"I was in Cancun for vacations, I desconected my dexcom because it doen't go with my bikini and I keep my glucose in control."
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What is more effective to raise up your glucose when you have it LOW? And How much?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Maggi Feb 11. 17 Replies 0 Likes
I normally have at lease 1 or 2 glucose low per day. If I am at home during the day, I drink 8 oz of normal cramberry juice. During the night at 4 am when are mostly my lows, I reduce my basal 80%…Continue
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"Hi Samantha that's the name of my little niece!I think the best way is to keep you glucose in a range for example 80-150. Diabetes is diferente for any one, some people take more insuline daily than others and carbs act different too in aeach…"
shoshana27 left a comment for Bella"to all of you: when i'm very low i use glucose or when home juice or sweetened yogurt which i love. away from home of course i carry glucose tabs,juice,dry cereal,anything that is convenient to carry in portions.i just tested(3 pm ) 71 which is…"
"I use juice boxes of OJ. I have a hard time w/ the tablets as they take forever to raise me.Someone on here talked about Skittles candy and i try to have those at work or in the car in the winter. Testing your basal sounds like a good idea.At home…"
jbowler replied to Bella's discussion 'What is more effective to raise up your glucose when you have it LOW? And How much?'"I try to have something with fat in it. I've used fruit juice in the past to combat lows, but for me it seems much better to have something longer acting in there too, fat is easiest. So recently I've been eating biscuits that have carbs…"
"Thank you Leo2, I will try to do that."
"Actually I have more lows than 2. I am normally good with 30 to 50 carbs, like a bar and a Kool-Aid pouch."
"I woke up at 4 am because mu pump run out of insuline, and it was 119, then the alarm sound at 4:30am and it was 86 and I reduced my basal 80% and about 5am was 53, so I have to get up to drink somthing. Last night I could't sleep trying to…"
"For me, glucose tablets don't work fast enough. The tablets eventually work but I find that liquids work faster for me. Of course, it depends too on how low I am. I prefer jelly beans if I'm just trying to bump up a little bit. For me,…"
LaGuitariste replied to Bella's discussion 'What is more effective to raise up your glucose when you have it LOW? And How much?'"If I'm just low-ish and dropping (e.g. 70 and starting to feel shaky) I will eat fruit or drink 1% milk and then follow-up with a handful of almonds.
If I'm low-low (e.g. 30's to 50's) I eat glucose tabs or gel and then fight the…"
Jane K replied to Bella's discussion 'What is more effective to raise up your glucose when you have it LOW? And How much?'"I find that orange juice is very effective in raising my blood glucose when it's low. I drink 4 ounces of orange juice (no pulp, because I don't like pulp). In the middle of the night I follow the OJ with a handful of nuts to keep my BG up…"
"I use Dex4 ...besides sensitive to insulin also sensitive to treatment ...before supper tonight I tested at 3.7 ( x 18 ) took 3/4 Dex pill , next test before supper 4.5 ( x 18 )...followed by supper .Zoe hits it right on ?? ... basal settings need…"
"What was it when you woke up?"
Zoe replied to Bella's discussion 'What is more effective to raise up your glucose when you have it LOW? And How much?'"I'm not sure what you mean about glucose tablets that you "don't see they work". You need to determine the right amount of carbs for you to raise the blood sugar without going high. Glucose tabs are the most rapid means of doing…"
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- June 20, 1984
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- I am from Venezuela and since I am living in Michigan, my husband put me in control and I got a pump. My A1C was 9% but since I have the pump I keep it under 7%. I love my pump, it give me freedom. Now I am using the Dexcom sensor since last year. It helps but I have been disappointed with it many times.
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My Pros and Cons about DEXCOM 7
Posted on February 2, 2012 at 7:05pm 6 Comments 0 Likes
Finally, I found a place where to express my opinion about the Dexcom 7. I call it little monster. Yes, it is a monster but monster can be good and not too good.
I got my Dexcom last year, about one year ago now and I still don't like it too much and I tell you why?
My Cons about DExcom
- The receiver is too big, bigger than my pump and cellphone.
- The receiver is very uncomfortable to carry on, it should be something like a watch in many colors.
- It drives me crazy!…
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- At 12:21pm on March 13, 2012, shoshana27 said…
to all of you: when i'm very low i use glucose or when home juice or sweetened yogurt which i love. away from home of course i carry glucose tabs,juice,dry cereal,anything that is convenient to carry in portions.i just tested(3 pm ) 71 which is low for me after meal.i felt it. had yogurt 20 carb.pump said to take 9u., i took 4u.of course will test later again & if needed readjust.
- At 8:26pm on February 8, 2012,
Gerri said… Kisses to Mijo. He has a very kissable & pinchable face.
- At 7:25pm on February 6, 2012,
Jim said… Hi Bella, I hope you are having a good Birthday! I guess I use my dexcom more for trending than for the exact number. I know if I'm trending up with a double arrow that I need to what thing really close to be sure I don't go too high, likewise if I am trending down I know I need to watch things.I would agree with you that especially when BS is spiking up and down the actual number does become inaccurate. But if I limit the amount of spikes, it is fairly accurate. Happy B Day!!
- At 4:39am on February 6, 2012,
SEAGATOR said… Happy,Happy Birthday,Bella. I wish for you a most wonderful day. ENJOY!!!
- At 1:10am on February 6, 2012,
brokenpole said… Happy Birthday, Bella!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day.
- At 2:25pm on February 4, 2012,
lotsofshots said… Welcome to TuDiabetes, we are so happy that you found us!
- At 4:49pm on February 3, 2012,
Linda Gauvin-Miller said… 
Thank you Bella for requesting my friendship....I'm delighted :)
- At 8:21pm on February 2, 2012, Linda Gauvin-Miller said…
Welcome home Bella....
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".
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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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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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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 11:03am on February 2, 2012, Marie B said…
hi Bella, welcome! our founder manny is also from Venezuela. he has a dexcom too.
- At 1:38am on February 2, 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.
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