Setting Realistic Expectations for Drug-Assisted Weight LossWith so many drug and over-the-counter options that claim easy weight loss these days, it is hard to pinpoint which therapies actually...reactions2comments
The Ignorance of SomeThere are things in life that I find insulting. Thankfully I can either ignore or roll with it. Well, that’s not quite...reactionscomments
We Are Courageous!In my humble opinion (IMHO), it takes real courage to live with type 2 diabetes. It is a chronic disease that at...reactionscomments
A Social Media Cleanse for Type 2 DiabetesCould a break from social media be just what your diabetes needs? Social media has its time and place. It helps you...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...reactionscomments
I’m Healthier with DiabetesI’m healthier with diabetes. Sounds ridiculous, doesn’t it? In my case, it’s true. Before my diagnosis, I was overweight, on my way...reactions2comments
So You Want To Have a Baby?Whether it is something you have been considering for a long time, or are just starting to think about, making the decision...reactionscomments
Making Sure You're Getting Enough Vitamin DLarge numbers of Americans experience a vitamin D (aka, the sunshine vitamin) deficiency during the winter months and many fight low Vitamin...reactionscomments
Two Steps to a Healthier HeartHeart disease is a serious risk to our health and taking steps to be sure you are taking good care of your...reactions2comments
That Time My Doctor Wanted Me to Try VictozaInitially, my doctor put me on metformin. It seems to be the type 2 diabetes go-to prescription despite the side effects that...reactionscomments
Vaccine Information. The Basics.Would you tolerate a little pain to prevent a potentially fatal disease? I’m referring to the temporary discomfort that may be felt...reactionscomments
National Immunization Awareness MonthAugust is National Immunization Awareness Month! The month of August is National Immunization Awareness Month and is dedicated to highlighting the importance...reactionscomments
Diabetes and Eating Healthy When You Don’t Feel Like CookingI try my best to eat healthy, tasty meals as often as I can (about 80% of the time) because I like...reactionscomments
Unsolicited Advice on How to Manage DiabetesHow many of us have heard about the "so and so" or "such and such" doctor on television? How do they know...reactions2comments
The Unhealthy Trap of Health PerfectionismI struggled with an eating disorder for nearly a decade. Though I healed from it a number of years ago, I didn’t...reactionscomments
Why You NEED to Know Your Diabetes Lab ResultsRarely can a medical provider look at you and make a determination on how well your body is working (unless, of course...reactionscomments
Understanding Diabetes Once You’ve Left Your Doctor’s Office (Part 2)In the last post, I discussed some of the basics of diabetes, and what having it means. The thought of having diabetes...reactionscomments
Diabetes, Any Type: Are We Really So Different?I ask this question because I hear the pain of people who live with types of diabetes other than Type 2. I...reactionscomments
Injectables and Fear of Needles!When all other oral treatment alternatives have been exhausted, there are still some treatment plans available for persons with diabetes. These treatments...reactionscomments
Twenty Two Minutes A Day? That's It?Did you know that the CDC recommends getting 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week? Getting this amount has a ton of...reactionscomments
