Why Is It So Hard for Me to Eat Right?...I was diagnosed with pre-diabetes about 3 years ago. After a while, it progressed to type 2 diabetes. Part of my problem is eating "right". I've never been good at...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Diabetes Care: Who Should Be On Your Medical Team?...The medical community consists of several professionals who can support your routine diabetes needs and those "every-once-in-a-while" needs. The list of providers and doctors below can help reduce your diabetes burden...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
pre-type 2, designing strategy...Long story short, annual fasting glucose tests were creeping up (112 the most recent). Doc wasn't concerned said to just watch because I was already exercising and at a good...Reactions0reactionsComments17 repliesDiet & NutritionBlood Sugar Management
Not my primary…...Hello all, I have a gripe. It’s been building for a while. Nearly every time I see a healthcare provider they feel the need to comment on my diabetes and/or...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesCopingHealthcare TeamMental Health
Lower-Sugar Walnut Blondies...Whether you are a "health nut" or simply trying to make more balanced choices when it comes to desserts, these walnut blondies are a must-try! Decadent chocolate, crunchy nuts, sweet...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Feeling frustrated - looking for suggestions...In April, my doctor upped my dosage of Rybelsus. Since then, I've felt *SO* much better. My eyesight has leveled out and isn't blurry. My fatigue has abated quite a...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesA1cBlood Sugar ManagementDiet & Nutrition
How to Take NSAIDs Safely...NSAID stands for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. NSAIDs are widely used to treat mild to moderate pain, fever, and swelling. This makes them useful for pain relief from headaches, sports injuries...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Has someone used Diabacore...I read that diabacore is a natural ingrdients medication that cures type 2, I would be happy to have feedback...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatment
Addressing 8 Common Nutrition Myths for People with Diabetes...Whether a friend or family member is offering advice on what you should eat or you found some information online, there is a lot of conflicting information regarding understanding some...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Have any studies been conducted using mutated viruses to force beta cells to perform properly?...Viral genetic manipulation of beta cell structure...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesResearch & Clinical Trials
Metformin ...I’ve been on Metformin for over 20 years. I’ve heard most recently how it’s so bad for you and that I shouldn’t be taking it. ? What experiences do you...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesMedications
My Journey to Improving My Mental Health...Living with type 2 diabetes can be a daily struggle. I have experienced firsthand the impact it can have on mental health. The constant monitoring of blood sugar levels, dietary...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Stress, Cortisol, Glucose, Oh My! How to Manage It All...Being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes is, without a doubt, a challenge in and of itself. Toss in the added stress of daily life, and you find yourself on a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Glucose spike now 50-60% target when have been over 70% for 2 years ...I’m an 87 year old male Canadian with type 2 diabetes. I take jardiance and januvia I have been using the libre sensor for 2 years. I was taking 6...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBlood Sugar Management
Beat the Heat With Type 2 Diabetes...We're living through another scorching summer. After June temperatures set records worldwide, NASA warned that July 2023 is expected to be the warmest month on record! This is very troubling...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Diabetes and inflammatory markers...Does anyone know if diabetes (any type) can affect inflammatory markers in the blood, such as CRP/ESR? I have my CRP checked regularly for another health condition and it has...Reactions0reactionsComments11 repliesSymptoms
6 Ways Friends and Family Can Support You With T2D...Most of the time, your friends and family mean well regarding your type 2 diabetes. But there are suggestions for what to say or do that could help them better...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
When Things Go in Opposite Directions at the Same Time!...Last fall, in September 2022, I had bariatric surgery. To be precise, I had a gastrectomy, also known as a gastric sleeve. I had worked diligently with my PCP and...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
5 Principles of Mindful Eating for Beginners...Do you taste, feel, smell, and embrace everything your sweet treat has to offer? Or do you sometimes eat so quickly that the taste may not register with your tastebuds?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Struggling a bit...Hi all I was diagnosed with diabetes and its complications 6 months ago My A1C was 12.7. I have leg and hand neuropathy as well as eye retinopathy treated by...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesComplicationsNewly Diagnosed
