Exercising With Limited Mobility to Manage Type 2 DiabetesRegular physical activity is a cornerstone of managing type 2 diabetes. As we move our bodies and stretch muscles, we build strength...reactions5comments
My Journey With Insulin, 18 Months LaterI never thought insulin would be part of my diabetes journey. Why? Because I seemed to have been able to deal with...reactions4comments
Barriers to Checking Blood SugarIf you have diabetes, checking your blood sugar can be an important and common part of your care. Monitoring your blood sugar...reactions6comments
A Friendly Diabetes Complications ReminderAfter my scare this past month with having a stroke, I feel it is important to remember why we are fighting diabetes...reactionscomments
5 Insulin Mix-Ups to AvoidUnfortunately, mistakes in taking insulin can happen. The medical world seems to speak its own language, and instructions may be difficult to...reactions2comments
Go Hard With a Nutrition Game-planWith diabetes, it can be overwhelming to think about eating healthier. That doesn't mean it has to be complicated. With some education...reactionscomments
5 Ways to Manage Your Diabetes CareDiabetes is a condition that affects my life, but it has not defined me. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at...reactions2comments
Type 2 Diabetes and COVID-19Since late 2019, COVID-19 has become a household name. It has changed many aspects of daily life. Especially for those living with...reactions3comments
New Habits Worth FormingForming a new habit is hard. And as we get older, making new habits gets even more complicated! But when you are...reactionscomments
How to Choose the Right Fats!The Mediterranean diet wasn’t deliberately developed with the intention of becoming a popular healthful diet. It emerged organically as a result of...reactionscomments
What is Insulin Resistance?Throughout your diabetes journey, you most likely have heard many new terms such as blood glucose levels, hemoglobin A1C, simple carbohydrates and...reactions4comments
Cilantro ColeslawWho doesn't enjoy a refreshing coleslaw dish in the summer months? Traditionally, coleslaw is flavored with lots of mayonnaise and sugar. However, this...reactionscomments
Primary Care Doctor or Endocrinologist?Diabetes is a very complex disease, so complex that it may require specialists to deal with the magnitude of it. Or does...reactions6comments
Supporting a Loved One With DiabetesWhether you care for a parent, spouse, or child, supporting someone with diabetes has its challenges. From learning the diet restrictions and...reactions2comments
5 Helpful Questions for Diabetes CaregiversIt took a long time for me to know exactly what type of assistance I wanted with diabetes from my husband, family...reactions1comment
Parenthood With DiabetesDiabetes is a challenging illness with so many complications that affect the entire body. Managing diabetes on your own can be overwhelming...reactionscomments
Understanding Hypoglycemia: Risks, Prevention and TreatmentHypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, is often considered the limiting factor in reaching glycemic goals. Hypoglycemia and the fear of hypoglycemia can...reactions2comments
The Long Haul to Bariatric SurgeryThe day is May 4, 2021; may the force be with me. After 4 years of steadily trying everything I could on...reactions1comment
Chile-Lime Vegetable and Fruit CupI love raw veggies and hummus as a snack, but sometimes I want to switch it up and make a new healthy...reactions1comment
How to Make the Most of Backyard Barbecues When Managing DiabetesBarbecue season is an ideal way to spend time with friends, fire up the grill, and enjoy some much-needed downtime. But, despite...reactionscomments
