Functional Medicine for Diabetes ...Has anyone been to a functional medicine doctor? Could functional medicine be the solution for diabetes?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatment
does low blood sugar cause strange dreams...I am having recurring dreams about having low blood sugar. When I wake up I actually have low blood sugar....Reactions0reactionsComments27 repliesSymptomsBlood Sugar ManagementComplications
freestyle libre 2 sensor ABBOTT SUCKS...why would Abbott make this ? an uncontrolable alarm that goes off below 70, above 150 and when your phone is out of range... and it overrides your phone system...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesBlood Sugar ManagementGlucose Meters & Monitors
Need support.....I’m very stressed with my diabetes, I really hate diabetes, it causes me so much stress. When first diagnosed I was really scared, I lost weight stuck to a strict...Reactions0reactionsComments18 repliesCopingDepressionMental HealthSupport
Is Fatigue a Type 2 Diabetes Indicator?...There are many reasons you might be fatigued. The possibilities are vast, from not getting enough sleep to being sick or having another medical condition. But is fatigue a type...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
How accurate are Continuous Glucose Monitoring Devices?...I compared more than 80 CGM sensor readings with finger prick blood glucose readings taken at the same time. I found that the sensor readings are higher than the finger...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesGlucose Meters & Monitors
Herbed Garden Tomato Salad...Eating your fruits and vegetables is considered essential for keeping your body healthy, whether you have diabetes or not. This herbed garden tomato salad recipe provides a quick and easy...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Personal Experiences Leading to My Type 2 Diabetes Diagnosis...Despite my mother being diagnosed several years prior to her passing, 2 of my aunts being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, and my eventual diabetes diagnosis, I knew absolutely nothing...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
FeaturedWhat are your experiences with grief and diabetes management?...There are so many things that can impact diabetes management. One aspect that can particularly be overlooked is grief. I wanted to use this forum thread as a space to...Reactions0reactionsComments29 repliesMental Health
Suggestions for Making the Most Out of Spring...Springtime is a beautiful time of year, with the weather getting warmer and the days getting longer. For many people, it's a time to get outside to relish in the...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dual Gastric Inhibitory Polypeptide (GIP) and Glucagon-like Peptide-1 (GLP-1) Receptor Agonists...Gastric inhibitory peptide (GIP) and glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) are hormones involved in controlling blood sugar (glucose). Your doctor may prescribe a drug that helps mimic GIP and GLP-1. Drugs that...
Lactose-Free Mango Creamsicle Ice Cream...Each scoop of this lactose-free mango ice cream packs a protein-filled punch to help keep blood sugar levels stable and your sweet tooth satisfied. So, enjoy it as a tasty...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Newly Diagnosed T2 27yr old...Hi! My name is Taylor! I was diagnosed with T2D about a month ago. I have a family history of T2 on both sides of my family. So,when I got...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesAwarenessBlood Sugar ManagementCoping
How accurate are Continuous Glucose Monitoring Devices?...I have been a diabetic since 1973. Endocrinologists initially started me on Metformin, diet, and exercise. As the symptoms slowly worsened, the Endocrinologists tried out a large number of other...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Why Don’t They Take Their Medication?...Former Surgeon General C. Everett Koop famously said, "Drugs don't work in patients who don't take them." Taking medications as prescribed (medication adherence) and taking them consistently (medication persistence) are...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Dining Out With Diabetes: My Game Plan...Who doesn't enjoy dining out at your favorite spot? I love eating out. My husband and I eat out at least 3 times a week. It seems like the best...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
NEED SOME ADVICE PLEASE...A loved one who was my neighbor passed away & shortly before he passed he had vision issues! His daughter was pretty much the one who dealt with his med...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Tía Joyce’s Fresh Corn Salsa...So many of us, whether we have diabetes or not, struggle to get the recommended number of daily vegetables. Vegetables offer us a lot, including fiber, vitamins, minerals, and more...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Gets You Moving?...Before my type 2 diabetes diagnosis, I was lazy. You might say I was unexpectedly reckless with the way I ate and lack of exercise. My body ached with pain...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Admitting I’m powerless over food, and my life is unmanageable....Hi all, New here. I’m in the 12-Step program with some sobriety. I’ve had type 2 diabetes for about a decade and have controlled it off and on. I know...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
