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...reactions5repliesInsulinBlood Sugar ManagementGlucose Meters & Monitors
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?...reactions2repliesGlucose 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? 😳...reactions2repliesTreatmentTips & Advice
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
Screening for potential new treatments...Hi all what's your thoughts of screening babies to see if they are potentially going to be diabetic? I read in a blog that JDRF are already doing research. Is...reactions2repliesInsulinDiagnosisHealthcare Team
Over-the-Counter CGM: A Turning Point in Diabetes Management?...Soon, in the U.S., folks will have access to an FDA-cleared over-the-counter (OTC) continuous glucose monitor (CGM). That means without a doctor's prescription and no worrying about whether health insurance...reactions32comments
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) ...reactions7repliesComplicationsBlood 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...reactions1replyTips & 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...reactions7comments
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...reactions5comments
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...reactionscomments
