The Freestyle Libre 2 System is Here!It seems like we were just introduced to the Freestyle Libre, and now the anticipated Libre 2 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System has launched! Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMS) have become an...reactionscomments
Rebounding From a Bad DayIn my opinion, diabetes is one of the biggest pain in the butt diseases to manage. You have to worry about your daily sugar, your A1c, carbohydrate intake, and so...reactions2comments
Learning About T2D and “The Egregious Eleven”Over the years, the medical world has slowly peeled back layers of type 2 diabetes. Although diabetes can seem like a simple condition, it’s really not. There are actually a number of...reactionscomments
Do You Dread the Diabetes Report Card?Diabetes sets the stage for perfectionism and feelings of failure. No wonder many people with diabetes struggle, when you think about it. All efforts in diabetes management are an attempt to...reactionscomments
Exercising Your RIGHT to Ask QuestionsI cannot begin to tell you how important it is to ask questions in your medical care. In fact, it may even save your life. In a report by John Hopkins, medical...reactionscomments
Tips for Your Telemedicine AppointmentTelemedicine is stepping it up a notch in our current world, so that everyone can stay safe and healthy. Doctor’s offices are offering appointments remotely, over the phone and via...reactionscomments
Diabetes as a Comorbidity for COVID-19Here 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...reactionscomments
Life with Diabetes Across the Globe: Reflections on the Diabetes World CongressSix 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...reactionscomments
Types of NeuropathyDiabetic 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...reactions5comments
Type 2 Diabetes Stress BustersWe'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...reactionscomments
3 Things That May Surprise You About Type 2 DiabetesDiabetes 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...reactionscomments
Make Sure You Bring Your Diabetes Supplies With YouIn 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...reactionscomments
How to Best Manage Energy and Stress for DiabetesWe 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...reactionscomments
My Diabetic PropsHi! 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...reactionscomments
Importance of EmpathyWe 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...reactionscomments
The Many Definitions of a “High” A1cThere 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...reactionscomments
Why You Should Consider Water AerobicsIf 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...reactionscomments
More Ways to Prevent Diabetes BurnoutMotivation 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...reactionscomments
Does Insulin Cause Weight Gain? Not ExactlyOne 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...reactionscomments
Sunburn and Type 2 Diabetes Don’t Mix 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...reactions2comments