-
New to group but not to diabetes
Just came across this group - so am new to the group but not to diabetes. I see this is a large group - not sure how many people are actually participating. I notice that there is no 'chat room' where we can just chat - seems everyone one is just posting a new discussion when they come. Honestly find that difficult as it…
-
Freestyle Libre system
Good morning everyone. I have been using this system since the middle of September. The first sensor I used was completely out of whack compared to the strip. It was a free sample, so no big loss. I called the manufacturer to ask them about the difference. They said it was definitely not working right, so they sent me a…
-
September challenge
Hi everyone. I have joined a challenge to get 30 minutes of activity for every day in September. It is in support of the Ottawa Heart Institute. Last year, I had an angioplasty to have two stents in my right coronary artery. Just another joy in my life(lol) Anyway, I'm hoping it will help with my diabetes as well. I have…
-
Six small meals a day
I have been stuggling with this concept ever since I was diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis. I am not supposed to have more than 40grams of fat per day, no more that 10 grams per meal. So here's my problem. What is a small meal? Does that mean 'snack size' meals? For anyone out there who has to follow a meal plan like…
-
T2D, Chronic Pancreatitis
Hello everyone, new to MFP and the group here. I joined after my doctor suggested tracking my meals and exercise more closely for reason's I'll hopefully explain below. I guess I'm looking for some insight, advice, or even just some common ground... I was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes six years ago, along with a series of…
-
Hello!
Hello everyone! I found out I was diabetic about 4 years ago. It was under control ish (6.0 a1c) until after I had my son 1.5 years ago when it all of a sudden shot up to a 13 a1c. I haven't been taking it seriously, I got it to a 10 which is still horrible but I'm ready to make the lifestyle change. I'm doing a keto very…
-
New Member Here
Hello, my name is Aleks and I am a diabetic. I was diagnosed back in 2009 and have been on a very low carb diet. Accordingly, i did not have to take any meds until recently. My numbers are creeping up (fluctuating between an A1C of 6 and 6.5). Started meds now. I am looking to work the numbers via a Mediterranean Diabetic…
-
New to group
Hi my name is Tim I live in Illinois was diagnosed with type 2 a few years ago. I have rejoined Myfitnesspal and am working of staying healthy. My last A1C was 5.6 but I have to watch it very closely. Hope all are doin well.
-
Pebble in my shoe
I am on vacation and doing some serious walking. As many of us do, I have some neuropathy in my feet. It seems I picked up a pebble and was not aware until I took my shoes off later. I think I need to get medical to take a look at this.
-
Got off my diabetes meds.
I started doing Carnivore/Keto on 9/11/2021. Eating under 10 g of carbs a day. My A1C in July was 9.6. When I went back in November, after 2 months eating better, it was 5.6. I was getting 65-85 readings, so my doctor got rid of 15 units of basal Insulin, and cut the dose size on the 2 pills I was on. I have continued…
-
Dexcom G6
Hi Everyone. I'm trying out the Dexcom G6 system. It's a free offer, and I couldn't pass up the chance. I want to see two things. 1) how it tracks my numbers 2) if I get a rash from the adhesive. I'm allergic to most adhesives, depending on where I put it. If I've had bandages somewhere before, I'm okay, but a new spot, a…
-
Hi, Fellow Diabetics
Hi, I’m Melissa. I’m 42 and been a diabetic as long as I can remember. It started off as gestational diabetes 16 1/2 years ago when I was pregnant with my daughter, but I don’t remember what year I got the official diagnosis as Type 2. I just know that I need a lot of help to lose weight and get healthier. I eat a lot of…
-
Newbie Type 2
Hello! I am a 60-year-old female and was just diagnosed in February with Type 2, with a A1c of 7.0. My fasting blood in the mornings range from 125 - 160. I had been prediabetic for a couple of years. Still it was a shock to know that I am in the diabetic range. I am taking Metformin 800mg once a day. I started eating a…
-
Introduce myself
Hi my name is Johann, I am a 55 year old male from South Africa 🇿🇦. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 10 years ago. I am on Metformin 850 g and Glimmerpride 1mg. I life a active lifestyle walking in the week an average of 10km a day over weekends I like to cycle, I have a mtb and do an avg of 50km on weekends.
-
Sport
I like to cycle, I have mtb and marathon rides ie words cycle 50 + kilometers. It usely feel like I have no energy 😪 but I continue. I have 167km gravel race in May22 How do I train, eating the right food and still keep my bloodsugar down? Is it even possible ?
