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
Diabetes Mindset: Positive In, Positive OutWe all know that positive thinking can make all the difference when it comes to living with any chronic illness, including type...reactions2comments
My Medication Adherence ExperiencesWhen I got diagnosed with diabetes decades ago, it was a massive shock in itself for me. I had to bring home...reactionscomments
Meal Prep Your Way to Better Type 2 Diabetes ManagementDon't fall into the pressure of needing to make healthy and balanced meals from scratch on a daily basis. There is an...reactionscomments
"Sugar-Free" Isn't Always Sugar-FreeAs diabetics, we all need to keep an eye on our carbohydrate intake, as that is what mainly affects our blood sugar...reactionscomments
Getting Back on the “Water Wagon” – Hydration Is Important for EveryoneI’m not a fan of the hot temperatures that summer brings, and I’ve started increasing my water intake (I sort of fell...reactionscomments
What I Feel When I Think About DiabetesDiabetes. Just that word evokes a reaction. A visceral reaction. A reaction in my brain that I can't control because it's happened...reactions9comments
How Are Diabetes and Fatigue Related?Fatigue is often described as having low energy or feeling worn out. Fatigue can be mental, physical, or both. Having diabetes may contribute...reactions2comments
What Other Complications Does Type 2 Diabetes Bring to You?Type 2 diabetes is a disease that impacts sugar absorption at a cellular level. It maintains high sugar in the bloodstream due...reactionscomments
Blood Sugars in the HospitalLet’s pretend you need surgery in the near future - and after that surgery, you’ll remain in the hospital for at least...reactions3comments
Keto vs. Not Keto: How Did We Get Here?There are two camps when it comes to how to deal with type 2 diabetes. There is ‘keto’ and there is ‘not...reactionscomments
