Taking Control Of Your Diabetes (TCOYD)

Today is Giving Tuesday, a global day of giving that inspires people everywhere to support causes that are meaningful to them. For TCOYD, it is a chance to make an impact in the lives of people living with diabetes and their loved ones. We invite you to join our mission this Giving Tuesday, to provide fundamental diabetes education to millions of people worldwide, including many who don’t have consistent access to health education and resources. Your donation, no matter the amount, is greatly appreciated and will go a long way toward enhancing the lives of people living with diabetes and their loved ones. Check out the link to see how you can help! Don’t forget to share this with your family and friends: https://bit.ly/4giKB8J

Is your healthcare provider familiar with inhaled Insulin? How can you ask you doctor about it? From insulin pumps to CGMs, Drs. E & P have tried every diabetes management tool available. In this video they will go over the benefits of inhaled insulin and show you a scenario that you might come across when asking your doctor about Inhaled Insulin with advice on how handle it. Have you tried asking your healthcare provider about Inhaled Insulin? What was your experience? Share your thoughts down below! If you would like to learn more about inhaled insulin and it's benefits you can visit: https://bit.ly/4eNGzUt

Living with diabetes can be extremely stressful sometimes. How can meditation help bring back some peace into your life? Drs. E & P with special guest Endocrinologist Dr. Preethika Ekanayake from UCSD, explain how meditation can help you reel in that anger and frustration that you might be feeling because of your daily stresses with diabetes management. 🧘♀️ What other ways do you think meditation could help you in your daily life? If you'd like to watch the full episode, check out: https://bit.ly/4fB8VT6

Tired of the Thanksgiving turkey and need something sweet? Crème brûlée is a classic dessert that typically consists of baked custard with a caramelized sugar crust. This recipe uses pumpkin for a fall twist. The only thing better than getting to torch it is cracking open that first bite. Thank you to @patrickmaese on instagram for this recipe. Looking for more recipes to use during the upcoming holidays? Check out: https://bit.ly/40VJ9o3

Meditation isn't just counting sheep! How can meditation be used in every day stressful situations? Drs. E & P with special guest Endocrinologist Dr. Preethika Ekanayake from UCSD, explain how meditation and having a routine can not only increase levels of happiness and reduce stress, but it can also have positive implications when managing your daily life as well. 🧘♀️ Have you tried meditation before? If so, how did it help? If you'd like to watch the full episode, check out: https://bit.ly/4fB8VT6

Happy Thanksgiving from Dr. E and Dr. P! 🦃🍂 This holiday, we’re incredibly grateful for YOU—our amazing TCOYD family. Your strength, resilience, and dedication inspire us every day. Remember, every step you take in your diabetes journey is worth celebrating. We’re here with you, cheering you on! Wishing you a day filled with gratitude, love, and maybe a slice of pie (or two)!

Don't let Thanksgiving cooking stress you out and cause more headaches during the holidays. Let's keep it cool and calm like Kevin (Brian Baumgartner) from the office. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at TCOYD! 🦃 Today, we're extra thankful for our incredible community of individuals living with diabetes, caregivers, and healthcare professionals who inspire us every day. Wishing you a day filled with gratitude, love, and maybe even a little pie! 🥧 Here's to good health and and stress free holiday glee.

Diabetes-related musculoskeletal complications can cause extreme joint pain and sometimes immobile joints as seen with Frozen shoulder. Why is it important to stay educated and know about the variety of signs and symptoms that can occur? During this TCOYD LIVE Broadcast, Dr. Edelman, Dr. Pettus and special guest Dr. Kalunian discussed how staying educated and on top of complications such as Frozen shoulder, could possibly prevent any further pain/complications down the road. Why does this happen and why is it important to stay educated on this topic? Watch the full video to learn more! Have you had frozen shoulder before? How did you know that you had it? Share your thoughts below. To learn more, you can watch the full video here: https://bit.ly/3NjnaQ6

Living with diabetes is a 24/7 affair, is there any way to alleviate the day to day stress? Research shows that practices like meditation can be especially helpful for managing chronic conditions like diabetes. Drs. E & P with special guest Endocrinologist Dr. Preethika Ekanayake from UCSD, explain the distinct benefits of meditation and provide practical tips and resources to help you incorporate mindful practices into your daily life when managing your diabetes. 🧘♀️ Would you like to incorporate meditation into your daily routine? If you'd like to watch the full episode, check out: https://bit.ly/4fB8VT6

This a perfect quick and easy dish for Thanksgiving if you need a little extra time to spend on the turkey thanks to @lowcarbmaven on instagram. Nothing is easier than dropping chopped veggies in a pan and letting the oven do the work. Roasted rutabagas are a great lower-carb potato substitute with an earthy sweetness and peppery tang. Need more recipes for the upcoming holidays? Check out:https://bit.ly/4fTL6pe