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How are your wildernesses behaved?

invalid@example.com (CalgaryDiabetic) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 11:37:27 +0000

Here it has been lovely for the last couple of weeks. Better than summer when IMO it was too hot i.e. 30 C. Today +10 C i.e. 50 F. We were bemused by the heavy snow storm in Texas but felt sorry for all the accidents on the road. The arctic air side of Jet stream seems to go way down south. Possibly no snow for Christmas. I can live with that but Canada (with the exception of our semi-tropical paradise) without snow is like Hell without fire.

What Was Your Fasting Blood Glucose Today?

invalid@example.com (Buckeye Girl) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 11:35:36 +0000

My fasting blood glucose this morning was 86! I am happy with that!

Low Carbers--What did you eat?

invalid@example.com (ShottleBop) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 02:44:04 +0000

This is what I ate Monday, November 21:

Breakfast: avocado, hot dog, pistachios, coffee with cream

Lunch: chef's salad (lettuce, bell peppers, cheese, diced roast beef and turkey), dressed with olive oil, 1/2 pack of roasted pumpkin seeds

4:15 PM: macadamias

Dinner: mixed seafood and veggie stirfry; 1/2 oz. baking chocolate, 2 squares 85%; low-carb ice cream; 2 slices English cheddar

What's for dinner tonight?

invalid@example.com (Chrysalis) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 01:16:34 +0000

I love cooking and being creative in the kitchen. I also love being inspired by others' ideas. So let's post on this thread some of the nice meals we are making these days for ourselves and our families. This thread is for posting menus and perhaps photos. It's not for posting recipes. However, if anyone wants a recipe, just ask for it.

Tonight I made Thai Spicy Coconut Shrimp Soup - one of our favorites, and I think it is one of the prettiest dishes in the world! It's made with chicken...

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Oops, IOS updated before Medtronic CGM approval.

invalid@example.com (Old Man Bo) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:49:48 +0000

I am using a Medtronic 780G system with Instinct sensor. The instinct sensor requires the Medtronic iPhone ap for its installation. Once the sensor is activated and linked to the pump the ap is no longer required for pump control. Instructions with the Instinct sensor are specific and require disabling updates of the phones iOS until approved by Medtronic. That is where I screwed up and somehow allowed an automatic iOS update before it was approved by Medtronic. Now my iPhone displays...

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Meal replacements safe amounts

invalid@example.com (nugget1) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:52:29 +0000

I can't seem to find the safe limit, if there is one, of how many meal replacement drinks a person can have in one day. I don't have access to a dietician but maybe someone here knows this answer anyway.
All I've been able to find is that 2 are safe and the third meal a whole foods meal. I've even typed in how many are safe as the sole diet eaten (drank). Does anyone know? Is it just a one per meal thing so 3 a day? Or is it safe to have more?

Disability psych review

invalid@example.com (joker33) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:17:34 +0000

I had to see an independent psychologist yesterday to determine if my depression still qualifies for disability. I had depression most of my life ,and some year are better than others. In recent time I”m ready to get back to work since my eye sight has improved.
]I’m not sure why I had to do this though? If the government is so worried about fraud from disability instead of I don’t know like missiles and bombs being dropped that cost’s 100 some odd thousand.

I”m doing alright...

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Protein pills?

invalid@example.com (nugget1) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 19:48:44 +0000

Is there such a thing as protein pills?
I know there's powder but I'm asking if protein pills exist?

Happiness is...

invalid@example.com (thommes) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:42:47 +0000

Started this same thread in a different forum a long, long, time ago, in a galaxy far far away. The thread kept going until the forum was shut down. No wrong answer and there's more than one right answer. You may have several answers.

Happiness is a dinner cooked by mom.

Post your daily exercise

invalid@example.com (plymouth) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 15:30:05 +0000

Anyone interested in doing this? I think it would motivate me. I like the post what you ate thread on low carb as it both motivates and educates me, thought this might do the same.

