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"PS A quick way to bring your BG's down is to drink some water and go for a walk.. 11.5 really isnt all that high in the D world. Not to ignore it for sure but fairly easy to bring down without a shot. Also... when did you test??? how long after…"
"NPH is intermediate as Brian says, Did you not get your Dr or nurse to get your correction dosages???If I was at 11mmol 2 hours post meal I would correct with Rapid acting insulin of 2 units. The NPH is just to keep you balanced through the day and…"
Brian (bsc) commented on ElCyd's blog post 'High B.S.'"Actually, NPH is an intermediate insulin, really rather slow. I won't bring your blood sugars down for hours. You need a rapid insulin, like Regular (R) or even better, one of the newer ones like Humalog, Novolog or Apidra.
I found the books…"
jrtpup commented on ElCyd's blog post 'High B.S.'"ElCyd, welcome to the TuD family.
I don't think that question can be answered without knowing your correcton factor, or ISF (Insulin Sensitivity Factor). We're all different. My correction factor from 12a-12p is 1:35, and 12p-12a 1:40. So…"
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- I've been able to manage my weight for quite some time, but lately I've been adding weight and bulging fat. I eat carefully, about 170 carbs per day and take insulin after meals (ratio: 1 unit per 6 carbs). I also work out daily: push-ups, sit-ups and weights. Hope I can get some help.
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High B.S.
Posted on October 18, 2012 at 8:18pm 4 Comments 0 Likes
So, tonight when I checked my B.S. it was 11.5. This is rather high for me, usually around 6.0. Naturally I won't be having a snack but the question I want to ask is: how much NPH (slow acting insulin) should I take?
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- At 8:33am on October 14, 2012,
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- At 6:21am on October 14, 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 5:33am on October 14, 2012, Doris D said…
WELCOME TO OUR FAMILY MY FRIEND!!!!!! Please enjoy it here with us!!!
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- At 8:05pm on October 13, 2012,
Linda G said… 
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home ElCyd...fellow Canadian!
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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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