After going through a difficult time adjusting to a type 1 diagnosis, physician Kimberly Jackson-Bekemeier discovered the power of a supportive wellness community that shifted her perspective. She was so inspired she became a life coach, and now helps others find joy while living with a chronic disease.
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Even with 75 combined years of living with diabetes, counting carbs is still a crapshoot for Drs. E+P. We proved it in this latest food challenge, as they tried to guess calories and carb counts for six popular meals. If you’ve ever been discouraged trying to count carbs (and who hasn’t!) this video is for you!
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Danica Collins is a diabetes health and wellness coach, and she has lived with type 1 diabetes herself for over 17 years. Here she shares how and why she uses inhaled insulin Afrezza in her daily diabetes management.
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Infusing water with fruit and herbs is a simple way to add some zing to your daily water intake. Stay hydrated and refreshed all day long with this easy spring strawberry mint combo.
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This colorful app is our lower-carb take on the popular crescent roll pizza. It has a cream cheese “sauce” and is loaded with fresh veggies for a perfect finger food for pot lucks, parties, or brunch.
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Few things are easier than a sheet pan supper. Chop and drop some earthy veggies and seasoned tofu cubes onto a pan and roast until they have a slight char, then drizzle with a zesty herby green sauce.
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Statins are widely known in the diabetes world because they help lower cholesterol – a key aspect of diabetes management. But there’s a lesser-known medication called PCSK9 inhibitors that can work with (or in replacement of) a statin if another option is needed.
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Medicare made a big move recently and expanded CGM access for people with type 2 diabetes on insulin, or people with non-insulin treated diabetes who have a history of certain types of hypoglycemic events.
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Dr. E’s patient has consistently flat blood sugars overnight, but they spike every morning on her way to work, and she never recovers all day. Her only breakfast? A harmless green tea from Starbucks. So what gives?
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TCOYD’s newest intern was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at a young age, but his diagnosis ultimately gave him the foundation and passion to pursue a career in healthcare in order to help others living with the condition.
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