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What is the Biggest Takeaway when Addressing Diabetes Distress?

April 1st, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on What is the Biggest Takeaway when Addressing Diabetes Distress?

We asked Dr. Susan Guzman (see bio below), lead trainer and clinician in the Embark Trial to share insights on providing the best care to people with diabetes. Learn more … Continue reading What is the Biggest Takeaway when Addressing Diabetes Distress?

How to Succeed with Person-Centered Coaching

April 1st, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on How to Succeed with Person-Centered Coaching

A diagnosis of diabetes often carries a significant emotional response. People with diabetes experience a myriad of feelings as they come to terms with their diagnosis and anticipate their future. … Continue reading How to Succeed with Person-Centered Coaching

Troubleshooting CGM Accuracy

April 1st, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Troubleshooting CGM Accuracy

By Christine Craig, MS, RD, CDCES As more and more people are using glucose sensors as a tool to improve their blood sugars, they may feel frustrated or confused about … Continue reading Troubleshooting CGM Accuracy

A Recipe from Mohammed Ali

March 29th, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on A Recipe from Mohammed Ali

Mohammed Ali was a fierce competitor and fought for what he believed in. Yes, the towering figure had a poetic side, that leaned toward justice. In 1972 Ali was being … Continue reading A Recipe from Mohammed Ali

Rationale of the Week | How to Increase Participation in DSMES?

March 28th, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Rationale of the Week | How to Increase Participation in DSMES?

For last week’s practice question, we quizzed participants on how to Increase participation in DSMES. 75% of respondents chose the best answer. We want to clarify and share this important … Continue reading Rationale of the Week | How to Increase Participation in DSMES?

Positively Type 1: A Holistic Perspective for Diabetes Educators

March 27th, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Positively Type 1: A Holistic Perspective for Diabetes Educators

Holistic Diabetes Educator & Author of “Positively Type 1”  An interview with Nick Kundrat, BS, CEP, CDCES, LMT Nick Kundrat first caught our attention when he shared his incredibly detailed study … Continue reading Positively Type 1: A Holistic Perspective for Diabetes Educators

Question of the Week | Which statement is accurate regarding treatment of steatosis?

March 26th, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Question of the Week | Which statement is accurate regarding treatment of steatosis?

Up to 70% of people with diabetes have steatosis. Those at higher risk of moving to steatohepatitis include individuals with prediabetes and diabetes who also have cardiometabolic risk factors.  According … Continue reading Question of the Week | Which statement is accurate regarding treatment of steatosis?

Rationale of the Week | Assessing for Food Insecurity with Diabetes

March 21st, 2024 / Beverly Thomassian / Comments Off on Rationale of the Week | Assessing for Food Insecurity with Diabetes

For last week’s practice question, we quizzed participants on assessing food insecurity with diabetes. 60% of respondents chose the best answer. We want to clarify and share this important information, … Continue reading Rationale of the Week | Assessing for Food Insecurity with Diabetes

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