Introducing Cadisegliatin, a New Drug in the Type 1 Diabetes Pipeline
There is exactly one medication that is essential for the treatment of type 1 diabetes: insulin. One hundred years after insulin’s discovery, people with type 1 are still waiting for another important drug designed specifically for them. Cadisegliatin, an investigative therapy currently entering phase 3 trials, could be the next important drug indicated for type […]
Green Goddess Dip
This content originally appeared on Low Carb Yum. Republished with permission. As far as dips go, the Green Goddess dip is one of the most flavorful and versatile options out there. It doubles as a dressing for salads AND as a spread for sandwiches and more! It’s creamy, tangy, and herby and perfect for dipping […]
How to Lower Cortisol: 7 Things You Can Do Right Now
This content originally appeared on Everyday Health. Republished with permission. By Melissa Dahl Medically Reviewed by Kacy Church, MD Key Takeaways Cortisol is a stress hormone the body naturally produces that plays an important role in your health and well-being. Chronically elevated cortisol levels can contribute to and worsen some health issues, like obesity, type […]
8 Best Grains for People With Diabetes
This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Erin Davis Grains are an excellent source of fiber and other vital nutrients, but which are best for diabetes? Here’s why nutritious options like farro, oats, and quinoa are at the top of the list. You’ve heard both sides of the story: watch out for […]
Are Telemedicine Appointments Good Enough for Diabetes Care?
Virtual “telemedicine” appointments with your healthcare team were a saving grace during the COVID-19 pandemic. While video calls with a clinician couldn’t meet all your healthcare needs, it certainly helped at the time. Today, we’ve returned to routine in-person life but virtual healthcare has become an increasingly normal option when scheduling some of your appointments. […]
Do Cold and Allergy Medications Affect Blood Sugar?
Medically reviewed by Anna Goldman, MD. Before I came down with a nasty cold last February, it had been years since I’d been sick — not even COVID-19 felled me. So, my medicine chest and I were unprepared with over-the-counter meds when I woke up with a sore throat from post-nasal drip, a bad cough, and […]
2-Ingredient Keto Waffles
This content originally appeared here. Republished with permission. Enjoying a low-carb diet doesn’t mean you can’t have waffles: These Keto Waffles are the perfect breakfast. Made with only two surprising ingredients, they are easy and so delicious. Keto Waffle Recipe We love our waffle maker. We love weekend waffles, yes, but we love it so […]
New Brain Study Links Loneliness to Sugar Cravings
This content originally appeared on Everyday Health. Republished with permission. By Lisa Rapaport Key Takeaways A recent study looked at brain scans of women shown abstract images unrelated to food or images of different sweet and savory foods. Those who felt the most socially isolated had the most activity in brain regions connected to cravings […]
10 Tips to Stay in Range With Type 1 Diabetes
This content originally appeared on diaTribe. Republished with permission. By Michael Howerton Dr. Steve Edelman, an endocrinologist living with type 1 diabetes, shares strategies for spending more time in range – and less time riding the blood sugar roller coaster. There are several practical, everyday things that you can do to help keep your blood glucose […]
Keto Chocolate Lava Cakes
This content originally appeared on Sugar-Free Mom. Republished with permission. Chocolate Lava Cakes or Molten Chocolate Cake is a combination of a flourless cake and a souffle. The decadent, delicious, oozing liquid chocolate center resembles lava in nature, hence the chocolate lava cake name. These chocolate lava cakes are very easy to make low carb […]