Now closed: Enter to Win $100 Myabetic Gift Card & Join Us Live on 11/17 for Ask Us Anything Q&A
Updated a 6 PM ET on 11/17/22
Thank you for participating in our Ask Us Anything! This live event and giveaway is now over. We will select the winner of the Myabetic $100 gift card giveaway soon. We'll keep this open for others to chime in to share their experiences as well, but new questions will not count towards the giveaway. Thanks for your interest!
We hope that the answers provided by Shelley and Diane have provided more insight into living with type 2 diabetes.
------
Updated at 4:50 ET on 11/17/22:
Hi T2D community! For the next hour, T2D patient leaders Shelley and Diane will try to answer as many questions as possible. As a friendly reminder, they *cannot* post medical advice.
To see new replies, please refresh this thread consistently.
Also, if you post a question - you’re automatically entered into our Myabetic $100 gift card giveaway! We will end at 6 PM ET!
-----
There are so many important tools, supplies, and tasks to keep track of when living with diabetes. As diabetes patient leader, Nikki, wrote in her What’s In My Bag article, “By having these items on hand, I can manage my diabetes better and control my blood sugar levels – no matter where I am or what I'm doing.”
To recognize Diabetes Awareness Month this year, we are hosting a giveaway. One lucky winner will receive a $100 gift card to Myabetic, a premium provider of diabetes supply cases, bags, and accessories. Enter to winFor a chance to win the Type 2 Diabetes Awareness Month 2022 Giveaway:
Reply to this forum thread with a question for type 2 diabetes Patient Leaders Shelley and Diane.
What questions about living and managing type 2 diabetes do you have for Shelley and Diane?
Anyone who submits a question in this forum thread between Thursday, November 3, 2022, at 10 AM ET and Thursday, November 17, 2022, at 6 PM ET is automatically entered in our Type 2 Diabetes Awareness Month Myabetic $100 Gift Card Giveaway.
Submit a questionOur Patient Leaders may answer your questions during our live Ask Us Anything forum on Thursday, November 17, 2022, between 5 and 6 PM ET. Please note: You need to have a free Type2Diabetes.com account to reply to forum threads. Create an account here.
For 1 bonus entry, share your story about how type 2 diabetes has impacted your life in 100 words or more.Share your story!The gift card giveaway ends on Thursday, November 17, 2022, at 6 PM ET. The winner will be notified via email. The winner has 48 hours to claim their prize before an alternate winner will be selected. For more information, please read the Terms and Conditions. 
What is an Ask Us Anything forum?You have read their amazing articles, you have connected with them through comments, and now is your chance to chat with them live!
Submit your questions in advance or real-time for type 2 diabetes Patient Leaders Shelley and Diane. Then, come back and visit this thread on Thursday, November 17, 2022, from 5 - 6PM ET during our live Ask Us Anything as Shelley and Diane answer your questions!
About Shelley (TheLongPointGirl)After living with gestational diabetes in 1995, Shelley was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 2005. She has been a contributor and moderator at Type2Diabetes.com since 2017. Throughout her years here, she’s explored and shared her experiences on many different diabetes-related topics, including treatment plan changes, doctor relationships, emotional health, work, exercise, recipes, and more.
About DianeAt age 30, Diane was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. She lives with several chronic health conditions, starting from when she was young, and has a family history of type 2 diabetes. While she has been involved in advocacy for over a decade, she joined the Type2Diabetes.com team as a contributor and moderator last year. Some diabetes-related topics she has talked about include her family history, symptoms, complications, burnout, dining out, the importance of community support, and more.
My diabetes education classes have ended, what now?
Hello
, This was also a question that I asked myself years ago. The class was over and out the door I went. If you feel you need more help, there are organizations that offer diabetes management classes 24/7 for free. Your health care provider should know about these. Since the classes are over, pay attention to your diet, controlling your weight, monitor your blood sugar and taking your medication. I would also suggest staying in a community like https://type2diabetes.com for support. Diane (Team Member)
I'm a newly diagnosed diabetic. What is the easiest way to get my sugar under control?
cut out all white foods. Add cinnamon and apple cider vinegar to your diet
Eat 2Good or Ratio brands if you like yogurt.Hello
, I am a very big believer in working closely with my health care provider. When I first got diagnosed, I was young and not really concerned. But after a few bouts of dizzy spells and uncontrollable thirst I had to take my health seriously. My doctor told me to eat a healthy diet with fruit and vegetables. I had to maintain a healthy weight and daily exercise. Other things to do are to keep track of your blood sugar levels to see what makes them go up or down. Eat at regular times, and don't skip meals. We are here if you need us. Diane (Team Member)
Can I have maple syrup
Hello
, This is a great question. I loved pancakes. I brought this up to my doctor years ago and he told me that pure maple syrup or sugar-free syrup has a lower glycemic index. So, it's better for us than regular pancake syrup. I would talk to my doctor because it can raise your sugar. For me personally, maple syrup can be used to replace other sugars that a person with diabetes adds to food. I hope this helps you some. Diane (Team Member)
Can I have maple syrup?
