How Can I Manage Sugar Cravings?...I need some help. I work in an office that people bring in sugar all the time, candy, donuts, other treats. I am so addicted to sugar that I struggle...Reactions0reactionsComments13 repliesBlood Sugar ManagementCopingSupport
Tips for diabetic OTR Truck Drivers...Seeking healthy meal ideas and snacks for my husband who is an OTR Truck Driver and a T2D. We have hit a road block with managing his BS levels while...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesBlood Sugar Management
Accidently injected wrong insulin...Tool the short acting insulin accidently instead of last long insulin I take at night what do I do? How long do I wait before taking the correct one...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBlood Sugar Management
Easy Tuna and Bell Pepper Snack Poppers...Are you in need of some new fresh snack ideas? These easy tuna fish and bell pepper poppers are great to serve as appetizers or to prepare for a filling...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
I don’t understand why I wasn’t diagnosed with diabetes? ...I have had Prediabetes for 6 years. My a1c last November was 6.0. I go to Kaiser and they don’t use fasting glucose. I had an a1c of 6.5 in...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesDiagnosisA1c
Farxiga alternatives or next option...My mother has been on Farxiga for 10 years in combination with Janumet. She has gotten to where I believe they want her to switch medications and she seems resistant...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBlood Sugar Management
Is Medicare still paying for Freestyle sensors...Hi, My wife, who has Medicare and Blue Cross, was getting her freestyle lite sensors through CVS Caremark. But Caremark is now telling her that as of Jan. 1 Medicare...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCost
Type 2 Diabetes Diet for Vegetarians...My name is Suzy and I was diagnosed with Type 2 in 2015. I’ve been on 2,000 mg metformin since then. I’m 62 years old. I had a hemorrhagic stroke...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Prediabetic 5 years but getting worse healthwise...Hi currently under review by my gp as getting lots of diabetic symptoms. Been prediabetic scince 2018 after having daughter, I'm 44 now BTW was 38 at the time. I...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesPrediabetes
Retinopathy Questions...Hi everyone- I (25F) had my first eye exam after being diagnosed in September. The doctor said I have some mild retinopathy which makes him wonder how long I’ve actually...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesComplicationsNewly DiagnosedTips & Advice
Your Go-to Guide for Managing Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia)...Hypoglycemia is the medical term for low blood sugar. Hypoglycemia is considered a blood sugar less than 70mg/dL or below. It's important to have a plan in place so you...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Sugar Defender...Has anyone heard of or tried Sugar Defender? Seems like there is a lot of AI generated advertising but no real testimonials....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBlood Sugar Management
My Path to Type 2 Diabetes Remission...I have been living with type 2 diabetes since I was diagnosed in 2017 with an A1C of 12.5. However, on November 1, 2023, my A1C results dropped to 6.2...Reactions0reactionsComments23 comments
Diagnosed As Pre-Diabetic: How Do I Manage?...Hi all, I'll try and keep this brief. I was diagnosed with pre-diabetes a few months ago. Still in shock You could say. I've always taken such care of my...Reactions0reactionsComments119 repliesBlood Sugar ManagementDiet & NutritionPrediabetes
Type 2 - A1C crept up again - disappointed and need encouragement!...Hi, new poster here. 55 year old F, I've been living with T2 for 6 or 7 years, controlling it with diet and Metformin. I know I had let my...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesBlood Sugar ManagementA1cCopingTips & Advice
Is sweating a complication of T2D...Hi everyone! I am new to the forum and I have some questions. So far the Dr. keeps telling me that I am pre-diabetic, but I check my sugar fairly...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesBlood Sugar Management
Hi to all...I have been having high blood sugars for a while now i have to see thresa tommorow also been told i need a scan for Gallstones and pain under both...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBlood Sugar ManagementCoping
Fresh Cilantro Chutney Sauce...There's nothing better than a delicious sauce to add flavor to your meal, especially one that includes refreshing cilantro! Chutney can be used as a dip, enjoyed with crackers or...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
How Type 2 Diabetes Impacted My Social Life...I am not new to type 2 diabetes (T2D). It brought many twists and turns to my life. T2D did completely change my life, but not necessarily for the worst...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Exploring 5 Unique Protein-Packed Foods...When we talk about protein, we are not only talking about the most expensive part of the grocery trip but also the part of the meal that offers some significant...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
