Disagreement With ‘The Plan’Those of us with diabetes often have specialists involved. Endocrinologists, nephrologists, internists, cardiologists to name a few. For the most part, we trust them and their knowledge. That’s why we...reactions1comment
Whole Wheat Cheddar MuffinsThese muffins are savory and slightly sweet. Cheddar cheese, oats, and ground flaxseed are featured ingredients for this recipe. Enjoy this recipe as a light breakfast meal or as an...reactionscomments
Suddenly Working From Home? How to Stay on TrackI don't know if you've heard, but the United States has pretty much shut down and many of us are working from home. And according to Instagram, many of those...reactionscomments
Low Blood Sugar Go-To's so We Don't Over TreatLow blood sugars suck! Symptoms can seemly come out of nowhere and have us feeling hungry, horrible, shaky, anxious, confused, sweaty, plus a host of other symptoms, which are all...reactionscomments
A Fascinating Story of Diabetes: Elizabeth Gossett HughesWe often tend to think of insulin as life-saving for those with T1D, but it is for those with T2D as well. And some of the stories behind its discovery...reactionscomments
Fear of Diabetes ComplicationsIf you are someone who is not familiar with type 2 diabetes and the complications that could come from it, this may not cause you much worry until you or...reactions7comments
Tweaking a RecipeWith the internet and social media, new recipes are always available! You may see something that looks delicious and think “there’s no way I could eat that.” On the contrary...reactions2comments
Keto and Vegan-Friendly Cookie DoughYou can make this cookie dough recipe...and eat it straight out of the bowl? Yes, it's true! This recipe does not contain egg or wheat flour, so it is totally...reactions1comment
Benefits of Meal Prep for Type 2 DiabetesEating healthy food is an important cornerstone of managing type 2 diabetes well. Yet, with all the demands on your time and energy, it can be one of the more...reactions9comments
Can Coronavirus Restrictions Have a Silver Lining?There is absolutely nothing good or positive about a world-wide outbreak of a serious disease, just to be clear. And having worked for 23 years in public health I can...reactions1comment
Ditch the Pitfalls of Diabetes Perfection: Examine Your Expectations for Self-CareDo you have high expectations for yourself? Do you struggle with feelings of perfection? These can be challenging traits to cope with but, add diabetes to the mix, and you’ve...reactions3comments
Advocating for Fellow People with Type 2 DiabetesDo you advocate for other fellow diabetics? With diabetes becoming more and more prevalent there are much greater chances you will meet other people with diabetes who are just starting...reactions2comments
How to Accept Your BodyI spent many, many years hating my body. I kept trying to change it, which led to restrictive dieting followed by periods of intense binge eating, which in turn caused...reactionscomments
Carbohydrate ClarityThere is a lot of discussion about a popular macronutrient lately. Coaches tell their players to “carb load” while, dietitians tell their patients to "count carbs” and some people avoid...reactionscomments
Little Steps Turn Into Big StridesNew year, new goals - some can seem easy, others seem damn near impossible. Here are some tips to turn small healthy steps into bigger ones! Many of us are already...reactionscomments
5 Flaws with Type 2 Diabetes Reversal StudiesThe headlines reporting on type 2 diabetes (T2D) reversal research may sound promising. But the research is not without its flaws. Learn about five of them in the Look AHEAD...reactionscomments
Avoiding Burnout with Type 2 DiabetesWhen it comes to making lasting changes to your eating pattern and exercise, it is completely normal for momentum and enthusiasm to ebb and flow over time. For times when...reactionscomments
Perfect Asparagus!If you struggle to eat your veggies, this dish will help you change your ways! Asparagus is the featured ingredient that is slightly sweetened with balsamic vinegar. Enjoy this recipe...reactionscomments
Failing at FiberAdequate dietary fiber consumption is associated with a reduced risk not only for many digestive ailments, but also for cardiovascular disease, coronary heart disease, stroke, hypertension, obesity, prediabetes and type...reactionscomments
Define What Support Looks Like For YouDiabetes is no easy task to manage. In fact, it’s no one task at all; there is a lot that goes into it. Gaining support for managing diabetes and all...reactionscomments
