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Florence, CO
September 27
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Members shared a wide variety of drink options beyond water for managing Type 2 diabetes, including green tea, herbal teas, black coffee, V8,... Read more

Members shared a wide variety of drink options beyond water for managing Type 2 diabetes, including green tea, herbal teas, black coffee, V8, and fruit-infused waters like Hint and Propel. Several members mentioned low-calorie options like Minute Maid 5-calorie lemonade, lemon water with sugar substitute, and occasional diet sodas, with the general consensus being that moderation is key. A recurring theme was staying hydrated while managing medications like Jardiance, with members exchanging tips on electrolytes and adjusting daily routines to keep blood sugar in check.

A DiabetesTeam Member

They have a water at my local grocery store called propel. It is already flavored just a little. I don't drink tea.
I cut the carbonated stuff out. Caused me to many kidney stones.
I drink black coffee, which doesn't affect my numbers.
I drink lots of water.
Occasionally low fat milk with a snack.
Minute Maid has a lemonade with only 5 calories. I drink that also

September 27 (edited)
A DiabetesTeam Member

Beside water l randomly drink Diet Soda but now some people are complaining that it's not good. For me when l do drink it especially at parties it works well for me . My favourites are DietLemonade/Sprite.
So the saying one man's meat is another man's poison

September 28
A DiabetesTeam Member

@A DiabetesTeam Member
I'm at that stage in life when I'm near a restroom I say well I might as well use it while I'm here.

September 28 (edited)
A DiabetesTeam Member

I don't hold that much water either. Since a toilet, any toilet is my best friend. Since being on Jardiance. Whenever I am near a loo while traveling... I visit to empty.

So I don't carry much water for long.

I did have some leg cramping overnight. So a double dose of my homemade electrolyte mix 1-2 x today.

I'm always adjusting my treatment plan multiple times daily. Depending on what comes up.

Off to breakfast.

September 28
A DiabetesTeam Member

I drink hint which is a fruit infused water. Lots of flavors no sugar no carbs no sweeteners. My favorite is the apple and cherry. I do drink coffee with heavy cream and sometimes a sugar free syrup. I will drink tea as well. Usually an herbal blend.

September 27

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