Taking an Athlete’s Approach to Managing Diabetes...We know that type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that impacts how your body turns food into energy. There are also...reactionscomments
Finding Lower-Carb Mexican Food Favorites!...Mexican food is the best (in my opinion, at least!). I love all of the vibrant flavors and colors used in this...reactions2comments
7 Myths About Shingles...Shingles is a viral infection that is often misunderstood. Understanding the myths and misconceptions about shingles can help reduce your chances of...reactionscomments
Finding Out I Can't Cure My Type 2 Diabetes...It wasn't until recently that I discovered I couldn't completely cure my type 2 diabetes with medicine or eating right. I was...reactionscomments
"Get Out of My Head": My T2D Diagnosis Story...Editor's note: Content warning – This article includes experiences with disordered eating. I know I've shared this information with you all a...reactionscomments
What Is Shingles?...Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a common viral infection that affects about 1 out of every 3 people in the...reactionscomments
Revisiting the Health at Every Size Framework...In early 2023, new American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines for managing children's weight were released. I was shocked and disheartened by this...reactionscomments
Spicy Chipotle Turkey Burgers...Sometimes eating healthier versions of your favorites can feel like a sacrifice on taste. That won't be the case with this spicy chipotle...reactionscomments
Practicing Portion Control With Type 2 Diabetes...As someone living with type 2 diabetes, having control of the foods I choose to consume and when to eat has provided...reactionscomments
What do you eat?...It seems like most foods have carbs and I'm constantly hungry eating right. What do you eat regularly?...reactions112repliesCoping
When a Friend Joins Your Journey...You never want to be that person - the one who is excited that a friend has type 2 diabetes. But, being...reactionscomments
Regrouping with Type 2 Diabetes...4 years ago my A1C was slightly elevated. So my doctor was monitoring my progress and within a year I started medication...reactions5comments
Become a Meal Planning Pro!...Meal planning has often been encouraged for busy people or families to prepare a week of nutritious, homemade meals without regular visits...reactions5comments
Chicken Chickpea Tagine...Are you tired of cooking the same meals? Tag in the tagine! This Moroccan-inspired recipe has a traditional flare with a nutritious...reactionscomments
Long acting insulin...I've been experimenting some with my insulins because my numbers are all over the place. For the last week I haven't taken...reactionsrepliesInsulinA1cBlood Sugar Management
Insulin Price Cuts: A Few Steps in the Right Direction...As someone who uses insulin to help manage type 2 diabetes, I was cheered by the news that Eli Lilly is lowering...reactions7comments
How to Find Financial Assistance for Treatment...Many illnesses come with steep price tags. Once you are diagnosed with diabetes, navigating treatment expenses can be challenging. Insurance plans cover...reactions1comment
How I Beat Type 2 Diabetes & Bad Cholesterols...I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in July 2022 with 2 bad cholesterol. I decided to research and found Dr. Fung's...reactions3comments
A very confused none-diabetic with AC1 at 5.1...I had some blood test done last year and my A1c reading was 5.2, I repeated the blood test last week and...reactions4replies
Diets for diabetes management? ...I have heard of three different types of diets for Diabetes — low carb, plant based/keto and low fat/ high carb. It...reactions2repliesDiet & Nutrition