Living

Here I sit, at home, waiting for my COVID-19 swab test result. The result is to be available in the next 24-48 hours. While I wait, I ruminate. How did...

Six thousand health professionals, researchers, and people with diabetes gathered in Busan, South Korea last December to discuss all things diabetes at the IDF Congress, which is informally referred to...

Diabetic neuropathy happens over time when high blood sugar levels cause damage to the nerves. Most people are familiar with neuropathy that occurs in either the arms or legs, but...

We're living in a world where our stress levels are at an all-time high. As are our feelings of isolation, anger, and fear. All these feelings and emotions impact us...

Diabetes information seems to be everywhere. But, here are three things about type 2 diabetes which may surprise you! Messaging about diabetes medications and the need for them come from...

In the society we live in, it seems like we are always rushing to go and or get somewhere - because we are. Rushing out the door in the morning...

We have all heard of time management, but what about energy management? This involves being mindful of things that drain and boost your energy, and complementing your natural energy rhythms...

Hi! My name is Shelley. I live with type 2 diabetes. Like most of us living with diabetes, I live healthy. In order to do that, I need a few...

We have a beautiful thing here! The Type2Diabetes.com community is growing. As our community grows and more experience fills our reservoir of information, we hope to strengthen and unify through...

There is certainly a learning curve when it comes to managing diabetes. Part of that learning curve includes monitoring and understanding your A1c results. Since these results and targets vary...

If you live with diabetes, and even if you don’t, exercise is key for our health and wellbeing. While exercise is good for our blood sugars, bodies, hearts, and emotional...

Motivation comes and goes, often in waves. You’ve likely had those weekend warrior projects followed by those times where you don’t want to get off the couch. So it’s no...

One reason people with type 2 diabetes avoid insulin treatment is because they have heard that insulin causes weight gain. In a quick internet search, I’m seeing phrases like “insulin...

The warm glow of sunshine on the skin is one of the great pleasures of summer. But as with most things, moderation is the key when it comes to enjoying...

Before being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 2014, I had different favorite foods and meals. Don't get me wrong, I still enjoy my old meals but not as often...

If you’re never heard of adverse childhood events (also called ACEs), you’re not alone. When we talk about risk factors for diabetes and other chronic health conditions, we often highlight diet...

What if I told you that your life, literally, could depend on the amount of empathy your physician has for you? Would that shock or surprise you? Empathy is often described...

As a mother of four, I am amazed at how different each person’s eating habits can be. Likes, dislikes, appetite, and pickiness are all varied for everyone! Although I don’t...

Dehydration. We hear the word all the time. Sometimes I wonder if I have been chronically dehydrated for years. I am thirsty all the time. Is that diabetes-related thirst or...

Snacks can be an Achilles heel when it comes to managing what you eat. Hunger strikes and suddenly you hear the siren call of the pastry case or vending machine...