Managing Type 2 Diabetes...When you have type 2 diabetes, every day is an opportunity to take care of yourself and manage your blood glucose (sugar)...
Getting Motivated to Take Type 2 Diabetes Seriously...How hard it is to get motivated to take type 2 diabetes seriously? I've been a diagnosed diabetic for 14 years. I...reactions2comments
Genetic Cause of Type 2 Diabetes...Community Stories are written by members of the community who wish to share a piece of their journey with type 2 diabetes...reactions2comments
Following a Lead...Today my A1C was 6.7. When my son and his wife were home for Thanksgiving, they both looked great. My daughter -in-law...reactionscomments
Faith knowing I was going to be OK!!...It's been 12 years since I have heard the words you have Type 2 diabetes. That day and those word changed my...reactions1comment
What is a Continuous Glucose Monitor?...Continuous glucose monitors (CGM) track blood glucose (blood sugar) automatically, day and night. CGMs let you see your blood glucose levels at...
Managing Diabetes During a Pandemic – A Tricky Thing...As a medical professional who worked in public health for nearly 25 years, I can tell you that what we are currently...reactionscomments
The Dreaded Diagnosis...My story begins with having type 2 diabetes. It began 25 years ago. It was so ironic, because I always believed that...reactions3comments
I have difficulty eating!...I struggle to remember to eat, and when I do, I’m too tired to cook. Newly diagnosed in Ecuador. Put on 1/2...reactions7comments
I Need Some Exercise!...Ugh! I’m going stir crazy! I need some exercise! Omg. Did I just say that? I hate exercise...so what’s happening to me?...reactionscomments
Type 2 Diabetes Difficult To Control...December 2006 Diagnosed With Type 2 Diabetes I Was Just Devastated Beyond Words. My First Thought Was My Grandpa Virgil And My...reactions2comments
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...reactions1comment
Meet the Advocates: Shelley's Journey With Diabetes...Our latest 'Meet the Advocates' series includes details about their diabetes diagnosis and management journey. Meet, Shelley! Ten years before my diagnosis...reactionscomments
Meet the Advocates: Megan’s Journey Helping Those With Diabetes...Our latest 'Meet the Advocates' series includes details about their experience helping others along their diabetes journey. Meet, Megan! Take a deep...reactionscomments
A Fascinating Story of Diabetes: Elizabeth Gossett Hughes...We often tend to think of insulin as life-saving for those with T1D, but it is for those with T2D as well. ...reactionscomments
Stopping Stress Eating Before it Starts...Even when you are not feeling a strong emotion, you may resort to eating without the presence of physical hunger cues. This...reactions1comment
Diabetes Genetics and My Children...I worry about my children. I don’t want them to have diabetes. The reality is, they are at risk. I have to...reactionscomments
Diabetes Frustrations...I get frustrated because I can no longer enjoy the Polish food that I love. I also cannot have a beer with...reactions1comment
My Diabetes Complications...My diabetes is bad, not checking my sugar lately. Tired all the time. Very thirsty all the time. Nerve pain in both...reactions2comments
Diabetes Denial...I was diagnosed 20 years ago with type 2. I’ve been on and off with my self-care although I do take my...reactions5comments
