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!