The Power of Empathy...What if I told you that your life, literally, could depend on the amount of empathy your physician has for you? Would that shock or surprise you? Empathy is often described...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Curbing Picky Eating...As a mother of four, I am amazed at how different each person’s eating habits can be. Likes, dislikes, appetite, and pickiness are all varied for everyone! Although I don’t...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Reasons You Should Embrace Butternut Squash...Okay, I LOVE butternut squash - and not because it’s good for us - which it turns out, it totally is! I love butternut squash because it’s incredibly delicious and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Chicken Taco Lettuce Wraps...Butter lettuce is such a fresh ingredient to lay any of your meals on. Today I am adding an avocado chicken salad to the butter lettuce to make a low-carb...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Protein Shake Question...After fasting check in the morning, I have a simple shake, John's Killer Protein and Silk Almond Milk. Powder shows ZERO carbs & sugars and 22 protein. Milk shows 1...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesDiet & Nutrition
Is It Dehydration or My Diabetes?...Dehydration. We hear the word all the time. Sometimes I wonder if I have been chronically dehydrated for years. I am thirsty all the time. Is that diabetes-related thirst or...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
My Favorite Shrimp Tortillas...When I first started seeing fish or shrimp tacos on menus, all I could think of was 'yuck!' Fast food or restaurant shrimp tacos? No way. As I thought more...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Meal Prep Snacks for Better Type 2 Diabetes Management ...Snacks can be an Achilles heel when it comes to managing what you eat. Hunger strikes and suddenly you hear the siren call of the pastry case or vending machine...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Low-Carb Eggs Benedict...This lower-carb eggs Benedict recipe uses a large tomato as a base for the poached egg, instead of toast which reduces the carbohydrate content of traditional eggs Benedict. Makes 1...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Gain the Right Diabetes Support by Sharing These Insights With Loved Ones...Do you have loved ones who just “don’t get it” when it comes to your diabetes? Do you have loved ones that you would like to ask for support but...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Coping with Negative Progress...So many people, including myself, have gone into a doctor’s appointment knowing my A1c has to be better than last time. I have changed up my diet, increased exercise, and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Protein Love...A recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that 89% of adults with diabetes are overweight. Losing weight can help improve insulin sensitivity and glycemic...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Stuffed Bell Pepper Boats...These stuffed bell pepper boats are self-contained with all the tasty ingredients inside! Ground beef and vegetables come together in this satisfying diabetes-friendly recipe. You can make them all for...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
You’re Not Their Patient - They’re Your Healthcare Team...Advocating for your health can be intimidating, awkward, even challenging at times. It can feel as though you’re questioning your medical provider, or “testing” your relationship or bond. But, remember, the healthcare...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Am I still considered diabetic with an A1c of 5.7?...I was told back in January my A1C was 6.6. I do not take medication but I cut back on carbs and my A1c is 5.7. So am I still...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosis
Advice for checking blood sugar and giving insulin with mobility problems?...I have a family member who had a stroke. She can't grasp with her left hand and is having problems checking her blood sugar and giving herself insulin. There's nobody...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCaregivingInsulinBlood Sugar Management
Diabetes: When Things Are Going Great and Then They Aren't...I'd had a fantastic Endo appointment at the end of January. My Time in Range was great, my A1C was down by almost one and a half points, I’d lost...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Avocado Chicken Salad...You can eat this salad plain, on top of a rice cake, or on a slice of whole-wheat toast. Makes 1 serving Prep time: 5 minutes...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Should I Start Using Insulin To Treat My Type 2 Diabetes?...Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that affects your ability to control blood sugar. When you eat, your body breaks down carbohydrates into sugar or glucose. This glucose then...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Keep on trying!!...I am 77 years old. I have diabetes. I check my blood every morning and some times before and after exercise, etc. I try to exercise. Lately, I have been...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments