The Negative Language Around Diabetes...I am on my soapbox today advocating for more positive messaging for diabetics on the internet, especially for those who are newly diagnosed. With megaphone in hand, I will begin...reactionscomments
‘Out The Door’ Smoothie...I work full-time and in a different city than where I live. I’m not the most organized person in the morning so for a long time, breakfast suffered. When breakfast...reactionscomments
Eating the Medi Way (1800 – 2000 kcal)...You’re looking at a whole day of tasty meals handcrafted for you coming straight from a nutritious and undeniably delicious kitchen! With all the flavorful combinations you can mix and...reactionscomments
Dawn Phenomenon...Have questions about diabetes (and who doesn't)? Diabetes educator and author Toby Smithson answers your questions in a "Tell Me..." series of videos. In this first clip from the "Tell...reactions1comment
Phyllisa Deroze...Phyllisa Deroze is a prominent online patient advocate for type 2 diabetes and a professor of American Literature with interest in feminism, disability studies, drama, and foodways. She is a...
Staying On Track (And Low Carb) While On Vacation...Summer is going strong. For many, summer time means vacation time. Going on a vacation is a great way to get some necessary “R and R” and reconnect with family and...reactionscomments
Keeping My Monitor In Check...I read a really great article on type2diabetes.com the other day. I even ventured out and made a comment (ok, a couple comments) but it got me thinking. There are...reactions1comment
Fiesta Egg Muffins...These quick and easy egg muffins are a great way to enjoy breakfast on the go! This recipe can be doubled or tripled to make multiple servings. Serving Size: 2...reactionscomments
My Story...I'm 57 years old & I now know I've been a type 2 diabetic for many years. The tell tale signs have been in place but no Dr ever caught...reactions1comment
How many times a day do you test?...I test between 4-7 times a day. Sounds like a lot I know but it works for me. How about you? What works for you? Submit your own question!...reactions61repliesBlood Sugar Management
Clinical Trials as a Treatment Option...When you’re dealing with a major health issue or condition, it’s helpful to know that in addition to standard treatment, complementary or alternative medicine, clinical trials may provide another treatment...reactionscomments
Peanut Butter Cherry Bars...I created this recipe after spending a weekend in Traverse City, which is considered by some to be the “Cherry Capital of the World.” This recipe can be enjoyed as...reactionscomments
I Tried to Eat Only 25 Grams of Sugar a Day, Here’s What I Learned...Sugar is so delicious, isn’t it? I mean, not straight up or anything, but mixed into things, like chocolate chips and chocolate cake and chocolate bars and… well, I guess...reactions8comments
Recently diagnosed for diabetes 2...04 july 2017 informed .'went to doctors for a medical for a Psv linence ' tested postive my resding was quite high :last time had a medical done about a...reactions4repliesNewly Diagnosed
Treating Depression in People with Type 2 Diabetes...Living with a chronic disease increases a person’s risk of developing depression, and type 2 diabetes is no exception. Studies have found that people living with type 2 diabetes are...reactionscomments
Shelley Hlymbicky (TheLongPointGirl)...I have been happily married to my husband for 30-plus years. We have two amazing young adult children: a daughter who is a high school teacher and a son, who...
Sticking to Your Diet While Traveling...If you are anything like me, part of the joy during a vacation is the food. That is not necessarily good when you have type 2 diabetes. When we plan...reactionscomments
Fabulous Fudge Alternative - Chocolate PB Balls...Fudge, for many of you, is probably considered a forbidden food. I personally love fudge, so I decided to come up with a lower carb alternative. Traditional chocolate fudge has...reactionscomments
Do You Need to Be More Conscious of Your Eating Habits? It Depends....Perhaps you’ve been accused of not being good at “watching what you eat.” “You really should pay more attention to how much saturated fat you’re eating.” “Are you sure you...reactionscomments
The Impact of Human Error on Meter Accuracy...Many individuals with type 2 diabetes monitor their day-to-day diabetes control with the help of a blood glucose meter. Blood glucose monitoring is typically recommended for those who have insulin...reactions2comments
