Type 2 Diabetes

Life doesn’t end with type 2 diabetes.

Your best days lie ahead—and that’s why we’re here.

ADA L2 Type 2

Maybe you’ve just been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Or maybe you’ve been living with it for awhile.

Here’s the thing: your journey is unique and it starts fresh every day.

No matter where you are with type 2 diabetes, there are some things you should know. It's the most common form of diabetes. Type 2 means that your body doesn't use insulin properly. And while some people can control their blood glucose (blood sugar) levels with healthy eating and exercise, others may need medication or insulin to manage it. Not sure where to start? Find out about type 2 diabetes. 
 

Every Journey is Unique

There’s no one-size-fits-all treatment for type 2, but we can help you take each step forward. Whatever step you take next, know that you won't take it alone.

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The Right Fuel

A huge part of managing type 2 diabetes is developing a healthy diet. Find helpful tips and diet plans that best suit your lifestyle.

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Get Moving with a Fitness Plan

Fitness is a key part of managing diabetes. And the good news, all you have to do is get moving. You don’t have to become an ultra-marathoner. You can start slowly with a walk around the block or a simple bike ride. The key is to find activities you love and do them as often as you can.
 

Here's How You Can Get Started

  • Work with your doctor to determine what level of physical activity you should engage in
  • Figure out how much time per day you can devote to exercise
  • Set fitness goals—having clear goals can help you stay motivated
  • Consider where you’ll start working out—the gym, in your neighborhood, in a park?
  • Build different activities into your daily routine
  • Start slowly and allow for recovery time
  • Keep track of what you do and stay focused on your goals
  • Listen to your body
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Ask the Experts

Our virtual events help people living with diabetes tackle commonly faced issues by providing a community where you can put your questions to our diabetes experts on a variety of topics.

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Diabetes and Heart

Let’s talk about diabetes, heart disease, and stroke.

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