My Favorite Summertime Activities and RemindersSummer: the best season of the whole year and my favorite season. I know it's been a long, hot summer for many...reactionscomments
The Long Haul to Bariatric SurgeryThe day is May 4, 2021; may the force be with me. After 4 years of steadily trying everything I could on...reactions1comment
Community Shares: Dealing With Viral Respiratory InfectionsWhen it comes to viral respiratory infections, there’s no shortage of germs out there – from the common cold, to the flu...reactionscomments
Traveling Across Time Zones With Type 2 DiabetesTraveling across 2 or more time zones usually means jet lag. But traveling across time zones with type 2 diabetes definitely means...reactionscomments
My Journey With Insulin, 18 Months LaterI never thought insulin would be part of my diabetes journey. Why? Because I seemed to have been able to deal with...reactions4comments
Summertime Showdown: How to Beat the HeatRegarding summertime-specific diabetes tips for staying cool, most of us automatically think about checking blood sugars and staying hydrated. However, there are...reactionscomments
What to Do When You Feel OverwhelmedDiabetes doesn't stop when other parts of life pull at your time and energy. And diabetes isn't something you can hand off to...reactions1comment
A Checklist for People Recently Diagnosed With Type 2 DiabetesHave you been recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes? Are you wondering, "Now what?" It is okay to feel overwhelmed after your...reactions11comments
The Connection Between Diet Culture and Disordered EatingSo much of the conversation about type 2 diabetes focuses on food and exercise. And much of what is said has a...reactions1comment
3 Reasons Why Exercise With Long-term Diabetes Can Be HardAdvice to exercise regularly usually comes along with a type 2 diabetes diagnosis. For most people, the average goal is to achieve...reactionscomments
How to Be a “Glucose Goddess” in 4 Simple StepsIf you're reading this, you probably already know I have diabetes. For me, learning that I had diabetes was actually a positive...reactions3comments
Diabetes Mindset: Positive In, Positive OutWe all know that positive thinking can make all the difference when it comes to living with any chronic illness, including type...reactions2comments
The Ultimate Hiking Guide for People With Type 2 DiabetesControlling your blood sugars may not be a walk in the park. And managing type 2 diabetes may feel like a stressful...reactions2comments
My Medication Adherence ExperiencesWhen I got diagnosed with diabetes decades ago, it was a massive shock in itself for me. I had to bring home...reactionscomments
Focusing on Type 2 Diabetes When Other Health Issues Are UrgentRecently, I found out I have renal cell carcinoma. The diagnosis was a huge shock. I'd seen a doctor about leg pain...reactions2comments
What Other Complications Does Type 2 Diabetes Bring to You?Type 2 diabetes is a disease that impacts sugar absorption at a cellular level. It maintains high sugar in the bloodstream due...reactionscomments
The 2024 Social Health Awards ProgramEditorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards...reactionscomments
Don’t Get Caught Up in the CompetitionCompetition can be motivating if it's healthy and positive. It becomes unhealthy when you become fueled by the desire to do better...reactions1comment
Exhaustion and Frustration: An Introduction to Diabetes BurnoutThe concept of burnout first gained attention in 1969, when the term burnout related to the work environment. In the early 1980s...reactions1comment
When Do High Blood Sugars Need Less Medication?When it comes to diabetes medications, if you've struggled with higher blood sugars, you may be thinking you need more medicine. However...reactions1comment
