The Goofus and Gallant of Diabetes

By on January 15, 2021   /   A1c, Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar Control, CGM, Cholesterol, Diabetes Management, Medications, Type 1, Type 2   /   11 Comments

Who do you relate to more when it comes to diabetes management? An angel who follows the recommended guidelines (Jeremy/Gallant), or a stubborn hellion easily influenced by temptation (Steve/Goofus)? Check out some of these scenarios from Dr. E. and see if you are who you think you are.

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Thanks for Humoring Me

By on January 15, 2021   /   A1c, Humor, Research Study   /   1 Comment

Researchers from the University of Northern Colorado studied the relationship between humor and diabetes and whether or not it can affect A1c. Spoiler alert: their study provides a legit excuse to binge-watch your favorite funny guilty pleasures – for your health.

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Spotlight Heart Smart Seminar – Video Recording

By on September 21, 2020   /   Diet & Nutrition, Heart Disease, Heart Disease Prevention, Meal Planning, Video, Virtual Events   /   3 Comments

When it comes to cardiovascular care, sometimes it can be overwhelming to even know where to begin. Two of our top specialists broke down the basics and offered straightforward tips and advice on how to protect your heart.

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Why the A1c Sucks (and Why Time in Range is More Important)

By on January 18, 2019   /   A1c, Time in Range, Type 1   /   73 Comments

The A1c test has been around for a long time and is supposed to give people an idea of what their average glucose value has been over the prior two to three months, but there are many situations where the A1c is not accurate.

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Is Type 2 Diabetes Preventable?

By on May 17, 2018   /   Prediabetes, Type 2   /   17 Comments

Type 2 diabetes is one of the fastest growing chronic diseases worldwide and, if not well cared for, can lead to serious medical complications. If you have prediabetes, studies have proven there are ways to significantly reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes and you can avoid or significantly reduce the risk of developing complications by controlling your glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

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