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Type 2 Diabetes in the Summer

What are you doing to prepare for summer as someone with diabetes?

Do you pack an emergency preparedness kit with your diabetes necessities while traveling or in case of inclement weather?

  1. Type 2

    1. Carry thermos flasks with lots of iced tea

      1. I make tea by the gallon using Lipton and then add the flavoring per glass. I'm experimenting with flavors.

      2. , thanks for sharing. I have never been much of a tea drinker. Which ones would you recommend? Diane (Team Member)

    2. I keep 6 bottles of water in my car in case I am stuck in traffic or breakdown. I always carry something to drink when I leave the house

      1. that’s a great idea! Thank you for chiming in! - CJ (Team Member)

      2. , I really need to do this also. How do you keep it chill in this hot weather? Thanks for sharing. Diane (Team Member)

    3. Never leave the house without water.

      1. Smart idea. Traveling with a water bottle is important. -Lauren (team member)

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