If you are having trouble affording metformin, Walmart and Costco sell it inexpensively.

Adopt a “growth mindset.” In her 2007 book, ‘Mindset, The New Psychology of Success’, Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D explains that a “fixed mindset” focuses on failure while a ... read more

Our intestinal bacteria thrive on eating fiber and eating low carb can significantly reduce fiber intake. That can negatively change our bacteria: less proliferation ... read more

I try to eat smaller meals than I used to. I count carbs and try to eat less than 45 grams at any one meal. It helps my blood sugar from going up and down as much as ... read more

Purchase the book "Glucose Revolution." It holds a wealth of information.

I encourage people to be as honest as they can with their healthcare team — that’s the only way you’ll be able to get the information you need.

After a diabetes diagnosis, I think it’s really important to meet with a dietitian, especially one that specializes in pre-diabetes or diabetes. He or she can help t ... read more

Many pharmaceutical companies have patient assistance programs that can help you to afford your medication, except if you are on Medicaid or receive certain other go ... read more

Choose water over sugary drinks. Sugary drinks, since they are very concentrated in carbohydrates, tend to spike blood sugar. Additionally, they typically contain a ... read more

If you are someone with diabetes who is having hypoglycemia - low blood sugar – you should seek help from your healthcare provider to review your medical treatment. ... read more

Stay open to newly available information in all lifestyle areas.

Never ever eat anything that was made with HFCS, high fructose corn syrup. It is used in bread, ketchup, salad dressing and water ice to name a few foods.

Reduce carbs.

Eating balanced meals, taking two cinnamon capsules twice a day, and walking 15 to 30 minutes daily. Do strength training three times a week after up to 30 minutes b ... read more

People with diabetes are more likely to get severe COVID-19 symptoms. This was especially true for those who are older, have high blood sugar levels, and are signifi ... read more

If I feel like my mood is slipping, things that help include getting outside, prayer, doing my crafts and artwork, listening to music, and talking to my kids and gra ... read more

If you’re having problems affording your diabetes medications, have an honest conversation with your physician. Often doctors will prescribe something that is not on ... read more

One possible way to save money on diabetes medications: Many newer medications combine two medications in one pill and can be more expensive than if your doctor simp ... read more

It’s best to eat a low carb diet when you have diabetes. Using almond or other nut flours, cauliflower, coconut flours instead of grain flours is very useful. Ther ... read more