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en-US Diabetes Daily Forums Helping people living with diabetes thrive! Tue, 04 Aug 2026 02:42:13 +0000 Tue, 04 Aug 2026 02:42:13 +0000 Diabetes Daily Forums https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/ Post your daily exercise Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:08:50 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/post-your-daily-exercise.75275/ 75275 invalid@example.com (plymouth) plymouth 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.]]> 12200 How are your wildernesses behaved? Mon, 03 Aug 2026 20:30:38 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/how-are-your-wildernesses-behaved.107885/ 107885 invalid@example.com (CalgaryDiabetic) CalgaryDiabetic 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.]]> 12025 What's for dinner tonight? Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:22:52 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/whats-for-dinner-tonight.83675/ 83675 invalid@example.com (Chrysalis) Chrysalis 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...

Read more]]> 10219 Happiness is... Mon, 03 Aug 2026 18:56:29 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/happiness-is.132060/ 132060 invalid@example.com (thommes) thommes 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.]]> 1429 What Did You Have For Lunch? Mon, 03 Aug 2026 17:08:54 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/what-did-you-have-for-lunch.90102/ 90102 invalid@example.com (Sweetpoison) Sweetpoison 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 :clappingsmiley:

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 :laugh:

) So I wanted to know What's For Lunch?]]> 5662 What did you have for breakfast today? Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:35:19 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/what-did-you-have-for-breakfast-today.200/ 200 invalid@example.com (Jeffers) Jeffers 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...

Read more]]> 1363 What Was Your Fasting Blood Glucose Today? Mon, 03 Aug 2026 14:03:27 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/what-was-your-fasting-blood-glucose-today.52525/ 52525 invalid@example.com (Buckeye Girl) Buckeye Girl My fasting blood glucose this morning was 86! I am happy with that!

]]> 62983 Low Carbers--What did you eat? Mon, 03 Aug 2026 03:29:21 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/low-carbers-what-did-you-eat.60404/ 60404 invalid@example.com (ShottleBop) ShottleBop 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]]> 10335 Chocolate Almond Flour Cupcakes Sun, 02 Aug 2026 21:17:35 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/chocolate-almond-flour-cupcakes.154447/ 154447 invalid@example.com (Triv) Triv I have made these and they’re wonderful, as are all his recipes that I’ve tried.

Chocolate Almond Flour Cupcakes

Almond Flour Cupcakes {6 Ingredients} - The Big Man's World ®

These 6-ingredient almond flour cupcakes are a low carb take on classic chocolate cupcakes! Light and fluffy and moist in the middle.

thebigmansworld.com

]]> 2 Proof of Life Sat, 01 Aug 2026 20:51:48 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/proof-of-life.154446/ 154446 invalid@example.com (HaoleBoy) HaoleBoy Just checking in to let those that remember me that I'm alive and as well as can be expected.
Took me a minute to realize I was in the right place and then to figure out he how to navigate the new format.
Still living in The Bluegrass and after 3 years still struggling to adapt to so much humidity (and snow).
Hope y'all are doing well.]]> 5 What are you currently reading? Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:53:25 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/what-are-you-currently-reading.45662/ 45662 invalid@example.com (lowspark) lowspark I didn't see this topic out there and figured enough people like to read. I got an Amazon Kindle for my b-day and it is quickly becoming my favorite electronic device. So I have been reading more than ever. Right now its The Passage by Justin Cronin. I am about 40% into it right now and it is good. A new twist on the vampire genre. Sort of in line with Stephen Kings The Stand. Definitely not in the Twilight vein though.]]> 3166 Long Covid is still a problem Sat, 01 Aug 2026 16:25:29 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/long-covid-is-still-a-problem.146759/ 146759 invalid@example.com (Chrysalis) Chrysalis Here we are in the summer of 2024 and Covid is making a comeback. As several members here (including me) have noted, most current cases are mild. It mostly feels like a head cold, although Covid tests are positive. Please do a self-test to find out if you have Covid or not. If you do, take it seriously. Healthcare professionals are warning that even if the infection is mild, some patients can develop life-threatening complications and some of them can develop the same long Covid problems...

