Did you know that kidney disease doesn’t have any symptoms in its early stages? That’s why it’s so important to be proactive in caring for these bean-shaped fluid-filterers. Drs. E+P share the three things you can do to avoid kidney disease, two tests you should have every year, and CKD treatment options that can prevent its progression.
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Welcome to the alphabet soup of Medicare, where you’ll find lots of plans with lots of letters (Parts A, B, C, D) offering various insurance coverage options. Medicare expert George Huntley breaks down the basics with a focus on people with diabetes so you can decide which plan is right for you.
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CGM alarms and sleeping with a sheet stealer aren’t the only annoying things that can impact a good night’s sleep. Endocrinologist Dr. Robert Thomas shares tips on how to improve your sleep hygiene (yes, this is a thing) if you live with type 1 diabetes.
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Although CGMs are becoming more accessible for people with type 2 diabetes, they aren’t yet widely covered by insurance, so using a meter is still vital to manage diabetes well. CDCES Meg Munoz shares five tips to help you get the most from your meter.
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This sweet and creamy peanut butter pie is made with a peanut flour pie crust, peanut butter pudding and homemade whipped cream. Pie paradise for peanut butter lovers!
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Hamburger Helper fans, this one’s for you. Ground beef and a cheesy sauce are combined with low-carb pasta for a delicious copycat of a comfort food classic.
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Avocados are a great source of key nutrients including health fats and fiber, and they add a rich creaminess to homemade smoothies. This recipe has mild notes of coconut, ginger and turmeric, and makes for a satisfying plant-based breakfast, snack or dessert.
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If you take all your medications as prescribed but still struggle with your weight, high blood sugar, high blood pressure, sleep, anxiety, or depression, you may have something called hypercortisolism. Elevated levels of cortisol can cause high blood sugars that can resist even the most powerful glucose-lowering medications out there. Dr. E and his special guest Dr. Dan Einhorn discuss the causes, symptoms, screening procedures, and treatment options for this difficult condition.
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Dr. Edelman helps a patient who has Flatbush Diabetes (also known as Ketosis-Prone Diabetes) which is a unique subtype of type 2 diabetes.
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As endocrinologists and people living with type 1 diabetes, Drs. E+P wanted to try Medtronic’s newest AID system after hearing about its new algorithm and SmartGuard feature. Dr. E shares his experience as a patient, and Dr. P offers his thoughts on the device from a provider’s point of view.
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