Tzield — the Only Drug That Delays Type 1 Diabetes — Could Change the Landscape
Exactly one drug has been approved to delay the development of type 1 diabetes. Its name is teplizumab (Tzield). When given to people with presymptomatic type 1, it slows down the progression toward full-blown diabetes by an average of three years. There’s only one problem: Hardly anyone knows when they have presymptomatic type 1 diabetes. […]
Decoding Nutrition Labels: A Guide for People with Diabetes
This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Constance Brown-Riggs, MSEd, RDN, CDCES, CDN You aren’t alone if you’ve ever struggled to understand the information presented on the nutrition facts label, whether it’s understanding which foods are considered high in fat or low-fat or which packaged goods have the right amount or too […]
The FDA Just Approved an Islet Cell Transplant for Type 1 Diabetes
In late June, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new cell therapy that can restore insulin production in people with type 1 diabetes. Donislecel (Lantidra) is a transplant of insulin-producing pancreatic islet cells from deceased organ donors, the first such therapy to be approved in the United States. The therapy can restore […]
Easy Marinated Grill or Oven Low-Carb Keto Beef Steak Kabobs
This content originally appeared on Sugar-Free Mom. Republished with permission. These low-carb keto beef kabobs are super easy to make on the grill or in the oven and the simple marinade ingredients is my favorite go-to keto recipe. This is a great option for those on a low-carb diet or keto diet. Two grilled steak […]
Statin Alternative Lowers Risk of Heart Disease Deaths
This content originally appeared on Everyday Health. Republished with permission. By Lisa Rapaport There’s a daily pill that may help lower “bad” cholesterol and reduce deaths from heart disease in people who experience intolerable side effects with statins, a new study suggests. The study included about 4,200 patients with statin intolerance, or an inability to continue statin therapy […]
3 Tips for Exercise and Type 1 Diabetes
When I daydream about a cure for type 1 diabetes (T1D), I dream about the potential of just going for a jog without much planning beyond making sure my AirPods are fully charged. With T1D, it’s so much more complicated. But a little ol’ hobby of mine is making exercise with T1D simpler. The more […]
Pathways to Stop Type 1 Diabetes: A Look Forward
This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Anna Brooks On the search for a type 1 diabetes cure, scientists are experimenting with how to engineer beta cells to survive immune system attacks. At the American Diabetes Association’s 83rd Scientific Sessions in San Diego, experts shared early research findings and where we are […]
Easy Sugar-Free Low-Carb Keto Lemon Curd Parfait
This content originally appeared on Sugar-Free Mom. Republished with permission. This tangy Sugar-Free Keto Lemon Curd is layered between creamy Mascarpone cheese with optional blueberries, making these quick and easy keto lemon curd parfaits! Just 5g net carbs per serving! Easy Sugar-Free Homemade Lemon Curd With just 7 simple ingredients you probably already have in […]
Eating Earlier in the Day Can Improve Blood Sugar Levels, Study Finds
This content originally appeared on Everyday Health. Republished with permission. By Lisa Rapaport People with obesity and prediabetes who eat most of their meals within the first eight hours of the day may be able to lower their blood sugar levels even if they don’t lose weight, a small study suggests. For the two-week study, […]
Weekly Insulin is Just Around the Corner
A once-weekly basal insulin injection for type 2 diabetes could be available as soon as next year. One shot instead of seven shots — it seems like a no-brainer, right? Experts definitely agree. At a symposium at the recent American Diabetes Association (ADA) Scientific Sessions conference, multiple panelists used that very phrase to describe the […]