A1c ...I am confused on a reading of 6.5 for the first time doing an a1c my Dr wants me to start medication while I would prefer to diet and exercise...reactions1reply
Active 8 days agoTips for Type 2 Diabetes Patients...1. Monitor Blood Sugar Regularly Check blood glucose levels as recommended by your doctor. Keep a log to notice patterns and understand how meals, activity, and stress affect your levels...reactions5repliesGestational DiabetesPrediabetesBlood Sugar Management
Exploring Tirzepatide to lower A1C...Hello everyone, I’m exploring tirzepatide as a potential option for improving my A1C and possibly aiding weight management. Since it’s a dual GIP/GLP-1 agonist and has FDA approval for type...reactions1replyWeight Management
How a Diving Incident Taught Me to Manage Hypoglycemia...I beat my type 2 diabetes by losing 35 pounds and maintaining a regular exercise routine of walking 3–5 miles per day or the equivalent in swimming or pool aerobics...reactionscomments
My Chart & other electronic communications...How do you feel about communicating with your doctor with MyChart or similar computer based platforms? Does it make things easier on you or do you prefer talking to your...reactionsrepliesHealthcare Team
Has anyone tried the supplement Gluco Defense 7 to reverse type 2 diabetes?...I recently viewed an offer online for Gluco Defense 7 and was tempted to buy the product as a supplement to my other meds for type 2 diabetes. But wanted...reactions1replyTreatmentMedications
Diarrhea on mounjaro...Anyone else have issues with diarrhea two days after taking the shot? And how long does it usually last for you? I'm on 7.5 for nearly a year and still...reactions1replySide Effects
Hi everyone,...I’m new to the forum and just wanted to introduce myself. I was recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes last month, and as you can imagine, it’s been a bit...reactions1replyA1cWeight Management
FeaturedActive 5 days agoType 2 Diabetes and Plant-Based Dieting...Hello everyone! I am a student from Simmons University in Boston, MA conducting a qualitative research study to learn more about the impact of a plant-based diet on glycemic control...reactions6repliesDiet & Nutrition
Active 8 days agoBarrier Wipes?...Is it better to use barrier wipes before putting on the sensor or right before applying the patch?...reactions4repliesBlood Sugar ManagementAwarenessTips & Advice
Itchy, itchy feet...Hello, I have a huge problem with super itchy feet. After ruling everything out, the doctors decided it is from diabetes. I am on 900mg of gabapentin and use magnilife...reactions1replySymptomsCoping
Tired after eating...After I eat, I become extremely sleepy. Is anyone else having this issue?...reactions1replyBlood Sugar Management
Small Changes, Big Results...Hello everyone, I am 49 years old and was diagnosed with prediabetes in June of last year after my A1C was tested at 6.3%. I took it very seriously and...reactions4replies
What some natural stuff I can use for my debatic type 2...Trying to find some things I can use for my diet and a list of items and how much i can have....reactions1replyA1cBlood Sugar ManagementAwareness
Women's hormones & blood glucose...Hi, I haven't found an app or feature within the CGM apps that lets me customize specific to my cycle, has anyone else? For example, I become more insulin resistant...reactions1replyBlood Sugar ManagementGlucose Meters & MonitorsTips & Advice
Active 6 days ago"What Overpatches Are You Using for Your CGM—and Do They Actually Stay On?"..."I’ve been experimenting with different overpatches for my Dexcom/Libre lately. Between workouts, showers, and just day-to-day life, I’ve had patches fall off way too soon. I’ve been using NJaP recently...reactions3repliesAwarenessBlood Sugar ManagementGlucose Meters & Monitors
Figuring out insulin...I've been on an insulin pen for sometime now. I have never known how to figure out how much insulin to take. My endo told me to take 20 morning...reactions1replyBlood Sugar Management
How many carbs suggested daily...I’ve had pre diabetes for about 10 years & researched a lot in the beginning. If I remember correctly, 40-60 carbs daily was recommended. My husband was just diagnosed as...reactions3repliesBlood Sugar Management
Once a month injection meds...I am newly diagnosed type 2 diabetic. I'm on the newer meds that have mostly GI side effects and I wondered if anyone has found a good ho.e remedy that...reactions3repliesSide Effects
