Ways I De-Stress Pre Doctor's Appointment...Every time I have a doctor's appointment scheduled (diabetes or otherwise), I have to amp myself up mentally for a few weeks before my appointment. Why? Going to the doctor...reactionscomments
Talking With Your Doctor About Your Coronavirus Fears...We’re living in interesting times. The novel coronavirus pandemic has affected us all. Whether we’re living under a stay-at-home order or not, our daily routine and communities have been disrupted...reactionscomments
Low Glycemic Flour Options...Who doesn’t love bread, muffins, biscuits, cookies, and scones? There is something about these high carb goods that are oh-so-satisfying and delicious. As you already know, these types of foods...reactions8comments
Struggling With What Food to Eat...Hi, I was diagnosed in Feb of this year so I'm new to this. Right now I struggle to find things to eat that keep my blood sugars low. Breakfast...reactions9comments
In Response to COVID-19, Lilly Insulin Value Program Allows $35 Co-Pay...The current COVID-19 pandemic has led many to experience financial and employment strain. Some pharmaceutical companies are taking action to make sure prescription drugs are available and more affordable for...reactionscomments
Yogurt Bark...The yogurt bark is an easy 3-ingredient dessert that is tart with added sweetness from the chocolate chips. If you do not prefer a tarter dessert, you can add stevia...reactionscomments
Disagreement With ‘The Plan’...Those of us with diabetes often have specialists involved. Endocrinologists, nephrologists, internists, cardiologists to name a few. For the most part, we trust them and their knowledge. That’s why we...reactions1comment
Whole Wheat Cheddar Muffins...These muffins are savory and slightly sweet. Cheddar cheese, oats, and ground flaxseed are featured ingredients for this recipe. Enjoy this recipe as a light breakfast meal or as an...reactionscomments
Suddenly Working From Home? How to Stay on Track...I don't know if you've heard, but the United States has pretty much shut down and many of us are working from home. And according to Instagram, many of those...reactionscomments
Low Blood Sugar Go-To's so We Don't Over Treat...Low blood sugars suck! Symptoms can seemly come out of nowhere and have us feeling hungry, horrible, shaky, anxious, confused, sweaty, plus a host of other symptoms, which are all...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. And some of the stories behind its discovery...reactionscomments
Fear of Diabetes Complications...If you are someone who is not familiar with type 2 diabetes and the complications that could come from it, this may not cause you much worry until you or...reactions7comments
Tweaking a Recipe...With the internet and social media, new recipes are always available! You may see something that looks delicious and think “there’s no way I could eat that.” On the contrary...reactions2comments
Keto and Vegan-Friendly Cookie Dough...You can make this cookie dough recipe...and eat it straight out of the bowl? Yes, it's true! This recipe does not contain egg or wheat flour, so it is totally...reactions1comment
New here...Hi guys 36 male here - Never had a problem before with Glucose (had my liver and kidney function) bloodwork done and this popped up in red. Glucose - 100...reactions2repliesBlood Sugar Management
Benefits of Meal Prep for Type 2 Diabetes...Eating healthy food is an important cornerstone in managing type 2 diabetes well. And yet, with all the demands on your time and energy, it can be one of the...reactions9comments
Can Coronavirus Restrictions Have a Silver Lining?...There is absolutely nothing good or positive about a world-wide outbreak of a serious disease, just to be clear. And having worked for 23 years in public health I can...reactions1comment
Ditch the Pitfalls of Diabetes Perfection: Examine Your Expectations for Self-Care...Do you have high expectations for yourself? Do you struggle with feelings of perfection? These can be challenging traits to cope with but, add diabetes to the mix, and you’ve...reactions3comments
Future therapies, what would you like to see?...Hi, I am a scientist who studies the effect of diabetes on arterial function. I would be interested to hear the perspective of patients with type 2 diabetes and what...reactions2repliesMedications
Advocating for Fellow People with Type 2 Diabetes...Do you advocate for other fellow diabetics? With diabetes becoming more and more prevalent there are much greater chances you will meet other people with diabetes who are just starting...reactions2comments