What did you have for breakfast today?

invalid@example.com (Jeffers) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:42:28 +0000

I had scrambled eggs on toast. Not sure if that is good or bad I tested an hour afterwards and was 7.4, so I think that was ok? And I did have organic, wholemeal, seeded bread and Flora light margarine.

I have read/heard a lot of different things about diet and have to say as a newly diagnosed diabetic I am thoroughly confused! My nurse said to eat normally though, but cut down on fat, salt and sugar which I think I am doing ok - the odd slip aside! I don't need to lose any weight...

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TV series: old and new, binge watch or not

invalid@example.com (joker33) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 13:31:28 +0000

what doesn't kill you it was on prime
Now I'm watching this brit tv show called Midsomer Murders

Proper pronunciation please

invalid@example.com (nugget1) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 02:17:01 +0000

I need to know how to properly pronounce the word-- titrating.
The word that describes insulin adjustments. Is it titration as in eye or grit? Is it a long I sound or short?

A Movie Thread

invalid@example.com (Seaker) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:57:47 +0000

I couldn't find one so I thought I'd start one. Would any of you like to discuss movies you like?

I've just seen the trailer for one called Five Flights Up, starring Diane Keaton and Morgan Freeman. It looks good and I like both of them. Wonder if it's worth paying $3.99 to rent?

The last movie I rented based on the trailer (and actors) was Saving Grace, which I liked OK.

High protein

invalid@example.com (joker33) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:30:48 +0000

My last albumin Creatine test showed lot of protein leakage. My PCP ask me if I was seeing a Kidney doctor. I'm waiting on his reply because I have been loading up on protein to prove muscle loss while on glp1s.

Any tips thoughts
Tia

Pre-Diabetic?

invalid@example.com (dad1978) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:27:47 +0000

In my most recent lab work my fasting BG came in at 103. That is the first time I have had a reading over 100, and the doctor didn't order an HBA1C. She consulted with me after and said I was pre-diabetic. She told me to cut as many carbs as I could from my diet, and she would restest at the end of June (which would be 3 months after that test). She said she would also do an HBA1C at that time as well.

So I have cut my carbs way down, and have dropped some weight. I was little...

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What Did You Have For Lunch?

invalid@example.com (Sweetpoison) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:15:11 +0000

I know there are probably a kazillion lunch threads so If this needs to be merged it's all good! I just need some lunch ideas!

Having said that ~

I just had the best lunch on a dime Fried cheese in butter with garlic until crispy. OMG! To DIE For! And also fried ham in butter ~ fried high and quick!

I know some of you are home during the day ( retired, so not fair, but whatever ) So I wanted to know What's For Lunch?

Struggling with Mental Health – How Do You Start to Heal?

invalid@example.com (Victoriaashford) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:25:30 +0000

I've been dealing with mental health challenges for a while now, and it's really starting to take a toll on my life—emotionally, mentally, and even physically. Some days I feel completely drained, like I’m just going through the motions. I want to get better, but I honestly don’t know where to start.

If you've gone through something similar, what helped you? How did you begin to pull yourself out of that dark place and start healing? Any advice or small steps would mean a lot right now.

Metabolic Health: GLP-1s and the DIY Longevity Movement

invalid@example.com (Julie De Vos) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:00:30 +0000

The Metabolic Health Project looks at how lifestyle and genetics shape metabolism, bridging the gap between clinical research and daily living. While originally created for those without diabetes or with prediabetes, the insights on GLP-1s make it relevant for those living with type 2 diabetes who are newer to GLP-1s.

"A recent Everyday Health–YouGov online survey of nearly 3,000 U.S. adults found that most people either haven't heard the term metabolic health or don't fully understand...

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Recommended bread? Hero seeded bread?

invalid@example.com (drshar) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 17:04:40 +0000

Hi. I buy a type of seeded bread from Whole Foods but am looking for a lower carb option. I searched on the internet and found bread called Hero seeded bread. Has anyone used this bread? Would you consider it for a healthy bread option? Do you have any other recommendations for very low carb breads to eat once in awhile?

