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What We’ve Learned about COVID-19 in T1D

By Justin Gregory, MD on January 15, 2021   /   Coronavirus/COVID-19, Research Study, Type 1   /   13 Comments

A top-notch medical team led by endocrinologist Dr. Justin Gregory, and with our own Drs. Pettus and Boeder, wanted to know how people with T1D infected with COVID-19 did in terms of complications and hospitalizations compared to people with type 2 diabetes or no diabetes at all.

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Thanks for Humoring Me

By David Greene, PhD on January 15, 2021   /   A1c, Humor, Research Study   /   1 Comment

Researchers from the University of Northern Colorado studied the relationship between humor and diabetes and whether or not it can affect A1c. Spoiler alert: their study provides a legit excuse to binge-watch your favorite funny guilty pleasures – for your health.

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Paradise Poke Bowl

By TCOYD on January 15, 2021   /   Main Course, Recipes, Salad, Vegetables   /   2 Comments

If you can’t fly to Hawaii just yet, bring paradise into your kitchen with this colorful blend of hearty veggies and tender poke. If you aren’t a poke person you can easily swap in your favorite protein, or leave it out for a vegetarian bowl.

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Chocolate Peanut Butter Shortbread

By Jennifer Shun on January 15, 2021   /   Dessert, Gluten-Free, Recipes   /   Leave a comment

Part candy, part cookie, this dessert bar cuts the carbs with almond flour, but keeps the sweet with luxurious dark chocolate and a sprinkle of espresso.

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TCOYD Champion: Mary Larsen Is at the Helm, Navigating Diabetes in Alaska

By TCOYD on January 15, 2021   /   Donor Highlight, Fundraising, Type 1   /   Leave a comment

Despite the challenges of living with T1D in Alaska, TCOYD supporter Mary Larsen charges full steam ahead, leading a full and adventurous life with T1D.

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No Stress Slow Cooker Pork Tacos with Green Chili Salsa

By TCOYD on January 15, 2021   /   Entrees, Recipes   /   Leave a comment

With only two main ingredients and little effort required, this recipe is perfect to throw into a weeknight dinner rotation.

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How Do You Keep Your CGM In Place and Keep It from Irritating Your Skin?

By Steve Edelman, MD on January 14, 2021   /   CGM, Dexcom, Freestyle Libre, Type 1, Type 2, What's Up Doc   /   16 Comments

If you’re an active person and wear a CGM, keeping it in place can be challenging. Many people also have problems with skin irritation. Dr. Edelman offers tips for both of these common problems.

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Drinking with Dr. E and Dr. P: How Alcohol Affects Blood Sugars

By TCOYD on December 10, 2020   /   A Dose of Dr. E, Alcohol   /   54 Comments

All in the name of research, Dr. E and Dr. P consume three drinks each in 45 minutes to demonstrate the effects of alcohol on blood sugars. You may be surprised to learn which drinks keep blood sugars flat and which ones make you lose control.

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Do You Have a Backup Plan for Your Pump?

By Nalani Haviland Hunsaker, PA-C on December 10, 2020   /   Inhaled Insulin, Insulin, Pumps   /   5 Comments

Do you have a plan if your pump fails? Diabetes expert Nalani Haviland Hunsaker, who also lives with type 1, shares tips on what to put in your backup supply kit, and she offers guidelines on how to use different types of long-acting and rapid-acting insulins until your pump is back up and running.

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What Foods Should You Eat to Protect Your Kidneys?

By Bethany Karl, DO on December 10, 2020   /   Kidneys, What's Up Doc   /   4 Comments

Nephrologist Dr. Bethany Karl discusses which foods are best for people with diabetic kidney disease, and she offers resources for recipes, dining out tips and overall kidney health.

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