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.
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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.
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Cooking seasonally is a great way to utilize the freshest ingredients, and it can also be a more affordable way to cook as well. For this recipe we used winter vegetables to create an aromatic platter of delicious roasted veggies which can be enjoyed solo, or as a side to your favorite main course.
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As TCOYD’s Executive Director Michelle Feinstein exclaimed in the test kitchen, “This dip is so good, you have me eating vegetables!”
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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