Participate in an international research study on stigma-free type 2 diabetes healthcare

invalid@example.com (Ekpor) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 16:59:22 +0000

Hi Everyone.

The Australian Centre for Behavioural Research in Diabetes (ACBRD), in collaboration with the diaTribe Foundation (US), invites adults living with type 2 diabetes to share their experiences and perspectives on stigma-free diabetes healthcare in an international survey. The findings will help us understand what stigma-free diabetes healthcare looks like in practice and will inform future research and practical resources to support healthcare professionals in providing...

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B.S. Control (Update)

invalid@example.com (nugget1) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:51:42 +0000

I wasn't sure where this would fit but it is an update.
Currently to try to control my bs I eat as little as possible.
I've tried the various suggestions here and this is the best ive got at this time.

Getting back to controlling my blood sugar and diet

invalid@example.com (slanoue) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:17:48 +0000

Hi, everyone! I haven't been on here for a while. I haven't done very well the past few years at controlling my blood sugar. I've had lots of stress, and not dealing well with it. Not testing much, eating the wrong foods, etc. I've been to a lot of doctors in the past year, so I wanted to lose some more weight and control my blood sugar more before it controls me! I've never been great at testing and keeping track of what I eat, so I just got the Dexcom G7 10 day continuous glucose monitor...

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New Kind of Low (at least for me)

invalid@example.com (Rob) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 20:29:14 +0000

Had two bad events which everyone else thought was due to low BGs, I thought it was something else. They were right for the wrong reasons, and the EMTs did the wrong thing. You may find this interesting.

Previous night, normal protein forward dinner at 6. Go to bed early, and wake up very early, my normal routine.

Drink a pot of coffee, read the morning news and answer email. About 8:30 a warmup walk of half a mile, then do my weekly run/walk of 4-6 miles. (note no breakfast, I'm not...

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Melatonin

invalid@example.com (musicat) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:06:01 +0000

How many mg melatonin do you take when you have trouble sleeping?
Or do you take it on a regular basis to prevent trouble sleeping?
I've been taking 2mg before bed, but don't think it's enough. (although I also take a couple more mg every few hours when I wake up during the night, before going back to bed.)

At what point do you inject bedtime insulin?

invalid@example.com (musicat) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:35:21 +0000

Because my blood glucose keeps dropping at bedtime, I don't know when or if to inject my bedtime Lantus.
Sometimes I've just been skipping it entirely, rather than risk going too low overnight.
I think this is due to eating less since my stroke last year.
Anybody else have this problem?

5 years since receiving my gift of life in Sept!

invalid@example.com (RealLadyLazarus) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:13:02 +0000

Just a short note to advise that I've clocked up 5 years now with my beautiful & very healthy kidney transplant!

Though I am 5 years older, my kidney function remains at the same healthy normal level as at the beginning (eGFR of 86).

This is really just to give hope to all those who may be facing the need for a kidney transplant in the future. I didn't quite believe how good a Tx can be. I was so sceptical & felt my life will be soon over. But thankfully for me I had a real Guardian...

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Golden Teddy

invalid@example.com (musicat) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:05:39 +0000

Confused, what to make out about CGM monitoring

invalid@example.com (Prickly) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 08:54:53 +0000

Hi all
I read that the CGM meter reads interstitial values. I compared them with the meter. Initially the CGM showed 322 whereas the meter showed 266. Later on, this difference started decreasing and after about 8 hours, both readings were almost similar.

Blood Glucose values reduce if I walk and there the meter readings went down much more than with CGM, where probably I need to move my hands as the sensor is in the upper arm.

I walked around 300 steps but CGM value decreased only by 1-2...

