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Does Carbolite sweetened frozen yogurt elevate your BG?
Started this discussion. Last reply by 2tall63 Apr 7. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Had a very light lunch,so figured it would be alright to eat some Carbolite sugar free yogurt. Well,two hrs later I had a spike and a half. Do any of you folks have that reaction? It's obviously…Continue
Lantus not working?
Started this discussion. Last reply by 2tall63 Apr 4. 12 Replies 0 Likes
Well,after a good start Lantus doesn't seem to helping or am I being impatient? I'm currently on 12 units going to 14 tonight. Woke up to a 178 and haven't dropped below that all day. I'm taking 2500…Continue
Discontinuing Byetta
Started this discussion. Last reply by 2tall63 Mar 17. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Apparently after nine months,my body's not working well with Byetta. Hunger is back,#'s need work. I believe the Byetta slows down the absorption of the oral meds. I'm actually better since quitting.…Continue
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"I going to return to unsweetened almond milk and that should cushion the cereal carbs somewhat. Anybody tried Nectresse? Derived from the monk fruit,whatever that is?"
christy replied to 2tall63's discussion 'Does Carbolite sweetened frozen yogurt elevate your BG?'"I agree sugar alcohols is another one of those things, that we all seem to have different responses too. Reading the food labels and really watching the serving sizes is a must."
christy replied to 2tall63's discussion 'Does Carbolite sweetened frozen yogurt elevate your BG?'"I love the unsweetened almond milk. I'm a big cereal eater and can do some cereals ok, but the unsweetened almond milk really cuts down on unnecessary carbs. I used to do egg beaters in the microwave with a little butter and just a tablespoon…"
"Yeah,I use Dannon Greek and it's working well. I wish I liked cottage cheese as that's a lowfat protein source. Went to Costco yesterday and got their brand of Egg Beaters for a no cholesterol breakfast but it sucks. I'll return it…"
"Yeah,I think what I'm experiencing is my body not being as lenient as before. Good morning #'s. Yesterday 92,today 128 probably reflecting the spike yesterday afternoon. Using 16 units of Lantus now. I'll leave that be for a few days…"
Brian (bsc) replied to 2tall63's discussion 'Does Carbolite sweetened frozen yogurt elevate your BG?'"I think many of us have discovered that sugar free does not mean carb free. And ice cream or yogurt that is made from milk (as opposed to cream) starts off with like 12g of carbs per cup just from the milk. Adding sugar just makes it worse. And the…"
christy replied to 2tall63's discussion 'Does Carbolite sweetened frozen yogurt elevate your BG?'"I haven't tried that one. I do really good with Youplait light. 16 grams of carbs. It's pretty good too."
Does Carbolite sweetened frozen yogurt elevate your BG?
Had a very light lunch,so figured it would be alright to eat some Carbolite sugar free yogurt. Well,two hrs later I had a spike and a half. Do any of you folks have that reaction? It's obviously something I'll have to go easy on.See More
"Yeah,we'll see if I can knuckle down and behave. My father,uncle and grandmother had diabetes on both sides of the family. My sister is seriously overweight but thankfully hasn't got it...yet."
Brian (bsc) replied to 2tall63's discussion 'Lantus not working?'"Lantus can really help with highs that you have upon waking. These are called Dawn Phenomenon, although I call it Darn Phenomenon. Lantus really won't help with post meal peaks, for that a low carb diet and a mealtime insulin are the best…"
"Returned from a bike ride and am reading 138. I eat Kashi Original sometimes also. Lots of fiber and protein to slow down the absorption of carbs. It does contain sugar though. Haven't had a glass of juice in yrs. One thing I need to mention is…"
Brian (bsc) replied to 2tall63's discussion 'Lantus not working?'"I have to tell you, I eat a lot less carbs. By my count, your breakfast was about 70% calories from carbs. I couldn't hope to eat that and maintain good blood sugar control. I'll typically have a cheese omelet and perhaps a side of…"
"Thanks. I was 133 this morning with light pm eating with 14 units. Just finished off a cup of Cheerios w/three banana slices and a dab of 1% milk. I'll check in 2 hrs. Lunch should be under 180 after 2 hrs according to my guidelines.
