What I Wish I Had Known about Type 2 Diabetes at DiagnosisEvery year in November for Diabetes Awareness Month, I make a list of things I wish I had known when first diagnosed with type 2 diabetes back in 2005. Here...reactions1comment
Cocoa Coconut CookiesIf you love chocolate and coconut, this recipe is sure to be a new favorite! To save time, the cookie batter can be prepared ahead of time. Enjoy this treat...reactionscomments
How to Help Your Children Understand Your Life with DiabetesOne of the hardest things about living with a chronic illness like diabetes is knowing that it doesn’t just affect me. It affects the people around me—especially family. And when...reactionscomments
What are the Pros and Cons of Weight Loss Surgery?As a person with diabetes, you may have heard that weight loss surgery can "cure" your disease. But are there any drawbacks? Let’s check out some information on this trend...reactionscomments
Flourless Chocolate CakeThis chocolate cake tastes so good, you’ll never guess that the secret ingredient is garbanzo beans! Interested in more diabetes-friendly dessert ideas? Check out these 8 Diabetes-Friendly Desserts!Makes 16 servings...reactionscomments
How I Stopped Snacking at Night For GoodI’ve tried to stop snacking at night about one zillion times in my life (roughly). I’d get started with it and then after one night of success think, “Well, I...reactions3comments
Oatmeal CrunchThis recipe is a great breakfast option to enjoy after a morning workout. The carbs will help replenish your muscle glycogen stores (sugar stored in your muscles), while the protein...reactionscomments
Diabetes Burnout Is RealManaging type 2 diabetes is not an easy thing to do. It often requires a complete lifestyle change and constant focus and dedication to ensure that good health is maintained...reactionscomments
How To Lose Belly Fat When Living with Type 2 DiabetesOf course genetics play a role in our health. They give us the genes that predispose us to a certain hair color, eye color, even height. But did you know...reactions7comments
Homemade MayonnaiseA simple way to make your own mayo, all you need is a blender and three ingredients! Tip: Avoid using a full-flavored olive oil or extra virgin olive oil as...reactionscomments
How Often Should I Check My Blood Sugar?Have you ever wondered how often you should be monitoring your blood glucose and at what times of day you should be checking? As a diabetes educator (CDE), I am...reactions9comments
Pumpkin Puree BitesThe autumn season is a great time to enjoy pumpkin (and not just the one you make into a Jack-o’-lantern). Pumpkin earns brownie points for being low in carbs and...reactionscomments
6 Holiday Eating TipsIt’s that time of year again! The time to celebrate the holidays with family and friends… and eat lots, and lots of food! How will you prepare? Here are a...reactionscomments
9 Diabetes-Friendly Side Dishes!The holiday season is upon us! ‘Tis the season for holiday parties and family/friends get-togethers. And while the star of the show for holiday dinners is usually the turkey (or...reactionscomments
To Test in Public or Not? That Is the Question!Your doctor told you that you need to test your blood sugar often. Most of the time it is recommended that you test before meals and at bedtime. Some test...reactions4comments
14 Wishes for Families Affected by DiabetesWith 425 million people living with diabetes worldwide very few families have escaped the effects of this chronic illness. Aiming to address its impact, the International Diabetes Federation has made...reactionscomments
Glucose Monitoring: Progress Throughout the YearsIt always amazes me to think about how far diabetes treatment and management has come over the last nearly 100 years (since the discovery of insulin in 1921). While there...reactionscomments
SangriaWhen the weekend comes, I like to enjoy a refreshing drink as I wind down from the busy work week. This sangria drink is light on calories and is very...reactionscomments
Why Diabetes Advocacy Is Important to MeAt various times in my life, I’ve felt lonely. However, the loneliest time in my life was during the six days in 2011 when I was hospitalized and newly diagnosed with...reactionscomments
Tips for a Healthy TickerCardiovascular disease is a very real problem, one that many people with diabetes face. “People with diabetes have a higher-than-average risk of having a heart attack or stroke. These strike people with...reactions6comments
