Does Metformin help weight loss?...I have a question about Metformin and weight loss. I've read in different places where some say that Metformin helps with weight loss and others say no. So, does it...reactions3repliesWeight ManagementTreatment
What do you do for diabetic foot pain?...I have severe and constant neuropathy in both of my feet. The pain at times is unbearable. What do you do to manage the pain? I want to walk and...reactions207repliesComplicationsTreatment
Auto Injection Difficulties...In 2017, a year ago, I met my new endocrinologist. He did a thorough evaluation of my meds and changed them up. He put me on an oral med and...reactions2comments
Spiced Sweet Potato Muffins...It’s breakfast time! These delicious muffins feature sweet potatoes and have a spicy kick. Make this meal complete by serving muffins with scrambled eggs or turkey sausage. Interested in more...reactionscomments
Share Your Diagnosis Story...Sharing your story can help others feel less alone as they move through diagnoses and treatments. Share your diagnosis story and read others by clicking the button below! Not...reactionscomments
How To Beat Late Night Snacking Once And For All!...Another good word for mindfulness is awareness. Keeping track of your food can be a great strategy for managing both your diabetes and your diet! Keep a mini journal in...reactionscomments
Baked Rosemary Artichokes...These artichokes are a perfect appetizer to pop into the oven and increase your veggie intake. Interested in adding more vegetables in your diet? Check out 15 Clever Ways to...reactionscomments
Annoyed by my Diabetes...I have a headache. A lousy one today. My sugars are up because of it. There are a few things that come to mind that annoy me because of the...reactions4comments
Corinna Santa Ana...Corinna Santa Ana is a patient-centered health and healthcare content writer, diabetes patient advocate, and Latina. Diagnosed in 2009, Corinna blogs about life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness while...
Are Beets Good for People With Type 2 Diabetes?...Even as a young child, I loved beets. Call me crazy or weird but the texture and slight pickled flavor added to a salad was one of my very favorites!...reactionscomments
Increasing Your Veggie Intake...I was talking to a friend recently about how my diet has been lacking veggies as of late (which is weird because I love veggies) and I wasn't sure why...reactionscomments
Sour Cream Coffee Cake...This coffee cake is quick and easy to make, ideal for any occasion and a real crowd pleaser! Interested in even a lower-carb cake recipe? Check out this Lemon Cardamom...reactionscomments
What is Type 1.5 Diabetes?...Could your diagnosis of type 2 diabetes be a different form of diabetes? Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults (LADA), commonly referred to as type 1.5 diabetes, is considered a subcategory...reactionscomments
(Still) Learning To Plan My Meals...Being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes means life has changed. For some, in small ways; for others, in big ways. For me, it was a major life event. It was...reactionscomments
Staying Healthy on Vacation: Getting Your Family’s Support...I’ve written about this before, but family support is so, so important when it comes to creating and maintaining healthy lifestyle changes. If you lose your motivation it’s so helpful...reactionscomments
Chocolate Pudding Pops...If you have a sweet craving but want to avoid high carb treats (i.e. cake, cookies, and ice cream) this recipe for chocolate pudding pops is a great option. Want...reactionscomments
Baked Zucchini Crisps...Try baking these zucchini crisps instead of chips. So delicious and satisfying! Makes 1 serving...reactionscomments
Glimperide...I was taking 1 mg 2x day. At my last doctor visit, my A1C was up a couple points. It didn't reflect my improved eating for the previous 2 weeks...reactions1replyMedications
Breakfast Salad...A simple little time saving breakfast that can be made the night before and stored in the fridge, ready to grab on your way out. Mix and match your favorite...reactionscomments
'Cheap' Exercise...I don’t know if I ever mentioned this before but I’m cheap. Others use words like frugal, thrifty. Cheap works for me. In the past, I have wasted a lot...reactionscomments
