Transcend Warrior – Katrina Bastos

Katrina's Story

April 27, 2020
My Story:

I am an active hiker and weightlifter. Having Transcend Glucose Gels in my pockets while I am exercising gives me peace of mind knowing that I have a low treatment close by! I love how easy they are to open, and how portable the packaging is! I take them with me on all adventures!

My Health Details
Type of Diabetes:Type 1
Low blood sugar instances per week:1-3 Instances
Daily number of times checking blood sugar:1-3 times/day
Managing Diabetes with:Insulin Pump
What age were you diagnosed with diabetes?6-10
How long does it typically take you to come up when you are low?Under 1 hour
How has Transcend helped treat your low blood sugars?

These glucose gels are my go to every time! They are the best tasting and best consistency! I think the strawberry flavor
tastes just like jam!

Do you have a diabetic hero that you look up to? If so, who and why?

T1d chick!! She’s my favorite diabetes influencer and helped me get more involved in the Type 1 community!

What is your biggest challenge with diabetes?

How everyday is so different!

What have you learned from your experiences with diabetes?

I can overcome anything life throws at me!