The Complications of DiabetesThere may be days where living with diabetes feels easier than you thought it would be. And other days where all you...reactions1comment
Can You Develop Complications Even When Diabetes is Well Controlled?One of the biggest stressors you face as a person with diabetes is that if your diabetes is not well controlled, you...reactions4comments
CKD and the Kidney Tests Every Person With Diabetes Should GetChronic kidney disease (CKD) is a serious complication of diabetes. As the kidneys fail, the body's ability to remove waste products and...reactionscomments
How to Manage Diabetes BurnoutAt one point I dealt with diabetes burnout. I just did not care about my numbers or my diet anymore. I wanted...reactions5comments
How Using a Diabetes App Boosted My ConfidenceWhen I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, my A1C was over 13! Over the next 18 months, I managed to bring...reactionscomments
Weight Management and Type 2 Diabetes - Take Our Quick PollsFor people living with chronic health conditions, managing weight can be a particularly challenging task. Balancing the demands of managing symptoms and...reactionscomments
The Emotional Impact of Gaining WeightMy life was pretty much on track when the pandemic first started. Then, alongside millions of others, the pandemic turned my life...reactionscomments
Diabetes and Your Thyroid: What’s the Connection?If you live with type 2 diabetes, there's a chance you also live with another health condition: thyroid disease. There are many...reactionscomments
Should I wear a Medical Alert Bracelet?When we think of medical alert jewelry, we tend to think of persons who might be in immediate danger from a food...reactionscomments
There's an App for That!Smartphones allow you to have several diabetes management tools at your fingertips! Today it's much more accessible to track your lab work and...reactions6comments
How to Find Virtual Support During the Pandemic and BeyondNow that we're years into the pandemic (!), you're probably used to doing just about everything virtually or through an online app...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...reactionscomments
The Ozempic CrazeTo quote the commercial, have you heard of the medication, "Oh, oh, oh, Ozempic®?" Also, have you heard of Wegovy®? Wegovy is...reactions6comments
Feeling Like Everything Is Your FaultHaving a health condition you think is your fault can be quite difficult. And worse, you can start to feel that others...reactions2comments
Challenging Stigmas in T2D Part 1: The “Lifestyle” LabelHave you ever noticed that “lifestyle” gets a lot of attention when it comes to diabetes? It can give the impression that a...reactions2comments
Dealing With Mood Swings and Changing Blood SugarHave you ever thought about type 2 diabetes and your mood? They might sound unrelated but believe me when I say they...reactionscomments
It's Never Too Late to ChangeI know that many of us reach a certain age, and it seems too late to make significant changes in life. I...reactionscomments
3 Things to Know About Managing Blood Sugars For SurgeryWhether going through a major surgery or a same-day operation, changes to your diabetes management plan are usually necessary. Based on my...reactionscomments
How Precious Are Your Feet?Have you ever thought about how type 2 diabetes could affect your feet? A pretty young relative of mine recently had some...reactions8comments
How Yoga Helped Me With Type 2 DiabetesMany people ask me how I stay active and energetic with my ongoing diabetes. Many people with type 2 diabetes struggle with...reactions5comments
