Diabetes Frustration: Why Can't My Blood Glucose Meter Do It All?I have four blood glucose meters. Four. And not one of them does all the things I want and need a blood...reactions2comments
Frozen Broccoli to the Rescue!Last Sunday afternoon I put 3 sweet potatoes in the oven to bake (part of my food prep for the week), and...reactionscomments
The Freestyle Libre 2 System is Here!It seems like we were just introduced to the Freestyle Libre, and now the anticipated Libre 2 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System has...reactionscomments
Freestyle Libre UpdatesIn September, it was announced that the FDA approved the Freestyle Libre, the first continuous glucose monitor that does not require finger...reactions1comment
Food Decisions In-the-Moment Are a Recipe for DisasterPeople often request my help in developing strategies to use in the moment for dealing with struggles around food. This includes temptations...reactionscomments
What If We Focused on Exercise Instead?There are three legs to the stool that is managing life with type 2 diabetes: medicine, diet, and exercise. Every book I’ve...reactions3comments
Finding the MotivationSo often people talk about making lifestyle changes. They may change a few habits for a week and then decide it’s not...reactionscomments
Five Natural Ways to Reduce Insulin ResistanceIf you have been diagnosed with diabetes, you know that your body has trouble regulating blood sugar levels. This is because the...reactions9comments
How Do I Find Virtual Health Services?It can be overwhelming to figure out how to find telehealth services, especially if you do not already have a doctor. But...reactionscomments
Type 2 Diabetes Anxieties: Financial StressIn this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing a health condition and its side effects. Phrases in quotes are...reactionscomments
Sick Day SurpriseI write and speak to patients often about how illness complicates the management of diabetes. In fact, I wrote a post earlier...reactionscomments
What to Do When You are Feeling OverwhelmedMany things in life can put you in the position of feeling overwhelmed. Diabetes is one of those. Whether you are newly...reactionscomments
My Favorite Food and MealsBefore being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 2014, I had different favorite foods and meals. Don't get me wrong, I still...reactionscomments
Your Diabetes and Your FamilyDoes your family take an active role when it comes to your diabetes? Does your spouse, partner, child, sibling, or friends who...reactions1comment
Diabetes: Failure or Success?I’ve always liked the phrase, failure is not an option. I strive to not fail. I strive to do the best job...reactions2comments
Exercise Within Your Capacity!Raise your hands, please. At this time in your life, how many of you see yourself: The dialogue bubble over my head...reactions3comments
Fitting in Physical ActivityWe all know that getting in exercise and being physically active is important for your health. But sometimes it can be difficult...reactionscomments
Exercise Is Not a PunishmentWe all think of the holidays as a time to maybe splurge a little on the better things in life. We buy...reactionscomments
Do These Factors Keep You From Sticking to Healthy Diabetes Behaviors?We have all heard of time-suckers, but what about energy suckers? Those are the things that tend to just drain your batteries...reactionscomments
Who Manages Your Diabetes?Managing a chronic condition such as diabetes takes time and effort. To help ensure your personal goals and needs are met, it...reactions2comments
