Drink more water!...Stress does some weird things to me as a diabetic. At one stressful point in my life, I was taking a water pill... I don’t remember why it was prescribed...reactions1comment
Offset moderate carb meals with addition of certain spices...This is my story and mine alone. What effects I have achieved may not work for others and here I admit I am somewhat extreme in the steps I will...reactions2comments
Weird unexpected blood sugar lowering foods and spices...I am my own guinea pig in finding unexpected glucose lowering effects from common foods and spices...reactions2repliesBlood Sugar ManagementA1c
Refreshing Alcohol-Free Mojito...Enjoy the summer nights without compromising your health goals with this refreshing alcohol-free twist on the mojito. Mixed cocktails are a slippery slope of added calories, sugar, and next-day headaches...reactions1comment
Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV): The Basics...Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory virus that causes cold-like symptoms such as runny nose, cough, congestion, and shortness of breath. RSV can affect people of all ages...reactions1comment
New Habits Worth Forming...Forming a new habit is hard. And as we get older, making new habits gets even more complicated! But when you are looking to improve your health, especially when you...reactionscomments
Best weight loss plan...Hi I am new to this forum and would like to ask a question please. I was diagnosed with type 2 in July 2020. My weight at the time was...reactions2repliesDiet & NutritionWeight Management
Neuropathy Tips for That “Tingly” Feeling...Throughout my journey with diabetes, one of the many frustrations I've experienced is diabetic neuropathy. At some point, we might all experience neuropathy. I refer to it as my "Spidey...reactions28comments
My Experience With Ozempic for Type 2 Diabetes...Science continues to offer solutions for various medical issues, and in the past few years, Ozempic was introduced to me as a way to possibly lower my A1c. While everyone's...reactionscomments
My Favorite Summertime Activities and Reminders...Summer: the best season of the whole year and my favorite season. I know it's been a long, hot summer for many, but I love it! I enjoy feeling the...reactionscomments
Contour Next EZ glucose monitor...I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes 2 years ago, after my heart attack. I have not had any true medical instruction or what to watch for, how to manage...reactions1reply
Cilantro Coleslaw...Who doesn't enjoy a refreshing coleslaw dish in the summer months? Traditionally, coleslaw is flavored with lots of mayonnaise and sugar. However, this recipe gives coleslaw a delicious twist without all...reactionscomments
Recent Lows...I am puzzled over some recent lows. I have had 2 events this week. The first one felt bad, seat pouring off me, confused, weak, and out of breath. Oddly...reactions2repliesBlood Sugar ManagementTips & AdviceSleep
5 Insulin Mix-Ups to Avoid...Unfortunately, mistakes in taking insulin can happen. The medical world seems to speak its own language, and instructions may be difficult to follow. I'm going to share with you a...reactions2comments
Novolog costs...Just refilled Novolog prescription-pen injection. From listening to debate on INFLATION Reduction act, I assumed if you were on medicare, all insulin was $35.00 for 30 day supply. I know...reactions1replyMedications
HBA1C...I was diagnosed in March. Anyway my HBA1C result never made it to my DR so I have had another one last week after i have been on metformin for...reactions1replyGestational Diabetes
The Long Haul to Bariatric Surgery...The day is May 4, 2021; may the force be with me. After 4 years of steadily trying everything I could on my own and under physician supervision, I had...reactions1comment
A little help please!...This is probably going to be a long post, but I feel like the community should know the context of what's going on to help with giving advice. Advise I...reactions1replyBlood Sugar Management
Chile-Lime Vegetable and Fruit Cup...I love raw veggies and hummus as a snack, but sometimes I want to switch it up and make a new healthy snack. This refreshing, quick recipe incorporates both fresh...reactions1comment
Recently Diagnosed Type 2...Hello all. I've recently been told I have type 2 diabetes. Had blood test done and my doctor actually rang me to tell me as my appointment with them isnt...reactions3repliesSymptomsDiagnosis
