None of the blood sugar monitoring devices are calibrated???...How does one trust a blood sugar reading on a device that is not calibrated? How does one know the number reported is close to being correct without using a...reactions4repliesBlood Sugar Management
Give Your Carbs a Healthy Makeover - Part I...This year, use your winter hibernation for a healthy carbohydrate makeover! Carbohydrates are not only the foundation for a nutritious diet but are also the body’s primary energy source for...reactions2comments
Who is Dr. Fung?...Celebrities exist in every industry, niche, and community; the diabetes community is no exception. One name stands out among the rest, even more than Sir Fredrick Banting (the inventor of...reactionscomments
What Are All of Those Little Things?...As nutrition trends come and go, you may notice new products showing up in your favorite grocery store’s aisles. Lately, there has been increased interest in all of the small...reactionscomments
Roasted Fajita Vegetables...Mexican flavors are a favorite at our house. These roasted vegetables are a great side for tacos, fajitas, over salad, or even on their own. Roasting the vegetables gives a...reactionscomments
Can Type 2 Diabetes Be Causing My Itch?...Do you find yourself constantly scratching? Maybe you have an itch that comes and goes. Or your skin has developed a rash or bumps. What could be causing your skin...reactionscomments
Broccoli Salad...This broccoli salad is perfect to add to your favorite main dish. Have frozen broccoli sitting in the freezer and need ideas for what to do with it? Check out...reactionscomments
Sweet Peanut Butter Treat...With just 8 grams of carbs per serving, this recipe makes a great dessert. Peanut butter is the featured ingredient that can easily be swapped out for other kinds of...reactionscomments
Plant-Based Breakfast Ideas...Many breakfast recipes contain ingredients like eggs, dairy, and meat. Dishes like egg scrambles and sides of bacon are well-loved in America, but my breakfasts never actually contain these ingredients!...reactionscomments
Any chemists on here? Long post about med intolerance...I have been diagnosed with type 2 for a few years now and I would like to share my long story and ask advice. I started with Metformin ER twice...reactions3repliesComplications
Changing the way medicine approaches diabetes and metabolic syndrome...Hi, I'm a Physician Assistant practicing medicine in general practice. I'm often frustrated by the focus on the pharmaceutical side of medicine. In medical training the concept of diet and...reactions8repliesDiet & Nutrition
How Cheat Days Hurt You...There is no doubt, one of the hardest parts of being diabetic is sticking to the proper diet, or even finding a diet that works for our bodies. Once we...reactions3comments
The Un-Glamourous Value of Peeing in a Cup...Most people realize they have to contribute a little urine during their annual physical — if you haven’t been asked to do this, then read on. This is definitely something you...reactionscomments
What is the Link Between Pancreatic Cancer and Diabetes?...Pancreatic cancer is certainly not shy to the media, having affected some very well-known individuals and celebrities. Alex Trebek and Steve Jobs are two celebrities that come to mind when...reactionscomments
Diagnosed today......Hi everyone, hope you’re all well. I’ve been having blood tests for the past couple of months to monitor my blood sugars, and my GP has told me today that...reactions1replyNewly Diagnosed
Open Face Loaded Toast...Any version of this recipe is a favorite in this household. Loaded with flavors as well as healthy nutrients, this is a great option for lunch or even breakfast! Looking...reactionscomments
I cannot afford to fix separate meals for my large family, any suggestions?...I have had T2D for over 11 years I rarely crave sweets I prefer salty foods although I have been told white bread or even any bread maybe my problem...reactions2repliesDiet & Nutrition
how to gain weight as a diabetic...hi, please help. i need to gain weight. thanks...reactions4repliesWeight Management
Product Review: The Sugar Smart Box...Recently a friend told me of this service that offers a monthly membership that delivers samples of diabetes-friendly snacks to your home. She bought it for her diabetic father, who...reactions2comments
