How to Choose the Right Protein Powder...Living with type 2 diabetes can feel like a full-time job. On top of managing your chronic illness, you might also have a family to take care of, an actual...reactionscomments
Trulicity withdrawal ...So I was prescribed .75 trulicity. I was on it two months and then my insurance decied not to pay for it. So I stopped taking it cold turkey. The...reactions5repliesSide Effects
Blood Sugar too high....I have been having high blood sugar these past 2 days I am stressed as my friend died this month from cancer and I don't know how to deal with...reactions3repliesCopingMental Health
Seasoned Garbanzo Beans...This seasoned garbanzo beans recipe is a side dish or snack that you can easily pair with your favorite chicken or fish entree. Garbanzo beans (chickpeas) are high in protein...reactions1comment
Fatigue or Weakened Immune System: My Bad Decision...Am I the only one who keeps waking up at night due to restless legs, thirst, and constant visits to the bathroom? I don't think I am alone in this...reactionscomments
random drops...I am sure there are people out there that have random unexplained drops in their sugars. My sugars today I do not know what they were before eating lunch, however...reactions2repliesSupportSymptomsBlood Sugar Management
Could You Be Misdiagnosed With Type 2 Diabetes?...Many people believe there are only 2 types of diabetes, most notably type 1 diabetes (T1D) and type 2 diabetes (T2D). However, diabetes is actually a spectrum. Other forms of...reactions3comments
When the Villain Returns...Christmas and New Year came and went, and on the toll of 2022, I found myself facing off with my arch-nemesis and villain...ME! I found myself in a mental struggle...reactionscomments
Creamy Faux-Cheesy Cauliflower Gnocchi...This vegan cauliflower gnocchi dish is a must-have! Don't get me wrong, I love dairy, but I try to mix it up with plant-based options for a phytonutrient boost. This...reactionscomments
Take the Health and Media Habits Survey!...The Media Habits Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Managing a chronic condition is not easy and can be physically and mentally exhausting. What types of media...reactionscomments
Cooking With Hearts of Palm Pasta, a Low-Carb Alternative...I have been involved in health, wellness, and nutrition for a while now and am very in tune with food trends and new food products. One food product that seems...reactionscomments
Sugar withdrawal? ...Is there such a thing as dropping your daily sugars too fast? Two weeks ago I realized after being way out of control that my sugars were in the high...reactions6repliesBlood Sugar ManagementDiet & Nutrition
Numbers dropped since being on low carb diet...I recently went on a low carb diet. Basically nothing white..80% veggies and 20% protein. Now I'm wondering about what to do with my insulin. Yesterday, my numbers stayed 132...reactions1replyBlood Sugar ManagementDiet & Nutrition
3 Tips for Saving Money on Food...Have you noticed the price of food going up? The latest Consumer Price Index reveals that it is true–our food prices have risen nearly 7 percent over the past year...reactionscomments
Know Your GFR: CKD and Pharmaceutical Dispensing...If you have been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD), it is recommended that you are aware of your glomerular filtration rate (GFR) and serum creatinine values. These values are...reactionscomments
Fear of eating ...Hello, I'm a 12 year type 2 diabetic that over the last year really fell off the wagon. A1C IS 9.2 and even though I know I can get it...reactions1replyMental HealthBlood Sugar Management
almond/oat flour...If I were to give baking cookies with either almond or oat flour, would I use the same amount as regular flour? Anyone know? and if youve tried it, how...reactions4repliesDiet & Nutrition
Turkey Cheeseburger Salad...Looking for a new way to enjoy an old favorite? I was shocked at the enhanced flavors of this salad, just by adding pickles and a grilled turkey burger to...reactionscomments
Things That Put Me at Risk of Developing Type 2 Diabetes...I have type 2 diabetes which somehow, in the back of my head, I never imagined I would ever get. But, I knew decades ago that I had a high risk...reactionscomments
Frequently Asked Questions About Mental Health...Mental health includes how you think, feel, and act. It can fall on a spectrum and vary for each person. You may have questions about mental health conditions, treatment options...
