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Coping With COVID-19: Candid Comments From Our Diabetes Community

By Bill Polonsky on May 12, 2020 / Coronavirus/COVID-19, Emotional Health / Leave a comment

We recently asked you to tell us how you’re doing, and we received hundreds of emails from people sharing a wide range of feelings and stories – some uplifting, some challenging, but all inspiring. We may be apart temporarily, but we are always connected.

Sick Day Rules and What to Do If You Test Positive for COVID-19

By Steve Edelman, MD on May 12, 2020 / Coronavirus/COVID-19, DKA, Sickness, What's Up Doc / 2 Comments

Everyone with diabetes should have a game plan for how to manage your diabetes when you’re sick. It’s especially important right now as we navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sensational Chicken Burgers

By TCOYD on May 12, 2020 / Entrees, Recipes / Leave a comment

You don’t have to go to a park or a pot luck to treat yourself to a picnic. These plump and juicy burgers pack in the flavor and offer a quick and healthy dinner option the whole family will love.

Tandem Control-IQ vs. Looping

By TCOYD on May 12, 2020 / DIY Looping, Pumps, Tandem Diabetes Care, Type 1 / 6 Comments

Jeremy and Steve have been Super Loopers for awhile, but they still wanted to give Tandem’s Control-IQ a try. Even though they love Loop, several features of CIQ are turning them into converts.

Chestnut Crepes with Walnuts & Cheddar

By Jennifer Shun on May 12, 2020 / Breakfast, Entrees, Gluten-Free, Recipes / Leave a comment

Called Necci in Italian, chestnut flour crepes pair excellently with sharp cheddar and toasted walnuts for a decadent, flavorful breakfast or alongside a crisp salad or bowl of soup. They are naturally low-carb and gluten-free.

Tips on Coping With the Unknown (Part 2)

By Faith Cook, Psy.D on May 12, 2020 / Coronavirus/COVID-19, Emotional Health / Leave a comment

Diabetes psychologist Faith Cook offers encouragement, support and practical tips for dealing with the psychological effects of COVID-19 and social distancing.

Garlic Cream Cheese & Spinach Roasted Mini Sweet Peppers

By TCOYD on May 12, 2020 / Appetizer, Recipes, Snack / Leave a comment

The perfect blend of savory and slightly sweet, these charred garlic cream cheese & spinach stuffed peppers are the perfect appetizer for your next party.

WWE Superstar Puts a Sleeper Hold on T1D

By Brittany Carney on May 12, 2020 / Profile, Type 1 / Leave a comment

The self-proclaimed “Ambassador of Kickassador” and WWE Superstar Kyle Greenwood (aka Kyle O’Reilly) is a 3x NXT Tag Team Champ who dominates in the ring while managing T1D.

Support Your Immune System With Good Nutrition

By TCOYD on May 12, 2020 / Diet & Nutrition / Leave a comment

Glucerna shakes have nutrients that help support your immune system, curb cravings and minimize blood sugar spikes so you can stay on track and in control.

The Happy Diabetic Chef’s Easy Roasted Chicken of Love!

By Chef Robert Lewis on April 27, 2020 / Coronavirus/COVID-19, Entrees, Recipes / 4 Comments

TCOYD’s Happy Diabetic Chef, Robert Lewis, brings us inside his home kitchen and teaches us how to make a super simple, super delicious, herby-roasted chicken.