Build Your Post-Holiday Game Plan: Rebound From the Sugar RushThe final whistle has blown on the holiday season. The decorations are packed away, the leftovers are gone, and the festive cheer has faded. But for many of us with...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Facing the Challenge of Maintaining My Diabetes Routine As Winter HitsAs the dark lasts longer into the morning and it's all warm and snuggly under the blankets, some days, it can be hard for me to get out of bed...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
BMI Cannot Be Used Alone to Measure HealthBody mass index, or BMI, is a tool doctors use to check how much a person weighs compared to how tall they are. The calculated number is often used as...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
New Habit Possibilities for a Healthier New YearWhile most of us are still in the planning and prepping mode that December brings, soon enough, we will all be looking towards the New Year. And with it, potentially...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Resolutions Aren't Just for JanuaryThe beginning of a new calendar year can be a motivating time to set resolutions or commit to healthy changes. Most of us do it. We set our sights on...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Neuropathy: Going Beyond Tablets for TreatmentNeuropathy is a notoriously tough complication of type 2 diabetes. Nighttime leg pain, numbness, burning, shooting pains, extreme sensitivity to touch, and even changes to the shape and function of...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What to Know If You Have Been Diagnosed With Diabetic Macular EdemaA possible complication for people with type 2 diabetes is macular edema, an eye condition that affects vision. If you have been diagnosed with diabetic macular edema (DME), early treatment...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Should I Be Worried About My Diabetes?Should I be worried about my type 2 diabetes (T2D)? This question pops up from time to time, and there's not always an easy answer. I'm fortunate enough to have...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Savor the Season, Not Just the Sweets: My T2D Holiday TipsRaise your hand if you are ready for the holidays. Yep, me too! The holidays are a time for joy, family, and, unfortunately, a surplus of tempting treats. As a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Let's Talk Blood Glucose ControlWhen living with a chronic condition like type 2 diabetes (T2D), it can be easy to feel discouraged and frustrated. But you’re not alone. This awareness month, we are highlighting...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Sole Mates: Winter Foot Care GiveawayThe Sole Mates giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Here at Type2Diabetes.com, we are recognizing Diabetes Awareness Month this November by launching a winter foot care giveaway!...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
All Symptoms Matter With Type 2 DiabetesI began having difficulty swallowing and started sweating excessively. These and other symptoms that I assumed were nothing serious and eventually disappeared would come back and lead to my type...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
3 Easy Ways to Incorporate Veggies Into Your MealsSo often, my patients tell me that they know they should be eating more vegetables, but they don't know how or have the desire to make it happen. However, the...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Listening to Your Body: Understanding Its SignalsListen to your body. What is it telling you? I was doing a centering exercise. It was supposed to bring me calm focus to guide my decisions and actions as...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Playing the Blame Game When You Have Type 2 DiabetesLike many people, I blame myself for my type 2 diabetes (T2D). And it doesn't help that I still blame myself even now when I eat the "wrong" foods -...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
What Meals Can I Get for 20 Dollars?Sadly, many people in America struggle with food security. Food security means having reliable access to a sufficient quantity of affordable, nutritious food. Often, figuring out what to eat is...Reactions0reactionsComments17 comments
Reflecting on Burnout and Frustration With Type 2 DiabetesIt's been over 30 years since I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (T2D). Overall, it has impacted my mental health more than I expected. My mother died at the...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
No Prescription Needed: Comparing Options for Continuous Glucose MonitoringChecking your blood glucose with a glucometer is a great way to determine what is or is not working for your diabetes management plan. Until now, glucometers were the only...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Heatwaves and Hypos: Woken Up by Low Blood SugarI'm not sure what woke me up first. Was it the hum of the oscillating fan? Or the cool sting of air on my sweaty leg? I lay there for...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Will My Disability Benefits Change If My Diagnosis Changes?Getting approved for disability benefits from the US Social Security Administration (SSA) can take a lot of paperwork and patience. But you may be also wondering: What if my diagnosis...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments