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I've never heard our blood described quite like that. Welcome to the group.

Thanks guys. I'm glad to be back and have someone to talk to about my challenges. We all have them, and sometimes they seem insurmountable. I do not like the summer. I can't take the heat. No excuse. I will start going back to the pool in my apartment building when it's too hot for outdoor activity. In the meantime, I have…

All good advice by the others. What saved me was a diabetic classes that taught me how to check blood sugars, different excercise choices, and a diabet group led by a diabetes educator. The group was a support group, and we had a lot of laughs, but we did check in with other when we weren't meeting. You can do it alone,…

First things first, don't add salt to anything. But I guess you knew that. I found a delicious mix of lemon pepper at a farmer's market. It is great on fish and/or chicken. I usually use separate spices when I cook(which isn't that often). Also, a great chinese spices mix. It does had some salt, but you only need a pinch…

It does take determination to change your diet for the long haul. Baby steps. This app is definitely a huge help for me. Carbs, are carbs, are carbs. fruits and veggies. whole wheat instead of white breads. Good luck, and keep us posted.

Hello Dave. I am a T3C which is caused by trauma to the pancreas. No matter what I do, I will always need insulin and meds. When I was first told was diabetic, I was expecting it, so I wasn't too upset. I thought I was doing everything right, but I had to start taking insulin. That was more upsetting that being diabetic.…

Thanks. I did a bit of research, and they will apply it to the taxes for 2015 and 2022 automatically. Then, I claim the amount on my income tax for the following years. So, all's well that ends well.

Update from Revenue Canada. I have been approved for the Disability Tax Credit for the years from 2015 to 2028. They'll be sending me a letter in the mail. I know I get a certificate number for future tax returns but not sure how to apply it to my past returns. Hopefullu the letter explains it all. But, I'm so glad that I…

I hear ya about the portion control. My problem with buffets is that I see one thing, then another, and before I know it, I've chosen the things I want but not the things I need. And of course, portions.

Hi Tara. One thing my doctor has suggested to me, eat some protein every meal or snack to slow down the sugar spikes. So far, it has really helped. I have cereal every morning for breakfast, so I add a low fat cheese stick to breakfast, and that helps my sugars not to spike.

I will definitely talk to my doctor when I see them this month. My blood sugars are well in control, it's the the pancreatitis attacks that I'm trying to eliminate. I count the carbs and do my best to keep within 40g of fat per day. Calories are between 1200 and 1300 per day. Thanks so much for all you insights everyone.

A1C was down from 7% to 6.9%. Not a lot, but it's something.

Definitely a good result for a bad beginning. As of today, I am down 10 lbs and I average 6-7 units of fast acting insulin per day. And I had my blood tests this morning, and if my Freestyle Libre is to be believed, my A1C should be down. We'll see!

Last update, September 15. When I applied, I ticked the box that asked if I want this applied to past tax returns. If they approve, it will be applied to all my tax returns since 2015, when I was first diagnosed.

Apparently, they are processing my application, and a decision will be ready on or about August 5. Keeping my fingers crossed.

Great job on the A1C. I know you work hard at maintaining control over your diabetes.

Welcome. What do you mean by started at 86 down to 53?

I just hope the government agrees.

It does. I am using the same stategies as you I guess. I have stopped stocking up during sales. Honestly, do I really need 10 jars of instant coffee? So, I've limited the 'stock up' to two of whatever is on sales that I use. I'm not a fan of frozen veggies or veggies. When I do cook a veggie, it's either broccoli or…

I'm doing pretty good. How about yourself? My A1C was down to what my doctor likes. 7%, which keeps me from having lows, and because of the damage to my pancreas, really is the best I can expect without lows. I am trying to work my budget in a new and different way. I usually check the sales before I do groceries, then…

Hi. I am definitely not keto. It's my personal choice, because I find if I restrict to much of a food group, that's all I want. Also, I have a severly damaged pancreas, so I can't it too much fat without dealing with a pancreatitis attack. So, in an effort to keep a balanced, diabetes friendly diet I have divided my macros…

I was getting a little slack with checking my after meal BG. So, I started again about a month ago. I can definitely see a pattern emerging. I have my most carb heavy meal for breakfast, and take the appropriate insulin dose. I check two hours after, and my BG is a little high. But, the rest of the day is lower carb meals,…

I like a nice whole wheat bread. I have Dempsters(only in Canada, I think). I know this is an unpopular statement, but bread is not the enemy. We do needs carbs to keep everything working as it should, just not overdoing it. Everything in moderation. Find a good whole wheat bread. And enjoy. the bread I have is 31g carbs…

So, how were your follow-up tests? I have low iron, so now I have to take iron pills. I swear, if I have to take one more pill, I'll scream. But, I guess I can't really complain too much, if it weren't for modern medicine, we may not even be here.

Not too bad thanks for asking. A1C was 7.3%. I knew that was going to happen because she lowered my insulin dose. Weight was up a bit, but what the hell. I wasn't as active as usual, and not drinking as much water. So, March is a new month, it's snowing today, but once it tapers off, I'll head out for a walk.

Welcome.

For two reasons, I can't follow the keto diet. 1) If I try to eliminate a food group, that's all I crave. I'm doing my best to follow a pancreas friendly diet. 2) Because of my chronic pancreatitis, I have to limit my fat intake to between 30 and 40 grams of fat a day. More than that, and I am in extreme pain for days. So,…

I would start with tracking what you eat here, like others have said. One thing that helped me keep on track and not get too discouraged, was making mini goals. For instance, I am going to lose 10 pounds to start. Not looking at the bigger number was less daunting. And I know this sounds silly, but every day that I did at…

That's great! What diet are you following, or are you just eating better? I'm doing my best to stay on target, but somedays are harder than others. Keep up the good work.

well, I guess that's something to strive toward.