"I found that sugar alcohols roughly follow the Glycemic Index (GI). David Mendosa has a really good table on the GI for various sugar alcohols. Like others, I have found Erythritol to be the best, having a strong sweetness and a GI of 0, so I can…"
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How to count Sugar Alcohols?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Brian (bsc) Aug 5, 2012. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Okay, I really want to have something good tasty. I love iced coffee, but even sugar free kind at a chain restaurant/coffee places, raise my sugar.I found Big Train - Blended Carmel Latte at my low…Continue
Type 1 and metformin
Started this discussion. Last reply by HPNpilot Jul 31, 2012. 11 Replies 0 Likes
Hi. I am new to this forum, trying to get used to the format.I am type 1 diagnosed at 18. Been diabetic for 19 years. I've never really had good control except for when I was pregnant, since then (8…Continue
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Gerri replied to Andreag's discussion 'How to count Sugar Alcohols?'"People react differently to sugar alcohol. Some can actually metabolize sugar alcohols & it can effect them just like sugar. Erythritol is the best sugar alcohol. I've never had a problem with it, unlike the others. You can subtract the…"
Andreag posted a discussionHow to count Sugar Alcohols?
Okay, I really want to have something good tasty. I love iced coffee, but even sugar free kind at a chain restaurant/coffee places, raise my sugar.I found Big Train - Blended Carmel Latte at my low carb store. It has 20g carbs, 7g fiber, 9g sugar alcohol (erythritol). Their label claims 4g of net carbs. I would probably count 13g net carbs. Do you also subtract sugar alcohol? I've never done that!BUT, I did try their Vanilla latte, and I counted what their label said, 2g carbs. and I bolused…See More
HPNpilot replied to Andreag's discussion 'Type 1 and metformin'"It might be helpful to see an endocrinologist that specializes in treating diabetes...at least they would be familiar with what the insurance companies need and put the package together right."
Andreag replied to Dkinsey's discussion 'A1C Numbers'"My last one in June was 7.6.. That's a huge yay for me!!! LOL! That is down from 9.5 in March. I see numbers like 5 - 6 and I just can't even imagine getting my numbers anywhere in that range.
I think I feel really good about getting it to…"
Andreag replied to Andreag's discussion 'Type 1 and metformin'"Thanks for the replies everyone. I appealed my denial and finally got the report back from the medical director. Basically said, I have not proven to be Type 1. They don't have c-peptide blood results. Also, I didn't submit my log books.…"
HPNpilot replied to Andreag's discussion 'Type 1 and metformin'"One more thing...insulin needs are related to weight, so if your weight goes up, your insulin needs will go up. The average of type 1's is about 0.7-0.8 units/day per kilogram of weight (about .32 units/ lb).
So a 100lb person might use about…"
HPNpilot replied to Andreag's discussion 'Type 1 and metformin'"You can certainly have insulin resistance *and* type 1.
And many doctors are prescribing metformin for type 1s in addition to insulin. There are several scientific papers which have looked at the use of metformin in
type 1 diabetics.
For example:…"
Holger Schmeken replied to Andreag's discussion 'Type 1 and metformin'"At my last annual info meeting for T1 diabetics my endo expicitly mentioned the combination of T1 treatment with metformin. It makes sense and it can help to reduce your basal dosage. The drug has a good safety record and is used for a very long…"
Gerri replied to Andreag's discussion 'Type 1 and metformin'"Possible that you may have developed resistance to Lantus & worth discussing with your endo if changing to Levemir may help. Lantus has also been associated with weight gain.
Marps is a T1 member who used Metformin. Don't know if she still…"
Super_sally replied to Andreag's discussion 'Type 1 and metformin'"Hi,
also get your thyroid checked. Hypothyroid can make diabetes control more difficult and can also make weight loss so much harder."
Brian (bsc) replied to Andreag's discussion 'Type 1 and metformin'"Of course you can get insulin resistant as a T1. And if you are eating < 50 g of carbs /day and require more than 100 units of insulin/day, you may well be insulin resistant. It is quite appropriate to consider metformin and at $4/month and being…"
Andreag replied to Andreag's discussion 'Type 1 and metformin'"Oh and in March my A1C was 9.5 last week was down to 7.6. :D And even with that much Lantus, my fasting #'s in the AM are HIGH. 140-170. During the day, still at about 120-130. :("
Andreag posted a discussionType 1 and metformin
Hi. I am new to this forum, trying to get used to the format.I am type 1 diagnosed at 18. Been diabetic for 19 years. I've never really had good control except for when I was pregnant, since then (8 years) ago, my insulin needs have slowly crept up and I've gained a good amount of weight.I've never been to an endo, long story, but started with no insurance, to county insurance, to finally group insurance went to gp, and none ever suggested an endo. I am now trying to get on a pump and I've been…See More
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- At 7:16am on July 23, 2012,
Linda G said… 
Hello! How Do You Do, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you Andrea....
Best Wishes NOW....and for the rest of the year!
Have a GREAT "ME" DAY :)
- At 5:05am on July 23, 2012,
SEAGATOR said… Happy,Happy Birthday,Andreag. I wish for you a most wonderful day. ENJOY!!!
- At 3:26pm on June 29, 2012,
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 11:48am on June 28, 2012,
catlover said… HI Andreag- Welcome to TuD. We are glad you joined the community.
- At 8:48pm on June 27, 2012, Linda G said…
We're so happy that you're finally here! Welcome home Andrea!
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.
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"About us" at the very bottom of your page and every page (the footer), offer you more information still.
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- At 4:41am on June 27, 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!!!
- At 1:25am on June 27, 2012,
brokenpole said… - Welcome to the family!! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of what you will learn is 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 vent to, if needed.
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