This Week….Diabetic Medical Emergencies

Just hearing the word “emergency” strikes fear into most of us. The best thing you can do to offset this fear is educate yourself so you are well equipped to cope with emergencies. Dr. Steven Edelman welcomes Dr. Ian Blumer to discuss the most common diabetic emergencies. Learn how to handle these emergencies, as well […]

Just hearing the word “emergency” strikes fear into most of us. The best thing you can do to offset this fear is educate yourself so you are well equipped to cope with emergencies. Dr. Steven Edelman welcomes Dr. Ian Blumer to discuss the most common diabetic emergencies. Learn how to handle these emergencies, as well as avoid them, and how to better inform your caregivers of your needs as a diabetic.

Tune in for Taking Control of Your Diabetes: Diabetic Medical Emergencies. Or watch it online now!

Fit to Eat Tip – Resources

TCOYD’s resident nutrition expert Janice Baker has a helpful tip for eating smart and taking control of your diabetes – and your diet! Here are some of Janice’s favorite online resources for nutrition information and satisfying recipes: – Eatright.org – Allrecipes.com – Nutritiondata.com – American Diabetes Association Eat and live healthy, and make sure to […]

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

Here are some of Janice’s favorite online resources for nutrition information and satisfying recipes:

Eatright.org
Allrecipes.com
Nutritiondata.com
American Diabetes Association

Eat and live healthy, and make sure to watch the latest episode of TCOYD on UCSD-TV, “Diabetes and the Gastrointestinal Tract.” Or watch it online now!

Janice Baker MBA, RD, CDE, CNSC is a registered dietitian, certifieddiabetes educator, and certified nutrition support clinician. Visit her online at Baker Nutrition.

This Week…Diabetes and the Gastrointestinal Tract

Diabetes can complicate the functioning of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Every diabetic will face GI issues at some point and knowing how to recognize them and when to seek help can keep them under control. Dr. Jamie Wolosin joins Dr. Steven Edelman to talk about the makeup of the GI tract as well as common […]

Diabetes can complicate the functioning of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. Every diabetic will face GI issues at some point and knowing how to recognize them and when to seek help can keep them under control. Dr. Jamie Wolosin joins Dr. Steven Edelman to talk about the makeup of the GI tract as well as common GI concerns. Patient Laura Ely shares what it is like to live with GI issues and gives helpful tips for dealing with the day to day challenges.

Tune in for Taking Control of Your Diabetes: Diabetes and the Gastrointestinal Tract. Or watch it online now!

Helpings from the Happy Diabetic – Skewered Scampi of Love

Chef Robert Lewis, also known as the “Happy Diabetic,” serves up fun recipes and helpful tips – with an extra helping of happiness – to keep you fueled! Skewered Scampi of Love Ingredients 16 large cleaned shrimp 3 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil Fresh black pepper For the sauce: 2 Tbs. fresh garlic 1 Tbs. […]

Chef Robert Lewis, also known as the “Happy Diabetic,” serves up fun recipes and helpful tips – with an extra helping of happiness – to keep you fueled!

Skewered Scampi of Love

Ingredients

16 large cleaned shrimp
3 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil
Fresh black pepper

For the sauce:
2 Tbs. fresh garlic
1 Tbs. parsley
1 Tbs. capers
1 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil

Directions

Season the shrimp with fresh ground pepper and olive oil. Skewer the shrimp and sautè for 3-5 minutes on each side. When the shrimp turn pink, they are done. Remove shrimp from the heat. Add the oil and garlic to the sautè pan and sautè for 1 minute. Add the parsley and capers. Sautè for another minute. Pour the sauce over the shrimp skewers and serve.

Servings: 4

Get more helpful tips from Chef Robert in the newest episode of Taking Control of Your Diabetes online now.

Learn more about Chef Robert Lewis the Happy Diabetic here.

Get Your Move On Tip – Make Mornings Meaningful

The latest episode of TCOYD, Diabetes and the Gastrointestinal Tract, examined ways we manage GI issues at meal times. Your morning routine can impact how you feel throughout the day. Here’s TCOYD’s resident fitness expert Michelle Day with a tip to keep your diabetes in check and your body fit. Sun salutations are a great […]

The latest episode of TCOYD, Diabetes and the Gastrointestinal Tract, examined ways we manage GI issues at meal times. Your morning routine can impact how you feel throughout the day. Here’s TCOYD’s resident fitness expert Michelle Day with a tip to keep your diabetes in check and your body fit.

Sun salutations are a great way to start off your morning and get your system back on track. Learn the sequence of poses by going to YouTube and keyword, sun salutations. Namaste.

Get more tips from Michelle on the latest episode of Taking Control of Your Diabetes online now.