The Eversense E3 implantable CGM was recently approved by the FDA and offers a six-month wear time, the longest of any CGM on the market. Drs. E+P explain how the device works, what the implant procedure is like (they’ve both had it done), and what the unique features are of the system.
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Going out to eat with diabetes can be stressful, especially if you are newly diagnosed and don’t know what’s “safe” to eat. Mila Clarke, aka the Hangry Woman, offers tips and advice on eating out while managing blood sugars with her FreeSytle Libre 2 CGM.
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Dehydration, stress, hormones, allergies, Mondays, TPS reports, being ghosted, being asleep, being awake, your mother-in-law…seriously, does anything NOT affect blood sugars? Dr. Jody Stanislaw encourages us to cut ourselves some slack as she shares all the things (in addition to food) that can affect our blood sugar.
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Dr. Edelman discusses the important role ACE inhibitors and ARBs play in protecting your heart and kidneys.
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These cute little candies are filled with pistachio butter (yes, that’s a thing) covered in a rich dark chocolate, and ready to satisfy a sweet tooth with only six ingredients.
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This slightly crumbly, slightly sweet cornbread is made with almond flour, cheddar cheese, sour cream and the essential ingredient of baby corn, which has fewer carbs than regular canned corn. It’s a perfect side dish for summer barbecues.
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From the Teaming Up for Diabetes kitchen, this pulled pork recipe draws flavors from North Carolina barbecue, and adds in a few tweaks for a quicker and healthier option.
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There’s a new kid on the block in the diabetes management space – embecta. Formerly part of BD, who introduced the world’s first specialized insulin syringe in 1924, embecta plans to empower people with diabetes to live their best life through educational initiatives, product refreshes, and new product developments.
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In many states it’s legal to smoke it, eat it, bake it, squirt it, drink it, and use it as an ointment, but is marijuana safe for people with diabetes? Drs. E+ P give us the straight dope.
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Dexcom’s G7 just received CE Mark approval in Europe, with a limited launch expected in the coming weeks. Abbott’s FreeStyle Libre 3 has been available in parts of Europe already, but it is now available for use via the NHS Supply Chain Framework in the UK and under existing eligibility criteria for real-time CGM. Here are the highlights of both systems.
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