10 Easy Ways to Make Active Time HappenCreating a habit to disrupt sitting and sedentary time can be challenging, especially in the winter months. Regular physical activity can have benefits for blood sugar management. So, while it...reactionscomments
What Are Biosimilar Insulins?There has been an uptake of biosimilar insulins over the past year. While some patients have requested the switch from the originator product to save money, others have had to...reactionscomments
Self-care for People With Type 2 DiabetesKindness toward ourselves is a modern phenomenon that has come about as we increasingly value self-care and introspection. We can thank our culture for this newfound respect for the individual...reactionscomments
How to Find the Perfect Registered DietitianOne of the significant life changes that may come with type 2 diabetes is changing your diet. Though your physician probably has some advice, did you know doctors only get...reactionscomments
Community Member Spotlight: KathleenIt is time to get to know some community members! We recently spoke with Kathleen, an active community member on Type2Diabetes.com and our Facebook page. Below she shares details of...reactionscomments
How to Avoid Snacking When You’re BoredIt's 3:00 pm, do you know where the chips are? I don't know about you, but boredom snacking hits its peak around mid-afternoon for me. Back when I was working...reactionscomments
Managing Neuropathy Pain: What to Mention at Your Next AppointmentYou may have heard about (or experienced) diabetes neuropathy pain in the legs and feet. But have you explored your options for managing pain? Often, as a CDCES, I find...reactionscomments
No, I Did Not Give You DiabetesI have been married for 25 years and have had type 2 diabetes for over 25 years. My husband just developed type 2 diabetes in the last few years. We...reactionscomments
Be Selfish, Make Sure YOU Focus on YOUBe selfish. Did I get your attention? It can be very positive and uplifting to focus on yourself by being selfish. Hear me out. You can leave a lasting impression...reactionscomments
There’s More to Diabetes Neuropathy Than Your Legs and FeetMost people think about the feet and legs regarding diabetes neuropathy. However, nerve damage can affect other body parts, too. To learn more about some of the other kinds of...reactionscomments
New Year, a Better YouWe all know the phrase, "new year, new you." For 2022 push for your goals to be an extension of your journey. Your past needs not to be forgotten but...reactionscomments
Using Smartwatches to Manage DiabetesWe are in the world of technology. For some of us, getting on board with tech gadgets is exciting, while others may resist taking on the newest item on the...reactionscomments
Getting Back to the Exercise Game After an InjurySometimes diabetes has nothing to do with our health issues, but that doesn't mean those issues aren't scary, nor does it mean they don't impact our diabetes - they do...reactionscomments
Top 5 Tips for Staying on Track During the HolidaysI regretted it instantly. The fork was already on the tip of my tongue, but I allowed the moment to pass me by, and my thoughts of regret for having...reactionscomments
3 Reasons Why You and Your CDCES May Not JiveA successful relationship between you and your certified diabetes care and education specialist (CDCES) is a mutual one - both sides listen, weigh in, and are honest. Sometimes, situations are...reactionscomments
Community Views: (Mis)Understanding Type 2 DiabetesLiving with type 2 diabetes (T2D) brings many challenges. You must navigate changes to your physical health. You also encounter the T2D stereotypes of others. It is frustrating how many...reactionscomments
This Is NOT Your Grandma’s DiabetesType 2 diabetes (T2D) can run through family lines. That's why, as a nurse Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), my first questions to those newly diagnosed are, "Does...reactionscomments
Multiple Diagnoses: How to Advocate for Your HealthEditor’s Note: This article was originally shared by our sister site, Endometriosis.net, and was written by Alene Brennan. Because my health challenges started at such a young age, my parents...reactionscomments
Walking to Manage Post-meal Blood SugarWalking is one of those underrated forms of exercise. It's not really a sport, and sometimes it feels too gentle to be considered an exercise. But did you know that...reactions2comments
Cold Weather and Staying HydratedNow that the colder weather is here, I'm finding it increasingly difficult to keep hydrated. To me, staying hydrated means drinking 60 plus ounces of water a day. During the...reactionscomments
