How to Create New Active Habits After Weight GainRestaurants have often taken the heat for their contribution to extra calories and unwanted weight gain. But some of our favorite go-to...reactions1comment
Revisiting the Health at Every Size FrameworkIn early 2023, new American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines for managing children's weight were released. I was shocked and disheartened by this...reactionscomments
Why Don’t They Take Their Medication?Former Surgeon General C. Everett Koop famously said, "Drugs don't work in patients who don't take them." Taking medications as prescribed (medication...reactions12comments
What You Should Know About Diabetic RetinopathyYou may have heard the term diabetic retinopathy (DR). But that doesn't mean diabetic retinopathy is simple to understand! Here are a...reactionscomments
Eye Injection Side Effects: My Experience and What You Need to KnowEditor's Note: This article was written by Sue LaBar Yohey and originally appeared on our partner site MacularDegeneration.net. What are the common...reactionscomments
Finding Compassion for Yourself After a Diabetes DiagnosisShame is an experience that many people with type 2 diabetes encounter. If you struggle with these feelings, you are not alone...reactions1comment
When Habits Shift: Overcoming Cravings and Dieting Fatigue in Diabetes ManagementSo, you’ve done the right thing by eating right or using medications that help curb appetite, such as semaglutide. But what happens...reactionscomments
Moving With Neuropathy: How I Stay Focused on the SidelinesIf you are newly diagnosed or a veteran with type 2 diabetes, you are or may likely suffer from diabetic neuropathy. Neuropathy...reactionscomments
Beyond the Scale: Meaningful Ways to Measure Your Health ProgressI used to obsess about the numbers on the scale. I’d weigh myself first thing in the morning, always without clothes on...reactions8comments
Losing Belly Fat for Better Diabetes ManagementOf course, genetics plays a role in our health. Our genes predispose us to a certain hair color, eye color, and even...reactions10comments
How I Manage Stress While Living With Type 2 DiabetesManaging stress can be a challenge for those living with type 2 diabetes. It's understandable that the additional responsibility of managing our...reactions4comments
What Gets You Moving?Before my type 2 diabetes diagnosis, I was lazy. You might say I was unexpectedly reckless with the way I ate and...reactions3comments
My Diabetes Is Controlled, So Why Can't I Eat What I Want?The first time I got a normal A1c reading, I was thrilled. Finally, my type 2 diabetes was under control. Then I...reactions19comments
The Side-Eye of Sugar: Living with Type 2 Diabetes in a Judgmental WorldThe crinkle of a chip bag at a work meeting, the raised eyebrows as I reach for a second slice of pecan...reactions11comments
4 Simple Strategies for Curbing the CravingsAs a person with type 2 diabetes, you're probably familiar with the difficulty in controlling your cravings for sugary treats and savory...reactions5comments
Comparing the Top Over-the-Counter Continuous Glucose MonitorsChecking your blood sugar levels with a glucometer is a great way to determine what is working for your diabetes management plan...reactions6comments
Celebrities with Type 2 DiabetesMusic was a huge part of my upbringing. My dad always had music on in the house. His taste was eclectic. He...reactions5comments
Illness, Surgery, and Diabetes Meds: What You Should KnowWhen you have diabetes, your medications are a key part of staying healthy. However, sometimes when you are sick or need surgery...reactionscomments
Tips on Supporting Family MembersFamily members are the only people in this world we should expect to have our back and support us through anything. This...reactions1comment
NOW CLOSED: Step Up Your Health Awareness Month GiveawayThe Step Up Your Health Awareness Month Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! November is Type 2 Diabetes Awareness...reactionscomments
