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
My Surgery Experience and Managing Type 2 DiabetesThere was an occasion when I had to undergo a small minor surgery. Surgeries are not quite so "small" and easy when...reactionscomments
Suggestions for Making the Most Out of SpringSpringtime is a beautiful time of year, with the weather getting warmer and the days getting longer. For many people, it's a...reactionscomments
Well-Managed Diabetes is the Leading Cause of NothingI have a favorite cup that says: “Well-managed diabetes is a leading cause of _______." I should be clear that it is...reactions2comments
Keeping My Monitor In CheckI read a really great article on type2diabetes.com the other day. I even ventured out and made a comment (ok, a couple...reactions1comment
The Real Scoop on CholesterolNovember is National Diabetes Awareness Month. Do you know where your blood cholesterol levels are? Make this month a time to take...reactions2comments
Practicing Self-Care on a BudgetYou may have heard about the importance of self-care and examples of how you can practice it in your daily life. However...reactions1comment
Everyday Chores That Make For Good WorkoutsHonestly, I like doing laundry - I find it incredibly relaxing - there's a beginning, middle, and an end. Also, I like...reactionscomments
Is It Time to Change Doctors?My experience with type 2 diabetes led me to eventually figure out it was time to change doctors. While some are lucky...reactionscomments
We’re Saying the Same Thing but Using Different Words: Diabetes Lab WorkEven as medical notes and lab work become more available via online portals, you may notice a number of different terms used...reactions2comments
Who You Gonna Call (If You Need Information About Your Diabetes)?A friend of mine who happens to have type 2 diabetes was telling me the other day that she is planning on...reactions1comment
