I had a rather frightening experience recently. I wasn't scared at the time, but when I look back at it - I shiver.

I developed Type 2 diabetes after gaining 80 pounds on psychiatric medications. I have to admit, I do a poor job of maintaining a proper diet. There have been days lately when I had nothing to eat but sugary drinks and foods.

If you're not familiar with diabetes, it isn't just a matter of high blood sugar, it's a matter of high and low blood sugar. Eating makes your blood...