How I Manage Food Cravings With Type 2 Diabetes and CancerAfter getting my A1C under control, I lost weight and was doing well. Imagine how happy I was to have lost almost 70 pounds. But recently, I developed uncontrollable cravings...reactions8comments
How a Foot Massager Became My Neuropathy AllyLiving with diabetes neuropathy is a constant dance between acceptance and frustration. The tingling, burning, and numbness in my feet can make even the simplest tasks feel like an uphill...reactions11comments
Small Steps Towards a Healthier YouSo often, it can feel like climbing a mountain when trying to make nutrition or lifestyle changes. People choose cleanses, fasts, and "dry" months to achieve significant weight loss or...reactionscomments
How to Recognize Red Flags in Diabetes CareLiving with type 2 diabetes very often gets a bad reputation! From people commenting, "Oh, you should just lose weight," to "You are lazy and have an unhealthy diet," I...reactionscomments
How Time in Range Changed My View of DiabetesWe all have heard of A1C and how it reports an overall average of glucose levels for the past 3 months. But have you heard of time in range (TIR)...reactions17comments
Is It Time to Revamp Your Diabetes Management?Something is refreshing about a new calendar year, a chance to let go of the old and embrace the new. The new year is a natural period to reevaluate how...reactionscomments
Your Go-to Guide for Managing Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia)Hypoglycemia is the medical term for low blood sugar. Hypoglycemia is considered a blood sugar less than 70mg/dL or below. It's important to have a plan in place so you...reactions1comment
My Path to Type 2 Diabetes RemissionI have been living with type 2 diabetes since I was diagnosed in 2017 with an A1C of 12.5. However, on November 1, 2023, my A1C results dropped to 6.2...reactions23comments
How Type 2 Diabetes Impacted My Social LifeI am not new to type 2 diabetes (T2D). It brought many twists and turns to my life. T2D did completely change my life, but not necessarily for the worst...reactionscomments
Could Artificial Intelligence Revolutionize Diabetes Care?Sometimes, diabetes makes for strange bedfellows. Recently, I've been reading about how researchers are applying artificial intelligence (AI) to type 2 diabetes (T2D) diagnosis and care. Against the backdrop of...reactions12comments
Preparing for Festive Feasts: Strategies for a Healthy Holiday SeasonCelebrating the holidays means getting together with family and friends and enjoying delicious food. As a result, people with type 2 diabetes may also find it challenging to control their...reactions5comments
Feeling Blamed for Having Type 2 DiabetesI know it might sound silly, but I can't help feeling stigmatized while living with type 2 diabetes (T2D). While no one has purposefully blamed me, I've heard some comments...reactions3comments
Experimenting With New Ways to Enjoy My Morning CoffeeI crave coffee every day. Unfortunately, I feel like I can't survive without it! When my feet hit the floor in the morning, coffee is the first thing on my...reactionscomments
What Gave Me the Motivation to Manage My T2D?I have to be honest; knowing I had prediabetes didn't compel me to make the necessary changes for my health. Even after the prediabetes progressed to type 2 diabetes, it...reactions5comments
Semaglutide: A Game-Changer for My Personal Diabetes ManagementI've been managing my type 2 diabetes for the past year using semaglutide, a medication from the GLP-1 drug class. Let me tell you, it's been a game-changer for my...reactions11comments
(Now Closed) Type 2 Diabetes Awareness Month Giveaway 2023The T2D air fryer Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! November is Diabetes Awareness Month. If you are managing a chronic illness like type 2 diabetes, eating...reactions2comments
Type 2 Diabetes Awareness Month 2023November is Diabetes Awareness Month! Type 2 diabetes (T2D) can be a daily challenge – one that is not always easy to keep controlled. Many aspects of managing T2D can...reactionscomments
Should You Wear Medical ID Jewelry?I used to believe that medical ID bracelets were only for older people, but my perspective shifted after witnessing a fellow photographer collapse at a football game. It was a...reactions8comments
How My Diabetes Care Changes in AutumnIn the blink of an eye, temperatures drop 20 degrees. Cloud cover moves in, and the sun rises after my morning alarm goes off. Autumn is here. You might not...reactionscomments
Sticking to Positive Nutrition Habits Can Be a StruggleI have struggled to eat healthily all my life. So when I tell you that eating right can be a struggle, I'm not kidding. From being a kid when my...reactions3comments