-
Hello!
My name is Kelly and I'm 25. I want to get my diabetes under control and im looking for someone with a healthy a1c to help me figure it all out. My a1c was 7.1 before pregnancy and now it's 11.3 2 years later. I need someone to bounce meal plans off of and help me build a routine. Thanks in advance! Any tips would help.…
-
Wishing everyone
a healthy and happy New Year!
-
Reducing insulin dose
Good morning and Happy New Year, Before Christmas, my doctor lowered my insulin dose from 1:15 ratio to 1:20 ratio. Of course, my finger tests where a little higher, not by much, but there you go. So, my question to you all, how long do you think it would take for your body to adjust to the new dosage?
-
Low blood sugar and cravings.
Has anyone noticed a rise in cravings after a low blood sugar incident? If I have a reading between 4(64.8) and 2.5(40.5) I I hope I did the math right. I correct for it with juice or glucose tab, but then I always seem to want something sweet after that. Anyone else?
-
When to stop medications
I have been using CGM (Libre 2 week). I lost 25 pounds (in six months) and hopefully on my way to loose another 10. My glucose readings dropped (in a way in a sudden) in the last three weeks. my night and fasting readings are between 70-100. It's almost like my body was trying to figure out the new weight for a while? In…
-
Sorry for the TMI but...
Have you ever peed and it smells really sweet? Jardiance is supposed to help your kidneys flush out excess glucose in you blood. So, since I've been taking it, every now and again when I've eaten a little more carbs than I should, the next day, when I pee, it really smells sweet. I guess that means the Jardiance is doing…
-
Newbie
Hi I am Sandra from California born and raised. I was diagnosed with T 1.5 March 2013 my A1c at the time was 14 and my B/S 500 my Dr. at the time put me on Metformin only which didn't bring down my B/S much. I got a new doctor and she put me on insulin Humulin N and R plus Metformin my A1c now is between 7.1 & 7.5 I am…
-
Misinformation is the enemy, not potatoes
Honestly? A diabetic’s worst enemy is misinformation. From telling them something is OK to eat because “it doesn’t have any sugar!” when honey was used to make it (something I have personally experienced more than once) to telling people the foods they love are an “enemy” There are different reasons for someone to develop…
-
New to All of This
Looking for some friendly advice and encouragement. I'm a 62 yo male who discovered I have a blood sugar problem about three weeks ago. My blood sugar was 278 and My A1C was 11.3. My doctor put me on MetFormin. We've drastically changed our diet, eating more vegetables, leaner meats and no sweets. Cut out almost all…
-
Noob
Hey guys! I just got my diagnoses of type 2. Both my parents have it and i'm overweight. I was told I could have 3 months to try to lower my A1C naturally before starting meds. I am trying! Whole foods, low sugar and exercise. Please add me as a friend on here as I need buddies. I have new motivation to stick to this…
-
Freestyle Libre?
My Doc put me on the freestyle libre system and I love it, however the cheapest I can find is $170 per month! I tried GoodRX and that was even higher. anyone have any suggestions? (I have 3K Deductible on my insurance so they are no help)
-
Does anyone else's blood sugar react worse to processed foods?
Over the summer I got a Dexcom meter, and since I now have a continuous record of my blood sugar, I've been revisiting my personal reaction to different foods. One of the trends I'm seeing is that I seem to react more to processed foods, and it looks like it might be whether or not preservatives are added. Has anyone else…
-
Newbie
Hi I am Sandra from California born and raised. I was diagnosed with T 1.5 March 2013 my A1c at the time was 14 and my B/S 500 my Dr. at the time put me on Metformin only which didn't bring down my B/S much. I got a new doctor and she put me on insulin Humulin N and R plus Metformin my A1c now is between 7.1 & 7.5 I am…
-
Newbie
Hi I a Sandra from California born and raised. I was diagnosed with T 1.5 March 2013 my A1c at the time was 14 and my B/S 500 my Dr. at the time put me on Metformin only which didn't bring down my B/S much. I got a new doctor and she put me on insulin Humulin N and R plus Metformin my A1c now is between 7.1 & 7.5 I am…
-
Newbie
Hi I a Sandra from California born and raised. I was diagnosed with T 1.5 March 2013 my A1c at the time was 14 and my B/S 500 my Dr. at the time put me on Metformin only which didn't bring down my B/S much. I got a new doctor and she put me on insulin Humulin N and R plus Metformin my A1c now is between 7.1 & 7.5 I am…