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The Essentials: What’s in My Bag for Living With Type 2 Diabetes?...When you have type 2 diabetes, there are a few items you consistently should have on hand. That's why I wanted to share what's in my bag to prepare yourself...reactions4comments
Editorial Team...The Editorial Team works with its Medical Review Board and experienced medical writers to provide Health Union's Community Team with reliable, easy-to-understand information about a host of chronic health conditions...
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Going to the Dentist? Here’s How to Prepare for Your Visit...You might not think of your dentist as part of your diabetes care team, but they are. Living with type 2 diabetes means you may be at higher risk of...reactions7comments
Churro Protein Muffins...This tasty churro protein muffin recipe will not sabotage your health goals. This high-protein, no-sugar-added keto muffin hits the sweet spot! This churro protein muffin recipe uses almond flour, a...reactions1comment
Depression and Anxiety with Sugar ...I know how important it is to eat right and for a year I didn’t eat right at all until my eyes got really blurry and scared me into eating...reactions10repliesDepression
Friendly Fats: An Overview of 4 Types of Fats...If you were around the 90s, you might remember that back then, fat was a big no-no according to the diet industry. A low-fat diet was the trend, and you...reactions2comments
Are grapes and raisins good to eat?...I’ve gone online and get two different replies as the whether or not type 2 diabetics can safely eat either. No where on the American Diabetes Association site do they...reactions1reply
FeaturedDoes sugar effect your vision and if so for how long?...When to see a opthalmologist and how soon?...reactions5replies
A1C...Since starting to walk my A1C went from 7.7 to 6.5. My Dr did the happy dance...reactions1reply
SNRI Drugs and Diabetic Neuropathy...Diabetic neuropathy is nerve damage caused by diabetes that can lead to pain, ulcerations, and in some cases, amputation. A class of drugs known as serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors, or...reactions1comment
Chocolate Peanut Butter Frozen Yogurt...Warmer weather can have you craving a frosty treat! But when you are managing type 2 diabetes, it can be tricky to find a dessert that will still keep your...reactionscomments
Blood Sugar Elevation...I am type 2 diabetic for 35 years. I am on metformin medication. My A1c has been between 6-5 to 7. Recently I get quick blood sugar spikes after eating...reactions1replyBlood Sugar Management
Family History and Diabetes: We've Come a Long Way, Baby...I remember talking to my mom in the 70s about diabetes in our family. She learned about diabetes from one of her 18 older siblings. Her older sister (who was...reactionscomments
Granulated onion lowers my blood glucose...Very excited. Another unusual food addiction that tanked blood glucose spikes for me. Had read recent info regarding studies with rats using onion extract and its effect when using Metformin...reactions1comment
The Importance of Mindful Practices for People With Diabetes...Living with diabetes can be stressful. There are endless doctor's appointments, blood tests, and careful monitoring of your nutrition. It's easy to get overwhelmed and feel like you're not in...reactions2comments
Simple Nutrition Steps to Boost Heart Health...Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States? Yet, about 80 percent of cardiovascular disease cases are preventable, including conditions such as...reactionscomments
unexpected drops in past 2 weeks...HI Everyone I have been absent from this site for a long time. Just busy. I have quite the thing happening and I am concerned and frustrated. Within the past...reactions1replyBlood Sugar ManagementInsulinMedications
Baked Sweet Potato Fries...Looking for a snack with a sweet yet salty combination? Need a delicious vegetable dish to go with your meal? Look no further than these baked sweet potato fries! The hardest...reactionscomments