Wht…"
Brian (bsc) replied to 2tall63's discussion 'Lantus not working?'"I would agree with others, your Lantus is likely not even close to what you need. As a T2, I struggle with my fasting blood sugars and use about 50 units of basal a day. I found the books "Using Insulin" by Walsh and "Think Like a…"
"I'm actually working closely with my group's diabetes educator as well as him. It's just going to take time. I'm famous for expecting instant results. just going to have to avoid starch carbs and keep my exercise up."
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Lantus is working.
Posted on March 31, 2013 at 12:17pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
After dealing with Type II for 13 yrs using pills,Byetta and other means to trick the body,for the last two days I've begun using Lantus. Giving the body what it needs seems to be the way to go at this pt.Stellar results so far. Morning reading was 113 which I haven't seen in yrs. I did get down to 69 at 2:00AM but remedied that with some glucose tablets.
Tonight before bedtime,I'll chug a Glucerna shake that should get me through the night. Glypizide XL is gone now and all I'm taking…
Byetta is working for me!
Posted on August 11, 2012 at 7:48am 0 Comments 2 Likes
After experiencing dawn phenomenon readings averaging 160 forever,I finally talked my doctor into letting me try Byetta. I started July 27th and after experiencing mild headaches and jitteriness for the 1st two weeks,everything has settled in.Zero lows and morning readings of maybe 110 now. Readings after healthy,moderate carb meals are 160 or so,two hrs after which they drop quickly. I've discontinued Januvia,and take 10 mg.Glipizide XL in the morning along with 2500 mg.of Metformin spread…
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- At 4:07am on January 15, 2013,
Linda G said… 
HAPPY BIRTHDAY 2tall63...
Best Wishes NOW....and for the rest of the year!
Have a GREAT "ME" DAY :)
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Hey, why don't you come join us in the TuD chat room?
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- At 2:21am on January 15, 2013,
brokenpole said… Happy Birthday!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day.
- At 12:43am on January 15, 2013,
SEAGATOR said… Happy,Happy Birthday,2tall63. I wish for you a most wonderful day. ENJOY!!!
- At 9:33am on August 1, 2012, Linda G said…
Wow 2tall....what a journey!! Very frustrating to say the least.
What do you think/want the next step should be/to be??
Time to chat with your endo.
Best wishes,
linda
- At 2:16am on August 1, 2012, brokenpole said…
Welcome to the family!! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of all you will learn that you are not alone. Everyone here is supportive and will provide answers to your questions. Search the site for answers. Read the discussions and blogs for information. There are videos to help you understand diabetes and its treatment. Most of all there is family to talk to and even to vent to, if needed. Welcome home.
- At 1:41pm on July 31, 2012, SEAGATOR said…
Welcome to our wonderful family. We are a very caring and supportive group. Questions? Please feel free to ask us. Please read the BLOGS, the FORUMS, and check out the many GROUPS for much valuable advice and information. WELCOME!!!
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Doris D said… WELCOME TO OUR LOVING, CARING, AND UNDERSTANDING FAMILY MY FRIEND!!! Great to have you here with us!!!!Please feel free to check out our Forum, Blogs and Groups here!!! If u have any questions please feel free to ask any of us or put it on our forum. To answer any of us back just hit the "comment back "bar under our comments and you will go to our page where you can leave a comment to us and also read abit about us.
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- At 9:01am on July 31, 2012, Linda G said…
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home 2tall63....
This is a great place to share, to learn, and to grow...all the while meeting new people world wide, and making friends.
Take a peek at some the groups when you get a chance. Just go to the top of your page, and click on "Groups".
Once in, you can either peruse the wide array of available groups....or simply type a specific interest in the space provided.
Take in some of the blogs/discussions as well.
The resource boxes at the top of the home "Home" page, and
"About us" at the very bottom of your page and every page (the footer), offer you more information still.
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Hope you find the support and information you came looking for.
Here is a useful link to get you on your way:
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
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AND....groups for folks with more than diabetes to contend with,
such as..."Diabetes Plus".
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Take care....and keep in touch!
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