Category: Health and Medicine

Fit to Eat Tip – Sleeping Soundly

TCOYD’s resident nutrition expert Janice Baker has a helpful tip for eating smart and taking control of your diabetes – and your diet! Another “under the radar” but very significant reason for problems with blood sugar and weight control is disrupted sleep. Whatever the reason may be – sleep apnea, snoring, too much late night […]

TCOYD’s resident nutrition expert Janice Baker has a helpful tip for eating smart and taking control of your diabetes – and your diet!

Another “under the radar” but very significant reason for problems with blood sugar and weight control is disrupted sleep. Whatever the reason may be – sleep apnea, snoring, too much late night computer or tv viewing – we know that getting at least 7 hours of good quality sleep per night is an essential part of weight and diabetes control. Be sure to bring up any sleep issues at your doctor visits. If your spouse or other family member tells you that you snore loudly, it’s time to be screened for obstructive sleep apnea – a serious health issue.

Get Your Move On Tip – Walk This Way

TCOYD’s resident fitness expert Michelle Day has a tip to keep your diabetes in check and your body fit. Set a manageable goal of walking a minimum of 20 minutes a day. Place a pair of good walking shoes and comfortable socks by your front door. Slip them on 20 minutes before you normally leave […]


TCOYD’s resident fitness expert Michelle Day has a tip to keep your diabetes in check and your body fit.

Set a manageable goal of walking a minimum of 20 minutes a day. Place a pair of good walking shoes and comfortable socks by your front door. Slip them on 20 minutes before you normally leave the house and go for a walk around your neighborhood. If you missed your morning walk then put your walking shoes on as soon as you return home and head right back out that door for a glorious walk. Do this 5 times a week for one month and I guarantee by the second month you will be thanking yourself for turning this goal into a healthy habit.

Taking Control of Your Diabetes: Role of Integrative Medicine in Diabetes Management Premieres September 22nd

One size does not fit all when it comes to diabetes management. Integrative medicine seeks to create individualized treatment options – addressing the “whole person” including examining lifestyle patterns as well as medical needs. Dr. Steven Edelman talks with cardiologist Dr. Mimi Guarneri, founder and director of Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine, and patient Ron […]

One size does not fit all when it comes to diabetes management. Integrative medicine seeks to create individualized treatment options – addressing the “whole person” including examining lifestyle patterns as well as medical needs. Dr. Steven Edelman talks with cardiologist Dr. Mimi Guarneri, founder and director of Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine, and patient Ron Bamberger who finds this approach the best way to manage his diabetes.

For the complete air schedule and to view the program online, click here.

Dr. Mimi Guarneri is founder and medical director of Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine and has been an attending physician in cardiovascular disease at Scripps Clinic since 1995. Dr. Guarneri is the author of numerous articles that have appeared in such journals as the Annals of Internal Medicine and the Journal of Echocardiology. She has been nominated for the Bravewell Award in IM Leadership and honored by the American Heart Association. She is board certified in cardiology and internal medicine.

Fit to Eat Tip – Travel Tricks

TCOYD’s resident nutrition expert Janice Baker has a helpful tip for eating smart and taking control of your diabetes – and your diet! Planning for good nutrition choices is especially important when traveling – you never know when there will be flight delays or other last minute changes in schedules. Bring portable and travel friendly […]

TCOYD’s resident nutrition expert Janice Baker has a helpful tip for eating smart and taking control of your diabetes – and your diet!

Planning for good nutrition choices is especially important when traveling – you never know when there will be flight delays or other last minute changes in schedules. Bring portable and travel friendly foods such as small plain granola bars, small boxes of raisins, portioned bags of unsalted nuts, and be sure to buy water or non-caloric beverages once you are past the security gate – hydration is especially important when flying. Don’t forget the glucose tablets or gels made specifically to treat hypoglycemia if you are taking insulin or an oral medication that might cause low blood sugar. Carry these items with you so you are always prepared.