Type II diabetes and diabetic diet strategy ...Up to 95% of patients with diabetes have type II diabetes. The pancreas produces insulin, but the body is unable to fully use it. Type II diabetes usually develops gradually...reactions1replyDiet & Nutrition
Donating Blood With Diabetes...One thing I never thought about was the complications of donating blood with diabetes. At least I did not think about it until I recently donated blood and had an...reactions1comment
Social Connections and Their Power in Diabetes Care...In the midst of a raging pandemic, there’s no time like the present to reflect on the impact of social connections on our health. Whether it’s a diabetes-related connection (like peer...reactions2comments
Coffee Banana Oat Smoothie...Smoothie breakfasts can be a challenge if you need to drink coffee as well. This recipe has coffee in it to jump-start your morning! Makes 1 serving Serving Size: 1...reactionscomments
Is Diabetes Dragging Down Your Headspace and Dulling Your Mood?...Mental health is a huge part of taking care of diabetes. Yes, diabetes is going to throw you for a loop some days, which impacts your mental health… whether that’s...reactionscomments
Oatmeal Chocolate Walnut Cookies...Take the time out of your busy schedule to enjoy this must-try cookie. While these guilt-free indulgences slash the sugar content of traditional recipes, they maintain their ooey-gooey deliciousness in...reactionscomments
Feel like I was tossed in the deep end....It was about a month ago that my doctor diagnosed me with Type 2 Diabetes. He did a quick finger test while I was in the office, which showed my...reactions4repliesNewly Diagnosed
Swapping Out Your Snacks for Diabetes...There may have been quite a few things that changed when you were diagnosed with diabetes. Among them: exercising more, checking blood glucose levels, and making diet changes. Sometimes your...reactionscomments
CGM and intrameal blood glucose management...I've had type 2 diabetes forever, it seems like, and have been using CGM for a while now. As I read a recent article on mistakes made on the DTII...reactions1comment
White Chicken Chili...One-pot dinners are such a great way to cook for a family. When they include vegetables, lean protein, and loads of fiber, it’s a win! This is such an easy...reactionscomments
How long have you been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes?...Living with type 2 diabetes is a life-long journey. There are people here who are newly diagnosed, unsure where to start; people who have been managing their condition for years...reactions32repliesDiagnosis
Top Questions Patients Ask Diabetes Educators...Some of you may have been referred to a diabetes educator at the time of your diabetes diagnosis or may have seen a diabetes educator along your journey with managing...reactionscomments
My fasting blood sugar is always high, in the 200's!!...I know it is called the Dawn Phenomenon! Once I start my day and take my meds, it comes down but for the life of me, not sure what to...reactions8repliesBlood Sugar Management
Vision...Just diagnosed with type 2 diabetes last week and I am currently taking Trulicity and Metformin and my vision gets better one day and worse the next. Any suggestions that...reactions3repliesSymptoms
Pros and Cons of Insulin Pumps for Type 2 Diabetes...If you take insulin for type 2 diabetes, you’re likely using an insulin pen or insulin vials. While these options work well, you may still find yourself looking for other options. The...reactionscomments
Home Upper Body Resistance Training Using Fitness Bands...In this video, learn how to utilize fitness bands or tubes within the comfort of your own home! These easy and simple exercises can build muscle through resistance training. These...reactionscomments
Tips for Starting (and Sticking to) an Exercise Routine...Improving your physical fitness has a host of benefits, regardless of whether you have type 2 diabetes or not. Walking, swimming, biking, dancing, jogging, skiing can help you build a...
How Exercise Impacts Blood Glucose...Exercise helps improve blood glucose control and lower A1C values in people with type 2 diabetes. In fact, studies have found that people who exercise 150 minutes or more a...
Glass Noodle Salad...This salad is perfect to make as a quick lunch, it only takes 5 min to prep and is done in 10 minutes. Check out these lunch meal prep ideas!Makes...reactionscomments
Benefits of Exercise for People with Diabetes...Everyone benefits from regular exercise, whether they have diabetes or not. For people with diabetes, physical fitness may lead to several positive changes, including: When combined with diet changes, exercise...