Read more]]> 15 Is there a thing as too much exercise? Sat, 01 Aug 2026 11:45:06 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/is-there-a-thing-as-too-much-exercise.154203/ 154203 invalid@example.com (AllisonDawn) AllisonDawn After being hospitalized last month, I lost a significant amount of muscle. When I was released I could barely walk, just far enough to the bathroom and back to bed. It was suggested I start swimming to build muscle in a low impact way. For the last 4 weeks, I've been averaging 2.5 hours of activity per day, mostly swimming but also rebounding, walking, and recently resistance training with a Bowflex machine. My numbers have very minimal change. They will decrease during my swim, around 20...

Read more]]> 7 Where else can I wear my sensor? Fri, 31 Jul 2026 21:08:23 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/where-else-can-i-wear-my-sensor.153103/ 153103 invalid@example.com (DKH63) DKH63 I've been placing the sensors as they suggest but I've had to replace them more often than normal and my arms are turning black from bruising. Removed one and it was infected under the sensor. Had blood on my shirt and it was leaking out of the hole in the sensor also. For some reason I catch my shirt on them and pull them off so I try to watch for that but I need to give my arms a break so they can heal up.
I've had so many bad sensors within 7-8 weeks and have sent back about 15 sensors...

Read more]]> 29 Golden Teddy Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:04:26 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/golden-teddy.145999/ 145999 invalid@example.com (musicat) musicat

]]> 74 Diagnosed Type 2, though my new doctor is not convinced Fri, 31 Jul 2026 01:27:32 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/diagnosed-type-2-though-my-new-doctor-is-not-convinced.154202/ 154202 invalid@example.com (AllisonDawn) AllisonDawn There is no doubt that I am diabetic. After a DKA scare, they thought there was a possibility I was misdiagnosed in 2018 and I am Type 1. The results came back negative. My family doctor is not very knowledgeable about diabetes, but the doctor who worked with me during my DKA is a diabetic specialist. She discussed the possibility of more tests to be positive.

Are treatment strategies different depending on the Type of diabetes? Or is it still just trial and error until something works?]]> 11 T2 not sure any more Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:02:06 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/t2-not-sure-any-more.154268/ 154268 invalid@example.com (cheyne) cheyne Hi,
After reaching the glucose limits before slipping into a coma it has transpired that what I eat has little to do with my glucose levels. As I have autonomic polyneuropathy and now FND, food or fluid is being stuck in the upper stomach log jaming and causing an urgent reaction and the dumping of glucose into the system to fight the problem. This is causing spikes of 26 mmol/l daily. That is about 470 mg/dl. Not being able to tolerate medication is causing trouble. I'm classed as T2 still...

Read more]]> 28 When can I update my I-phone when using a Medtronic CGM sensor? Thu, 30 Jul 2026 03:52:11 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/when-can-i-update-my-i-phone-when-using-a-medtronic-cgm-sensor.153843/ 153843 invalid@example.com (Old Man Bo) Old Man Bo I finally got my instinct sensor working with a new sensor from Medtronic . I looked over the complete procedure before starting the sensor and noted that I was to disable Ios auto updates and to not update until the update and Medtronic app were compatible. I had my I-phone on auto updating so I turned that feature OFF. Apple has an update that they claim to be very important and I like to keep my I-hone up to date anyway but Medtronic doesn't want me to update. How do I determine...

Read more]]> 17 T2 & Keto? Thu, 30 Jul 2026 03:50:01 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/t2-keto.154284/ 154284 invalid@example.com (tracie121) tracie121 Did anyone with T2 following keto? may i know the results and progress of keto during T2 here???]]> 5 Did a dumb thing Thu, 30 Jul 2026 03:49:12 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/did-a-dumb-thing.147477/ 147477 invalid@example.com (Blue65) Blue65 I got my refill of 5 Novolog flex pens yesterday. I inadvertently left the box of them on the bathroom counter for 6-8 hours not in the fridge where they should be. I promptly put them in the fridge. It's winter so our house is about 65 degrees. Does anyone know if the insulin will still be good?]]> 17 Sudden aggressive cataracts from corticosteroid use! Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:08:49 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/sudden-aggressive-cataracts-from-corticosteroid-use.154278/ 154278 invalid@example.com (RealLadyLazarus) RealLadyLazarus It's been a convoluted journey for me. I have seen 4 different ophthalmologists over the past 2 years & it's been very difficult to actually get a cataract diagnosis. One leading cataract surgeon actually told me that I have no cataracts! Others have said that I do but it's not severe enough to have surgery.

