Resolutions Aren't Just for JanuaryThe beginning of a new calendar year can be a motivating time to set resolutions or commit to healthy changes. Most of us do it. We set our sights on...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Should I Be Worried About My Diabetes?Should I be worried about my type 2 diabetes (T2D)? This question pops up from time to time, and there's not always an easy answer. I'm fortunate enough to have...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Savor the Season, Not Just the Sweets: My T2D Holiday TipsRaise your hand if you are ready for the holidays. Yep, me too! The holidays are a time for joy, family, and, unfortunately, a surplus of tempting treats. As a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Let's Talk Blood Glucose ControlWhen living with a chronic condition like type 2 diabetes (T2D), it can be easy to feel discouraged and frustrated. But you’re not alone. This awareness month, we are highlighting...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Sole Mates: Winter Foot Care GiveawayThe Sole Mates giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Here at Type2Diabetes.com, we are recognizing Diabetes Awareness Month this November by launching a winter foot care giveaway!...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
All Symptoms Matter With Type 2 DiabetesI began having difficulty swallowing and started sweating excessively. These and other symptoms that I assumed were nothing serious and eventually disappeared would come back and lead to my type...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Listening to Your Body: Understanding Its SignalsListen to your body. What is it telling you? I was doing a centering exercise. It was supposed to bring me calm focus to guide my decisions and actions as...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Playing the Blame Game When You Have Type 2 DiabetesLike many people, I blame myself for my type 2 diabetes (T2D). And it doesn't help that I still blame myself even now when I eat the "wrong" foods -...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Reflecting on Burnout and Frustration With Type 2 DiabetesIt's been over 30 years since I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (T2D). Overall, it has impacted my mental health more than I expected. My mother died at the...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
No Prescription Needed: Comparing Options for Continuous Glucose MonitoringChecking your blood glucose with a glucometer is a great way to determine what is or is not working for your diabetes management plan. Until now, glucometers were the only...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Heatwaves and Hypos: Woken Up by Low Blood SugarI'm not sure what woke me up first. Was it the hum of the oscillating fan? Or the cool sting of air on my sweaty leg? I lay there for...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Will My Disability Benefits Change If My Diagnosis Changes?Getting approved for disability benefits from the US Social Security Administration (SSA) can take a lot of paperwork and patience. But you may be also wondering: What if my diagnosis...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Sun, Sweat, and Self-care: Managing Diabetes While Staying Active This SummerSummer is in full swing, and with it comes the urge to get outside, soak up the sunshine, and hit the beach and pool. However, for those of us managing...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Insulin Pump Patches: Taking the Hit Out of Insulin InjectionsTaking insulin injections can be a burden, especially if you take multiple injections a day. Thankfully, there are some alternatives available. One option is an insulin pump patch. An insulin...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Starting From Respect: How We Can Have Healthy ConversationsRecently, the celebrity press was abuzz about Ozempic — yet again. On social media, one celebrity commented that another was looking good in a photo, then asked if that was...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Facing the Roadblocks to Eating Healthy With T2DI admit it; I find it so hard to eat right with type 2 diabetes (T2D). What do you do when you find it challenging to do the right thing?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Why Regular Blood Sugar Monitoring Works for MeIt has been quite a while since I was first diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, a little over 30 years ago. During my time with diabetes, I have learned a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Explaining Type 2 Diabetes to My Little SuperheroBraxton, my 4-year-old son, is a ball of boundless and what seems to be endless energy. He tackles his breakfast like a tiny champion, devours pancakes in seconds, and runs...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Healthy & Hydrated Giveaway (Now Closed)The healthy & hydrated giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! As the heat of summer is upon us, monitoring water intake and hydration levels is an essential...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Tips to Improve Your Sleep With T2DMake sleep cool again! We live in a society where sleep deprivation is often glorified. Lack of sleep usually gets viewed as a badge of honor for hustle, grind, and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
