pain Relief: A Promising Approach for Neuropathy - Diabetes Health - Finding effective relief can be challenging and often frustrating for individuals suffering from chronic pain, particularly neuropathy. Traditional

12/18/2024

https://www.diabeteshealth.com/alzheimers-the-metabolic-diet-to-memory-health/

Alzheimer's: The Metabolic Diet to Memory Health - Diabetes Health - Metabolism is your body's engine—it breaks down the food you eat into energy to keep you alive and functioning. When people talk about having a "slow

11/09/2024

Free Blood Sugar Guide for National Diabetes Awareness Month. Publisher and diabetes patient advocate Nadia Al-Samarrie is offering a free blood sugar management guide to support the millions of Americans affected by diabetes and pre-diabetes. With four generations in her family affected by type 2 diabetes and a family member with type 1, Nadia is dedicated to empowering people to make informed health choices to prevent the devastating effects of diabetes complications.

The guide, available for free throughout November, provides essential tips and tools for managing blood sugar levels and staying proactive for better health outcomes.

Opt In to Get Your Free Blood Sugar Guide! - Blood Sugar

07/04/2024

https://www.diabeteshealth.com/diabetes-health-type-1-type-2-my-4th-of-july-tips/

Diabetes Health Type 1 & Type 2: My Four 4th Of July Tips - Diabetes Health - By Nadia Al-Samarrie The holidays are never an easy time for people with diabetes. Temptations loom everywhere with family and friend invitations to

03/03/2024

https://www.diabeteshealth.com/when-a-miracle-type-2-med-ozempic-doesnt-work/

When Ozempic Does Not Work

When a “Miracle” Type 2 Med Ozempic Doesn’t Work - Diabetes Health - By Patrick Totty  My pharmacist recently recommended that I start taking Ozempic, the type 2 medication that has become a white-hot sensation among