My Wake-Up CallHow you eat and exercise can influence your future health. There was a time when I chose not to care about my...reactions4comments
Gourmet Garden PizzaWith diabetes, it can be hard to find meals that please everyone. Sometimes this means you eat a separate meal from your...reactions2comments
My Key to Type 2 Diabetes Management: Strength, Empowerment, Support"Oh my... you've got type 2 diabetes? How will you manage everything?" During the first year of being diagnosed with diabetes, that's...reactions2comments
“My Doctor Doesn’t Listen to Me…”: 3 Ways to Manage This ExperienceA complaint I hear about in healthcare is we (as practitioners) don't have the appropriate amount of time to help you with...reactionscomments
Monogenic DiabetesFor people with diabetes, the body cannot effectively turn food into energy. Insulin, which comes from the pancreas, normally helps let sugar...reactionscomments
Three Ways to Make Peace With Your Type 2 Diabetes DiagnosisGetting any health diagnosis, especially a life-changing one like type 2 diabetes, can hit pretty hard. How can you come to accept...reactionscomments
What Is the Social Health Network?Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health...reactionscomments
Complications of Type 2 DiabetesAs if type 2 diabetes wasn't difficult enough to manage, but people also have to contend with complications that can happen as...reactions2comments
When People Want to Pry Into Your T2D JourneyI used to love sharing about my diabetes journey. But lately, it has become something I keep to myself due to other...reactionscomments
Sweet Potato with Almond ButterWhile it may seem like an odd pairing, the ingredients in this recipe are truly a match. This savory sweet potato recipe...reactionscomments
T2D Family History and Putting in the WorkI have a very long family history of type 2 diabetes (T2D). My mother was admitted to the hospital frequently in her...reactionscomments
Open-Face Turkey Lettuce WrapsWith lots of mouths to feed, I always look for healthy and quick lunches to whip up! This has been one of...reactions2comments
How to Avoid Food Waste During the HolidaysThe holidays are expensive enough without the added cost of food waste. With festivities taking over your social calendar, it doesn't leave...reactionscomments
The Diabetes BattleI am in a battle. The battle is with type 2 diabetes. The battle sometimes involves my mental health. This is a...reactionscomments
Brown Sugar Almond CookiesThese cookies are primarily sweetened with Stevia but get their deep, molasses-like taste from a touch of brown sugar. Its flavor profile...reactions2comments
Making Mindful Moves With Diabetes and a DisabilityWhen I was diagnosed with diabetes, it was a real wake-up call. I had always been relatively health-conscious, but suddenly I had...reactionscomments
Ridiculously Amazing Roasted BeetsHave you been challenging yourself to find new and interesting ways to eat more vegetables? If not, consider this recipe your invitation!...reactionscomments
LADA: When It’s More Than Just Type 2 DiabetesIn 2019, I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (T2D), but I always felt like my case was unusual. My initial diagnosis...reactions3comments
Is It Diabetes Distress or Depression?Depression used to be considered a natural response to the workload of managing a chronic disease like diabetes. That makes sense, right?...reactions3comments
Refreshing Hearts of Palm "Ceviche"Do you ever crave eating something refreshing? Forget turning on the oven! This "ceviche" uses only fresh, raw vegetables and is actually...reactions2comments
