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"Total Available Glucose. The premise behind TAG is that a portion of the protein and fat content of the meal will also contribute to carb loading above and beyond the actual carbs in the meal."
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Jason K
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I was a JDRF poster boy
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jason K Feb 21, 2010. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Painful sites
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Jason K replied to Carman's discussion 'Smith & Nephew IV Prep Recall' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users
Where are you all finding the lot numbers on your IV Prep? I'm having a hard time locating mine. Thanks!
Jason K replied to Elizabeth's discussion 'Taking steroids with type 1'
I know the last time I had to take a week-long course of steroids for my IBD I had to take A LOT more insulin. This was before I was pumping, still MDI. I can't remember exactly but I think I had to change my usual 25u of Lantus to closer to…
Jason K replied to carb101's discussion 'bolusing for foods that send you'
If I really can't find a way to keep BG from spiking with a particular food, I will give it up. But I've found that using a "super bolus" on my pump will often allow me to enjoy those kinds of foods without spiking and without…
Jason K replied to Katsz's discussion 'Trick to get bubbles out when filling pump'
Whenever I try and do this (pump in extra air), my Humalog vials drip and leak a considerable amount of insulin where the reservoir syringe is inserted. Then I'm left with an insulin-smelly mess.
I actually even have this problem when I first…
Jason K replied to Kelly WPA's discussion 'Question on Ping remote' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users
You can absolutely bolus from the meter remote.
I think perhaps the section of the manual you're referring to is dealing with the set-up of the meter remote. And they're assuming that, during initial set-up, you will not have the meter…
Jason K replied to Robert's discussion 'If it is better why keep checking?'
Because you're still diabetic.
That's really the bottom line. The pump is a totally imperfect, albeit high-tech, tool. It's not a cure, unfortunately. Until our bodies function properly on their own without intervention, testing is…
Laura Brandes replied to Jason K's discussion 'Animas & Dexcom CGM announcement' in the group Animas Insulin Pump Users
Hi Heather,
Did you find anything out about Animas/Dexcom in Canada?
Cheers,
Laura
Jason K replied to laurenc873's discussion 'Post-Meal spikes (OK short term or not OK?)'
Like some others have mentioned, I aim to go no higher than 140 after eating. I have found that, with Humalog, I have to bolus 25-30 minutes before eating to keep from spiking. Once I really kept to that timing, the spikes reduced dramatically.
Jason K replied to Alton Adams's discussion 'Private Insurance??'
In my experience, it is not possible to buy your own insurance with Type 1 diabetes, unfortunately. I cetainly tried in the past and was flat out denied, regardless of how much money I was willing to pay.
I would agree with others here that you…
Jason K replied to Amanda's discussion 'May be switching back to shots. Looking for tips...'
I'll echo some of the other comments here and say that I was surprised at how well I managed when I went from pumping back to MDI. For me it was only for a few months when I was in the process of switching to a new pump, but I actually really…
Jason K commented on Lorraine's blog post 'Super Bolus'
I absolutely L-O-V-E the Super Bolus for the occasional high-carb/high-GI breakfast (i.e., donuts, pastries, etc.) It's not what I typically eat but I've found that, when I want to indulge, the super bolus totally keeps the spike down…
Jason K replied to Diagnosis's discussion 'Do I have to go on a lower carb diet like other diabetics?'
No, you don't "have to" do anything except take the best care of yourself as you can. You will, with the assistance of your healthcare team, figure out what works best for you. And that will change over time, always. But we're…
Jason K replied to Danny's discussion 'Dual Wave Bolus'
Ricardo, that makes total sense. I think I just misunderstood some posts as saying that simply taking the carb bolus and doing it dual-wave (without adding units for protein/fat) was lowering spikes.
Anyway... thanks again for all of your…
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- Date diagnosed
- February 1, 1984
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- 5.2%
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- Animas One Touch Ping
Comment Wall (8 comments)
- At 6:22pm on October 30, 2009,
Manny Hernandez said…
- At 12:29pm on September 17, 2009,
Manny Hernandez said…
- Jason,
Hope you can make it to the meet & greet in San Francisco next Tuesday:
- At 9:46am on September 8, 2009,
Zoe said… - Hi Jason:
I'm sending you this message because I see you listed as living in the Bay Area.. I'm planning on starting a Diabetes Support Group which will be open to all Types, all ages. The purpose will be to create a safe place to share the feelings, thoughts, hopes and fears we all go through as well as share insight and strength for managing our diabetes. It will be in an informal setting in Berkeley and the fee nominal.
My qualifications for facilitating this group are that I am a retired Counselor with over 25 years experience doing groups. I just returned from living for two years in Guatemala and currently teach Psychology online for a Community College.
Perhaps even more important I was misdiagnosed as Type 2 diabetic two years ago; did fine on oral meds for awhile and then my numbers started to climb. After a lot of research and a lot of talking to others I realized I was LADA/1.5 and am now stable on a basal/bolus insulin regimen. Through this experience I went through the anxiety, fear and sense of being overwhelmed by diabetes. Today I live with this disease on a daily basis with both full recognition of how it affects everything in my life and a commitment to living a full rich life outside of Diabetes.
Please contact me here or at zoelula@hotmail.com if you are interested in participating in a support group.
- At 10:51pm on July 7, 2009,
Kristin said… - Glad to hear that you will be trying out different types of infusion sets! For me the shorter (6mm) 90 degree infusion set works best for now. You will find the one that is best for you!
- At 3:47am on April 2, 2009,
Maria said… - Welcome Jason. Nice to have you as a member. I use a minimed pump, but have been looking into animas one touch ping. How long have you used it? Do you like it?
- At 10:18pm on April 1, 2009,
Olga Gonzalez-Ramos said… - W E L C O M E!!!!!!!!
You have found a very active and caring diabetic community.You are going to
love this place.
Stay strong and prepare to give Diabetes a firm fight!!!!
Olga Gonzalez-Ramos
DHF Ambassador
New York & New Jersey
- At 8:19pm on April 1, 2009,
Manny Hernandez said…
- Hi Jason,
Welcome to the TuDiabetes family!
Curiousity: what is that big dot on your profile photo?
- At 8:05pm on April 1, 2009,
Scott said… - Hi Jason! Don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions!
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