A Routine of Intermittent Fasting...I've been on a fasting kick lately. I feel much more energized and focused when I skip breakfast or lunch, but it can be hard to get into a routine...reactionscomments
CBD...I take a 20 mg Liquid Cbd Capsule in the evening, and it seems to be as effective as a 5 mg glipizide pill. Thats amazing. Hope it has no...reactions2repliesMedicationsBlood Sugar Management
Prickly pear (nopal) for type 2 diabetes...Recently, I bought some prickly pear cactus tea. I want to try it as a way to lower A1C and blood sugar readings. However, I can't find any guidance as...reactions4repliesBlood Sugar ManagementA1c
My Unintended New Year Resolutions...I'm a truck driver, and my company gave me a brand new truck in honor of attaining over 1 million safe miles. It is equipped with a nice refrigerator and...reactionscomments
Medication...ACT-METFORMIN - 500 MG - This is what I take for my diabetes and the side effect is debilitating, my back is constantly in excruciating pain. Does anyone have a...reactions1replyMedications
CKD and the Kidney Tests Every Person With Diabetes Should Get...Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a serious complication of diabetes. As the kidneys fail, the body's ability to remove waste products and excess liquid from the blood fails too. This...reactionscomments
More questions...Still new to being prediabetic and i am Trying to understand my glucose readings. Male, 60, currently 217 lbs down from 226. Jan 25th 2022 was the day i first...reactions3repliesBlood Sugar Management
Baked Coconut Shrimp and Crispy Kale...Drift away to an island paradise from the comfort of your own home with these baked coconut shrimp. The cauliflower breading helps decrease the carbohydrate content while providing a fibrous...reactions2comments
3 Fears of Taking Diabetes Shots...Insulin and some non-insulin diabetes medications (GLP-1s) are shots you give yourself many times a day, once a day, or every week. In my experience as a Certified Diabetes Care...reactions1comment
6 Tips for Staying on Top of Treatment...Living with a long-term health condition requires us to stay on top of everything: doctor’s appointments, new symptoms, insurance, and, of course, managing treatment – all while taking care of...reactionscomments
My Discovery With Type 2 Diabetes...I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes years ago. It has now been over 25 years of living with it. The symptoms began when I was in my mid-thirties. I experienced...reactionscomments
diabetes...WHY ARE THE MOST RECENT REPLIES ALL THE WAY DOWN AT THE BOTTOM??...reactions2repliesBlood Sugar Management
Easy Grocery Swaps for a Healthier Heart...When trying to make diet and lifestyle changes to better your health and life, it can be just as easy as peeking in your fridge and cupboards and making some...reactions6comments
sweetner...I have been a diabetic for 20 years. I am no longer in denial since I am insulin resistant. I am blessed to have a wife who monitors my Dexcom...reactions5repliesDiet & Nutrition
Milk good for diabetes...Could you tell me which milk is the best for pre-diabetics. I switched to oat milk by recommendation. However, I have since learned that this is not the best. Any...reactions2repliesDiet & Nutrition
Secretly Healthy Chocolate Milkshake...This healthy chocolate milkshake tastes decadent and rich, but without all of the sugar and calories of a regular milkshake. The secret ingredient in this smoothie is zucchini! Frozen zucchini...reactionscomments
10 Easy Ways to Make Active Time Happen...Creating a habit to disrupt sitting and sedentary time can be challenging, especially in the winter months. Regular physical activity can have benefits for blood sugar management. So, while it...reactionscomments
What Are Biosimilar Insulins?...There has been an uptake of biosimilar insulins over the past year. While some patients have requested the switch from the originator product to save money, others have had to...reactionscomments
Diabetic, Heart disease and Diverticulitis...I was just diagnosed this past December 2021 and the thing is that I'm OK with following a new diet regarding my my diabetes but all the recipes I find...reactions3repliesComplicationsCostDiet & Nutrition
Just diagnosed as pre-diabetic...Hi Just received my A1C results of 6.4. The VA says I am pre-diabetic. Male, 60, 160lbs with broken left foot and 18 months in a wheelchair from it. It...reactions3repliesPrediabetes
