Type 2 Trucker...August 2015 I failed my DOT medical physical required to keep your CDL & keep driving. Never had any health issues before...reactions1comment
The Loss of a Member of My Diabetes Team...I just lost a valuable member of my diabetes team. My family physician. The doctor that has been with my family for...reactions2comments
How can I tell when vegetables are fresh?...Please RDs could someone help with this?!? I have asked this question a number of times on social media and I get...reactions2repliesDiet & Nutrition
Almond Clusters...These almond clusters are the perfect combination of sweet and crunchy. This recipe features Truvia Baking Blend. This product combines the sugar...reactionscomments
Get Started with Meal Planning in 6 Steps...Do you ever feel stressed about what to serve for dinner? You are not alone! Meal planning is a technique that may...reactionscomments
Helping The Newly Diagnosed...Your friend, family member, colleague has approached you because they just received ‘the diagnosis’...they have type 2 diabetes. They look like they’re...reactionscomments
Breakfast On The Go...Breakfast - A the meal that's easy to skip and a meal that none of us should miss. For me, it feel...reactionscomments
New (More Moderate) Guidelines for HbA1c Levels...The American College of Physicians (ACP) has issued new guidelines regarding the target blood sugar control levels for people with type 2...reactionscomments
Avocado and Turkey Toast...Have you heard about all the rage with avocado toast but have not yet given it a try? Here is a delicious...reactionscomments
Newly Diagnosed? How to Be Prepared for Whatever the Day May Bring!...So many things have changed with your new diagnosis it can feel overwhelming. Not only did you have to learn to check...reactionscomments
Diabetes Genetics and My Children...I worry about my children. I don’t want them to have diabetes. The reality is, they are at risk. I have to...reactionscomments
Hmm . . . in Hindsight...In Late August 2017, my pinky and ring finger started tingling; Constantly. I was thinking stroke? Pinched nerve? After it continued for...reactions1comment
Blood Sugar Monitoring Dictated By Health Insurance Rules and Cost...Within 9 months of my diagnosis, I was living med-free. I attribute that to consistently checking my blood sugars, maintaining restrictive and...reactions13comments
The One Eating Habit That Will Change Your Relationship to Food...There are millions (trillions?) of tips for changing your eating habits, am I right? Stop eating carbs. Eat the right carbs. Eat...reactions3comments
So You Want To Have a Baby?...Whether it is something you have been considering for a long time, or are just starting to think about, making the decision...reactionscomments
Checking My Blood Sugar...When It's The Last Thing I Feel Like Doing...I know I’m not the only one who feels this way and being able to voice and share my feelings with people...reactions1comment
It’s Snack Time!...As a dietitian, I am always asked for recommendations on healthy snack ideas. Snack time is a very important (and frequent!) event...reactionscomments
No-Bake Carb-Friendly Cookies...Are you craving something sweet? These no-bake cookies can be prepared in under 5 minutes and are sure to curb your sweet...reactionscomments
The Tool That Helped Curb My Nighttime Eating...I’m using the power of self-monitoring for two goals in my own life: Exercise and avoid night time overeating. I used to...reactionscomments
Shrimp + Veggie Stir Fry...When you are in the mood for some Asian cuisine, all you need are some fresh veggies, shrimp and seasonings to make...reactions2comments
