Coping with stress and diabetes, what do you do to reduce the stressI have been under alot of stress, and just want to know what does everyone do to relieve your stress so you don’t spike your sugars?...Reactions0reactionsComments29 repliesCoping
MetforminWas anyone nervous to start Metformin? And did you have side effects? I’m finding with a lot of stress, and trying to manage my diabetes with diet and excercise is...Reactions0reactionsComments23 repliesBlood Sugar ManagementCopingMedications
What do you eat?It seems like most foods have carbs and I'm constantly hungry eating right. What do you eat regularly?...Reactions0reactionsComments106 repliesCoping
What tips do you have for managing stress over the holiday season?The holidays can be a stressful time, especially when managing life with type 2 diabetes. Share any helpful tips for managing holiday stress with fellow community members to support them...Reactions0reactionsComments16 repliesCopingMental Health
Husband's Responses to My Type 2 Diagnosis Have Hurt Me DeeplyHi. I was diagnosed with type 2 in August 2020. My husband's first action was to order a chocolate dessert at a restaurant and loudly look at me and ask...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesCopingFriends & FamilySupport
How do I set food to eat?I need help in how to set my diet?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesDiagnosisCopingDiet & Nutrition
How Can I Reverse My Type 2 Diabetes?I know this is a loaded question. I was able to get off of medication for a while, but the minute I try to be "normal", I'm back on medication...Reactions0reactionsComments31 repliesTips & AdviceCoping
Managing Type 2 Diabetes & Other Chronic/Autoimmune IllnessesIn addition to type 2 diabetes, what other chronic and/or autoimmune illnesses do you manage?...Reactions0reactionsComments33 repliesNewly DiagnosedDiagnosisCoping
Have You Kept Off Your Weight For 5 Years Or More?I have been dieting since the beginning of time. The sad part is that the weight always comes back, sooner or later. Have you been able to keep the weight...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesWeight ManagementCoping
I Don't Know What's Worst The Cold Or The HeatMy body temperature is out of control. My hands are always cold and my legs are hot. I think I've got a problem with body temperature regulation. I spend most...Reactions0reactionsComments22 repliesWeatherCopingTips & Advice