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...reactions9repliesAwarenessBlood 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...reactions2replies
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...reactions12comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions1reply
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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions7comments
Type 2 and anxiety ...Hi everyone hope everyone is well my first time here. Well I've been on 850 metformin twice a day and my doctor lower it to 850 once a day and...reactions5replies
Diabetes and Your Thyroid: What’s the Connection?...If you live with type 2 diabetes, there's a chance you also live with another health condition: thyroid disease. There are many different risk factors for thyroid disease, including diabetes. ...reactionscomments
Living in the Gray Zone: My Experiences With Type 2 Diabetes...I have been living with type 2 diabetes for about 5 years now. It has been a challenging experience, and I have definitely had my ups and downs. I want...reactions1comment
Frozen Banana Nut Treat...This is an easy-to-make fruit-based treat that will help cool you off on a hot day! In this recipe, using a ripe banana will naturally sweeten the dessert without adding...reactions1comment
Practicing Self-Care on a Budget...You may have heard about the importance of self-care and examples of how you can practice it in your daily life. However, some self-care "treats" are more expensive than others...reactions1comment
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy...Hi everybody. I have an interest in hyperbaric oxygen therapy and thought this community would be a good place to field my questions. I'll start off with just two. The...reactions1replyTreatment
A Diabetes Tune-up...We are nearly halfway into 2022 and my motivation train is full steam ahead. After my 3-month hiatus, I had to realize that my diabetic journey needed a tune-up; a...reactionscomments
Is It Time to Change Doctors?...My experience with type 2 diabetes led me to eventually figure out it was time to change doctors. While some are lucky enough to have a doctor they love and...reactionscomments
Cheesy Zucchini Crisps...This recipe takes 5 minutes to prepare and serves one person. The zucchini dish is in between a chip and fried consistency, depending on how long you bake it. Add...reactions1comment
5 Grocery Items I Buy as a Registered Dietitian...Have you seen the grocery hauls on social media? I have always been curious to see what other people consider staple grocery items in their homes. Although no one in...reactions2comments
Sweet snacks recipes...Hello all! I am new to this community and excited to have so many resources to turn to for support, answers, and ideas. I have a huge sugar addiction! I...reactions13repliesDiet & Nutrition
New guy with CGM anxiety...Been a T2 for about 9 years now. Been on Jardience for about 3 after insurance company switched me from Invokana. Got curious last week at my checkup about the...reactions7repliesBlood Sugar ManagementCopingDepression
