A Sample Day of Meals With Nuts and Seeds...Nuts and seeds are tiny plant-based ingredients that are rich in nutrients. Many have unsaturated fats to promote heart health, blood sugar...reactions1comment
Loco Coco Fiber Treats...A snack so nutritious and tasty, it’s loco! When you need full-on energy but want a sweet treat too, this recipe is...reactionscomments
Diabetes-Friendly Emergency Meals: What to Keep on Hand...The latest round of storms knocked the power out at my brother-in-law's house for nearly a week. He spent the first dry...reactions1comment
Blurred Vision...Our bodies use insulin to maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Insulin is a hormone that helps sugar get into cells, where it...
Managing Your Diabetes When You Are Sick...We are officially in cold and flu season. For most people, this means stocking up on cold medicine, cough drops, tissues, and...reactions2comments
5 Tips for a Successful Restaurant Outing With T2D...Dining out may go from delightful to stressful after a type 2 diabetes (T2D) diagnosis. But there are a few ways to...reactions3comments
Low Glycemic Flour Options...Who doesn’t love bread, muffins, biscuits, cookies, and scones? There is something about these high carb goods that are oh-so-satisfying and delicious...reactions8comments
Should You Wear Medical ID Jewelry?...I used to believe that medical ID bracelets were only for older people, but my perspective shifted after witnessing a fellow photographer...reactions8comments
Neuropathy Tips for That “Tingly” Feeling...Throughout my journey with diabetes, one of the many frustrations I've experienced is diabetic neuropathy. At some point, we might all experience...reactions42comments
5 Causes of High Blood Sugar...You have diabetes, so it is essential to keep your blood sugar levels within a reasonable range. Poor control of blood sugar...reactions29comments
Flu, RSV and COVID-19: Differences Between 3 Respiratory Infections...The flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and COVID-19 are all contagious respiratory infections that affect the nose, throat, and lungs. They affect...reactions2comments
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV): The Basics...Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that causes cold-like symptoms such as runny nose, cough, congestion, and shortness of...reactions1comment
Diabetes and the Flu...While we continue to discuss COVID-19 vaccines, it is important not to forget about the importance of other annual vaccinations, such as...reactions2comments
Type 2 Diabetes and Respiratory Infections...Respiratory infections are one type of severe infection that often affects people with type 2 diabetes. In fact, a 2022 study reported...reactionscomments
Homemade Macaroni and Cheese...I was pretty excited that my son was coming home from school for the weekend. My husband had worked hard all week...reactions1comment
Do You Have a Vision for Your Type 2 Diabetes Health?...Imagine living your best life with type 2 diabetes. What would that look like? How would you feel? What experiences would you...reactions4comments
Tips for Managing Stress and Type 2 Diabetes...If you are living with type 2 diabetes, then managing stress is a critical component of your diabetes management. Even if you...reactionscomments
Busting the Winter Blues: Managing T2D With Other Chronic Illnesses...No matter the season, diabetes can be tricky to manage, especially when living with additional health conditions. But in winter especially, keeping...reactionscomments
Community Shares: Dealing With Viral Respiratory Infections...When it comes to viral respiratory infections, there’s no shortage of germs out there – from the common cold, to the flu...reactionscomments
Protecting Yourself: How to Manage Infections with Type 2 Diabetes...People with type 2 diabetes (T2D) are more prone to infections, which can also become more severe. Elevated blood sugar levels weaken...
