3 Fears of Taking Diabetes ShotsInsulin and some non-insulin diabetes medications (GLP-1s) are shots you give yourself many times a day, once a day, or every week...reactions2comments
Exercising With Limited Mobility to Manage Type 2 DiabetesRegular physical activity is a cornerstone of managing type 2 diabetes. As we move our bodies and stretch muscles, we build strength...reactions1comment
My Journey With Insulin, 18 Months LaterI never thought insulin would be part of my diabetes journey. Why? Because I seemed to have been able to deal with...reactions4comments
Barriers to Checking Blood SugarIf you have diabetes, checking your blood sugar can be an important and common part of your care. Monitoring your blood sugar...reactions6comments
A Friendly Diabetes Complications ReminderAfter my scare this past month with having a stroke, I feel it is important to remember why we are fighting diabetes...reactionscomments
5 Ways to Manage Your Diabetes CareDiabetes is a condition that affects my life, but it has not defined me. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at...reactions2comments
New Habits Worth FormingForming a new habit is hard. And as we get older, making new habits gets even more complicated! But when you are...reactionscomments
What is Insulin Resistance?Throughout your diabetes journey, you most likely have heard many new terms such as blood glucose levels, hemoglobin A1C, simple carbohydrates and...reactions4comments
Primary Care Doctor or Endocrinologist?Diabetes is a very complex disease, so complex that it may require specialists to deal with the magnitude of it. Or does...reactions6comments
Supporting a Loved One With DiabetesWhether you care for a parent, spouse, or child, supporting someone with diabetes has its challenges. From learning the diet restrictions and...reactions2comments
5 Helpful Questions for Diabetes CaregiversIt took a long time for me to know exactly what type of assistance I wanted with diabetes from my husband, family...reactions1comment
Parenthood With DiabetesDiabetes is a challenging illness with so many complications that affect the entire body. Managing diabetes on your own can be overwhelming...reactionscomments
The Long Haul to Bariatric SurgeryThe day is May 4, 2021; may the force be with me. After 4 years of steadily trying everything I could on...reactions1comment
Traveling Across Time Zones With Type 2 DiabetesTraveling across 2 or more time zones usually means jet lag. But traveling across time zones with type 2 diabetes definitely means...reactionscomments
Summertime Showdown: How to Beat the HeatRegarding summertime-specific diabetes tips for staying cool, most of us automatically think about checking blood sugars and staying hydrated. However, there are...reactionscomments
Benefits and Drawbacks of Glucose Checks, A1c Levels, and Time In RangeYou and your healthcare team gauge the success of your diabetes management plan by using your daily checks and/or your A1c levels. Both...reactions2comments
Ditch the Pitfalls of Diabetes Perfection: Examine Your Expectations for Self-CareDo you have high expectations for yourself? Do you struggle with feelings of perfection? These can be challenging traits to cope with...reactions3comments
The Signs and Symptoms of HypoglycemiaOne condition that many diabetics need to keep an eye out for, especially if taking medication to reduce blood sugar, is hypoglycemia...reactionscomments
The Connection Between Diet Culture and Disordered EatingSo much of the conversation about type 2 diabetes focuses on food and exercise. And much of what is said has a...reactions1comment
3 Reasons Why Exercise With Long-term Diabetes Can Be HardAdvice to exercise regularly usually comes along with a type 2 diabetes diagnosis. For most people, the average goal is to achieve...reactionscomments
