Juicebox Podcast: Type 1 Diabetes #379 Defining Diabetes: Somogyi Effect
The second in a three-part series describing what naturally occurs to blood sugars when we first wake up and prepare to start the day. Here, Scott and Jenny define the Somogyi effect, a morning high (rebound) blood sugar which may occur after an overnight low blood sugar. They discuss the the biological reasons for the Somogyi effect and origins of the unusual terminology.
Scott and Jenny Smith, CDE define the terms that are at the center of your type 1 diabetes care.
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Jennifer holds a Bachelor's Degree in Human Nutrition and Biology from the University of Wisconsin. She is a Registered (and Licensed) Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and Certified Trainer on most makes/models of insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitoring systems. You can reach Jenny at jennifer@integrateddiabetes.com
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