Scallops with Cheesy Cauliflower and GritsWhen living with type 2 diabetes, eating foods from a combination of food groups can help keep blood sugars stable after a...reactionscomments
Building an Exercise Habit This Spring That You’ll Keep All YearAh, it's spring! The flowers are blooming, the temperatures are warming up, and it's actually pleasant to be outside. Spring is also...reactionscomments
Cocoa Walnut Peanut Butter BallsThis sweet treat features walnuts and ground flaxseeds. Both ingredients are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which have received praise for their...reactions6comments
Looking at the Positives of Having Type 2 DiabetesThere often aren't many positive aspects to having a chronic disease, especially one like type 2 diabetes. But sometimes, there is a...reactionscomments
3 Ways That I Take Care of My KidneysThe only words I heard from my doctor were, "Your kidney numbers are dropping." What?! No way, I have a lot more...reactionscomments
Stress, Burnout, and Type 2 Diabetes: How to Avoid ItLet’s face it: Having a chronic illness is not a walk in the park. You’re never able to leave it behind, no...reactionscomments
5 Budget-Friendly Food Shopping TipsWhile food costs may be on the rise, your blood glucose levels don't have to follow. There are plenty of healthy food...reactionscomments
Taking an Athlete’s Approach to Managing DiabetesWe know that type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that impacts how your body turns food into energy. There are also...reactionscomments
Who is Dr. Fung?Celebrities exist in every industry, niche, and community; the diabetes community is no exception. One name stands out among the rest, even...reactionscomments
How Cheat Days Hurt YouThere is no doubt, one of the hardest parts of being diabetic is sticking to the proper diet, or even finding a...reactions5comments
Too Many Choices in the Dairy Section? Types of Milk for DiabetesAre you feeling overwhelmed with the amount of milk alternatives on the shelves these days? There are so many options it can...reactions1comment
Signs and Symptoms of Kidney IssuesYou might not think much about your kidneys. But they play a critically important role in your overall health. With one-in-three people...reactionscomments
Keeping Your Kidneys HealthyOne of the hardest parts about having diabetes is that it can affect every part of your body, usually, without warning. Adding...reactions3comments
6 Ways People With Type 2 Diabetes Can Boost Kidney HealthPeople with type 2 diabetes are at greater risk of developing chronic kidney disease (CKD). As many as 1 in 3 people...reactions6comments
My MistakesThe first mistake I made was not getting a glucometer. It is near impossible to control your blood sugar if you don’t...reactions4comments
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
Bottoms up! What to Drink with DiabetesWhen you are a person living with type 2 diabetes, you are constantly watching, measuring, and tweaking the foods you choose to...reactions3comments
Coffee Banana Oat SmoothieSmoothie breakfasts can be a challenge if you need to drink coffee as well. This recipe has coffee in it to jump-start...reactionscomments
Honey Mustard Tuna SaladSweeten up your lunch with this tuna salad recipe. With all of the flavor, protein, and fiber, you won’t regret it! Place...reactionscomments
Pumpkin Spice YogurtIt’s that time of year again! I don't know about you, but pumpkin flavor is one of my favorite additions to fall...reactions6comments