Newly diagnosed - soda question ...Well I am 57 and had slacked off on my physicals after Covid. I finally went and got one recently and the doctor called and told me that I caught...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Why My A1C Isn’t My Only Type 2 Diabetes Goal...It seems like once I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, everything having to do with my health got reduced to a single number. My A1C, to be precise. Every...Reactions0reactionsComments18 comments
Backpacking with diabetes 2...I am new to diabetes 2. I will be going hunting/camping and need ideas for quick/on the go breakfast ideas....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTips & AdviceDiet & Nutrition
Protein In urine ...I have been googling and reading on this subject. Dr. Put me on farxiga. Causing constipation. Going to the dr. Soon and will ask questions about kidney function and if...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBlood Sugar ManagementComplicationsTreatment
3 Seasonal Greens for Type 2 Diabetes Management...Do you love embracing seasonal fruits and vegetables? Along with better flavor, consuming seasonal foods also gives Mother Nature a helping hand. Generally, seasonal and local ingredients require less energy...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Tongue sores ...For the past six months or so I’ve had tongue sores. I’m on several medication‘s and I’m trying to isolate which one might be causing them. I started insulin degludec...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptoms
Frustrated with fasting sugars...Hello, I got diagnosed with Type 2 a few weeks ago and I started a low carb diet, early dinner with no carbs followed by a walk. I am not...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesBlood Sugar Management
Do You Feel Discouraged With Your Type 2 Diabetes Journey?...Lately, I've been feeling discouraged. It's not because my numbers aren't okay - they are. I've been eating pretty healthy, and the scale isn't moving. I know you might be...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Eating Fats ...Hello, I’m prediabetic and I don’t currently own a device to track my BS. I’m doing lots of reading online and in books about this awful disease and I wonder...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBlood Sugar Management
I'm having a hard time losing weight while being on medication. Has anyone else experienced this?...Hi all, Brand new to this forum. I was diagnosed with T2D last year and it's been a whirlwind. Fast forward today, I've been able to lower and maintain a...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesDiet & NutritionExerciseWeight Management
How to Encourage Children to Create Healthy Habits...I think we can all agree that building healthy eating habits is a lifelong goal. Starting certain practices at a young age can help habits stick for the long term...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Dating With Diabetes: Tips for Navigating Romantic Relationships...Being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes is a challenging experience, and honestly, it left me feeling overwhelmed. I was especially overwhelmed when thinking about navigating the romantic side of my...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
A1C...Hi all. I'm not diabetic yet however I'm probably pre-diabetic. In August 23 got a A1C test done thru my doctor. Results were 6.82 mmol/L. 41 mmol/mole. Borderline I believe...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesA1cPrediabetes
Sautéed Green Beans and Mushrooms...Are you struggling to find new ways to add more vegetables into your meals? Well, these sautéed green beans and mushrooms are simple to make and contain lots of nutrients...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Recently Diagnosed...Hi all, Looking for some insight. I was very recently diagnosed with Type2 Diabetes and I have very high sugars. The doctor started me on 1/2 tablet of 500 mg...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesBlood Sugar ManagementDiagnosisDepression
How to Make Your Favorite Coffee Diabetes-Friendly...There is something about holding a to-go coffee cup that transforms one's mood. A little paper cup can turn any frown upside down! With a few quick sips, the world...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Diabetes Meds Went Viral...I started taking Ozempic over a year ago. It's been a great tool for me to manage my diabetes and control my blood sugar. Imagine my surprise when it went...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
How to Boost Your Vitamin D Intake...Vitamin D works together with calcium to promote bone strength. When vitamin D is not available in adequate amounts, the bones can suffer. In the summer, we're usually exposed to...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
The Harm of Calling T2D a Lifestyle Disease...Don't call type 2 diabetes (T2D) a "lifestyle disease." It's way more complicated than that. Personal lifestyle changes can positively impact diabetes. However, they don't resolve the underlying genetic predisposition...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Mashed Cannellini Beans...Looking for a diabetes-friendly alternative to mashed potatoes? This mashed cannellini beans recipe is a high-protein and lower carbohydrate dish with a good source of fiber. It can be served...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
