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...reactions5comments
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 -...reactions2comments
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...reactions23comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions6comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions1comment
Sun, Sweat, and Self-care: Managing Diabetes While Staying Active This SummerSummer is in full swing, and with it comes the urge to get outside, soak up the sunshine, and hit the beach and pool. However, for those of us managing...reactions6comments
Insulin Pump Patches: Taking the Hit Out of Insulin InjectionsTaking insulin injections can be a burden, especially if you take multiple injections a day. Thankfully, there are some alternatives available. One option is an insulin pump patch. An insulin...reactionscomments
Starting From Respect: How We Can Have Healthy ConversationsRecently, the celebrity press was abuzz about Ozempic — yet again. On social media, one celebrity commented that another was looking good in a photo, then asked if that was...reactions1comment
Facing the Roadblocks to Eating Healthy With T2DI admit it; I find it so hard to eat right with type 2 diabetes (T2D). What do you do when you find it challenging to do the right thing?...reactions3comments
Community Views: Bothersome T2D SymptomsFor some people, living with type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a constant struggle. Keeping blood glucose levels within a healthy range can be a daily challenge. Many symptoms impact the...reactions11comments
What You Drink Makes a DifferenceHopefully, when you were diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (T2D), your doctor spent a lot of time discussing the additional health complications involved with T2D. Proper blood sugar management is...reactions3comments
Why Regular Blood Sugar Monitoring Works for MeIt has been quite a while since I was first diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, a little over 30 years ago. During my time with diabetes, I have learned a...reactionscomments
Explaining Type 2 Diabetes to My Little SuperheroBraxton, my 4-year-old son, is a ball of boundless and what seems to be endless energy. He tackles his breakfast like a tiny champion, devours pancakes in seconds, and runs...reactionscomments
Healthy & Hydrated Giveaway (Now Closed)The healthy & hydrated giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! As the heat of summer is upon us, monitoring water intake and hydration levels is an essential...reactions12comments
Tips to Improve Your Sleep With T2DMake sleep cool again! We live in a society where sleep deprivation is often glorified. Lack of sleep usually gets viewed as a badge of honor for hustle, grind, and...reactionscomments
Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD): Connections to Type 2 DiabetesNonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is now considered a metabolic disease. You may have heard of metabolic syndrome when learning about type 2 diabetes (T2D). Metabolic syndrome is a group...reactionscomments
The Hidden Costs of DiabetesDiabetes is expensive. This is true even if you have "good" healthcare coverage. Either the monthly premiums cost a lot, or the monthly copays are pricey. And since there's no...reactions2comments
Decoding Food Labels: Navigating Confusion in Food ChoicesI honestly do try to eat better. I'm not saying I'm always very good at it, but I try. Recently, I took note of how confusing making healthier choices can...reactions4comments
