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Glucose tabs aka sugar pills
Started this discussion. Last reply by Prince Apr 4. 3 Replies 0 Likes
has anyone else tried the Up&Up(target brand)grape flavor? they're kinda crazy!!Continue
T1's count fat and protein in carb count?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Lila Dec 8, 2011. 8 Replies 0 Likes
T1's - do you count your fat/protein in your carb count? My team keeps telling me I don't need to, but i feel like if I have an excess of either, it makes a difference in my BS.If you do count them,…Continue
oh man, am I honeymooning?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Melitta Oct 26, 2011. 6 Replies 0 Likes
oh man, am I honeymooning? My diabetes is pretty easy. Lantus 8 units, Humolog 1:15. 30 carbs per meal. only 15 carbs of what i call "real carbs" per meal. try to eat low glycemic index foods.…Continue
How often do you all get your A1C's done?
Started this discussion. Last reply by jackie Nov 1, 2011. 44 Replies 0 Likes
I'm new a new 1. although not new to serious health problems. My endo wants to me to do my A1C every 6 months. I tend to be more conservative, as I'm used to taking care of my health. I keep myself…Continue
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Timothy replied to merileepearl's discussion 'Glucose tabs aka sugar pills'"I find that the old fashioned lifesavers work better, I take 3 where i would normally take one of those chalky imitation grape or orange tablets. Also I don't get the 3rd degree when people see them. I wish SWEETARTS would come out with a…"
christy replied to merileepearl's discussion 'Glucose tabs aka sugar pills'"Yes I get either the target Up & up Grape or the Relion Grape lol!"
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merileepearl replied to awg0681's discussion 'Diabetes Phone Apps'"I just got an iPhone. I'm wondering if there is a favorite diabetes app for type 1/iPhone users?"
merileepearl replied to Bram's discussion 'PEN MIX-UP' in the group Insulin Pen Users"Oh yeah. Did this once. My educator says everyone does it once, but you never do it again. Currently, my pens are 2 different colors. But when I started shooting, one pen was grey and one was taupe. Basically, they were the same color.
My educator…"
merileepearl replied to Shawnmarie's discussion 'Any other T1/LADAs who are bolus, no basal?'"yes. swimming. or walking underwater. or walking with cement blocks on my feet."
merileepearl replied to Shawnmarie's discussion 'Any other T1/LADAs who are bolus, no basal?'"MeganB! I read that you had a rash! I was so excited! which is weird to be excited about your rash, but I know you know what I mean. I think you should do (insulin wise) whatever you need to keep you safe and healthy. Sounds like your needs are…"
merileepearl replied to Shawnmarie's discussion 'Any other T1/LADAs who are bolus, no basal?'"well, everybody's different. As my CDE says, it' about metabolism, and every one's is different.
My endo was also of the belief that 1 unit was not going to do anything. But when she saw me crashing at night at 2 units, she changed…"
merileepearl replied to Shawnmarie's discussion 'Any other T1/LADAs who are bolus, no basal?'"I wake between 95 and 125. I haven't done a fast longer in 8 hours in a long time.
And yes, my basal and bolus numbers are totally connected, which is why when I went down on my basal, I went up on my bolus. My endo likes to say I'm,…"
merileepearl replied to lafashionaddict's discussion 'Checking glucose level in public'"it is amazing, but many, many people don't even notice when we test! test away! it's way better than having a low in front of people. i hate that."
merileepearl replied to Shawnmarie's discussion 'Any other T1/LADAs who are bolus, no basal?'"hey guys - so great to read this post. I am 1 year plus since my Dx T1. I too, only use 1 basal unit. I used to use 8 units, but around my 1 year anniversary, I started crashing out at night. Eventually I got down to 1 unit Lantus (injected in the…"
merileepearl replied to T1Forever's discussion '50 years on December 10th'"this has filled me with hope! thank you and congrats."
Lila replied to merileepearl's discussion 'T1's count fat and protein in carb count?'"My team keeps telling me I don't need to also, but my blood glucose meter doesn't agree! In cases like this, I always go with the meter.
I think a lot depends on the amount of food eaten as well. A big salad of lettuce, tomatoes, peppers,…"
metheniac replied to merileepearl's discussion 'T1's count fat and protein in carb count?'"I don't count fat and protein, but I do count fiber. If the fiber content is >5gr., then I subtract that number from the carbs."
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- 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?
- info/ideas from other people
- Date diagnosed
- January 1, 2011
- Most recent HbA1C %, date of result (optional)
- 5.9 April, 2012; 6.0 January, 2012; 5.9 July, 2011
- Type of treatment/devices you use
- Shots, Diet and Exercise
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- At 5:34pm on October 24, 2011,
Doris D said… - WELCOME TO OUR FAMILY MY FRIEND!!!!!!!!! Any questions? Just ask one of us or post it on our forum where you will get a diversty of answers.
Here's a link to help our new member's get to know us better: http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
- At 4:01pm on October 24, 2011,
Linda G said… 
Welcome home merileepearl.....how's it all going
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.
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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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There are also groups here for parents of children with D., such as....
"Parents of Kids with type 1" and "Kids with Diabetes"
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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 11:28am on October 24, 2011,
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 10:14am on October 24, 2011,
Donna H said… - Welcome to TuDiabetes! Check out some of the groups -- it's a great way to get to know the community.
- At 9:14am on October 24, 2011,
SEAGATOR said… - Welcome to our wonderful family. We are a very caring and supportive group. Questions? Please feel free to ask us. WELCOME!!!
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