Lunch: Meal Prep for Better Type 2 Diabetes Management ...Consistently eating a healthy lunch can be difficult. You’re in the middle of your busy day and your stomach starts to grumble. What’s to eat? Fat-laden carryout? Carb-filled snacks from...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Breakfast Cookies...Are you constantly on-the-go? Do you not have time to make breakfast? Did you accidentally sleep in? These breakfast cookies are great to make beforehand, and heat and eat later...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Intermittent Fasting and Health...In this article, I would like to share my findings on a dietary approach known as intermittent fasting, which has received much attention in the last several years for its...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
In America: What’s That?...Learning you have type 2 diabetes can be a shock, and many may quickly jump online to research the ins and outs of this diagnosis. It can sometimes be difficult...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Stay-At-Home Soup...This is a recipe for my semi-homemade squash soup. Peanut butter thickens this soup, making it hearty and rich. Enjoy this soup with a side salad or a cup of...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Connection Between Type 2 Diabetes and Restless Legs...Have jumpy legs at night? Do they make it hard for you to fall asleep? You might have a condition common to people with type 2 diabetes (T2D): restless legs...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Problem-Solving is a Key to Diabetes Management...The light bulb burned out in the lamp in your living room, so you replace the light with a new lightbulb. Problem solved. Your car’s warning light indicates you are...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Less Common Complications of Type 2 Diabetes...Diabetes is a complicated disease that affects many areas of a person’s life. In addition to managing their disease daily, many people living with diabetes must also deal with other...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
3 Processed Foods Where Sodium Sneaks Up On Us...Many of us living with diabetes (and without) need to be mindful of our salt intake. Too much salt contributes to high blood pressure and puts additional strain on our...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Challenging Stigmas in T2D Part 2: The Weight Stigma...If you live in a larger body, it’s likely you’ve experienced some weight stigma. Add type 2 diabetes into the mix, and you’re even more likely to see this happen. In...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Coconut Whipped Cream...This whipped cream tastes decadent, but at the same time provides a source of healthy fat. The best part is that this recipe is SO quick and easy to make...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Healthier Snacking Ideas...During my journey with type 2 diabetes, I have picked up some healthier snacking tips and tricks. First, let me say this - you can have many things in moderation...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Taco Lettuce Wraps...These tacos are both low carb and gluten-free! I love substituting taco shells for butter lettuce as it gives an extra crunch and reduces the carbs in the meal. Feel...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
15 Things That Can Spike Your Blood Sugar...As we all know, type 2 diabetes is hard to live with. An understatement, right? Right. But one of the things that puzzles me is, what causes the spikes in...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Stress Because of Cravings...i have been addicted to desserts but since i have been diagnosed with diabetes i couldnt eat much :/ this lockdown is making me more depressed what should id o...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesMental Health
Anyone tried the new POGO Automatic meter yet?...My doctor mentioned a new meter that does not require test strips or lancets, it's all in one. It is made by a company called Intuity Medical, Inc. Has anyone...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesBlood Sugar Management
Why I Will Refuse Insulin...At this point in time, I am not required to be on insulin. After a little research and lab work, I have decided that insulin is one medication that I...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Finding the Motivation...So often people talk about making lifestyle changes. They may change a few habits for a week and then decide it’s not worth it. Whether you are thinking of losing...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Buffalo Cauliflower...I know there are a lot of low-carb cauliflower recipes out there, but this recipe is one of my favorites! This buffalo cauliflower feels like a guilty pleasure but is...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Why You NEED to Know Your Diabetes Lab Results...Rarely can a medical provider look at you and make a determination on how well your body is working (unless, of course, you have a visible broken bone or rash). That...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
