Myth #11: It's possible to have "just a touch" or "a little" diabetes.

Nope, you either have type 2 diabetes or you don't -- period. And if you have the disease, you need to pay attention to it. Even if diet and exercise changes keep the disease in check and you don't need oral medications or insulin injections, the condition still demands that you follow a self-management treatment plan that includes glucose monitoring and making careful lifestyle choices.