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Every person who has diabetes will inevitably experience it uniquely. While there are some symptoms and treatments that overlap, each person has a unique environment, body, and philosophy that will...

There are things in life that I find insulting. Thankfully I can either ignore or roll with it. Well, that’s not quite true either, I obsess about it then I...

When working with type 2 diabetes patients, I receive many of the same questions related to diabetes care. Here are the top three: There’s a common misconception that someone with...

After having cataract surgery on both of my eyes I have a whole new outlook on the world! For the first time since I was a child, I’m able to...

When working with individuals for counseling and coaching, I always start with asking about their goals and what it is they want. So often I hear back responses such as ...

Navigating life with type 2 diabetes can be overwhelming and confusing, especially when you are going through it without much support. It is hard to know where to turn when...

One of the hardest parts about having diabetes is that it can affect every part of your body, usually, without warning. Adding to the devastation, most of the destruction to...

If you have diabetes, checking your blood sugar can be an important and common part of your care. Monitoring your blood sugar can help you maintain healthy levels, which can...

A few months ago I took on a new eating challenge. Though I’d sworn off strict diets many years ago, I felt I was turning to sweets too often and...

Checking your blood sugar is part of diabetes management. We know when your individual blood sugar readings are in range, they will result in a hemoglobin A1C that will be...

Your needs to properly care for your diabetes are an inherent right. To do so, is probably going to require you to advocate for your needs more than a few...

The healthcare world is full of all kinds of lingo. In fact, you may meet two different medical professionals who refer to the same diabetes “thing” with different terms. Your family or...

Dealing with a new type 2 diabetes diagnosis is frustrating, scary, and confusing. Dealing with the progression of diabetes can also evoke all of those feelings. And for valid reasons!...

We all think of the holidays as a time to maybe splurge a little on the better things in life. We buy presents, make trips to see loved ones, and...

Among the complications that can come with type 2 diabetes there’s one that you may not be aware of: periodontal disease. Red, swollen, bleeding gums. Gums pulling away from teeth...

Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists (CDCES), informally known as "diabetes educators," can be a critical part of your care team. Here’s a rundown on who CDCESs are, how to find...

Affording supplies and prescription drugs for managing type 2 diabetes can be challenging. The costs can be high and difficult to afford. To learn more about how the community navigates...

Metformin is one of the first-line medications and most commonly prescribed oral medication for managing type 2 diabetes. It is important to note that one possible side effect that many...

Being hydrated seems to be the solution to many concerns. Clear skin, proper digestion, body temperature regulation, and more. But, did you know that adequate hydration can also contribute to...

I am sure the first thing you may have thought when reading the title was that it is some form of clickbait. Why would anyone think that eating is a...