How Often to Check A1C When Your Diabetes Is ControlledI recently had a doctor’s appointment. It was a regular 3-month checkup which I schedule to check my A1c and discuss general concerns and questions I have. My A1c at...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Maintaining Your Diet Working 12 Hour ShiftsThe hardest part of my week is surviving my 12-hour night shifts at work. 12-hour shifts are bad enough without being overnight. I have devised ways to keep my eating...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tips on Supporting Family MembersFamily, the only people in this world we should expect to have our back and support us through anything. This becomes even more important once diagnosed with a chronic condition...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Rebounding From a Bad DayIn my opinion, diabetes is one of the biggest pain in the butt diseases to manage. You have to worry about your daily sugar, your A1c, carbohydrate intake, and so...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Types of NeuropathyDiabetic neuropathy happens over time when high blood sugar levels cause damage to the nerves. Most people are familiar with neuropathy that occurs in either the arms or legs, but...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Reading Food LabelsReading food labels can be confusing and frustrating. They are not written to be easy to decipher or for someone with a chronic illness. As a diabetic, you have to...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Coping with Negative ProgressSo many people, including myself, have gone into a doctor’s appointment knowing my A1c has to be better than last time. I have changed up my diet, increased exercise, and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Tips to Help Lower Your A1cGetting blood sugar under control is one of the hardest tasks for a person with diabetes. While daily blood sugars are a good clue to the level of control you...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Tips for Performing a Foot ExamOne of the most problematic complications for diabetics is ulcers and sores, and the most common spot is on the foot. The combination of nerve damage to the legs and...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Why I Will Refuse InsulinAt this point in time, I am not required to be on insulin. After a little research and lab work, I have decided that insulin is one medication that I...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Are Carbohydrates the Enemy?Carbohydrates, the topic of debate amongst people with diabetes and other members of health-related communities. A subject that has many personal experiences mixed with sketchy data that can show both...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My MistakesThe first mistake I made was not getting a glucometer. It is near impossible to control your blood sugar if you don’t know what it is. For some reason, I...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
How I Test New Foods and DrinksThere are differing opinions on when a person should test his or her blood sugar to determine when and how high the peak is. The most common time I hear...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My DiagnosisOn November 13, 2018, I went to the doctor for a check-up and to get my labs drawn. Due to other health issues, I have my labs drawn on a...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
