My Type 2
Do you feel like the only one? You're not. There are millions of people on the planet living with type 2 diabetes. Every year more teens join this group. How do I live with it? How can I handle it? Will it change my life?
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Do you feel like the only one? You're not. There are millions of people on the planet living with type 2 diabetes. Every year more teens join this group. How do I live with it? How can I handle it? Will it change my life?
Diabetes has taught Monique to be more independent and has shaped her career goals.
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Kevina's thoughts on the perfect diabetes drug, and what diabetes has taught her.
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Sometimes living with diabetes makes Joe stronger. Other times, it's a burden.
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Sharing stories about her pre-diabetes has made Doreese's life easier.
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A poet and musician, Misty is inspired to write a song called "MyType2."
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Tim offers his tips on living with type 2.
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Minnie's learned to change her eating habits--and what her taste buds crave...
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Get Moving Tip #4: Set Your Goal
Make your body your business. Set personal, realistic goals.
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Tim interviews his mom about having a son with type 2 -- and living with type 1 herself.
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Minnie faces one of her biggest struggles: exercise.
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Eat Smart Tip #4: You Are What You Eat
Nutrition coach Kim gives some solid advice on how to eat smart.
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Kevina talks about the "diabetes police" in her life, and how it hard that can be.
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Take Charge Tip #3: Ask for Help
Diabetes Coach Kirsten suggests ways that friends and family can help
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Living with pre-diabetes is stressful, and Doreese's family doesn't always get that.
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Kevina and Chef Dave go behind-the-scenes in the kitchen.
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Eat Smart Tip #2: Liquid Calories
What's in that bottle of soda?
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Kevina's holidays mix American and Caribbean foods, all delicious and tempting.
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Doreese and her family try to eat home-cooked meals more often than going out for dinner.
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Stress affects how Doreese manages her pre-diabetes.
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Tim's parents might nag, but they do help him manage his diabetes.
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For Joe, managing diabetes is both simple and hard.
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Minnie talks about the good and bad of type 2.
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Telling friends about diabetes was hard to do, but then made Monique's life easier.
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A new video game takes Tim off-track.
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