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Medtronic 630G gets FDA approval!
Medtronic 630G gets FDA approval! http://www.loop-blog.com/introducing-the-minimed630g-system/ No idea when this could start shipping, but I am crazy excited about it. It's waterproof and has an updated interface.
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670G Approved!
Medtronic's 670G approved! I'll be getting this as soon as its ready to ship which should be around April 2017. This approval is way earlier than expected so I'm sure Medtronic is scrambling to figure out how to meet the demand. I am a bit disappointed that it only comes in the larger size. But, its waterproof, has a new…
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T1D Predictive App
Hi Everyone, I'm working on a project for a predictive app. The idea is that the app will suggest things to you such as having a snack or taking a bolus based on foods you eat and activities you do. There are lots of apps out there but this one is different because most don't predict and tell you what to change early…
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Metformin for type 1
I've been type 1 since 1984. I've tried lots of things. Currently on a pump with Novolog and CGM. I have also been taking metformin for 7 years. Metformin was prescribed to me for PCOS. For PCOS it works really well. It also works really well for Type I because it stops your liver from dumping glucose. This makes for less…
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Beta Cells?
I don't know what is going on, but suddenly over the past week I am crazy low all morning long. I have reduced my basal rates from midnight to 10am 3 times in 3 days and still running in the 60s. I've been T1 for 30+ years so making adjustments isn't new to me. Just can't figure out what is going on that would change them…
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Alcohol to correct a high
Last night was my area's quarterly sports and exercise meeting. This meeting is all type 1s who are trying to carry on with an active lifestyle. Many do triathlons, marathons, soccer players, kayakers, paddle boarders and swimmers. We even have one member whose chosen sport is mountain climbing! So we meet to share how we…
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Dr. Bernstein's Diabetes Solution
Anyone read Dr. Bernstein's book? Anyone ever tried to follow his plan? I just read the book last night. Its very good especially if you are new to diabetes. Dr. Bernstein is type I himself so lots of what he writes is what has worked for him. Anyway...he recommends cutting carbs to nearly nothing. Just wondering if anyone…
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Building muscle
I've been trying to lose fat and gain muscle for the past 1.5 years. In that time I've gained a lot of strength and I'm sure I've lost some fat but I am no where near the amount I wanted to lose. Feeling frustrated I went to my doctor to see if there was any other reason I was having so much trouble losing as I have…
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Joint Pain
I have been doing crossfit consistently for the past year. I go 5 times per week, sometimes 6. I have been doing this for 12 months. I can complete pretty much any WOD Rx without scaling but I do scale on occasion depending on how I feel or what skill I want to focus on. Anyway over the past month I have suddenly developed…
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New Pumps
Anyone like the new pumps? I use Medtronic revel now (523) but am eligible for a new pump next Wednesday. I was planning to just upgrade to the new Medtronic Veo (I was one of the participants in the trials so I've used it before) but thought I should do some research on other options before I just get the same old thing.…
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Seasonal Changes?
I'm not sure why but every year of my diabetes life (since age 7 and I'm 37 now)...I suddenly get a bunch of lows in the fall. Every year it surprises me because I don't know what day it will start but always in the fall I have a bunch of really bad lows when I don't do anything different or unusual in the fall to bring…
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Low insulin dosage <30 units per day
Just wondering if anyone out there is type 1 and on a very low insulin dosage? I have had significant trouble managing lows and highs and I suspect some of that is because I am so sensitive. I have been diabetic since 1984 so I don't think I have LADA or MODY. Since I was diagnosed so long ago nobody ever checked for…
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22 Factors that affect BG - Great article!
Most of these you most likely already know. I was surprised to learn that lack of sleep causes BG to rise. I'm sure there are some others that will surprise you too! Check out Adam's corner: How many factors actually affect blood glucose?…
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Seattle Crossfitter Partner for Battle on Admiral?
I want to participate in the Battle on Admiral (Crossfit West Seattle) on Sept. 27th. Its 1 division and requires a partner. Any males want to help me out? There will be 3 WODs which they say they will release prior to the event. https://crossfitws.frontdeskhq.com/courses/30664 This is my first competition and there should…
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FlexiFix
Just wanted to share a recommendation for Flexifix. I was at a T1DM sports and exercise meeting and someone who is very active in water skiing was saying how great Flexifix is. I have not used this product but she said that she was able to make a template out of it and would place it over her infusion sets and tubing to…
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Monthly Skill
So each month I'm trying to focus on learning/improving a skill. Last month was handstands and the month before was double unders. This month I can't think of anything to work on. Any ideas? I've only been doing crossfit since Dec. so I need practice at nearly everything but find that focusing on one thing helps me more…
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When to fuel
I'm sure this is covered but I couldn't find it in the search so here goes...I work out at 6am. I almost always eat beforehand but wondering if I am eating the right things? Also should I eat differently when we are on a strength cycle vs. doing metcons? Do I need to eat again after? My coaches are telling me I need…
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Yearly Endo Visit
Just got back from my yearly endo visit and my doctor just told me I was very "lean". I mentioned that my biggest issue was that my infusion sets were getting clogged within 24 hours and were not lasting anywhere close to the 3 days they are supposed too. She said that the likely cause is because I am so "lean" and when I…
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Weight loss success?
Has anyone had success with weight loss? If so what did you do? I'm trying to lose 35 pounds. I will be happy with 5! Just need to get the scale moving the right direction. My dr. think insulin maybe the problem but obviously I can't do anything about that. I excise 5 times per week and try my best to eat whole, natural…
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Body Fat %
Hi Everyone, Where do you go to get an accurate measurement of things like lean muscle, body fat, etc...? I am currently tracking with an OMROM scale which tells me these things but I don't think the numbers it is telling me could possibly be accurate. For example I am 5'4 and weight 170.4. The scale says my BMI is 24…
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Medtronic Enlite Sensors
I just got the new Enlite sensor for the Medtronic pump. I have been using it for 3 weeks (same sensor) and its amazing! It doesn't hurt, its accurate, the battery somehow seems to last longer than the old sensors did. I don't know how that can be since I didn't get a new transmitter but in the 3 weeks I have only…
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Help with losing!
I started CF the first week of Dec. Admittedly I had a slow start and lots of trouble figuring getting the form and technique for lifting done right. The past month or so however I am starting to love it! I know how to do the moves and people in my class have complimented my technique. I think I am lifting more but its…
