What is Diabetic Ketoacidosis?...When your body does not have enough sugar to use for energy, it begins to break down fat and produces blood acids called ketones. Diabetic ketoacidosis or DKA, occurs when...reactionscomments
Steamed Carrots and Cauliflower...This is one of my favorite ways to incorporate healthy veggies with dinner, and do it fast! Steaming vegetables is one of the best ways to cook them because it...reactionscomments
3 More Healthy Kitchen Essentials to Add to Your List...In these strange times that we're living in thanks to the pandemic, I’m doing my best to support local restaurants via takeout. Waitressing is how I paid for college and...reactionscomments
My Experience With Trulicity...A few months ago, I started on an injectable medication called Trulicity. My doctor gave me the option of a few different medications to add to Metformin. I was able...reactions1comment
Diabetes-Friendly Tips to Fuel Your Fitness Regimen – Part 2...See part 1 of this article to first learn when and if you need to snack based on your blood glucose levels. Now that you know more about the importance...reactionscomments
Garlic Shrimp Salad...Shrimp is so versatile in how you can season it. For this recipe, I have added garlic and parsley to give it some flavor. Makes 4 servings Prep time: 10...reactionscomments
XIGDUO XR...New to the T2 world and frustrated at how information is spread out in the online world so I came to a forum. Far too many online searches result in...reactions2repliesMedications
Type 2 that comes and goes!...Hey guys I'll keep it short! My type 2 comes and goes. From end of August to about November I was bulletproof. Only took metformin and had to stop all...reactions2repliesBlood Sugar Management
Exercise and Blood Glucose...There are three main aspects of diabetes management; medication, diet, and exercise. Depending on the person with diabetes, it could be any mixture of these three things that will help...reactions2comments
How Has Your Diabetes Approach Changed Over the Years?...A diabetes philosophy may sound “too deep” for some. However, I think we all have a way we’ve determined we’re going to approach things in our lives. Call it values, work ethic...reactionscomments
New Study Finds Once-Weekly Insulin May Be Effective for Managing Type 2 Diabetes...A new study has found that a new once-weekly insulin treatment may be as effective as once-daily insulin in people with type 2 diabetes. The American Diabetes Association and the...reactions2comments
Community Member Spotlight: Jai Smith...It is time to get to know some community members! We recently spoke with Jai Smith, an active community member on Type2Diabetes.com and our Facebook page. Jai posts frequently on...reactionscomments
How do I keep my glucose levels low?...I have been type 2 diabetic for probably 15 years. Have always struggled to keep my glucose levels below 200. Been on Metformin xr 2x a day and added glizpride...reactions10repliesInsulinTreatment
No-Bake Cookies...Editorial note: This recipe was submitted by a community member! It's an easy, sweet treat with no baking required. Check out other diabetes-friendly desserts!Makes 24 servings Serving Size: 1 cookie...reactionscomments
Using Online Shopping to Help Manage Your Diabetes...An advantage that has come from a global pandemic is that more businesses are offering more conveniences to their consumers. If you're like me, you have taken full advantage of these...reactionscomments
Caramelized Honey Walnuts...This caramelized honey walnut recipe creates a heavenly taste of smokey sweetness that will satisfy all your senses. While these nuts may taste indulgent, they are packed with endless nutritional...reactionscomments
Tips to Resist Temptations...One of the hardest parts of my day is resisting temptations and bad food choices. I find this especially hard at work when no one is around to hold me...reactionscomments
Include Type 2 Diabetes in Your Year-End Reflections...Year-end is the time when many of us pause to reflect on our life. We look back on what we’ve just been through - what we have and haven’t done...reactionscomments
When to monitor...I have been pretty successful about managing my diabetes but am puzzled by something. The difference between 1 1/2 hours and 2 hours after meal is big. This morning after...reactions6repliesBlood Sugar Management
Christmas is almost here!...how are you feeling with Christmas just being round the corner and this pandemic still affecting lives?...reactions9replies
