SGLT-2 Inhibitors including Invokana (canagliflozin), Farxiga (dapagliflozin), Jardiance (empagliflozin) and Steglatro (ertugliflizin), are the newest class of oral medications for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. They’re generally well tolerated and associated with significant weight loss compared with other type 2 oral meds, but there are still precautions to consider.
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Diabetes Clinician Nalani Haviland, who also has lived with type 1 diabetes for over 2o years, shares her recent experience with the implantable Eversense CGM.
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The use of DPP-4 inhibitors (Januvia, Onglyza, Tradjenta and Nesina) has been so widespread because these medications come in a pill, only need to be taken once a day and have few side effects.
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The A1c test has been around for a long time and is supposed to give people an idea of what their average glucose value has been over the prior two to three months, but there are many situations where the A1c is not accurate.
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The A1c is an important test for a lot of reasons, but it doesn’t tell the whole story about someone’s average blood sugar and what their daily fluctuations could be.
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With all of the devices and knowledge about diabetes we have today, you might think a dangerous low while driving would be preventable. Unfortunately accidents still happen, sometimes even fatal ones. Here are some tips on how to protect yourself.
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2018 was another stellar year for TCOYD but more importantly, for the people we serve and support. Take a look at a small sample of our impact from the past year!
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Cooking seasonally is a great way to utilize the freshest ingredients, and it can also be a more affordable way to cook as well. For this recipe we used winter vegetables to create an aromatic platter of delicious roasted veggies which can be enjoyed solo, or as a side to your favorite main course.
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Inhaled insulin Afrezza is a great option for a lot of people living with type 1 and type 2 diabetes because it doesn’t involve shots and has a rapid on-rapid off effect. The makers of Afrezza just announced a direct purchase program to help people get it for as little as $4 a day.
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These protein balls taste like cookie dough and give you that sweet treat to curb a craving, without all the sugar and carbs!
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