Losing weight is hard for everyone, but it gets even more challenging for those of us with type 1 diabetes. We want to avoid diabetes-related complications by controlling blood sugar, but intensive control is associated with weight gain. Here we discuss lifestyle strategies, medications and technology that can help.
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The Sage Garden Project is an engaging program that brings gardens, cooking classes, and nutritional science to targeted public elementary schools throughout California with the goal of reducing the incidence of type 2 diabetes.
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Eggplant is a surprisingly perfect way to craft your own low carb pizza. Easy to prepare, kid friendly and versatile with almost any toppings, it’s a fun alternative to traditional pizza crust.
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Made with oats instead of flour and full of flavor from the orange zest, these cookies are a creative way to enjoy a lower carb treat.
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Kale chips are an easy to make, simple and healthy snack that satifies a craving for crunch.
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Primary Care Providers are responsible for about 90% of all diabetes care in the U.S. – the reality being there simply aren’t enough diabetes specialists or endocrinologists to go around. Open and honest communication between patient and provider lays the groundwork for long-term success in diabetes management.
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HIIT stands for High-Intensity Interval Training, which is an effective way to burn a lot of calories in a relatively short amount of time. However, it has a different effect on blood sugars than a typical aerobic workout.
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Did you know only 20% of people with diabetes have all three common conditions under control: A1c, blood pressure and cholesterol? One of the big reasons is medication adherence.
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Companion Medical, makers of the first FDA approved smart insulin pen, recently announced their Bluetooth-enabled InPen is now available in retail pharmacies nationwide. These smart pens offer a variety of benefits with very few downsides.
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This slow cooker Korean beef is flank steak simmered with soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, garlic and ginger in a crock pot. The meat is fall apart tender. The recipe comes from Sara at dinneratthezoo.com.
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