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Live Interview and Cooking Demo with Chef Robert Lewis, aka the Happy Diabetic

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Live Interview and Cooking Demo with Chef Robert Lewis, aka the Happy Diabetic at TuDiabetes homepage

June 27, 2013 from 1pm to 2pm
1-2pm Pacific timeWhat time is this where you are?How to watch this live eventA Message from Chef Robert:Growing up in Los Angeles offered to me a culinary experience I will always cherish. Family cooks and guests in my home were experts in preparing Jewish, Mexican,…See More
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caloparr liked Emily Coles's event Live Interview and Cooking Demo with Chef Robert Lewis, aka the Happy Diabetic
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caloparr liked Emily Coles's event Diabetes Hope Conference
May 20
caloparr liked Emily Coles's event Diabetes Hope Conference
May 20
caloparr is attending Emily Coles's event
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Diabetes Hope Conference at http://www.diabeteshopeconference.com/

May 21, 2013 from 11am to 1pm
While there is no known cure for diabetes, that doesn't mean the diagnosis is hopeless. Join us on May 21 at 11am Central Time, when we convene panelists from the medical, blogger and diabetes community worlds to engage in frank and honest discussions about diabetes. Through the magic of Google Hangouts, we'll live stream both virtual panels and take questions live from the audience via Twitter and the hashtag #dHopeConf. You won't want to miss the first annual …See More
May 20
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Linda G left a comment for caloparr
"HAPPY BIRTHDAY CALOPARR... Best Wishes NOW....and for the rest of the year! Have a GREAT "ME" DAY :) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hey, why don't you come join us in…"
Jan 16
brokenpole left a comment for caloparr
"Happy Birthday!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day."
Jan 16
caloparr replied to kirla's discussion 'A1C 14.1 to 5.9 in 4 Months' in the group A1C Below 6.0 On Diet and Exercise ONLY
"Congratulations! That's incredible! I also focus on a healthy diet and exercize and was able to get off meds yet so far I've only gotten down to 6.1 -- sure hope I'm still welcome here!"
Dec 13, 2012
caloparr joined David K's group
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A1C Below 6.0 On Diet and Exercise ONLY

People with Type 2 Diabetes who can offer insight of how to control diabetes with Diet and Exercise alone and maintain a 6.0 or less A1C. Extremely difficult to do over a period of time.
Dec 13, 2012
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caloparr commented on Elizabeth's blog post 'Monkey adjusting: diabetes explained to a jealous sibling'
"Oh wow! Elizabeth, try not to get pressured, or it will destroy and frustrate your creativity. I suggest you protect your title, phrase, and theme with the government's trademark office. That will give you the time you need."
Dec 3, 2012
caloparr commented on Elizabeth's blog post 'Monkey adjusting: diabetes explained to a jealous sibling'
"Elizabeth, I checked out some comments on the Net about what the reference to "Shock the Monkey" meant and was surprised by the Gabriel's fans interpretation and the author's actual intention of these words. I also saw a video of…"
Nov 30, 2012
caloparr commented on Elizabeth's blog post 'Monkey adjusting: diabetes explained to a jealous sibling'
"Super! I'm so looking forward to seeing and reading it! Please let me know your progress and if I could help. I am a former NYC public school teacher, and was a Reading Specialist for two decades -- I think I know a good story when I see one --…"
Nov 30, 2012
Elizabeth and caloparr are now friends
Nov 30, 2012
brokenpole left a comment for caloparr
"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…"
Nov 30, 2012
Linda G left a comment for caloparr
"We're so happy that you're finally here! Welcome home caloparr.... 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…"
Nov 29, 2012

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The PRIMARY person in my life who has diabetes has
Pre-diabetes
How do you hope to benefit from TuDiabetes?
Share stories
Date diagnosed
February 10, 2011
Most recent HbA1C %, date of result (optional)
6.1
Type of treatment/devices you use
Diet and Exercise
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http://www.happymediumensemble.net
Tell us more about you (optional)
Diagnosed Feb 2011 with full blown Type 2 with A1C of 8.9; lost 25 pounds; A1C lowered to 6.1; as of last check up Oct 2011 A1C remained at 6.1. took an online nutrition class and now run nutrition workshops with adults at local wellness center; my goals are the prevention of obesity and diabetes.

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At 4:39am on January 16, 2013, Linda G said…

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CALOPARR...
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 3:07am on January 16, 2013, SEAGATOR said…

Happy,Happy Birthday,caloparr. I wish for you a most wonderful dat. ENJOY!!!

At 1:33am on January 16, 2013, brokenpole said…
Happy Birthday!! Hope you have a wonderful day and get to have some fun. Enjoy your special day.
At 5:53am on November 30, 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 5:45pm on November 29, 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!!!

At 5:02pm on November 29, 2012, Linda G said…

We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home caloparr....
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,
click on "all groups". 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!

 
 
 

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