This is closing my future...Well, I thought I had this licked with a plant-based low glycemic index diet. I've lost 14 kg in 2 months. I've done well with this approach before. However my...reactions15repliesCopingWork & EmploymentDiet & Nutrition
Why Regular Blood Sugar Monitoring Works for Me...It has been quite a while since I was first diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, a little over 30 years ago. During my time with diabetes, I have learned a...reactionscomments
Explaining Type 2 Diabetes to My Little Superhero...Braxton, my 4-year-old son, is a ball of boundless and what seems to be endless energy. He tackles his breakfast like a tiny champion, devours pancakes in seconds, and runs...reactionscomments
Healthy & Hydrated Giveaway (Now Closed)...The healthy & hydrated giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! As the heat of summer is upon us, monitoring water intake and hydration levels is an essential...reactions12comments
Can I run my sugar around 300 and not take medication?...Mostly vegetarian brought my numbers down from five hundred 23 hundred eating correctly period can I run at three hundred without taking medication question mark...reactions1replyBlood Sugar Management
Tips to Improve Your Sleep With T2D...Make sleep cool again! We live in a society where sleep deprivation is often glorified. Lack of sleep usually gets viewed as a badge of honor for hustle, grind, and...reactionscomments
Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD): Connections to Type 2 Diabetes...Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is now considered a metabolic disease. You may have heard of metabolic syndrome when learning about type 2 diabetes (T2D). Metabolic syndrome is a group...reactionscomments
The Hidden Costs of Diabetes...Diabetes is expensive. This is true even if you have "good" healthcare coverage. Either the monthly premiums cost a lot, or the monthly copays are pricey. And since there's no...reactions2comments
How does getting sick affect your blood sugar?...Hi everyone, I'm curious to know whether anyone has noticed an impact of sickness/illness on their blood sugar levels? I finally caught COVID in January and the impact on my...reactions5repliesBlood Sugar ManagementGlucose Meters & MonitorsInsulin
Switched to Metformin Extended Release and my blood sugar is much higher?...I was on regular Metformin twice a day. Just recently in the last 2 months really started getting serious with low carb. Within 2 weeks I got my fasting blood...reactions8repliesBlood Sugar ManagementMedications
Lipitor...I wanted to see if anyone else with type 2 here takes lipitor and how it is for them. I got prescribed them along with metformin and ozempic and it's...reactions3repliesMedications
Decoding Food Labels: Navigating Confusion in Food Choices...I honestly do try to eat better. I'm not saying I'm always very good at it, but I try. Recently, I took note of how confusing making healthier choices can...reactions4comments
Fiber Fact Sheet: 5 Reasons to Fill Up on Fiber...It's time to face the facts: people aren't getting enough fiber. The most recent data shows that the average adult in the United States consumes approximately 15 grams daily, well...reactionscomments
CGM reads consistently too low....It’s a Dexcom. Would calibrating help?...reactions1replyGlucose Meters & Monitors
Why Are Diabetes Medications Out Of Stock?...It seems that a few well-known diabetes medications are not in stock right now in several states. Are you having problems getting your medications? We would like to hear from...reactions16repliesAwarenessMedications
Living With Diabetes With a Supportive Spouse...As soon as I heard the words, "You have type 2 diabetes," a chill ran through my body. Not only did I fear the unknown, but needles and finger pricks...reactionscomments
Tips for Managing Stress and Type 2 Diabetes...If you are living with type 2 diabetes, then managing stress is a critical component of your diabetes management. Even if you feel like everything else in your life is...reactionscomments
Managing Alcohol Intake with Type 2 Diabetes: 5 Key Tips...It could be hard to imagine a good get-together without a drink or two. Alcohol is a common part of many social events, from weddings to birthdays to an afternoon...reactionscomments
Seeing injection sites...Any other large chested women having trouble seeing injection sites? 😳...reactions2repliesTips & AdviceTreatment
Tempeh Coconut Curry Noodles...Recreate your favorite takeout menu selections with this Indian-inspired dish, tempeh coconut curry. Adding some spice to your life makes making flavorful meals that align with your health goals easier...reactions1comment
