Taking Control Of Your Diabetes®
A Nonprofit Diabetes Edutainment Organization
  • EVENTS
    • MAY 22 | Q&A Session with Endos for Type 2
    • JUNE 23 | Diabetes Forum & Reception–Diabetes Jeopardy!
    • AUG 8-10 | ONE Conference & Retreat for Adults with T1D
  • LISTEN
    • THE PODCAST – Listen Now!
    • ORIGINAL SONGS
      • ON SPOTIFY
      • ON APPLE MUSIC
      • ORIGINAL MUSIC VIDEOS
  • WATCH
    • VIDEOS of the Month
      • THE GLP-1 SHOWDOWN: Ozempic vs Mounjaro
      • SCREENING FOR TYPE 1: A Step-By-Step Guide
      • ISLET CELL THERAPY: A Cure for Type 1?
      • FOR HCPs | CGM TECHNOLOGY FOR TYPE 2: The Clinical Benefits for Your Patients
      • PAST PICKS: 2022-2024
    • VIDEO VAULT
    • ORIGINAL SONGS
    • A DOSE OF DRS. E & P
  • READ
    • Monthly NEWSLETTER
      • CURRENT ISSUE
      • 2025 EDITIONS
        • APRIL
        • MARCH
        • FEBRUARY
        • JANUARY
      • PAST ISSUES
      • Subscribe to NEWSLETTER
    • LIVING LIBRARY of Resources
    • Our RECIPES
    • FREE DOWNLOAD of TCOYD® Book
    • Downloadable INFOGRAPHICS
  • DISCOVER
    • OUR MOST Trusted Companies
    • FREE DOWNLOAD of TCOYD® Book
    • EXHIBIT With Us
  • ABOUT
    • THE MISSION
    • THE TEAM
    • THE BOARD
    • DONATE
    • OUR PARTNERS
    • CONTACT US
    • FOLLOW US On Social Media
    • OUR MOST Trusted Companies
    • 2023-2024 PROSPECTUS
    • PRIVACY POLICY
  • FOR HCPs
    • NON-ACCREDITED Education
      • DEBUNKING MYTHS: The Truth About Insulin Pumps for Type 2 Diabetes
    • CONTINUING EDUCATION Accredited Programs
      • RAPID FIRE CGM INTERPRETATION: Enduring CME for HCPs – 1.0 CEUs
  • ACCESS
  • DONATE
    • WHY GIVE to TCOYD?
    • DONATE Online
    • OTHER WAYS to Give
    • MEET Our Supporters
logo

Blog

A Dose of Dr. E: Why the A1c Sucks (And Why Time in Range Is More Important)

By Steve Edelman, MD on January 18, 2019   /   A Dose of Dr. E, A1c, Video   /   11 Comments

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.

read more →
Back to Top

Driving with Diabetes is a Privilege

By Steve Edelman, MD on January 18, 2019   /   CGM, Diabetes Management, Driving, Hypoglycemia   /   11 Comments

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.

read more →
Back to Top

Health…ier Onion Veggie Dip
(…or chip dip, we can’t stop you)

By TCOYD on January 15, 2019   /   Appetizer, Recipes, Snack   /   Leave a comment

As TCOYD’s Executive Director Michelle Feinstein exclaimed in the test kitchen, “This dip is so good, you have me eating vegetables!”

read more →
Back to Top

New Year, New Source of Peer Support!

By TCOYD on January 15, 2019   /   Diabetes Online Community, Online Education, Support   /   Leave a comment

The online diabetes community at Smart Patients offers a convenient and safe way to connect with others affected by diabetes, and to share information and support.

read more →
Back to Top

Spiked Peppermint Hot Chocolate (that won’t spike your blood sugar!)

By TCOYD on January 11, 2019   /   Alcohol, Drinks, Recipes   /   2 Comments

Most hot chocolate is loaded with sugar and/or lots of ingredients you can’t pronounce. This version, created by TCOYD’s diabetic bartender, offers an alternative that’s low carb and can be made without the vodka to be friendly for the whole family.

read more →
Back to Top

Goat Cheese Balls (Not Cheesy Goat Balls)

By TCOYD on December 14, 2018   /   Appetizer, Recipes, Snack   /   2 Comments

These mini goat cheese balls are crunchy on the outside and creamy on the inside, and make the perfect appetizer or snack for a party or pot luck.

read more →
Back to Top

Evaluating Type 2 Medications: Insulin Sensitizers

By Steve Edelman, MD on December 14, 2018   /   Insulin Sensitizers, Medications, Type 2   /   4 Comments

Insulin sensitizers represent an important class of oral medications for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and work mainly by reducing insulin resistance, but a false scare with rosiglitatone led to prescribing changes for many healthcare providers.

read more →
Back to Top

7 Tips to Stay Fit Over the Holidays

By Matt Vande Vegte on December 13, 2018   /   Exercise and Fitness   /   Leave a comment

With so many temptations this time of year and seemingly less time to get things done, keeping exercise on the to do list can be a challenge. Here are a few easy tips to help avoid a major fitness fallout.

read more →
Back to Top

TrialNet Tests Family Members to Find a Cure for Type 1

By Desmond Schatz on December 13, 2018   /   Diabetes Research, Type 1   /   13 Comments

TrialNet is an international network of leading academic institutions, physicians, scientists and healthcare teams dedicated to the prevention of type 1 diabetes. They offer risk screening for relatives of people with type 1 diabetes and innovative clinical studies to preserve insulin production.

read more →
Back to Top

Sparkly Red Holiday Sangria

By TCOYD on December 12, 2018   /   Alcohol, Drinks, Recipes   /   Leave a comment

It’s got everything a party cocktail needs, minus the carbs and sugar. Light, crisp and refreshing, it’s the perfect treat any time of year.

read more →
Back to Top
Page 66 of 74« First«...102030...6465666768...»Last »

DIABETES TOPICS: A – Z

SEARCH

LATEST POSTS

  • Man with diabetes and itchy skin
    Get Some Skin in the Game: How to Prevent and Treat Diabetic Skin Conditions
    Itchy, flaky, scaly, bumpy…have you ever wondered if diabetes can affect your skin?...
  • Watch diabetes experts play Diabetes Jeopardy at Diabetes Forum
    Get Ready for Diabetes Jeopardy!…Where Science Meets Showmanship!
    Join us for the inaugural Diabetes Jeopardy! game show event at Diabetes Forum,...
  • Overwhelmed and frantic type 1 diabetic mom with kids can't fit diabetes management into her schedule
    Dr. E’s Case Study: A Frantic Mom Goes from MDI Stress to Automated Insulin Delivery Success with the MiniMed 780G
    After years being on MDI with an A1c nearing double digits, this T1D...

Follow TCOYD

Coming Up with TCOYD

View Full Events Calendar

Latest Podcast Episode

Latest TCOYD Newsletter

© 2025 Taking Control Of Your Diabetes® | Taking Control Of Your Diabetes® is a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Charitable Educational Organization, Edutaining the Diabetes Community Since 1995.

**We love sharing the latest and greatest in diabetes education, but we are not your doctors! All of the information on our website, in our videos, on our podcasts, on our social media platforms, and in any other current or future communication method is for the purposes of general education only. Always consult with your medical team for testing, diagnosis, treatment, and medical advice before making any changes to your healthcare. AND if you think you are having a medical emergency, call 911.**
Back to Top

Join 600+ T1D Adults in Paradise This August–Registration Open!

GET MY TICKET