Staying Steady with MiniMed780G: Diabetes Control During Ramadan

Fasting during Ramadan with Type 1 diabetes. Sounds tough, right? But the MiniMed780G system might just be the game-changer many people need. A study from Saudi Arabia looked into how well this smart insulin pump kept blood sugar levels steady before, during, and after Ramadan. The team from Dallah Hospital collected data from 43 people with Type 1 diabetes who used the MiniMed780G system. They checked their blood sugar levels and insulin doses over three months, covering the holy month of Ramadan. Guess what? The results were pretty impressive. The MiniMed780G system kept blood sugar levels stable throughout the fasting and non-fasting periods. No big spikes or drops, and no major health scares like diabetic ketoacidosis or severe hypoglycemia. So, if you’re fasting with Type 1 diabetes, the MiniMed780G system could be a reliable friend. It's like having a smart helper who keeps your blood sugar in check, making life a bit easier during Ramadan.