T2D Family History and Putting in the Work...I have a very long family history of type 2 diabetes (T2D). My mother was admitted to the hospital frequently in her late 20s and 30s. She was weak, thin...reactionscomments
Open-Face Turkey Lettuce Wraps...With lots of mouths to feed, I always look for healthy and quick lunches to whip up! This has been one of my family's favorite lunches this month. The crisp...reactions2comments
How to Avoid Food Waste During the Holidays...The holidays are expensive enough without the added cost of food waste. With festivities taking over your social calendar, it doesn't leave much time to enjoy a fridge full of...reactionscomments
My Responses to 3 Concerns About Diabetes Medicines...As a certified diabetes care and education specialist (CDCES), I hear common concerns about diabetes medicines when working with people with type 2 diabetes. These are my typical responses to...reactionscomments
What is your biggest problem/challenge when it comes to managing T2 diabetes?...No two diabetics are the same, so our treatment is individualized. We all have different challenges when it comes to managing type 2 diabetes. What are your top 3 challenges...reactionsrepliesBlood Sugar Management
For Love...I am caring for my fiance's mother who suffered a stroke. We finally got her blood pressure under control, but now her type 2 diabetes is giving us a run...reactions1comment
Type 2 diabetic belly fat ...Please someone tell me how can I reduce my belly fat. My endocrinologist told me to try "crunches". He said it was worth a try....reactions1reply
The Diabetes Battle...I am in a battle. The battle is with type 2 diabetes. The battle sometimes involves my mental health. This is a battle I do not feel like I'm winning...reactionscomments
Baking...What is the best replacements for flour and sugar?...reactions3repliesBlood Sugar ManagementCaregiving
T2D - trying to gain weight or at least maintain current weight...I'm T2D, diagnosed for about 2 years ( 66 years old), and first year was diet and exercise, then Jardiance ( metformin made me too sick), now going on Rybelsus...reactions4repliesDiet & NutritionBlood Sugar ManagementWeight Management
Understanding carbs. ...I have never had anyone explain just what carbs are and how to know how much of them to eat. My Dr. tells me not to eat fruits, but yet...reactions1reply
Glucose meters...Why doesn't medicare pay for the free style Libra or that type of meter, instead of taking finger sticks 3 times a day?...reactions2repliesDepressionGlucose Meters & Monitors
body temp...Does anyone have trouble with body temp especially at nite i am good most of the day but when getting into bed i am cold as a mackrel and my...reactions7repliesSleepSide EffectsMedications
Brown Sugar Almond Cookies...These cookies are primarily sweetened with Stevia but get their deep, molasses-like taste from a touch of brown sugar. Its flavor profile then gets heightened with almonds, which adds a...reactions2comments
Munchausen's?...Rather than listening to me talk about our huge family risk, the pediatrician accused me of having Munchausen's by proxy... Maternal grandmother, 25 aunts, and uncles, many cousins Paternal great-grandparents...reactions1comment
Question opinion of Ozempic vs Trulicity...Hi So I was wondering if anyone had an opinion on which was better Ozempic or Trulicity. I had been on Trulicity but then 1 Dr me off now another...reactions2replies
Making Mindful Moves With Diabetes and a Disability...When I was diagnosed with diabetes, it was a real wake-up call. I had always been relatively health-conscious, but suddenly I had to be much more mindful of everything. From...reactionscomments
My Diabetes...I have been diabetic for about 10 years and it’s a lot of ups and downs I drink a lot of water I try to eat right but a lot...reactions2replies
Surprise! You have diabetes and get to keep your kidney stones a little longer....I was scheduled for surgery to remove kidney stones on August 9th. I was supposed to get a tube placement on August 4th. I was as ready as I could...reactions2comments
