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Quick question?

Hi Bob, Yes, I'm having a tough time with the weight... My Dr said not to worry as its the change in diet. I have changed my exercise routine from 4 days of 45 min jogs to walking 1hr + 15 mins ev...

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Hi bsc, Thanks for your input... I'm trying to get a handle on what meals/foods etc spike my numbers and what spikes are ok... I too have read that 140 should be the max so the All Bran is probabl...

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Hey John, Hope all is well. I have a quick question. I read that All Bran cereal could be a good choice for Type 2s so I bought a box and gave it a try. I had 1 cup with 1 cup of soy milk and here...

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Hey John, I've been about 160 lbs for about 10 years or so, give or take 1 - 2 lbs... So, losing the 15 lbs has me a little concerned... A few of the members here suggested LADA so I looked into ...

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Frank the Lege replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'Quick question?'
Your reading for 1 hous is a little high but for 2 hours is good. I've been told that it's the 2 hours one that is the best one to make a judgement on. Having said that, the 1 hour result of yours is a cause for concern. I'm most sensitive to ca...
4 hours ago
Bob Simpson replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'Quick question?'
Morning Paul, it sounds like you are dealing with your diabetes the same way myself and many others are, lots of exercise and low carb. With or without the diabetes this is an excellent way to lose weight. I went from 170 down to 145, too skinny f...
6 hours ago
Paul Curwen replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'Quick question?'
Hi Bob, Yes, I'm having a tough time with the weight... My Dr said not to worry as its the change in diet. I have changed my exercise routine from 4 days of 45 min jogs to walking 1hr + 15 mins everyday. I really enjoy the walking, it helps clear...
6 hours ago
Bob Simpson replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'Quick question?'
Hi Paul, your story sounds familiar to me. I have struggled with food choices for the last year and have also lost 25 lbs. It is difficult for me to maintain body weight and keep my readings below 6. What works for me is to always have some protei...
16 hours ago
bsc replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'Quick question?'
You are right, I had looked at the allbran.com website, but looked at the wrong one. The original has 46 g carbs and 20g fiber per 1 cup. Trader has a high fiber cereal with less carbs and more fiber, but the all bran is not bad. You may also find...
yesterday
Paul Curwen replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'Quick question?'
Hi John, Thanks for your input... I'm trying to get a handle on what meals/foods etc spike my numbers and what spikes are ok... I too have read that 140 should be the max so the All Bran is probably a no-go in the mornings... I double checked th...
yesterday
bsc replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'Quick question?'
Your All Bran was perhaps 35g of carbs, with the Soy milk another 10g, so a total of 45g of carbs. I can't tell you about the eggs, ham and fruit without know what and how much fruit, but it appears to be a modest amount. Either way you can clearl...
yesterday
Paul Curwen replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'Quick question?'
Hey John, Hope all is well. I have a quick question. I read that All Bran cereal could be a good choice for Type 2s so I bought a box and gave it a try. I had 1 cup with 1 cup of soy milk and here are my numbers. Before (which is fasting # in the...
yesterday
Mila replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'Quick question?'
Hi John, I'm sure I didn't overcook the Dreamfields-pasta and I did find it a little too chewy :-) I do have strange BG-reactions on any kind of wheatproduct, so maybe I'm just an exception. And I appreciate your reaction, that's what we're here...
on Tuesday
John Brush replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'Quick question?'
Amen to that. I think a lot about how the A1c is just another tool, but not the ultimate for the same reason you mention. When I screw up, or just say "what the heck" I can get numbers that are pretty high for me, approaching 180, but they are gon...
on Tuesday
John Brush replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'Quick question?'
Thanks for bringing up that result you found. I haven't used it, only read about it. Kind of expensive too :-) Those who have said they use it successfully, are adamant about the cooking time, and have said if they go over, then their numbers act...
on Tuesday
Mila replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'Quick question?'
I tried the Dreamfields pasta and it didn't work for me at all. My BG-levels were as high as when I eat normal pasta if not higher, so be careful !
on Monday
Libby replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'Quick question?'
Hi, Paul, The weight loss is a red flag for LADA, I think. The same thing happened to me. I was quite slim to start with but after I was diagnosed, I quickly lost 25 pounds. I'm guessing that the few pounds I had put on in the last several years h...
on Monday
Gerriann Tobkin replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'Quick question?'
For you morning cereal lovers...take a look at Special K Protein Plus - 9 net Carbs I can't put fruit in it or drink the milk that remains in the bowl without a prolonged high (several hours)... Highs for me are 120 to 130. Rarely do I go over 13...
on Monday
Brigid O'Donnell replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'Quick question?'
Hi. I was diagnosed at age 41. I have no family history of type 1 or type 2 . I lost about that amount of weight. I would definitely get checked for type 1. My PCP didn't suggest I get tested for the antibodies. He had me on metformin and glyburid...
on Monday
John Brush replied to Paul Curwen's discussion 'Quick question?'
I did some searching after reading your last post. LADA can certainly put a scare into anyone. Makes me think twice tho, so I will be watching out for it, as I am not on any meds, just diet and exercise. I think my mom was diabetic towards the end...
on Monday

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Hometown (where you come from):
Burlington, Ontario
Do you have diabetes?
Yes
Type of diabetes
Type 2
Date diagnosed
September 15, 2009
What glucose meter do you use?
Bayer Contour
Type of treatment you use
Diet and Exercise
What do you expect from TuDiabetes?
Advice and discussion about Type 2 Diabetes
How did you find out about us? What were you searching for?
Google
What do you do for a living?
Self employed Graphic Designer

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At 5:05pm on November 10, 2009, Gerri said…
Hi Paul,

Happy to try to help. I know how overwhelming it is. I'd cry from frustration from either info overload or no info at all. Also understand wanting to know other people's numbers--I did also, but as Terry correctly said it's not of much use.

Don't hesitate to write if you need anything. Will do my best to assist!
At 7:58pm on November 2, 2009, clarence haynes said…
Greetings from a 92 young computer rookie, who was clinically dead, in 1977, with a BG of 880 and since then have been a ROLE MODEL to over 40.000 diabetics and as a LION MEMBER since 1972, is using their 45.000 clubs in 205 countries, to mentor to thosediabetics in areas high in diabetes but low in diabetes, to check out their local LIONS CLUBS they have an excellent prevention and awareness program. We are putting together a website, have you any suggestions? Do you have a diabetic team, diabetic doctor, dietitan, podiatrist, social worker, pharmacist, wear a MEDIC-ALERT, bracelet, it could SAVE your life. Have a DIABETIC BUDDY, someone you are in touch EVERYDAY., Join a diabetes support group, and share concerns. Keep in touch, clarence.haynes@sympatico.ca
At 7:11pm on November 2, 2009, Robyn said…
Hi and Welcome!
 
 

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