Tips for Troubleshooting High Blood GlucoseEver wanted to be an investigative reporter? Well, when it comes to controlling your blood glucose levels, this could be your big...reactions1comment
Meditation – Can it Stop You from Overeating?Can you say OMM? You don’t have to be a hippy or a zen master to get the benefits of 15 minutes...reactionscomments
Insulin and The Challenge of the Needle - What are My Options?When my father was first diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, there was a lot of prevailing ignorance as to what was best...reactionscomments
All in the Family – Getting Buy-in on the Healthy Food and Exercise PlanGetting everyone involved in your diet and exercise plan will make a tremendous impact in your life! It’s so much easier to...reactionscomments
Help! I'm Scared of Needles!For many people, the fear of diabetes and its progression is VERY real. Not just for its potentially deadly complications, but also...reactionscomments
My Visit to the FDA - A New Front in Diabetes ManagementLast March, the diaTribe Foundation contacted me with a powerful opportunity. They were looking for advocates, or persons with diabetes, who could...reactionscomments
10 Tips to Jump Start Your Weight LossThe summer is a popular time to revisit previous weight loss goals. Check out the following 10 tips to jump start your...reactionscomments
The Importance of HydrationAs the heat of summer is settling in, maintaining hydration is an essential component of diabetes management and a healthy lifestyle. The...reactions2comments
10 Tips for Managing Diabetes While TravelingJuly is one of the busiest months for travel. Schools out, work hours may be shorter, and extra days off for summer...reactionscomments
Type 2 Diabetes and Binge Eating DisorderYou’ve probably heard of anorexia and bulimia, but have you ever heard of binge eating disorder (BED)? BED is the most common...reactionscomments
Why Dieting May Be the Worst Thing for Weight LossAs someone living with type 2 diabetes, you may have been told by your doctor that you should lose weight. Sounds easy...reactions9comments
Loneliness – Another “Complication” of DiabetesA 2012 Canadian Diabetes Association survey of a sample of Canadians with diabetes shed light on what we might call “frustrations” of...reactions2comments
Stress, Burnout, and Type 2 Diabetes: How to Avoid ItLet’s face it: Having a chronic illness is not a walk in the park. You’re never able to leave it behind, no...reactionscomments
Nocturnal HypoglycemiaThanks to the Diabetes Control and Complications Trial (DCCT), it is now well recognized that intensive glycemic control can reduce the risk...reactions6comments
Can Clutter Cause Overeating?Does clutter lead to overeating? Maybe, especially if you’re feeling out of control or stressed out. A study was recently published in...reactionscomments
It's Time For That Postponed New Year's ResolutionWow—the first day of spring is already here, and I’m wondering if you remember my “sage” advice on making New Year’s resolutions?...reactionscomments
Think Values, Not Rules, When it Comes to Healthy EatingI recently heard an interview in which the researcher said that children who grew up in homes where values were emphasized over...reactionscomments
Could I Ever Have a Baby?I am 39 years old. I have never had a child. The thought of having a child, aside from some warm, fuzzy...reactionscomments
What Can You Learn from Studying People Who Live in A "Blue Zone"?Ever heard of a “Blue Zone”? What if I told you that learning about it could help you live longer and better, and...reactionscomments
Eating Out with Diabetes... Now What?Tonight I will be attending dinner with my significant other, and his best friend. I have been planning for this time, and...reactionscomments
