Newbie...Hi Everyone! Not a question or discussion- just want to introduce myself. I was diagnosed with type 2 in early 2019. It came as a HUGE shock to me. Two...reactions2repliesDepression
Focusing on Type 2 Diabetes When Other Health Issues Are Urgent...Recently, I found out I have renal cell carcinoma. The diagnosis was a huge shock. I'd seen a doctor about leg pain and went for an MRI after fighting with...reactions2comments
db - Losing Weight for a Diabetic...Hello, my name is db. I learned that I have Type 2 diabetes about 3 years ago. I am a 60 year old female. I have had problems losing weight...reactions4repliesDiet & NutritionWeight Management
Go Hard With a Nutrition Game-plan...With diabetes, it can be overwhelming to think about eating healthier. That doesn't mean it has to be complicated. With some education and a few basic guidelines, you can gain...reactionscomments
New sugar free chocolate? Recommendations?...I love chocolate and have struggled to find one I like that is sugar free. I saw this new brand Nebula Snacks - was curious if anyone would recommend or...reactions2repliesDiet & Nutrition
Peach-Grapefruit Party Punch...Whether it's a holiday party or a summer cookout, finding a drink option that’s easy on the blood sugars can be challenging. And, too often, there's social pressure to be considerate...reactionscomments
Caring for an elderly type 2 diabetic who refuses medical care...I live with my grandfather who has recently come to terms with the fact that he is type 2 diabetic. However, though he has finally come to terms with this...reactions2repliesCaregiving
Co pay help...I need help finding assistance to cover my co pay for a dex com cgm. They only help with type 1. I am searched and requested every place I can...reactions1reply
Community Views: Advice About Starting a New Diabetes Drug...Treating type 2 diabetes (T2D) can feel overwhelming given how many different combinations of treatments and drugs are available. It is common to feel like it is a lot to...reactionscomments
What Other Complications Does Type 2 Diabetes Bring to You?...Type 2 diabetes is a disease that impacts sugar absorption at a cellular level. It maintains high sugar in the bloodstream due to the irregular functioning of the pancreas and...reactionscomments
Alternatives to Cooking With Bananas...Bananas are an excellent, versatile fruit used in many recipes in many different ways. Bananas are the most consumed fruit in America! However, if you live with diabetes, bananas might...reactions4comments
Basaglar...Is anyone taking daily basaglar along with bolus Novolog and weekly Trulicity?...reactions3repliesTreatment
Air-Fryer Chicken Parmesan...Your tastebuds will be exclaiming "mama mia!" with this healthy rendition of a favorite meal. This recipe skips the heavy breading and mimics the classic crisp texture of fried chicken...reactionscomments
Skinny Diabetics...I'm a skinny Type II diabetic, 5'4" and 114 lbs. I've read that we're twice as likely to die if complications of diabetes. I take Januvia and I'm under excellent...reactions1replyComplications
The 2024 Social Health Awards Program...Editorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards program! The Social Health Awards is an awards...reactionscomments
Don’t Get Caught Up in the Competition...Competition can be motivating if it's healthy and positive. It becomes unhealthy when you become fueled by the desire to do better than others for the wrong reasons. When your...reactions1comment
Things to eat to lower blood sugar...Just recently diagnosed with type 2 with hyperglycemic blood sugar. I play a lot of golf. What can i snack/eat during play that will keep or lower my sugar. I...reactions11repliesBlood Sugar Management
Good Food, Real Fast: The Building Blocks of Nutritious Meals...One of the main reasons people say it's challenging to eat healthily is that it takes too much time to make a wholesome, nutritious meal. This can be especially true...reactionscomments
