Thriving with Diabetes During the HolidaysThe holiday season is a busy and exciting time for all of us. And thankfully, managing diabetes throughout the holidays doesn’t have to be stressful. By having a few simple...reactionscomments
The Shock of Gestational DiabetesSome people are not surprised when they are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. They know they are at risk. They have family members with type 2 diabetes. They have had...reactionscomments
10 Tips To Survive The HolidaysWhen many of us think of how we celebrate our holiday’s traditions, it often revolves around food. For some, this may span over several months, starting with leftover Halloween candy...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 think it’s a good question to explore. First...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 from getting a vaccine. The topic of vaccination...reactionscomments
My Diabetes Team—The PharmacistIn a couple of my earlier posts, I have talked about who was on my diabetes team. Your team may be similar or may include more professionals. I’m pretty lucky...reactionscomments
Stay on Track: How to Travel with DiabetesDiabetes doesn’t take any time off! The good news is, paying attention to your health while traveling doesn’t have to be that difficult. Plus, knowing you have diabetes can help...reactionscomments
My Diabetes Team—The EndocrinologistRecently, I wrote a piece about two doctors that are on my diabetes team. My family physician and my cardiologist. My family physician (FP), my quarterback, leads my diabetes team...reactionscomments
Fear of InsulinI have some fear of insulin. It is an irrational fear. There is no basis for it. I have had no previous experience with it nor has anyone in my...reactions4comments
Lessons About Diabetes Management From DenmarkWhile I usually don’t blog about my travels, my latest trip abroad to Denmark left me with some important thoughts about diabetes management. Wandering around Denmark and Sweden I couldn’t...reactionscomments
This is What You Need If You Want to Exercise MoreYou’ve probably heard it before: Get a social support system in place if you want to amp up your exercise frequency. Heck, I’m sure I’ve written about it in this...reactionscomments
How I Stopped Binge EatingI was cruising the internet last week, reading cooking and fitness blogs, when I came across a post that instantly intrigued me. The blogger and cookbook author had written an...reactions2comments
My Diabetes Team—My Family Physician and the CardiologistI was diagnosed in 2005 during Diabetes Awareness Month, November. The diagnosis was delivered by my family physician’s (FP) office. I was booked in shortly thereafter to find out what...reactionscomments
More Newbie Tips From The ‘Living It’ PerspectiveI want to make reference to a post I just read that will help many people who have been recently diagnosed and add in my two cents from the point...reactionscomments
Blood Sugar: Checking vs. TestingWords are powerful and have the ability to encourage us.. or hurt us. Words can rise us up...or keep us down. Words choice makes a difference, so choose wisely. Here’s...reactionscomments
Walking Is Not Cool But...Walking is probably one of the most underrated exercises there is. It is not cool, trendy or new. It is however very effective in helping to get our type 2...reactionscomments
Conference Travel: Packing, The Food and The Big 'D'You are diabetic. You manage pretty good at home. Now you have to travel for work. Definitely not the same as being at home. There can be some challenges. Some...reactionscomments
The Emotional Pain of DiabetesWhen we say the word ‘pain’, physical pain is often what comes to mind. I'd suggest most people have had physical pain at some point in their life even if...reactions13comments
Diabetes Self-Management Education: What it is and How Can it HelpDiabetes education is paramount to successful diabetes management. The American Diabetes Association recommends that each individual with diabetes receive diabetes self-management education at their initial diagnosis and thereafter as needed...reactionscomments
How The Type 2 Diagnosis Impacted My FaithI am a woman of faith. I believe in miracles. I pray and know that, God hears my prayers. These things I know well, but when I was diagnosed with...reactionscomments
