Quick 5-Ingredient GuacamoleGuacamole is so versatile. Put it on your tacos, baked potatoes, or throw it on top of grilled fish! But let’s be honest, there’s some prep work to guacamole. To get around...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Eye, Eye, Eye: What to Expect at Your Next Diabetes Eye AppointmentDo you regularly have your eyes checked, or is it a struggle to stay on top of your appointments? Maybe you've put off these regular eye exams over recent years. Your...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Quick Fish TacosFish is an important part of any healthy eating pattern, but especially for folks with diabetes. That’s because omega-3s have been linked to lower risks of heart disease and death...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
What I Wish Someone With Type 2 Diabetes Would Ask Me as a CDCESI LOVE when someone comes to see me with a list of questions. I'm a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES). When someone comes with questions, it usually means they’ve...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Quick, Easy, and Affordable Vegan Lo MeinEating higher amounts of plant-based foods have been linked to improvements in diabetes health. Not only is this recipe simple and quick, but it’s also an easy way to eat a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Crispy Brussels SproutsWhether you’re trying to find a side dish for a meal at home or looking to take something new to the next family barbecue, this recipe is it. Brussels sprouts are...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
3 Common Misunderstandings About Type 2 Diabetes ProgressionThe words diabetes progression often strike fear into those living with type 2 diabetes. It’s a scary term, made even scarier when it’s used inappropriately to intimidate you into improved diabetes...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Chicken and Avocado Honey Mustard SaladThere are many ways to decrease your risk for heart disease, one of which is switching out red meats for leaner proteins like fish and poultry. In addition, chicken is...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Can I Get Pregnant If I Have Type 2 Diabetes?Very few diabetes education programs are designed for young people diagnosed or living with type 2 diabetes. I remember speaking with a young woman who felt out of place attending...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
We’re Saying the Same Thing but Using Different Words: Complicated Words Associated With Diabetes CareMedical notes and lab work are becoming more available via online healthcare portals. However, that doesn’t make the medical jargon found in them any easier to understand. You may read...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Beef and Broccoli With MushroomsSometimes there is nothing more enjoyable than to call in a takeout order from your favorite local restaurant, but eating out can sometimes be challenging for blood sugar management. Making...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Is “Basal” Insulin?I try hard to make diabetes terms easy to understand, including types of insulin. However, being human, I still fall short! Recently, a person with diabetes I was working with asked me...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
We’re Saying the Same Thing but Using Different Words: Diabetes Lab WorkEven as medical notes and lab work become more available via online portals, you may notice a number of different terms used regarding your diabetes health. It’s challenging to decipher...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Why Should You Know About Concentrated Insulins?For those of you who use insulin, and still struggle to see healthy blood sugars, it may be time to consider concentrated insulins. Before I dive into concentrated insulins, let...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
5 Mistakes People Make About Their A1CAn A1C is more than just a lab result for you and your medical team. Here are 5 mistakes people with diabetes make about with their A1C: A1Cs can tell...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Insulin Dosing Options Beyond an Insulin Pump: V-GoTaking insulin for type 2 diabetes can be a lot of work. But there are options that may potentially make life a little easier for you. You may have heard of...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The 3 Most Common Questions I’m Asked as a CDCESWhen working with type 2 diabetes patients, I receive many of the same questions related to diabetes care. Here are the top three: There’s a common misconception that someone with...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
We’re Saying the Same Thing But Using Different Words: General Diabetes CareThe healthcare world is full of all kinds of lingo. In fact, you may meet two different medical professionals who refer to the same diabetes “thing” with different terms. Your family or...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Is a CDCES & How I Can Find One?Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists (CDCES), informally known as "diabetes educators," can be a critical part of your care team. Here’s a rundown on who CDCESs are, how to find...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
We’re Saying the Same Thing But Using Different Words: CGM VersionHere we go again! I’m continuing my series on bringing together “layman’s” terms and medical jargon into one neat package. This time with a focus on continuous glucose monitor devices! One thing to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments