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Linda G left a comment for BlueParrot
"Hello! How Do You Do, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you BlueParrot.... Best Wishes NOW....and for the rest of the year! Have a GREAT "ME" DAY…"
Oct 13, 2012
Hana Rous replied to BlueParrot's discussion 'New to this ...' in the group Dr. Bernstein Diabetes Solution Group
"Hi Blue Parrot! I'm one of those folks who don't believe that progression to insulin is inevitabe. I'm married [41years] to a lifetime T1 and have seen the sting in the tail that insulin has. It's far from being an easy solution,…"
Oct 1, 2012
Christopher replied to BlueParrot's discussion 'New to this ...' in the group Dr. Bernstein Diabetes Solution Group
"You can expect to reach completely normal levels. However, like some others have suggested, I would consider getting on insulin as quickly as possible, and once you get in normal ranges, start fine tuning accordingly."
Sep 30, 2012
Christopher Angell replied to BlueParrot's discussion 'New to this ...' in the group Dr. Bernstein Diabetes Solution Group
"I would definitely echo Sheila's suggestion. If you were never tested for c-peptide/GAD65, but were diagnosed solely based on age/high blood sugar, you could be one of many, many people (including me) who was initially misdiagnosed. There is…"
Sep 17, 2012
Hana Rous replied to BlueParrot's discussion 'New to this ...' in the group Dr. Bernstein Diabetes Solution Group
"Blueparrot By using Dr. B's eating plan, you can expect to hit NORMAL blood glucose [5mmol/l 90mg/dl] It may take a week or two to get there, but it's perfectly possible. You can also avoid "progression" to insulin. The think…"
Sep 17, 2012
Brian (bsc) replied to BlueParrot's discussion 'New to this ...' in the group Dr. Bernstein Diabetes Solution Group
"Welcome. Like others here, I have greatly benefited from a low carb diet. But I also decided that Dr. B's recommendation to "normalize" blood sugars also made sense. I wasn't going to be happy with the A1c of 7% my doctors…"
Sep 17, 2012
onesaint replied to BlueParrot's discussion 'New to this ...' in the group Dr. Bernstein Diabetes Solution Group
"Agreed. Changes (when possible) should always come one at a time in order to most accurately gauge the effects. Stay steady on your course, you're doing good."
Sep 16, 2012
BlueParrot replied to BlueParrot's discussion 'New to this ...' in the group Dr. Bernstein Diabetes Solution Group
"Hey Onesaint, thanks for teh welome, encoragement and helpful information. I want to give this at least 2-3 months to see where I go in terms of my BG. I want to take the data to my Dr after I have my next A1C, see where to from here in terms of…"
Sep 16, 2012
BlueParrot replied to BlueParrot's discussion 'New to this ...' in the group Dr. Bernstein Diabetes Solution Group
"Thank you Sheila, I do have Irish ancestry. My mother, 3 sisters and 2 brothers all have late onset diabetes T-2 - all are thin as rakes - so I don't think this is "lifestyle related". I will ask my Doc to test for LADA. Thanks for…"
Sep 16, 2012
Sheila Fitz replied to BlueParrot's discussion 'New to this ...' in the group Dr. Bernstein Diabetes Solution Group
"I became a LADA(Latent Autoimmune Diabetes of the Adult) at 56yo, a Type 1. I was clued into Dr. Bernstein by a PWD who was a nurse. I have followed his plan religiously for three years now. My A1c is 5.1 without insulin, meaning the low carb regime…"
Sep 16, 2012
onesaint replied to BlueParrot's discussion 'New to this ...' in the group Dr. Bernstein Diabetes Solution Group
"Welcome to the forums! At 180, I'd say insulin is called for. Even on a Dr. B diet, the glucose will be extracted from your protein / fat intake, but it will still show up and put your BGs in the 140s+. Hitting 270s means your pancreas just…"
Sep 16, 2012
BlueParrot added a discussion to the group Dr. Bernstein Diabetes Solution Group
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New to this ...

Hi everyone, I'm new here. First, a little background - 51 years, T-2 for 6 years. Initially on Metformin - but it didn't seem to have much effect. My Dr took me off it and recommended instead that I try just diet and exercise (said I'd eventually need insulin anyway).I was also Sent to a dietician who gave me an eating plan (I might say this was the "standard" high carb diet - here in Australia endorsed by Diabetes Australia - the equivalent of the ADA). Nothing worked, stuck to the diet,…See More
Sep 16, 2012
BlueParrot joined Phishery's group
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Dr. Bernstein Diabetes Solution Group

This is a group for anyone that is using Dr. Bernstein's Diabetes Solution in full or in part (using a very low carb diet of around 30g/day) to manage their diabetes.
Sep 16, 2012
Linda G left a comment for BlueParrot
"We're so happy that you're finally here! Welcome home BlueParrot.... 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…"
Sep 15, 2012
brokenpole left a comment for BlueParrot
"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…"
Sep 15, 2012
Doris D left a comment for BlueParrot
"WELCOME TO OUR FAMILY MY FRIEND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Anyway we can help just ask us! Come join us on our live chat on the bottom of our homepage. Here's a link to help u on ur way http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes."
Sep 15, 2012

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The PRIMARY person in my life who has diabetes has
Type 2 diabetes
How do you hope to benefit from TuDiabetes?
Lower my BG, cholesterol, weight & get support to do it
Date diagnosed
June 15, 2004
Type of treatment/devices you use
Oral, Diet and Exercise

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At 4:55pm on October 13, 2012, Linda G said…

Hello! How Do You Do, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you BlueParrot....
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?
You'll see us at the bottom of the home page.
We have a great time getting to know each other, sharing info and lots of laughs :)
It's on right now!
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At 6:54am on October 13, 2012, SEAGATOR said…

Happy,Happy Birthday,BlueParrot. I wish for you a most wonderful day. ENJOY!!!

At 3:52pm on September 15, 2012, Linda G said…

We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home BlueParrot....
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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Take a look at the group..."Type 2 Diabetics".
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AND....groups for folks with more than diabetes to contend with,
such as
..."Diabetes Plus".
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Hey, why don't you come join us in the TuD chat room?
You'll see us at the bottom of the home page.
We have a great time getting to know each other, sharing info and lots of laughs :)
It's on right now!
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Take care....and keep in touch!

At 9:41am on September 15, 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 5:14am on September 15, 2012, Doris D said…

WELCOME TO OUR FAMILY MY FRIEND!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Anyway we can help just ask us! Come join us on our live chat on the bottom of our homepage. Here's a link to help u on ur way http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes.

At 4:43am on September 15, 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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