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Losing Weight for Type 1
Started this discussion. Last reply by Monica Aug 29, 2012. 33 Replies 0 Likes
I've been struggling with losing weight since I had diabetes. Admittedly, I gained a lot of weight when I got depressed for having diabetes. However, I do enjoy sports/adventure activities but I can…Continue
PUMP vs. PEN?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jo Jun 19, 2012. 12 Replies 0 Likes
Hi friends,I've been a diabetic for almost 10 years and I've been using insulin pen for Humalog and Lantose. Recently, my cousin recommended me to use insulin pump, but I wonder if the change is…Continue
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Monica replied to Jo's discussion 'Losing Weight for Type 1'"Thanks Jethro, your info is great ! And you're right, us Type 1 diabetics CANNOT give up ! I am on a Medronic pump and use a Contour Link to check my blood sugar which send wirelessly my blood sugar to my pump and then every two weeks I…"
Jethro replied to Jo's discussion 'Losing Weight for Type 1'"One more thing... My Son pointed out that after exercise our muscles use glucose to facilitate the repair process. I wish I could be more specific but the repair process has too many variables ie... which muscle group, how long was the workout, how…"
Jethro replied to Jo's discussion 'Losing Weight for Type 1'"It can be tough but from what I've seen us T-1 diabetics refuse to give up. I made a decision to lower my suppertime insulin shot. I used to raise or lower it depending on the meal, now I take the same amount every day and if the meal is…"
PedsRN replied to Jo's discussion 'Losing Weight for Type 1'"I have also been through this same thing. Why exercise when I have to eat more calories than I just burned? My advice would be to employ the rule of 15 for lows, test, test and test some more and figure out what your patterns are related to…"
Brian replied to Jo's discussion 'Losing Weight for Type 1'"I've been struggling with weight the past several years and had a lot of frustration with getting lows due to exercise and activity. (The whole question of, why should get on the elliptical for an hour if I'm only going to have to slam a…"
Super_sally replied to Jo's discussion 'Losing Weight for Type 1'"If you usually run high, then a lot of the sugars from meals will not be absorbed and will instead be peed out (and can't be used). When you then use insulin to control blood sugars the sugar now becomes available to cells. This could mean that…"
Monica replied to Jo's discussion 'Losing Weight for Type 1'"Ok, so I know how hard this is. I'm on a pump so carb to insulin ratio. Plus also blood sugar to insulin ratio. Still blood sugar all over the place and now I add walking to lose weight ?!?! My doc says to suspend pump just before walking but I…"
TheOneType replied to Jo's discussion 'Losing Weight for Type 1'"I agree with you mybustedpancreas! I gained 5lbs in the last couple months I haven't changed my eating habits & have upped my excercise by a lot, so that means lots of lows :( which means I raid my pantry lol I'm trying to eliminate…"
meee replied to Jo's discussion 'Losing Weight for Type 1'"I also think a low carb diet will help everything, not just weight loss. I don't think you need to load carbs for a low. Do an experiment and see how much glucose tabs raise you without any food and then just take them when you're low,…"
"http://eatingacademy.com/category/weight-loss this site is great - very good info- just like they are all saying less carbs = less insulin = less wt. ---- talk to your doctor about lowering your long lasting insulin (I noticed you’re on a pen)…"
"I was taking too much insulin in an effort to keep my numbers in check. Five years ago I reduced my insulin by about 1/3rd which reduced my cravings for food. I also adopted a new diet by cutting out the bad stuff - fried foods, fast food, etc. It…"
Nancy left a comment for Jo"Wow Jo, You are my very 1st friend on TuDiabetes!!! I'm very excited:) I know this is going to be more important to read then my aol and facebook accounts:) I'm already feeling better reading everyone's story and responding to the…"
Jo replied to Jo's discussion 'Losing Weight for Type 1'"The book sounds interesting, I might get one! :) Thanks Buck!"
Jo replied to Jo's discussion 'Losing Weight for Type 1'"Sally, you're very well informed! :) Thanks for sharing!"
Profile Information
- The PRIMARY person in my life who has diabetes has
- Type 1 or type 1.5 (LADA) diabetes
- How do you hope to benefit from TuDiabetes?
- I would like to have a diabetic community/support group.
- Date diagnosed
- January 7, 2003
- Most recent HbA1C %, date of result (optional)
- 6.6 (June 2012)
- Type of treatment/devices you use
- Shots
- Tell us more about you (optional)
- I've been a diabetic for a decade now. I was a fighter before, never scared of injecting myself nor denying the pity of my friends. I'm quite an adventurous/sporty person, always on the go, and never give in to haughty people. 2 years have passed, my diabetese is still there, I guess Im just denying rather than fighting my illness. My weight increased, I loss my self-esteem because my physical appearance was my stronghold. I was angry at God, "why me?!" out of all the people I know who're far worst than me. I was really a good girl before I had diabetese then I became the black sheep of the family. I really felt depressed and ended up having suicidal thoughts and eating disorder, bulimia. 3 years ago, I started behaving well, just neglecting my illness and thinking it's part of my daily routine - no choice but to check and inject insulin. But I wasnt really taking good care of myself, I always have an HBAIC that's above the normal, 6.7-8. Right now, I'm quite getting worried because of the complications. Although I do check-ups, lately I havent been doing one due to tight work schedule but I will work on it. Im on the stage of accepting my illness. I really wanted to breakthrough and breakfree. I wanted to embrace my illness hence I hope to find a support group. I am also thinking of using an insulin pump and someday, perhaps I can also contribute to a diabetic foundation. I hope to hear from your end too =)
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- At 11:24am on June 19, 2012, Nancy said…
Wow Jo, You are my very 1st friend on TuDiabetes!!! I'm very excited:) I know this is going to be more important to read then my aol and facebook accounts:) I'm already feeling better reading everyone's story and responding to the questions that I can give my own advise on personal experience!!! Stay connected:)
- At 11:18am on June 19, 2012,
Gerri said… Thanks for the friend add, Jo.
- At 5:19pm on June 5, 2012,
Manny Hernandez said… Thank you so much for your kind words, Johanah! Please help us get the word out about TuDiabetes to people in the Philippines, so that more people touched by diabetes can connect with others that can understand them and become empowered!
- At 3:04am on June 3, 2012,
acidrock23 said… thx for the friend add!
- At 4:26pm on June 2, 2012,
Linda G said… Thanks Johanah....I'm delighted to be your friend ♥
- At 2:29pm on June 2, 2012,
Doris D said… Thank u for the Fr & thank u for ur lovely comments!
- At 4:46pm on May 28, 2012,
Donna H said… Welcome to TuDiabetes! Check out some of the groups -- it's a great way to get to know the community.
- At 4:31pm on May 28, 2012, Doris D said…
WELCOME TO OUR LOVING, CARING, AND UNDERSTANDING FAMILY MY FRIEND!!! Great to have you here with us!!!!Please feel free to check out our Forum, Blogs and Groups here!!! If u have any questions please feel free to ask any of us or put it on our forum. To answer any of us back just hit the "comment back "bar under our comments and you will go to our page where you can leave a comment to us and also read abit about us.
Here's a link to help you get to know more about us: http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
- At 4:07pm on May 28, 2012, Linda G said…
We're so happy that you're finally here! Welcome home Johanah....
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 care....and keep in touch!
- At 3:22pm on May 28, 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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