Should I Start Using Insulin To Treat My Type 2 Diabetes?Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that affects your ability to control blood sugar. When you eat, your body breaks down...reactions3comments
Debunking 5 Insulin Myths for Type 2 Diabetes ManagementInsulin tends to be one of the more misunderstood aspects of type 2 diabetes (T2D) management. In my career as a Certified...reactions4comments
BMI Cannot Be Used Alone to Measure HealthBody mass index, or BMI, is a tool doctors use to check how much a person weighs compared to how tall they...reactions3comments
Types of Insulin PensManaging your blood sugar when you have diabetes can be challenging. You may find that you and your doctor have to try...reactionscomments
Respiratory Infections 101Respiratory infections affect the nose, sinuses, throat, and airways. These infections can cause symptoms such as congestion, cough, and shortness of breath...reactionscomments
Flu, RSV and COVID-19: Differences Between 3 Respiratory InfectionsThe flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and COVID-19 are all contagious respiratory infections that affect the nose, throat, and lungs. They affect...reactions2comments
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV): The BasicsRespiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that causes cold-like symptoms such as runny nose, cough, congestion, and shortness of...reactions1comment
Type 2 Diabetes and Respiratory InfectionsRespiratory infections are one type of severe infection that often affects people with type 2 diabetes. In fact, a 2022 study reported...reactionscomments
The Connection Between Type 2 Diabetes and Restless LegsHave jumpy legs at night? Do they make it hard for you to fall asleep? You might have a condition common to...reactions3comments
What to Know If You Have Been Diagnosed With Diabetic Macular EdemaA possible complication for people with type 2 diabetes is macular edema, an eye condition that affects vision. If you have been...reactionscomments
Neuropathy: Going Beyond Tablets for TreatmentNeuropathy is a notoriously tough complication of type 2 diabetes. Nighttime leg pain, numbness, burning, shooting pains, extreme sensitivity to touch, and...reactionscomments
What Does Type 2 Diabetes Progression Mean?Type 2 diabetes happens when your body becomes resistant to insulin. Insulin is a hormone that helps your cells use sugar in...reactions5comments
11 Tips to Prevent Respiratory InfectionsIf you are worried about getting sick from respiratory infections like cold, flu, or RSV (respiratory syncytial virus), it is important to...reactionscomments
Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD): Connections to Type 2 DiabetesNonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is now considered a metabolic disease. You may have heard of metabolic syndrome when learning about type...reactionscomments
High Morning Blood Sugars: What Is the Dawn Phenomenon?People with diabetes have trouble converting food into energy. When you eat, your body breaks down food into a sugar called glucose...reactions8comments
What Is Diabetic Macular Edema?Macular edema is a buildup of fluid in the macula. The macula is an important part of the retina, which is the...reactions3comments
SNRI Drugs and Diabetic NeuropathyDiabetic neuropathy is nerve damage caused by diabetes that can lead to pain, ulcerations, and in some cases, amputation. A class of drugs...reactions1comment
Calibrating CGMs: What You Need to KnowContinuous glucose monitors (CGMs) have become increasingly popular. They are replacing traditional blood glucose monitoring systems for many people with type 2...reactionscomments
What Does It Mean to Be Diagnosed With Prediabetes?Being told you have prediabetes can leave you worried and confused about the future. Read on to learn more about what it...reactionscomments
My Responses to 3 Concerns About Diabetes MedicinesAs a certified diabetes care and education specialist (CDCES), I hear common concerns about diabetes medicines when working with people with type...reactionscomments
