“There’s a rich, full life ahead of you. You just have to make some changes to your daily life.”
As a Stelo* user living with type 2 diabetes, Darrell says technology, awareness, and lifestyle changes are key to living a healthy life. In some ways, diabetes has helped Darrell to be in better physical and mental shape than ever, despite being on the waitlist for a kidney transplant.
From the moment he wakes up to the time he goes to sleep, diabetes is part of his routine. He thinks about everything he eats and drinks, focuses on portion control, and reads every label. While the constant awareness might seem overwhelming to some, Darrell sees it as a gift—an opportunity to be more in tune with his body and health than ever before.
As an advocate, Darrell is passionate about raising awareness. “Diabetes is an epidemic in this country right now, especially in the Black community,” he explains. “I want to let people know that with small changes in diet and exercise, you can live a long life.”
His message is powerful: “There’s a rich, full life ahead of you. You can do anything that you were doing before diagnosis. You just have to make some changes to your daily life.”
*Stelo is only available for purchase and use in the continental United States.
