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Jay Cutler and Type 1 Diabetes

Diabetes isn't just something that occurs in kids and ordinary people. Jay Cutler of the Chicago Bears(former Denver Broncos QB) was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes when he was twenty-five. At that time he was playing for the Denver Broncos, living a normal life. Eating whatever he wanted and drinking regular drinks. His life changed like mine did. Interviewers asked him " How has Type 1 Diabetes affect your social life?" Cutler answered "I try to eat well and make sure I get rest, but those are things any NFL player has to do—with or without diabetes. I still like to go out with friends in a responsible way." This shows that Cutler life hasn't changed, just the way his body works has changed. Cutler goes on to say how he prepares for a game. " check my blood sugar about four or five times before the game—I try to stay around 150-160 before kickoff. When you get the adrenaline rushing, things can change pretty quickly, so when we come off the field after an offensive series in the first half, I'll test to make sure I'm not getting low.

There are definitely dangers out there, and we try to avoid them at all costs. That's why we check as many times as we do. I think the worst thing imaginable would be to get really low and pass out in the middle of a play or in the huddle. That would scare a lot of people. I try to avoid it as much as possible, but it's still a reality. It could happen. Jay Cutler is just like any other person, just he plays in the NFL. He faces the same challenges that any other diabetic faces daily. 

Essential Questions

I used these questions because it's events that have happened to me before. These questions are topics that are close to my heart. I was told that I would not be successful, and that bothered me. Ever since,  I have accomplished many things, including getting accepted into Early College. My life never changed, and I want other diabetics to know they can do everything they have dreamed of.


1. Can people with Type 1 diabetes be just as succesful in sports, music, and everything else?

2. What charateristics of a diabetic make it possible for them to be like any other person?

3. Why couldn't a Type 1 diabetic be an athlete? Singer?

4. What is the diffrence between someone with Type 1 diabetes and someone without it? Is one better than the other?

5. What are diabetics treated so petite like? For example, someone saying " Do you still have Diabetes?" or " Are you okay, don't want you fainting?"

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Ellin, Abby. "Diabetic and Determined." nytimes.com. N.p., 26 July 2007. Web. 2 Oct. 2012. <http://www.nytimes.com/2007/07/26/fashion/26fitness.html?pagewanted=1&_r=2scp=1&sq=phil southerland&st=nyt>.

Parker-Pope, Tara . "Broncos Quarterback Joins Roster of Athletes With Diabetes - NYTimes.com." Health and Wellness - Well Blog - NYTimes.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 9 Oct. 2012. <http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2008/05/02/broncos-quarterback-joins-roster-of-athletes-with-diabetes/>.

“Jonas Brothers Band Member Reveals that he has Type 1 Diabetes at Diabetes Research institute fundraiser.”

Shep Doniger argues that famous people can relate to that of “normal people.” That only because they are known, they handle and juggle some t troubles.  She claims that Nick Jonas of the Jonas Brothers band has Type 1 diabetes. This is his 1^st time ever announcing to the world about this disease. He says that he gives support to kids his age and adults. Doniger develops this  claim when he challenges the crowd (audience) by explaining where Jonas was and then gives quotes from Nick Jonas himself. He explains how it has affected him. Doniger investigates the Jonas family and has Nick explain how much this can change someone’s life. But not always for the worse.  Lastly, the author finished the article by stating a quote by Nick, where he says that life will get better, and that anyone can do anything they want to do if they are determined to get it done. Shep Doniger’s purpose is to inform others that famous and known people have the same diseases and problems that every day people have in order to persuade and excite those “normal people” to keep going. Life is not as bad as it may seem. Times will get better.  This work is significant because it touches the hearts of many young children. Many of these young children watch and listen to Nick and his brothers on his T.V show in Disney and his music of the radio. He has a relationship with them that is almost brotherly and personal. He really inspires others around him by sharing his diabetic story and telling how much he has accomplished with it.

“ Broncos Quarterback Joins roster Of Athletes With Diabetes.”

Tara Parker- Pope argues that type 1 diabetics can be athletes in professional sports such as the NFL, NBA, and many other professional sports. She claims that diabetics in today’s time have a great chance of being successful in the NFL. For with the types of technology the teams and USA have today, they can be active in sports even with this life threatening disease. It gives the players a greater chance. Parker-Pope investigates how Jay Cutler of the Denver Broncos. He was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes after just a few years in the league. He is still an active starting Quarterback in the NFL. Parker-Pope explains how Cutler uses a more advanced insulin pump for a more reliable and free going insulin flow on and off the field. He was afraid at first, Cutler says. Lastly, the author describes other athletes with the same problem, yet they fight it each and every day, and continue to do what they love. Life is normal for them and can be for you. Tare Parker-Pope’s purpose is to inform not only players and athletes, but also for the public to let them know to encourage the diabetics to continue on with their dreams and do not stop, no matter what. This work is significant because it touches the hearts of young and mid aged athletes. To show them that they can still be a success. Do not let this life changing disease, literally change your life for the worse. It will not stop you, keep going.

Diabetic and Determined.

Abby Ellin argues that people of all ages, children and adults can do anything with type 1 diabetes that a non- diabetic could do. She claims that Type 1 diabetes can cause someone to have a harder life. But because they get diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes doesn’t mean that they can’t do anything that they want (sports, singing, teaching). Ellin develops this claim by investigating athletes of today’s time who have type 1 diabetes. There are more out there than the world knows about. For example, one of the athletes was Missy Foy, a professional ultra-distance runner. “They thought it was to difficult, too stressful, to balance insulin and intensity of training” Foy says. Yet she has her diabetes under control and continues to run. Ellin challenges other kids and adults to not give up on their dreams and goals. Lastly, the author explains how important it is to get a hang and control on type 1 diabetes and how with a good diet and exercise everything you’ve wanted to complete can and will be accomplished. Abby Ellin’s purpose is to inform others about diabetes and how diabetics can do things that they did before they were diagnosed with the disease. You are the same as anyone and that a disease doesn’t change who you are. Go out there and do what you do best, diabetes does not stop you. This work is significant because it touches all kinds of people. For example it lets athletes know that they can continues their adventure to be the best and have fun. Also for adults. They can help their kids not give up and to fight the battle with diabetes. Anything is possible when you do or do not have type 1 diabetes.

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