Amylin Analogs (Symlin)...Amylin analogs are a class of drugs approved to treat people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. The drugs work by mimicking a natural body hormone called amylin. Amylin...
Selective Sodium-Glucose Transporter 2 (SGLT2) Inhibitors...Selective sodium-glucose transporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors are a class of drugs approved to treat type 2 diabetes (T2D). They lower blood sugar (glucose) levels by increasing the amount of glucose...
Dipeptidyl Peptidase 4 (DPP-4) Inhibitors...Dipeptidyl peptidase 4 (DPP-4) inhibitors are drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes (T2D). They help lower blood sugar (glucose) by increasing the levels of certain hormones. Four DPP-4 inhibitors...
Glucagon-like Peptide-1 (GLP-1) Agonists...Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists are drugs that treat people with type 2 diabetes (T2D). They lower blood sugar by triggering the pancreas to release insulin after meals. GLP-1 receptor...
Thiazolidinediones (TZDs)...Thiazolidinediones (TZDs) are drugs sometimes used to treat adults with type 2 diabetes (T2D). They control blood sugar levels by improving how your body uses insulin. TZDs should be used...
Alpha-glucosidase Inhibitors...Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors (AGIs) are a class of drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes (T2D). They slow down your body’s absorption of carbohydrates (carbs) after you eat. This can help...
Meglitinide Derivatives...Meglitinide derivatives are a class of drugs used to treat people with type 2 diabetes (T2D). They work by triggering cells in the pancreas to release insulin. This helps lower...
Sulfonylureas ...Sulfonylureas are a class of drugs used to treat people with type 2 diabetes (T2D). They work by triggering cells in the pancreas to release insulin. This helps lower blood...
Biguanides (Metformin)...Biguanides are a class of drugs used to treat people with type 2 diabetes. These drugs work by reducing the amount of glucose produced by the liver and help the...
Eggplant Parmesan...This is a delicious low-carb dish that will work as a cheesy appetizer or even lunch! Makes 2 servings...reactionscomments
What’s the Deal with Saturated Fat and Red Meat?...Although it offers the body some valuable nutrients like protein, iron, and crucial vitamins such as B6 and B12, it is also higher in saturated fat than some other foods...reactionscomments
How Insulin Works...Insulin is a common treatment for people living with type 2 diabetes (T2D). This is because people with T2D slowly lose their ability to produce insulin on their own or...
On The Go Healthy Eating Hacks...It’s really easy to get too busy these days. Schedules are jam-packed with obligations, events, and plans. This often leaves little time to cook and prepare foods. However, when we...reactions1comment
KS Story...I have been a type 2 diabetic for 17 years. My a1c were 5.6 to 6.0. The doc was very happy. In the last year and a half, my a1c...reactions1replyComplications
Baking with Almond Flour for Type 2 Diabetes...Do we have any bakers with type 2 diabetes out there? In the past 5 years, I have grown to love baking. Cookies, cakes, bread… you name it, I have...reactions4comments
Inhaled Insu...Has anyone used inhaled insulin? If you have were the results positive. I'm so depressed over having to inject myself....reactions1replyMedications
Natural Treatment for Diabetes...Many people are interested in using natural treatments to help manage type 2 diabetes (T2D). Natural treatments include vitamins, herbal supplements, and dietary supplements. These should never replace standard treatment...
Complementary and Integrative Health Practices for Diabetes...Many people with type 2 diabetes (T2D) use therapies outside of mainstream medicine. These treatments are called complementary and integrative health practices. They may help manage T2D complications and improve...
Medications for Diabetes...Controlling blood sugar levels helps manage type 2 diabetes (T2D). Having high blood sugar (glucose) can lead to health problems. A key part of therapy is lifestyle management. This involves...
How Are Diabetes and Fatigue Related?...Fatigue is often described as having low energy or feeling worn out. Fatigue can be mental, physical, or both. Having diabetes may contribute to feelings of fatigue. To learn more about...reactions2comments
