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
I don't understand Metformin muchSo I am pre diabetic. My a1c was 6.2 I am on 500mg daily. I understand metformin makes the liver produce less sugar, the gi tract absorbs more sugar to...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesBlood Sugar ManagementMedications
Which T2D symptom bothers you the most?Living with type 2 diabetes (T2D) can be a constant struggle. Which of the many T2D symptoms or side effects bothers you the most?...Reactions0reactionsComments84 repliesSymptomsSide Effects
Switched to Metformin Extended Release and my blood sugar is much higher?I was on regular Metformin twice a day. Just recently in the last 2 months really started getting serious with low carb. Within 2 weeks I got my fasting blood...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesBlood Sugar ManagementMedications
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
Have you ever switched your diabetes management plan?Type 2 diabetes is a progressive, chronic condition. It can be well controlled on the right management plan, which may differ for everyone. Over time, what worked initially to keep...Reactions0reactionsComments35 repliesMedications
When to take insulin My neighbor is a T2D and I have been a type 1 for 42 years. She takes her insulin After meals. I have never heard of this! Are there T2s...Reactions0reactionsComments45 repliesTreatment
How much do I have to exercise for it to make a difference?Reactions0reactionsComments15 repliesExercise
Weight Loss Insulin shots and DiabetesMy son is losing weight while taking insulin and earing same amt of food. Has anyone had this experience?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesInsulinWeight Management
Why is my Blood sugar always high in the morning and go down after eating, it's so frustrating 😭Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBlood Sugar Management