Hey 👋 Reader! This has been a big month. I passed my BC-ADM exam, spent a few days at the ADCES conference soaking up what’s new in the field, and came home with a lot to share. Let’s get into it. 📜 I’m Now BC-ADM Certified 🎉 A quick explainer, since I know not everyone knows what this means. BC-ADM stands for Board Certified – Advanced Diabetes Management. It’s a credential for clinicians who work at an advanced level across diabetes care, medication management, complex regimens, and...
30 days ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, 👋 I looked at my calendar this week and realized July had gone by without me sending anything. So this one is arriving a few days into August. Here's what's been on my mind. I've been watching the new season of The Pitt. One storyline follows a person with diabetes who ends up in the emergency room in diabetic ketoacidosis, and the reason he ends up there isn't carelessness. He couldn't afford his insulin, so he stretched what he had. I won't spoil the rest for you. But it stayed...
about 2 months ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader! 👋 Hope you're enjoying summer, and maybe the World Cup too! Here in Boston, there's certainly no shortage of things going on. A lot has also been happening in the diabetes world lately. Three updates crossed my radar, and I think they're worth sharing. Some may directly affect you or someone you care about. Others are worth bookmarking for a future conversation with your care team. Let's get into it. 📊 THIS MONTH'S HIGHLIGHTS Once-weekly insulin is on the horizon For people with...
3 months ago • 4 min read
Hi there 👋🏻, This is my April-May combined newsletter. I'll be honest, a few weeks of solo parenting and a work trip got the better of me, and April just slipped by. By the time I noticed, it was already mid-May. So here we are. I hope you'll forgive the gap. I think many of you know what it feels like when life just takes over. 😊 And honestly, I'm glad I waited. The story I wanted to share with you has a nicer ending now. Before Mother's Day, I had a session with a client who was dreading...
4 months ago • 4 min read
Happy National Nutrition Month! 🎉 This year's theme is "Discover the Power of Nutrition" — and it couldn't feel more timely. March has been a big month for me personally, and I'm excited to share some updates with you before we dive in. A couple of things I want you to know: First — I'm now licensed to see clients in Georgia! If you or someone you know has been looking for culturally-informed diabetes nutrition support in GA, I'd love to connect. Second — many of you know I've been heads-down...
6 months ago • 4 min read
Happy Lunar New Year to all who are celebrating! This year marks the Year of the Fire Horse—a powerful symbol of strength and perseverance in overcoming obstacles. The Fire Horse also brings transformation, and I hope you harness this positive energy to transform your health and other areas of your life. As we gather with family and friends around tables filled with traditional foods, I know many of you face the challenge of balancing cultural celebration with blood sugar management. This...
8 months ago • 3 min read
Hi there, As we close out 2025, I'm writing to you from a place of reflection and gratitude. This past month, I took time away to visit family during the holidays. I've also been working on a textbook chapter on diabetes care—still more work to do there, but it's coming along! As we wrap up the year, I invite you to think about your health journey—not with judgment, but with curiosity and compassion. 📊 THIS MONTH'S HIGHLIGHTS Five Questions for Your Health Reflection Here are five powerful...
9 months ago • 3 min read
Hi there, 👋 October has been a month of breaking down walls—specifically, the invisible walls we build around what we think diabetes management "should" look like. After 15 years of working with Asian Americans managing diabetes, I've noticed something: we often focus intensely on what we eat while overlooking other powerful factors that affect our blood sugar. This month, I want to share insights about the hidden influences on your numbers—and how shifting your mindset can be just as...
11 months ago • 5 min read
Hi Reader, This month has brought big changes to our household—my kiddo started preschool, and we're all adjusting to new schedules and energy levels. As I navigate this transition, I'm reminded that accepting "new normals" is something many of us face, whether it's a child's school schedule or adjusting to life with diabetes. As September comes to a close and we look ahead to the final quarter of 2025, making it the perfect time to reflect on our health goals and adjust our approach. This...
12 months ago • 5 min read