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  • I have been a diabetic for a while, but I have been experiencing a loss of control with A1c of 7.7 in January. I am taking 500 ER Metformin 2 x a day and recently added 25 mg of Jardience, which has the added benefit of lowering my cardiovascular events. I have A-fib and have 1 stroke in 2014. I recently met with a…
  • When I place my own recipe for the first time in MFP, I guess on how many servings. Once I cook it, I divide up the amount into bowls or plates in the amount I would eat, and weigh the bowls to be sure they are even. Then I edit the recipe for the exact number of servings I get before logging it.
  • I do find that meal planning is the most effective way to keep to a budget. After years of cooking, I know what works. I cook for 2, but am watching my calories budget as well as my food budget. I find that meats and eggs go on sale regularly, so I do not buy in bulk. I know what meats and compliments I will need for the…
  • Don't like the mobile app, I am a typist and it takes too long to add foods to the log. I prefer the website. .I've never seen any challenges.
  • I am 66 years old and diabetic. I find hunger is satiated when I increase my fiber. That calorie level seems awful low for your height. If you add 30 min. of exercise, your caloric intake will jump up and you can eat a little more. Your body may be on need of additional nutrients like fiber. If you have already increased…
  • I have been a diabetic for 10 years, and in that time followed my registered dietician' s recommendations, which is 3 to 4 carbs choices per meal, 4 oz protein 2 times a day, 2 fruits, and 2 or 3 servings of vegetables. I had a hard time with not eating what everyone else eats, and portion control. After 10 years of…
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