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Out of control.....
So, I've had type 2 for around 6 years now. When first diagnosed, I did the carb counting, testing, etc. I was and probably still am in denial since I've never had any of the problems associated with diabetes like nerve pain, blurry vision, etc. Like an idiot, I would slowly stop testing and would start eating like I did…
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I'm a grazer - think this will help?
Hi, I am a grazer...I like to snack all day long and sometimes late at night. So, in order to get my bs down, I'm thinking of making some substitutions....specifically I'm looking at eating pork rinds, beef jerky, and popcorn, instead of chips and other garbage. Anyone else doing this and has it helped? Also, if eating…
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Diabetic goals?
Hi, I'm fairly new to this place, and so far it has helped me quite a bit. I'm a 52 yr old male. I over estimated my weight when I first signed up by 4 lbs (input 190, was probably at 186) and my goal is to lose a total of 20 to 25 lbs and get down to 165 to 170. So, not a lot of weight loss needed compared to some folks.…
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Iron supplements?
Hi, I'm not anemic nor has my doctor ever mentioned anything about being low on iron, however, my food choices don't include a lot of veggies that are loaded with iron. In looking at the daily nutrition section of the android phone app, seems I usually average around 10% of the RDA of iron. Should I be looking at…
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Question about calories....
I have a friend who has lost quite a bit of weight over the last year. When she was told about this website, her comment was you can't deduct exercise calories from the food calories. Basically I think she was saying that you have to limit your calorie intake period, and not take into consideration the calories you burn…
