Farah Williams, type one diabetic, looking at blood glucose on iphone, outside, drinking coffee

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Farah williams, type one diabetic, looking at blood sugar on apple watch

Blood sugar on iphone with closed laptop

Whether you're living with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) or supporting someone who is, I'm glad you're here. I've lived with Type 1 for over 30 years, and this space is where I'm sharing stories, tips, and real-life reflections from my journey as I live with T1D and learn along the way. I'd love to hear from you so that we can learn together.

My Life. My Blog.

Find a snapshot of what I'm going to focus on this year.

→ Read my focus for 2026

Planning a patio cutting garden, inspired by a thoughtful, step-by-step approach from living with Type 1 Diabetes

💐 How I’m Creating a Patio Cutting Garden (Starting with the Space First)

Designing a simple patio garden, starting with the space first, just like I've learned living with T1D.

5 days ago3 min read

Checking a Dexcom CGM reading and keeping glucose tablets nearby as part of the daily routine of living with Type 1 diabetes.

What People Don’t See About Managing Type 1 Diabetes

Living with Type 1 diabetes often looks simple from the outside, but many of the daily decisions and adjustments happen quietly behind the scenes. Here’s a look at the small, often unseen realities of managing Type 1 diabetes every day.

Mar 102 min read

🍝 Comfort Ziti Recipe | A Cozy, Balanced Baked Pasta for My T1D Life

A cozy comfort ziti recipe made with homemade tomato sauce and fresh mozzarella. A balanced baked pasta I enjoy as part of my Type 1 diabetes lifestyle.

Feb 283 min read

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Low blood sugar is one of those things you have to be prepared for.

These are my go-to low blood sugar snacks that I reach for when my numbers drop. Nothing fancy — just things I know work for my body.

✔️ Glucose tabs
✔️ Gummy bears
✔️ Gatorade
✔️ Peanut butter crackers

I shared more details in my latest blog post “My Go-To Low Blood Sugar Snacks”.

👉🏾 Read it on farahst1dlife.com → My Blog

If you’re managing diabetes too, I’d love to hear: what do you always keep nearby for lows?

#Type1Diabetes #T1DLife #LowBloodSugar #Hypoglycemia #BloodSugarLows
Not medical advice — just sharing what works for me. Always follow your care team’s guidance.

✨ 2026 Focus: Staying Healthy by Maintaining Balance (with Type 1 Diabetes) ✨

One thing I’m doing differently this year is focusing on balance — including making time to pamper myself. 🔗 I posted the full goal on farahst1dlife.com → My blog

Today looks like: haircut + nails + massage 💆🏽‍♀️💅🏽 And yes… this counts as health. Because staying balanced impacts my blood sugars just as much as healthy food does.

Also… 103 mg/dL while I’m taking care of myself? We love to see it 😅✨

🫶🏽 If you’re working on your health this year too — what’s ONE small thing you’re doing to stay consistent?

👏🏽 Special thanks to @whitneylovezhair for a beautiful cut + color (to cover those pesky grays 😅✨).

#Type1Diabetes #T1D #T1DLife #DiabetesCommunity #DiabeticLife #InsulinDependent #BloodSugarManagement #DiabetesWellness #HealthGoals #SelfCareDay #WellnessJourney #HealthyHabits #LifestyleBlogger #FarahsT1DLife

Some days, managing Type 1 Diabetes means handling more than blood sugar — it means caring for your mind, too.

This post isn’t about fixing it — it’s about giving yourself permission to pause, feel, and breathe through the moments that feel like a lot.

💭 Read my latest blog: “🌿 Finding Calm with Type 1 Diabetes: How I Make Space to Breathe”
farahst1dlife.com → My Blog 🩵 Link in bio

#Type1Diabetes #T1DLife #MentalHealthAwareness #ChronicIllness #farahst1dlife #DiabetesCommunity #MindfulLiving #T1DStrong

👉🏽 Read my Focus for 2026
Go to farahst1dlife.com → My Blog (link in bio)

Share in the comments: Are you setting intentions this year, or letting things unfold?

When a new week begins, I focus on what there is to be grateful for.

This week, I’m grateful for:

✨ technology that keeps me safe
✨ people who check in
✨ a body that keeps trying
✨ the quiet moments in between

Gratitude doesn’t erase the hard parts — but it softens the view. 💙
What’s one thing you’re grateful for as we start this week?

#FarahsT1DLife #Type1Diabetes #T1DLife #DiabetesCommunity #T1DStrong #MentalHealthAndDiabetes #ChronicIllnessLife #GratitudePractice #WeeklyIntention #GraceOverPerfection #FindingSteadyAgain #YouAreNotAlone #AutoimmuneLife #InvisibleIllnessAwareness #DiabetesBurnout #T1DSupport #chronicillnesscommunity

Sharing my personal T1D experience — not medical advice 💙

Managing diabetes is more than carb counts and checking your sugar. It’s the constant thinking, the planning, never getting a break, and the exhaustion no one sees.

Some days it feels like a full-time job I didn’t apply for, can’t quit, and don’t get a vacation from.
When you layer “regular life” on top… it can be overwhelming in a way that’s hard to explain.

If you’re overwhelmed, tired, or just need to hear “me too”— I wrote this for you. 💙

✨ NEW ON THE BLOG ✨
Mental Health & Type 1 Diabetes: When Everyday Life Feels Like A Lot

👇🏾 Read the full post
farahst1dlife.com
(Link in bio)

Share this with someone who gets it. ☕💙
We don’t have to navigate diabetes alone. 🫶🏾

#FarahsT1DLife #MentalHealthAndDiabetes #T1DLife #ChronicIllnessCommunity #GraceOverPerfection #YouAreNotAlone #findingsteadyagain

Disclaimer: Sharing my personal T1D experience — not giving medical advice 💙
Please talk to your doctor for your own healthcare decisions.

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About Me

Hi, I'm Farah - curious, open-minded, home cook, and 30+ year T1D veteran.

I was diagnosed at 11, and I've been learning ever since — how to adjust, adapt, and live fully with Type 1. Over the years, I've found small, sustainable changes that work for me — in my food, daily life, and how I manage my health. I know consistency is key — and I'll be honest, it's something I still struggle with.

This blog is where I share what's helped:

Everyday challenges and wins.
Recipes I've adapted to be diabetic-friendly.
Reflections on life with T1D — career, relationships, and everything in between.

Whether you're living with Type 1 or loving someone who is — I'm really glad you're here.

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Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional. The content shared on Farah’s T1D Life reflects my personal experiences living with Type 1 Diabetes. It is intended for informational and community purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please consult your doctor or qualified healthcare provider for guidance about your own health, treatment, or any medical questions you may have.