Colleen
About Colleen
For over eight years, Colleen Kelly has been working as a diabetes certified educator (DCE) in the United Kingdom. She has a passion for diabetes care, management and education.
Over her years working with people with diabetes, Colleen understands how difficult change is and how maintaining healthy habits can be challenging. By understanding these challenges, they have helped Colleen inspire and support those who are newly diagnosed with diabetes or who are life-long diabetics by providing practical advice, educational resources, and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of those living with diabetes.
Her goal is to continue to help diabetics with their questions or needs by providing practical advice and change in one's life. From educating them on why it's important to check your glucose numbers often to creating an easy-to-undersand diabetes management plan – Colleen is there every step of the way.
In her spare time she loves baking, writing, and watching Downton Abbey with her partner and their two cats, Alfie and George.
Colleen's Work
9 High Blood Sugar Causes to Be Aware Of
Hyperglycemia causes may include forgetting to take insulin or not taking enough insulin, consuming too many carbs, feelings of stress and more.
The Dangers of Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Nonketotic Syndrome
Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic Nonketotic Syndrome (HHNS) is a serious medical condition caused by blood glucose levels that are dangerously high.
How to Prevent Blood Sugars from Rising During Sleep
Having a high blood sugar in the morning can ruin your day. Thankfully, there are a few ways to prevent your blood sugars from rising during sleep.
Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes symptoms can easily go unnoticed. In fact, some people can have diabetes for years before symptoms develop!
What Is the Main Cause of Insulin Resistance?
The cause of insulin resistance is not fully understood. However, there are several risk factors that seem to contribute to its development.
What Does Insulin Do? And What Is It?
What is insulin and is it a complex or intimidating treatment? Find out what insulin is and more information on using insulin to treat diabetes here.
Everything You Need To Know About Interval Training And Diabetes
Interval training is a type of exercise that is beneficial for people with type 2 diabetes. Read on to learn more about interval training and diabetes here.
Is Nerve Damage a Complication of Diabetes?
Diabetic neuropathy is caused by a number of factors including high blood sugar levels, uncontrolled diabetes, having kidney disease, and being overweight.