The Hugely Inflated Prices of Glumetza and Metformin ER
The Hugely Inflated Prices of Glumetza and Metformin ER
I may have been very late to the astonishing price increase of Glumetza, but I am, by coincidence, among the first to report that the generic price is almost as ridiculous. My bill, $14,009.23, was for the generic, available, as promised, in February 2016 and manufactured by Lupin, an Indian pharmaceutical company that is the sixth largest maker of generics in the world.
Wishing for a Diabetes Cure
A Diabetes Cure: Keeping the Hope Alive
My husband Mark and I both have type 1 diabetes. We met as counselors at diabetes summer camp, and married many years later. We knew we wanted a family, and we also knew there was a higher-than-normal possibility that our children would one day be diagnosed with diabetes. We knew this, yet we rarely spoke about it because we firmly believed that it was never going to happen to us.
My Hyperglycemic Haze
My Hyperglycemic Haze
Most nights, my diabetes and I get along fairly well. I test a few hours after dinner and either eat a small snack or take a corrective bolus, depending…
Lemon Poppyseed Muffins 1
Lemon Poppyseed Muffins
Lemon poppyseed muffins are a breakfast classic. The bright lemon flavor and the slight crunch of the poppy seeds are well loved by millions. And…
Why I Chose a Low Carb Ketogenic Diet
Why I Chose a Ketogenic Diet For Diabetes Management
I am a retired physician living with Type 1 diabetes since 1998. I started to exercise regularly in 2007 to help ward off complications, particularly cardiovascular disease. I was unaware at the time that aerobic exercise alone would have little impact on the development of cardiovascular disease. It wasn’t until 2011 when I contemplated doing an ironman distance triathlon, that I discovered diet is the most important determinate in the development of most chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease.
Pork Chops with Mushrooms and Sage
Pork Chops with Mushrooms and Sage
When I was growing up, pork chops were always served with applesauce. I don’t really know why, but it seemed like the only way they ever came. Surprising when you think about how well pork chops go with all sorts of sauces and toppings. From sweet to savory, there are plenty of pairing opportunities. A simple topping of mushrooms sautéed with butter, garlic and sage makes this a wonderful low carb meal.
Hypoglycemia Anxiety
How to Deal with Hypoglycemia Anxiety
We are balancing the need to maintain good blood glucose control with the fear of hypoglycemia. This fear is well founded. Hypoglycemia is not just unpleasant and embarrassing- it can be fatal.