New Year, a Better YouWe all know the phrase, "new year, new you." For 2022 push for your goals to be an extension of your journey...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
Low-Sugar Crispy Cookie CerealWhen I was a child, I loved all the fun flavors of cereal that basically tasted like dessert. Although I was never...reactions1comment
Preparing for Festive Feasts: Strategies for a Healthy Holiday SeasonCelebrating the holidays means getting together with family and friends and enjoying delicious food. As a result, people with type 2 diabetes...reactions7comments
Prioritizing Self-Care When So Much Gets in the WayI get it: self-care is important when you have type 2 diabetes. But how do you juggle everything when there are so...reactionscomments
Feeling Blamed for Having Type 2 DiabetesI know it might sound silly, but I can't help feeling stigmatized while living with type 2 diabetes (T2D). While no one...reactions3comments
Experimenting With New Ways to Enjoy My Morning CoffeeI crave coffee every day. Unfortunately, I feel like I can't survive without it! When my feet hit the floor in the...reactionscomments
Vanilla Almond Iced CoffeeLooking for an easy way to cool your beverage down this spring and summer? These vanilla almond ice cubes can take your...reactionscomments
Open-faced Turkey Reuben With SauerkrautHave you heard of the new craze for fermented foods? Many health professionals are touting the benefits of foods such as sauerkraut...reactionscomments
Can Type 2 Diabetes Impact Your Menstrual Cycle?Hormones play an important role in type 2 diabetes. The body uses a hormone called insulin to help control the amount of...reactionscomments
Tricks for Overcoming Food TriggersLet's set the scene. It's 10 PM on Sunday. You have 15 seconds before the next episode of your show begins, when...reactionscomments
T2D Quiz: Thanksgiving Hidden CarbohydratesAs Peppermint Patty once said to Charlie Brown, "Don't you know anything about Thanksgiving dinners? Where're the mashed potatoes? Where's the cranberry...reactionscomments
Feel-Good Sugar CookiesIs your goal to cut down on added sugar without sacrificing taste? These tasty and fiber-filled feel-good sugar cookies help keep blood...reactions3comments
Type 2 Diabetes Anxieties: Loss & ProgressionIn this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical illness and its side effects. Phrases in bold are the...reactions6comments
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
3 Seasonal Greens for Type 2 Diabetes ManagementDo you love embracing seasonal fruits and vegetables? Along with better flavor, consuming seasonal foods also gives Mother Nature a helping hand...reactions2comments
How My Diabetes Care Changes in AutumnIn the blink of an eye, temperatures drop 20 degrees. Cloud cover moves in, and the sun rises after my morning alarm...reactionscomments
Turkey, Hummus, and Romaine Snack WrapsI'm somebody who likes to eat snacks, but I've been more mindful about the amount of carbohydrates I consume. When the weather...reactionscomments
Lemon and Herb Butter Bean SaladButter beans are better known as lima beans and are a good source of plant-based protein, fiber, and iron. This nutrient-dense salad...reactionscomments
How to Boost Your Vitamin D IntakeVitamin D works together with calcium to promote bone strength. When vitamin D is not available in adequate amounts, the bones can...reactions2comments