Post Shingles...I’ve stayed in good control with lifestyle & Berberine for years, but since my nasty Shingles bout, my numbers are WAY UP. Tried 2 months of Metformin (1000mg/2per day) ...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesComplicationsBlood Sugar Management
Anxiety medication and antidepressants...Hi everyone, I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes 11 years ago and then anxiety and depression soon after my diabetes diagnosis, now my question is, how many of you...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTips & AdviceDepression
My Diagnosis Journey...It was 5 years ago that I was diagnosed as a type 2 diabetic, due to lack of activity, as I have chronic back issues I have had 2 back...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Lifestyle Adjustments With Diabetes...I feel like we have to all do our own research to figure out what works best for us. Diabetes Type 2 is something that happens due to our lifestyle...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Scrumptious Salmon Quesadilla...This salmon quesadilla is like a tuna melt with an upgrade! Salmon is a huge hit in our family. And with its omega-3 fatty acids and pop of protein, I...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Top Tips for Blood Sugar Management...Being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes can be an overwhelming experience. Controlling your blood sugar levels is the most crucial among the many challenges you have to deal with. It...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Concerns About Partner's Diabetes History and Genetic Risk...Hello everyone, I'm new to this forum, and I'm reaching out for advice and guidance regarding a situation in my life that's causing me a great deal of concern. I've...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesComplicationsDiagnosisFriends & Family
Glipizide ER and IR...Wondering if anyone out there has taken both Glipizide ER and IR in the same day. I'm trying to improve my dawn effect spike; I would like to take the...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesMedications
My 93 yr old dad with fairly new T2D, difficulty following diabetic diet...Dad doesn't cook, though his 88 yr old wife does. She's cooked the same way her entire adult life, and isn't having success switching to a diabetic cooking style for...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesMedicationsBlood Sugar ManagementDiet & Nutrition
Bruise on foot...Good Day people I am new here and thank you for having me. I noticed a bruise.on top of my foot yesterday and I never injured my foot. I never...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesComplicationsBlood Sugar Management
Legumes for Prediabetes ...I understand legumes can be great proteins for prediabetes. Can the be canned?...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesBlood Sugar Management
Marinated Grilled Chicken with Cauliflower Rice...Take a trip around the world without leaving your kitchen and experience a Middle Eastern culinary creation. This recipe is made with unique spices that add a flavorful flair to...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Autoimmune and Type 2 Diabetes...Hello everyone, I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes about 3 years ago. I started metformin and ozempic but they made me really sick so I stopped taking meds and...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCopingDepressionTips & Advice
Do You Talk to Your Friends About Type 2 Diabetes?...There are many reasons to tell your friends or family about your experiences living with type 2 diabetes. And while it's not required that you do, especially if you're a...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Type 2 Diabetes Self-Management Research - CALLING FOR PARTICIPANTS...Hello my name is Oliver. I am a Clinical Psychology Masters student searching for participants for my dissertation. I have contacted admin and been given approval to post this study...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesResearch & Clinical TrialsWeight Management
Diarrhea/vomiting...I’ve been pre-diabetic for quite a while and possibly slipped over the top once or twice but I’ve never had any medication. ive had several bouts of vomiting/diarrhea ,always after...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesPrediabetesSymptoms
Numbers rising?!...It was about a week ago that I was told by my GP that I needed to start taking ozempic, And double my statin dose. I was able to double...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesA1cAwarenessBlood Sugar Management
Lancet Standardisation...Are there FDA (or any other appropriate oversight agencies) regs for Lancet size or delivery device specifications? When I bought my Meter kit, it CAME with a Lancet delivery device...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesAwareness
Ozempic...I was just diagnosed yesterday, as a Type 2 Diabetic, at 67 years old. Can't say I didn't see it coming, for various reasons (retirement; inactivity; over- eating). My GP...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesDiagnosisA1cAwareness
Glucagon Rescue Options for Hypoglycemia...Have you ever told someone, "I don't need to worry about low blood sugars, because my blood sugars are always high?" As a certified diabetes care and education specialist (CDCES)...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
