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Melanie Thomassian, RD

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posted 06/02/2009, comments (0)

Recipe of the Week: Healthy Thai-Style Beef Stir Fry

Thankfully being diabetic doesn't mean you have to compromise on taste for the sake of your health. This recipe is a tasty, light and healthy meal you can make in a flash with any range of healthy, crunchy vegetables and meat. The following are my suggestions, but do feel free to add in whatever combination of vegetables/meat etc you... Read more Chevron

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Teressa

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53. Married, 1 daughter who has 3 son, 2 sons at home

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posted 02/05/2009, comments (0)

For your information-sjorngren's syndrome

I have had diabetes type 2 for about 5 years. You are all aware of the symptoms. Just lately, I have had a large swelling in my cheek/jaw. My primary care doctor sent me to a ear/nose/throat doctor. Before I saw him, I had to have a CT Scan of my throat and head. (I have had two brain surgeries 9 years ago because of a benign... Read more Chevron

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Vicki M

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posted 02/17/2008, comments (2)

Ok I finally did it. For Valentine's Day I asked Byetta to live with me, and it said yes...

....well ok, I didn't ask it to live with me, but I finally accepted that since I had been prescribed Byetta, I should at least try it. Mostly thanks to the articles and progress that I have seen in David Mendosa's postings and the responses of so many of you on Healthcentral. My biggest fear was the injectible part of the deal. I can... Read more Chevron

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posted 04/30/2007, comments (0)

I am 74 years old and weigh 314 lbs.

I have been fighting diabetes for twelve years, with out much success, I could blame it on the heart attack, stroke, and cancer, beating all those indicates I am a fighter.Two weeks ago my Doctor said I should arrange for my funeral,thats qiute shocking,I ask to be put on byetta, and like many of you hope for the best. prayers and suggestions... Read more Chevron

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Betty

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posted 03/21/2007, comment (1)

Exercise and blood sugar level

I was diagnosed with type 2 in January 2006, but have family history on both sides and was not overly surprised. Been going to a diabetic doctor since that time and have numbers under control but still have daily concerns. One of my big problems is with exercise. I go to a one hour class twice a week at the gym and try to go at least two... Read more Chevron

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