Comment by Maureen Giannone on March 19, 2011 at 7:50am

I have had diabetes for 37 !/2 years ((yes 3 1/2 decades). I have exercised for the past 28 years on a regular basis. Exercise eliminated at least one shot a day. 5 years ago I began a pump. Since then I have worked with an expert on management. Insulin can add excess weight gain based on amount of insulin you take on a daily basis.
It does come down to basil and bolus levels. My weight pretty much stays the same but there are times when I can look much heavier than others. I have found when I am under 30 units (total) /day I feel better. .

Stress adds to high levels so you may not even realize that you may be treating highs based on stress such as turning in a paper, exam etc...
It is not easy being "perfect" we are individuals who need to be that much more aware of our own bodies and how we each mange our stress levels.
I do sympathize with you and hope that you are able to remain as positive as possible on a daily basis.
Maureen

Comment by veterandiabetic on March 19, 2011 at 9:21am

Thank you Maureen, Ellen and iatvianchick, gerri and hismouse. I appreciate it.

Comment by melindalaw on March 19, 2011 at 5:35pm

Do not this let doctor tell you something that is not true. What was the motive behind the doctor talking about fat? Makes no sense. If you know you are eating healthy things, then the question is the combination of what you are eating and how much. Do not let this doctor stop your motivation. I too exercise at 5 am in the morning, and have been a type ! for 50 years. Losing weight as a type 1 is such a delicate balance, I don't even think doctors can relate to what it takes to accomplish. Give time time. it will happen if you are eating right, and exercising, and without having a ton of hypos like I did, (that always made me think I wouldn't lose,) but eventually I did.

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