The Sweet Diabetic

Diabetic Friendly Baked Stuffed Zucchini

Zucchini can be made into many wonderful dishes.  Here I've found a tasty recipe for baked stuffed zucchini that is diabetic friendly.

My Frustation Is Overflowing Today ...

I'm feeling overwhelmed today. I'm welling with anxiety. I haven't had that feeling in months, but my goodness, is it upon me today.

Why is Glucose Higher in the Morning? - MyFreeStyle.com

Why is Glucose is Higher in the Morning? - MyFreeStyle.com.

I have this problem and this article (click on above link)  is great for explaining why it occurs.  I never realized why it was so important to test right before bed and now I know.

Nighttime Hypoglycemia :: Diabetes Self-Management

Could this be the cause your nightmares and mine? 

Diabetes, Heat, Humidity, And Your Blood Sugar

If you are like me, heat and humidity can affect your blood sugar.  I find the higher the humidity, the more sluggish I feel.  My blood sugar goes up no matter what I eat.  Am I just a delicate flower?  No, there is a reason why we diabetics don’t feel well more so than others in high heat and humidity.

My Life Is Sweet ...

According to Louise Hay, renowned author and publisher, "My Life Is Sweet" is the affirmation for diabetes.  I say it myself several times a day.  It's one of those affirmations that doesn't quite feel right, but as Louise says, that's why we say them.

My a1c ... My Thyroid ... And My Weight ...

 

Recently I went to the doctor to see if I've been a good diabetic.  I have improved a bit, which is good, but I'm not at fantastic just yet.  All of my blood work was good except for one interesting thing.

I have diminished thyroid function. 

Diabetes - Inflammation – Not Obesity – Leads to Diabetes

I am the type of person that likes to find root causes.  I have the attitude that if you chop off the head of the snake, you've ended your problem with the snake.  Diabetes is the same for me.  I really would like to discover the root cause. Treating symptoms feels like I'm on a never ending merry-go-round that not so merry.

Do you think that obesity  is the root cause?  Hmm.  I don't really buy that.  There are lots of thin Type 2 diabetics.  I think it is a contributing factor but perhaps not the root cause.

Here I would like to share with you an article that talks about how inflammation may be a part of the root of cause of diabetes.    I hope you'll read it and then share it with your doctor.  I know that is what I'm going to do.

The Serial Killer In My Nightmares Might Be Familiar To You ...

I’ve had a light bulb moment about my nightmares in relationship to diabetes.  It seems I have this recurring theme of being chased by a serial killer.

Menstruation, Menopause & Diabetes - iVillage Your Total Health

Ask any woman: It can be difficult to weather "that time of the month" and "the change." But managing these episodes when you have diabetes adds a whole set of complications. Here's what you need to know to make these two experiences smooth sailing.