Understanding and Managing Erratic Blood SugarAs a diabetes educator counseling patients, the single concern I hear most often is the frustrating unpredictability of blood glucose levels. You...reactions5comments
Managing the Invisible Mental Health Toll of DiabetesWhen people hear the word "pain," physical pain is usually what comes to mind. Most people have experienced physical pain at some...reactions15comments
Widening the Aperture: Why I’m Focusing on Life, Not Just My A1CFor years, the gold standard of success in my health journey was a single number: the ever-so-lovely A1C. It’s the metric that...reactionscomments
Sugar-Free Pumpkin Spice SyrupIt's the season for all things pumpkin spice! Sadly, many pumpkin spice flavored foods and products don't actually contain real pumpkin. In...reactions6comments
The Truth About Diabetes Cheat Days and Blood SugarThere is no doubt that one of the hardest parts of living with type 2 diabetes is sticking to a diet that...reactions6comments
Calibrating CGMs: What You Need to KnowContinuous glucose monitors (CGMs) have become increasingly popular, replacing traditional blood glucose monitoring systems for many people with type 2 diabetes. These...reactions3comments
Type 2 Diabetes and AI: How Are You Using It for Your Health?Something has shifted in the last couple of years. A late-night symptom search now sometimes starts with an AI summary before it...reactionscomments
Choosing the Best Nut Butter for DiabetesThere are so many nut butter options on the market today, that it can be hard to know what to try. Each...reactions4comments
Switching to a CGM: What Surprised MeGingerly pressing the plastic applicator against my belly, I stand at the bathroom counter. Looking in the mirror, I wince in anticipation...reactionscomments
An Interview with Terri: A Diabetes Management Success StoryToby’s recently diagnosed friend Terri talks about building a medical team, and finding new energy through her healthier lifestyle after diagnosis...reactionscomments
A Guide to Monk Fruit Sweetener for DiabetesStevia is one of the most popular sugar-free sweeteners found in sugar-free products and treats. I have experimented a lot with stevia...reactions4comments
A Guide to Baking with Almond Flour for Type 2 DiabetesDo we have any bakers with type 2 diabetes out there? In the past 5 years, I have grown to love baking...reactions4comments
Understanding Vaccine RecommendationsEvery year, vaccines help save millions of lives. Vaccines work with our body’s natural defenses to create an immune response to a...reactionscomments
11 Tips to Prevent Respiratory InfectionsIf you are worried about getting sick from respiratory infections like cold, flu, or RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) it is important to...reactionscomments
Recommended Vaccines for People With Type 2 DiabetesIt is that time of year when people start thinking about vaccinations. Since people with chronic illnesses are more vulnerable to certain...reactionscomments
Respiratory Infections 101Respiratory infections affect the nose, sinuses, throat, and airways. These infections can cause symptoms such as congestion, cough, and shortness of breath...reactionscomments
Pneumonia Vaccines and Chronic IllnessEditor's Note: This article was written by Canadian Pharmacist and originally appeared on our partner site, COPD.net. Is it time to get...reactionscomments
Should You Get the Pneumonia Vaccine?Editor's Note: This article was written by Kerri MacKay and originally appeared on our partner site, Asthma.net. I get an annual flu...reactionscomments
Vaccines for Pneumococcal Disease: What You Need to KnowEvery year, a tiny germ sends thousands of people to the hospital, and many of them are young children or older adults...reactionscomments
Understanding Pneumococcal DiseasePneumococcal disease is a bacterial infection that can range from a mild ear infection to a life-threatening illness. Many people carry the...reactionscomments