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184 after oats, but pizza is fine? I’m losing my mind.

invalid@example.com (genericoncology) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 07:52:16 +0000

I’m currently looking at a 184 on my meter and I actually wasted a second test strip because I was convinced the device was malfunctioning. I had a small bowl of plain steel-cut oats for breakfast—the supposedly "safe" choice—yet my body reacted to it like it was pure syrup, while the pizza I had yesterday barely caused a ripple. This constant, invisible calculation is the part nobody warns you about; it makes the disease feel less like a health condition and more like a high-stakes...

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Advice. Long-term abdominal pains.

invalid@example.com (bradscott6997) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:39:33 +0000

Here's my story. I'm a 48 year old type 1. I run and work out 6 days a week. My last A1C was about 7.1. I'm taking the following medications:
*Lisinopril. For my blood pressure, which has never been really bad, but started getting a little bad, and docs put me on the med due to that and my age.
*Rosuvastatin. For my cholesterol.
*Omeprazole. This was initially prescribed by docs, thinking that maybe I had acid reflux. I don't think that's my issue, but at this point, I'm desperate for...

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The Buck Institute

invalid@example.com (HighHopes) — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:16:45 +0000

I read about a person who was taking a trip to visit this facility. I looked it up and was fascinated! I found it quite interesting and now think I might venture a visit there if I am in CA next year.

Home

www.buckinstitute.org

Dexcom G7

invalid@example.com (Crickie22) — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:41:22 +0000

I can't locate a discussion about the G7 but would like to ask how well it stays on your skin and how do you like it compared to the G6. I'm having to switch as Tandem is no longer making the G6 and I'm a bit irritated about it because I hear elsewhere that the tape is no better.

Dexcom Apology

invalid@example.com (Julie De Vos) — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:34:50 +0000

Did you all see the social media announcement/apology from Dexcom regarding their new data collection policies?

Here's the post:

View this content on Instagram

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Thoughts?

Experiences of Culturally Driven Diabetes-Related Stigma

invalid@example.com (t2dresearch) — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:56:33 +0000

Dear Prospective Participant:

Hello, my name is Sadana Padmanabhan, and I am from Thomas Jefferson University’s Department
of Health Science & Clinical Practice. Working with Dr. Kirby Wycoff, PhD, I am inviting you to
consider participating in a research study titled Experiences of Culturally Driven Diabetes-Related
Stigma Among Minoritized Young Adults with Type 2 Diabetes.

The purpose of this study is to explore how racially and ethnically minoritized young adults (ages 18
to 29) with...

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True or False

invalid@example.com (Maurice09) — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:34:52 +0000

Once you have diabetes, you will always have diabetes?

Getting ready for New years

invalid@example.com (joker33) — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 21:59:14 +0000

I signed up for the Mayo clinic diet it reminds me of noom does have a workout program as well with it.
You still can still make the meal plain lo carb or keto if you choose. Time to make changes going to start working out tomorrow. Go groceary shopping for the new meal plains. I need to lose weight once and for all. I also have another cornea transplant surgery for the 1/31 ,so I would be on the couch.

Curiosity Regarding Blood Pressure and Type II...

invalid@example.com (bballard) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:20:02 +0000

Hello folks, I hope all are doing well.

I have noticed a curious trend over the past year or so with my blood pressure and blood glucose tests. I test blood pressure once a day, typically, within 20 minutes or so after waking up, and test my fasting glucose immediately after waking up. My blood glucose levels are well controlled with meds, (Metformin, 2000mg/day) diet, and exercise and typically fall into the range of 95-120, depending on carb intake of course. (I'm not Keto, but generally...

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I don't think my insulins are working

invalid@example.com (oldandample) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 04:04:11 +0000

Well at least they are not working very well. I have a CGM and take humalog and lantus. My fasting blood sugars are high, in spite of 20 to 25 units of lantus at night and my higher blood sugars don't seem to respond very well to the doses of Humalog. I know it all depends on what I'm eating so it might be a difficult question to answer but suffice it to say that my blood sugar is are high when I have eaten nothing all night or morning . Q
There are so many variables maybe this question is...

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