“Good Carbs” vs “Bad Carbs”...I see this terminology all the time and to be honest, I hate it. I am a firm believer that all foods can be part of a healthy diet. So...reactionscomments
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Small Appliances For Healthy Eating...This may seem like an odd post to put on Type2Diabetes.com. I think it’s important to talk about how to make healthy meals when we are so busy in life...reactions10comments
3 Ways To Make Sure You're Eating Healthy In The New Year...Diabetes means there's lots of talk about eating healthy. With the new year comes new resolutions and promises to eat healthy - with many give up after after the first...reactionscomments
Honey Mustard Eggs...I am always looking for ways to reinvent classic recipes. Today I have tackled egg salad. This recipe features honey mustard in place of mayonnaise (and a little extra Dijon...reactionscomments
Mushroom, Kale Quinoa Salad...The scent of this dish cooking will be sure to get people running to the kitchen saying “that smells good!” Not sure what it is about the combination of mushroom...reactionscomments
Ways to Keep the Weight off in 2018!...Exercising doesn't mean you have to go to the gym. Fitting 5-15 minute sessions of physical activity in 3 to 4 times throughout your day will boost your energy levels...reactionscomments
Diagnosed After Surgery...I was diagnosed after surgery. The doctor told me that I was Type 2 Diabetic after having a partial hysterectomy. I suspected maybe the summer before when I was getting...reactions2comments
How Was Your Diabetes Management During the Holidays?...I love writing for Type2diabetes.com, but I miss getting personal feedback from you in conversation. But, I do get personal feedback from my patients, and the advice I give them...reactionscomments
What is the connection between type 2 diabetes and thyroid?...I forgot to ask the doctor this. I notice on my lab requisition that the doctor has been checking my TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) each time. I know the thyroid...reactions5repliesComplications
It Was No Surprise, But......I've lived with the specter of diabetes my entire life. It's the "family disease." Type 1, Type 2...we've got it all. Skinny, fat, active, couch potato... it doesn't seem to...reactions3comments
'Good Ole' Meatloaf...What's more hearty and comforting than meatloaf? This dish is delicious and easy to prepare! Serves 4...reactionscomments
New Year’s Resolutions: How To Make Them Stick!...This is THE year. This is YOUR time. You have decided that 2018 will be the New Year when you do not break that resolution. You have had goals for...reactionscomments
Apple Cinnamon Gummies...Looking for a sweet treat that is added sugar, dairy and gluten-free that you can make at home? Then give gummies a go! They store well in the fridge, carry...reactionscomments
The Carb and Fiber Connection...If you have diabetes, there is a good chance that you hear about (and talk about) carbohydrates and fiber on a regular basis. It is hard to mention carbohydrates without...reactionscomments
My Diabetes Team—My Family...I’ve written a couple of installations on the theme of ‘My Diabetes Team.’ This being my final, it is also the most important. Out of all the team members I...reactions3comments
Pesto Cauliflower...I decided to create a side dish featuring the vegetable cauliflower. For many, cauliflower has become a low carb staple. In this recipe, parmesan cheese and pesto sauce provide a...reactionscomments
The Clinical Trial Consent Form: Understanding Your Rights & Responsibilities...Informed consent is the term that signifies a person has been given information regarding all possible consequences for a treatment, including both potential risks and benefits. While informed consent frequently...reactionscomments
Ten Things I Won’t Give Up For Diabetes...Diabetes is a chronic disease. A sucky, sucky chronic disease (can you tell I like Big Bang Theory?). This sucky disease has forced me to give up some things. So...reactions3comments