Barriers to Checking Blood Sugar...If you have diabetes, checking your blood sugar can be an important and common part of your care. Monitoring your blood sugar...reactions6comments
What aspect of diabetes management do you struggle with most?...No judgments! Managing type 2 diabetes can be a challenge for many reasons. What aspect(s) of diabetes management do you struggle with...reactions54replies
Butternut Squash Muffins...These muffins were inspired by a soup I had in my pantry that I did not want to waste. To make these...reactionscomments
Medicare just made a major change regarding qualifying for a CGM!...Medicare has permanently eliminated the 4 times-a-day testing requirement to qualify for a CGM. This long-time barrier to CGM access will be...reactions2repliesGlucose Meters & MonitorsInsurance & Disability
My Favorite Healthy Eating Accountability Tools...A few months ago I took on a new eating challenge. Though I’d sworn off strict diets many years ago, I felt...reactionscomments
Spicy Steamed Baby Carrots...Are you tired of the same old vegetable side at dinner? Try this simple and delicious recipe for a fun way to...reactionscomments
Time In Range: The "New" A1C...Checking your blood sugar is part of diabetes management. We know when your individual blood sugar readings are in range, they will...reactions2comments
How to Make Better Salads...I understand why some people say they don't like salads, because well, some salads are not good. I've definitely both made and...reactions1comment
Self-Advocacy for Optimal Diabetes Care: The Basics of Advocating for Yourself...Your needs to properly care for your diabetes are an inherent right. To do so, is probably going to require you to...reactionscomments
Grocery Shopping with Diabetes...Hi everyone! Since the beginning of the pandemic, my family switched to online grocery shopping and I've been struggling to do this...reactions1replyDiet & Nutrition
Did you ever come across a food that kills type 2 diabetes?...I, unfortunately, have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. I am having a lot of difficulties adapting my food routine. I have...reactions11replies
We’re Saying the Same Thing But Using Different Words: General Diabetes Care...The healthcare world is full of all kinds of lingo. In fact, you may meet two different medical professionals who refer to the...reactionscomments
High blood sugar reading...how do I quickly reduce high blood sugar reading of 300 mg/dl,thanks....reactions3repliesBlood Sugar Management
What can I drink?...I found out today I have type 2 diabetes my A1C is 6.6 and my Dr put me on Metformin ER my...reactions25replies
Diet and meal plan for diabetes...Hi Can you please suggest a diet and meal plan for a 55 year old woman, five feet two, 143 pounds, with...reactions21repliesTips & AdviceWeight Management
Dealing With Type 2 Diabetes Progression...Dealing with a new type 2 diabetes diagnosis is frustrating, scary, and confusing. Dealing with the progression of diabetes can also evoke...reactionscomments
Egg-Mushroom Muffins...These egg-mushroom muffins are low carb and make a great breakfast meal. To make this meal more complete add 1 slice of...reactionscomments
Exercise Is Not a Punishment...We all think of the holidays as a time to maybe splurge a little on the better things in life. We buy...reactionscomments
Health Resources...Living with a chronic health condition can be challenging, frustrating, and tiring. You might feel like your life is on hold. Frequent...
Managing Healthcare Expenses...Managing a chronic health condition can take a financial toll on you and your family. Costs add up quickly from medicines, testing...