Keeping Your Kidneys HealthyOne of the hardest parts about having diabetes is that it can affect every part of your body, usually, without warning. Adding...reactions3comments
6 Ways People With Type 2 Diabetes Can Boost Kidney HealthPeople with type 2 diabetes are at greater risk of developing chronic kidney disease (CKD). As many as 1 in 3 people...reactions6comments
My MistakesThe first mistake I made was not getting a glucometer. It is near impossible to control your blood sugar if you don’t...reactions4comments
Exhaustion and Frustration: An Introduction to Diabetes BurnoutThe concept of burnout first gained attention in 1969, when the term burnout related to the work environment. In the early 1980s...reactions1comment
How is a Continuous Glucose Monitor Different than My Glucose Meter?It’s incredible that in a lifetime, we’ve moved from using urine to determine someone’s glucose level, all the way to using devices...reactionscomments
Who’s in Your Corner? Critical Areas of Support in DiabetesWhen it comes to support in diabetes, you need support in three critical areas: Within these areas, there are many types of...reactionscomments
The Benefits of DeprescribingRecently, I read an article about deprescribing. At first I found it a little confusing. What is “deprescribing?” Turns out I know...reactionscomments
Finding Out I Can't Cure My Type 2 DiabetesIt wasn't until recently that I discovered I couldn't completely cure my type 2 diabetes with medicine or eating right. I was...reactionscomments
"Get Out of My Head": My T2D Diagnosis StoryEditor's note: Content warning – This article includes experiences with disordered eating. I know I've shared this information with you all a...reactionscomments
How I Manage T2D With Telehealth and TechnologyAs someone who has been living with type 2 diabetes for over 5 years, I am constantly looking for new ways to...reactions2comments
Did You Know People with Diabetes May Naturally Be More Stressed?Many studies that have been done have shown a higher risk of depression in people with diabetes than people without it. A recent...reactions8comments
When You Want to Switch Doctors but Your Insurance Denies ItLet's say you're not satisfied with the way your doctor is managing your diabetes treatment. So, you decide to change your doctor...reactionscomments
How to Support Someone Living With Type 2 DiabetesDealing with type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a difficult journey that can be more manageable with the support of friends and family...reactionscomments
When a Friend Joins Your JourneyYou never want to be that person - the one who is excited that a friend has type 2 diabetes. But, being...reactionscomments
The Benefits of Glucose MonitorsPeople with diabetes are always trying to figure out the best way to monitor their blood sugar levels. One of the most...reactions2comments
Road Tripping With DiabetesThere’s something about the tug of the road when seasons change. Summer heat gives way to autumn colors. Winter’s cold gives way...reactionscomments
Mental Motivation: The Principles of Type 2 Diabetes ManagementWe have all heard this before... It doesn't matter where you are in life; acknowledging where you are is better than staying...reactions1comment
Insulin Price Cuts: A Few Steps in the Right DirectionAs someone who uses insulin to help manage type 2 diabetes, I was cheered by the news that Eli Lilly is lowering...reactions7comments
How to Find Financial Assistance for TreatmentMany illnesses come with steep price tags. Once you are diagnosed with diabetes, navigating treatment expenses can be challenging. Insurance plans cover...reactions1comment
We’re Saying the Same Thing but Using Different Words: Complicated Words Associated With Diabetes CareMedical notes and lab work are becoming more available via online healthcare portals. However, that doesn’t make the medical jargon found in...reactionscomments
