My approach to my diabetes and my health has undergone a drastic change. I went to visit a natural doctor for the first time. I guess their big thing is that they like to understand the causes underneath whatever problems you have and then they offer treatment to address the problem at its source. Ever since then I've been so fascinated lately with trying to determine the causes of type 2 diabetes. I didn't feel like I was making much progress with my current doctor and so I thought I would try someone entirely different. I feel so enlightened since the visit now! Prior to that I'd only look at the symptoms without really realizing what I may be doing to contribute to the problem. Now my interest has moved beyond the diabetes as a singular issue. I think it's really important for everyone to try and examine the underlying causes of whatever ailment they have. I think most people just look at the symptoms and don't stop to think about what they're eating, drinking or doing everyday that could be harming them. A lot of people don't think about the level of stress they're under or the fact that they might not like their jobs. They might be going through an emotionally challenging time and not realize how that's affecting their health either. I feel so much more empowered now since making all of these realizations. I'm starting to discover how exciting the field of health can really be!