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Strawberry Mint Sparkling Spring Water

By TCOYD on March 22, 2023   /   Drinks, Recipes   /   Leave a comment
spring water recipe

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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Creamy Veggie Appetizer Pizza

By TCOYD on March 21, 2023   /   Appetizer, Pizza, Recipes   /   1 Comment
Appetizer Veggie Pizza

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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Earth Day Love Sheet Pan Supper

By TCOYD on March 21, 2023   /   Entrees, Recipes, Vegetarian   /   Leave a comment
Earth Day Sheet Pan Supper

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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PCKS9 Inhibitors: Another Tool for High Cholesterol When Statins Aren’t Cutting It

By Scarlett Decamps, MD on March 21, 2023   /   Cholesterol, Heart Disease, Heart Disease Prevention   /   Leave a comment
PCSK9 Inhibitors

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 Expands CGM Coverage for People with Type 2 Diabetes

By TCOYD on March 21, 2023   /   CGM, Dexcom, Freestyle Libre, Medtronic, Type 2   /   1 Comment
Medicare Expands T2D CGM Coverage

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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Case Study: The Mystery of the Matcha Latte Meltdown

By Steve Edelman, MD on March 16, 2023   /   Case Studies, CGM Alerts, Hyperglycemia   /   3 Comments
Dr. E's Case Study

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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From Fear to Focus: How T1D Shaped My Future

By Aaron Albanez on March 15, 2023   /   Personal Essay, Type 1   /   5 Comments
TCOYD Intern Aaron Albanez

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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Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar) Treatment Plan

By TCOYD on March 3, 2023   /   Glucagon, Hypoglycemia   /   3 Comments

If you’re on insulin or a sulfonylurea, you know that low blood sugar can come on fast and sometimes without a lot of warning. Having a treatment plan in place that involves ready-to-use glucagon is essential.

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Diabetes Supplements: Chug ’em or Chuck ’em?

By TCOYD on March 3, 2023   /   A Dose of Dr. E, Diet & Nutrition   /   11 Comments
Diabetes Supplements

There are a ton of supplements on the market that claim to help with diabetes management, but supplements aren’t regulated by the FDA. If you’re taking a supplement or vitamin, it’s important to know what you’re taking and why, as well as the most effective dosage.

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My Review of the FDA-Approved Eversense E3 CGM

By Steve Edelman, MD on February 28, 2023   /   CGM, Eversense   /   27 Comments
Dr. Edelman's Eversense E3 CGM Review

Dr. E has been wearing the Eversence E3 implantable CGM for about six weeks. He shares his thoughts on the insertion process, accuracy, ease of use, comfort, and the additional unique benefits of the system.

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