Type 2 Diabetes Anxieties: Loss & Progression...In this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical illness and its side effects. Phrases in bold are the words of our community members across various conditions...reactions6comments
Simple and Healthy Eggs...I have a few super, simple and healthy egg based meals that I keep on the cue so for those times I need to eat healthy, but making a healthy...reactionscomments
Surviving the Holiday Season...The holiday season is here! This time of year, is often filled with a mix of excitement and dread. If you have diabetes, you may experience additional stress as you...reactions2comments
Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps...If you are looking for a refreshing and delicious meal with Asian-inspired flavors, you will love these chicken lettuce wraps. This recipe is easy to make, diabetes-friendly, and certainly easy...reactionscomments
10 Things I Do and Don’t Look Forward to for the Holidays...All in all, I’m sure it will be a great holiday even though diabetes will always be in the back of my mind....reactions2comments
Breaking My Silence About How Insulin Prices Have Impacted My Life...When I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, I was on the verge of going into a diabetic coma and needed insulin to bring my glucose levels down from 593...reactions1comment
Cocoa Carob Chip Muffins...If you have a milk allergy or are lactose intolerant, this muffin recipe is the prefect baked good for you to try! Carob chips and cocoa make this recipe a...reactionscomments
Been a T2D for 15 Years...Hi all: I became a diabetic at age 44. A1C at first was around 6.2. Progressively reached 7.0 or just below. Switched endocrinologists a year ago. Ozempic, just approved by...reactions1comment
Is There a Certain Time of Day I Should be Eating?...Often we talk about what to eat, how much to eat, or how to prepare what we eat, but what about when to eat? A few studies have come out...reactionscomments
Chicken Wrap...This recipe makes a perfect light lunch or afternoon snack. Feta cheese and Greek yogurt come together to make a delightful sauce. For a more complete meal pair this dish...reactionscomments
Holiday Sides Mash Up...Holidays are here and of course, that means a huge dinner with all the fixings and carbs galore. My advice when it comes to handling your meal? Mix things up...reactionscomments
About Sugar...Most everyone with diabetes understands that sugar and concentrated sweets aren't the best food choices for effectively managing blood glucose. Some think sugar is strictly forbidden. Some think sugar is...reactionscomments
What I Wish I Had Known about Type 2 Diabetes at Diagnosis...Every 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
Following a Lead...Today my A1C was 6.7. When my son and his wife were home for Thanksgiving, they both looked great. My daughter -in-law gave up sugar about 3 months ago and...reactionscomments
Cocoa Coconut Cookies...If 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 Diabetes...One 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 Cake...This 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 Good...I’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
