Let's Talk Weight
Weight and Diabetes
Let's take control of the conversation
Raise your hand if you’ve ever heard “Should you be eating that?” or “You don’t look like you have diabetes”.
Dude, we get it.
Join us as we take control of the conversation on weight and diabetes. We pledge to focus on science—not stereotypes—to drive the conversation forward. So without further ado, let’s talk weight.
Stigma Undermines Health
Stigma does not motivate people to be healthy—it has the opposite impact.
If managing the physical impact of diabetes wasn't enough, there's also this brain thing to think about.
50% +
More than half of people living with diabetes have experienced stigma.
2-3x
People with diabetes are 2 to 3 times more likely to have depression than people without diabetes.
“You cannot hate yourself to wellness, you have to love yourself there.”
Mary D., community member
Diabetes + Weight Resources
Technology + Equipment
How to Use CGMs and Fitness Trackers for Weight Management
Diabetes Types + Diseases
Lessons Learned From Hiding My Type 1 Diabetes
Advocacy
What is the Health at Every Size Movement?
Physical Wellness
How Walking Helps with Weight—and Other Things—if You Live with Diabetes
Advocacy
People Aren’t “Noncompliant”—They Are Struggling
Physical Wellness
BMI: What You Need to Know
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Have you ever been in a situation where you need something medical but you don`t speak the same language as the healthcare provider? You`re not alone! Here are some common phrases that can get you on the right track.
¿Has estado en una situación donde necesitas atención médica pero el proveedor de salud no habla el mismo idioma? ¡No estás solo! Aquí tienes algunas frases comunes para comunicarte mejor.
Diabesties were made in Austin 🤠
Get involved by signing up to be a Beyond Ambassador in our profile 💛
#diabetescommunity #t1d #type2diabetes
Drinks can be tricky to carb count, so we had to investigate & guesstimate! 👀 Let us know your guess!
There are considerations to keep in mind if drinking with diabetes, view our resources in bio
To all the caregivers of someone with T1D, you are not alone, and we see you 💛
Tag a T1D caregiver or loved one in the comments to share some love and appreciation!
U.S. Open up my next Pod 🎾 Comment a photo of the weirdest place you`ve done a site change
Okay diabesties, our next stop is Austin, Texas 🤠! if you`re in the Austin area and have nothing to do on Sunday, September, 13 from 6:30-8:30 pm... you should come hang out with us!!
We`re having a diabetes meet-up at Central District Brewing and we want to meet all of you! Comment `PARTY` and we`ll DM you the link! 🎉
Nothing says NYC like a bagel, a BG check, and your diabesties
Nothing more beautiful than 70+ people with diabetes in one room 🤩
If you want more info about becoming a Beyond Ambassador, join our kickoff call this Thursday at 6pm ET. RSVP in our profile!
When the T1D group needs a prescription refill
If you or your friends need help affording insulin, see what cost-saving options are available at getinsulin.org
#t1dlookslikeme #diabetesawareness #autoimmuneawareness
Squashed the myth 💪🏼
Curious about GLP-1s and diabetes? Learn how they work + what to ask your healthcare provider in our profile.
we only threw this party 4 u (diabuddies!) where should we go next? 👀
Get involved by becoming an ambassador in our profile 💛
#diabetesawareness #t1dlookslikeme #type2diabetes
This person is the biggest Jeopardy fan living with T1D. Who is Kaylea Bowers?
Read more about Kaylea’s road to Jeopardy and how she represents the T1D community in her everyday life on our website
Perfect isn`t the goal with diabetes. We`re human
Okay bolus buddies, if you`re in the New York City area and have nothing to do on Tuesday, August 25, from 6-8 pm... you should come hang out with us!!
We`re having a diabetes meet-up at Cafe Flor and we want to meet all of you! Comment `PARTY` and we`ll DM you the link! 🎉
The infamous calf site. We`ve all wondered about it, I tried it 🥴 Who`s got opinions??
Reminder: Stories shared are personal experiences, not medical advice. Always talk with your healthcare provider before making changes to your diabetes management 🙂
#t1dlookslikeme #type1diabetes
Not everyone can say they had their best idea during a low blood sugar, but Arianna can! She turned a scary dorm room low into a life-saving app. Plus, she`s one of our Innovation Grantees!
Read more about her story and `Lowcate` on our website.
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