Living with diabetes Topics

Have you been told you have diabetes, pre-diabetes, "a touch of sugar," high blood pressure, abnormal lipids, insulin resistance or other health problems related to being overweight? Let's get together, share the challenges, lose that belly fat and get healthier.

Calling All Pumpers... 1 messages

Last message on 05/08/13 by FannyFrancks: Are there any members out there who are on an insulin pump? I am new to this team as well as to pumping and I am looking people to share ideas and encouragement with. My challenge is to find a balance between food, exercise and insulin. What's your...

Introduction 2 messages

Last message on 05/08/13 by FannyFrancks: Hi Everyone. I'm new to this group and I'm hoping to be able to connect with others who share similar challenges related to "living with diabetes". I was diagnosed almost 17 years ago at the age of 29. Since that time, there has been an ongoing...

New to the group 1 messages

Last message on 05/02/13 by Chickieduck: Hi my name is Denise and I was recently diagnosed w/type 2 diabetes. I knew this was coming. My old doc said my fasting glucose was high but A1C was fine. Changed docs a few weeks ago and he has a different take on my latest numbers. So I'm...

Happy 2013 3 messages

Last message on 03/10/13 by Mikeky: I sort of parallel you, was diagnosed Nov. 9, was not prepared for it. Fortunately, medication, change in diet, and exercise seem to be working well. Although I'm still not quite over the frustration (sometimes downright anger) when passing...

Newbie 3 messages

Last message on 03/10/13 by Mikeky: Everyone is different in how they respond, but I know for me I seem to have more weight loss on weeks I can push exercise past 40 minutes compared to 30 minutes a session. Maybe try a few longer workouts?

New to the neighborhood 1 messages

Last message on 03/06/13 by Lu52501: I have been a type 2 diabetic since 2000. Lost my left leg below the knee 2 yrs ago. I also have other major health issues. I am going to lose my right leg as well due to diabetes and PVD. Just looking for some friends and motivation to get...

Surgery & Diabetes 2 messages

Last message on 05/02/12 by SuBe: I know how you feel about the diabetes! I am taking pills, how about you? I don't have as much weight to lose as you do but it is the same struggle. Have a great day and I hope all is going well for you!

Living with diabetes. Have you been told you have diabetes, pre-diabetes, "a touch of sugar," high blood pressure, abnormal lipids, insulin resistance or other health problems related to being overweight? Let's get together, share the challenges, lose that belly fat and get healthier.