Dark Chocolate Covered Strawberries...Show your tastebuds some love with these dark chocolate-covered strawberries! This decadent dessert is more than just a holiday classic. Dark chocolate contains flavonols and polyphenols which are powerful antioxidants...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Continuous Glucose Monitors: Um, How Do I Get One of Those?...There's a new kid in town: the continuous glucose monitor (CGM). Although the technology has existed for nearly 20 years, it has just recently exploded into everyday use by those...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Packing a Diabetes-Friendly Picnic...Spring is many people's favorite season, but it can be challenging for those living with type 2 diabetes because of all of the foods associated with this season. There are...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Boosting Flavor Without Adding Fat or Salt...If you have high blood pressure, are retaining fluid, or have been diagnosed with kidney disease, your doctor may have told you to reduce your sodium intake. According to the...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The emotional side of Type 2...Did you all have good family support with your diabetes when first diagnosed? And was your doctor supportive when first diagnosed? When I was diagnosed I was overwhelmed with how...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesMental Health
Why I Test My Sugar So Frequently..."Why do you test your sugar so frequently?" This is the question that I get asked most often by my doctors, friends, family, and others in the diabetes community. To...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
My Key to Type 2 Diabetes Management: Strength, Empowerment, Support..."Oh my... you've got type 2 diabetes? How will you manage everything?" During the first year of being diagnosed with diabetes, that's what I heard. That first year was harsh...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My AC1 levels ...I’ve been struggling with keeping my numbers low, but no matter what I’ve done in the past 20+ years I did have it under control back in 2015, but then...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesBlood Sugar ManagementA1cDepression
Caring for Your Kidneys When You Have Diabetes...Each year, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) releases updated guidelines for diabetes care. Those guidelines are based on the latest research and help medical providers best care for you. Based...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Zoodles with Peanut Sauce and Tempeh...This veggie-filled, high-protein dish can work as a filling snack or light lunch. I love to eat this quick and easy recipe that can be made in a matter of...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
3 Steps to a Successful Weight Management Plan...With a new year comes added pressure to make large-scale lifestyle changes. How many times have you decided to eat healthier, only to lose your path by February or March?...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Easy Ways to Break Up Sedentary Time...Over the last few years, sitting has become a leading culprit to health complications. Wonder if you're sedentary? It's kind of a loaded question. Current physical activity recommendations consist of...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Parenthood With Diabetes...Diabetes is a challenging illness with so many complications that affect the entire body. Managing diabetes on your own can be overwhelming. What if you also have a family to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Cherry Cheesecake Bites...For how decadent these bites are, most people would never guess how easy they are to make! These cherry cheesecake bites are slightly sweet, tangy, tart, and rich. Their vibrant...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
surgery and diabetes...Has anyone had surgery of any kind with having T2diabetes? How did your sugars react? Did you have to adjust meds? I am going for knee surgery in May. I...Reactions0reactionsComments11 repliesSurgeryBlood Sugar Management
Medications/Insulin...May I ask how meds people are on including insulin. It seems I need to take I take Janumet(Januvia and Metformin combined), Jardiance, Plus I take long acting and fast...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesTreatment
Tea for blood sugar level...Does anyone drink tea that effectively helps lower their blood sugar?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBlood Sugar ManagementDiet & NutritionTreatment
Jardiance Side Effects...From my experience, it appears to be critical to hydrate when taking Jardiance. Dehydration should be added as a side effect. And it's a serious side effect if not recognized....Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesSide EffectsTreatment
How to Handle Insurance Denials and Limits...Finding out your health insurance company has denied a claim can be frustrating and complicated. Your insurance company must provide you with the following pieces of information if it is...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Jardiance side effects...Been taking Jardiance for about 4 months along with Metformin ER 2000. Jardiance replaced glimepiride. Elevated blood pressure, lightheadedness, headaches and weakness creeped up on me to the point of...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatmentSide Effects