Well over the last 6 months, they have developed rapidly. Now I see things in a hazy way with great difficulty seeing fine print in dim lights, etc.

I actually have a consultation...

Read more]]> 5 Hi from Sydney - 6 years T1D, MDI, built my own Libre app. Is the forecast bit actually useful? Mon, 27 Jul 2026 22:50:03 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/hi-from-sydney-6-years-t1d-mdi-built-my-own-libre-app-is-the-forecast-bit-actually-useful.154435/ 154435 invalid@example.com (SangraMate) SangraMate Hi all. Volo, Sydney Australia. Diagnosed at 29 so about 6 years now - was a bit of a shock, everyone kept telling me this was the one kids get

MDI, no pump. Nothing against pumps, just never felt like the right move for me and honestly nobody pushed me either way. Libre for CGM. Sitting somewhere around 93-95% in range lately which reads nicer than it feels, because breakfast still gets me maybe 2 mornings out of 7 and I kinda made peace with that.

Day job is software, 15 years of it...

Read more]]> 8 Moving to the G7 with T:slim Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:38:40 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/moving-to-the-g7-with-t-slim.154438/ 154438 invalid@example.com (Julie De Vos) Julie De Vos I'm on my last G6 sensor

and in a few days will be changing over to the 7.

Any tips or advice for making the most out of it? I'm using a Tandem t:slim and don't want to have connectivity issues. I've had enough problems with pump sites lately I don't want to have to deal with loss of signal as well.

G7 users give me all of your insider tips, please!!]]> 0 Psychic Experiences Sun, 26 Jul 2026 19:03:31 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/psychic-experiences.154407/ 154407 invalid@example.com (JudyF22) JudyF22 Can't find the article where I read this, but they had some sort of machine hooked up to a plant which was in a room when a person physically hurt another person. When the person that did the hurting was brought back into the room, the machine showed the plant started trembling -- it recognized the person.

Since I'm getting old, I'll risk telling a secret -- when I died in 1982, on the other side it showed how everything was alive on Earth and aware of their existence on some level. Even...

Read more]]> 18 Anybody else? Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:06:19 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/anybody-else.154389/ 154389 invalid@example.com (WhiteLightning02) WhiteLightning02 So, I have been having trouble getting my Lantus Rx filled at Walmart. They said it is always on back order. It's been about a couple weeks now. I called Express Scripts ( My drug overlord ) about Lantus. They had no clue, either. Then they checked their mail order availability. Oops on back order, not available. So I called Sanofi (The manufacturer). No clue there is a problem. Both of the others had told me it was a national problem. Hmmmm. The next choice I have is to switch to Basligar...

Read more]]> 6 My wife and meals Fri, 24 Jul 2026 02:57:09 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/my-wife-and-meals.153904/ 153904 invalid@example.com (Blue65) Blue65 I haven't posted here in a while I apologize for not being more active. I have an dilemna, that's not new. Due to my wife's work schedule I do pretty much all of the cooking. She loves pasta, potatoes, bread etc (who doesn't). All of the foods I'm not supposed to eat, she has to have cookies, chips on hand. I love those things, it's like torture having them on hand and doing my best not to eat them. I try to cook foods that I can eat with type 1. she is a very fussy eater so a good share of...

Read more]]> 29 Father on Hospice Fri, 24 Jul 2026 01:57:04 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/father-on-hospice.148613/ 148613 invalid@example.com (HighHopes) HighHopes My father went on Hospice Wednesday. He is home and I’m the sole caregiver (my mom is here too, but is 84, barely mobile and unable to help), except for a little help from one niece who is an EMT. I didn’t realize how intensive the around the clock end stage care is This happened suddenly so I was not prepared. Had been searching for a nursing home, but that never happened. The nurse says we are not at active dying stage yet, but almost there. The rattle of congestion has been really...

Read more]]> 29 Should be happy with no spike, but I am left feeling frustrated Thu, 23 Jul 2026 05:53:28 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/should-be-happy-with-no-spike-but-i-am-left-feeling-frustrated.154253/ 154253 invalid@example.com (AllisonDawn) AllisonDawn I’ve been watching my carb intake, choosing high protein and high fibre meals and snacks, moving my body, and my blood sugar hovers around 9-10 (162-180). This afternoon I ate a slice of pizza (semi out of feeling discouraged and semi convenience). I was going to have broccoli and chicken but after having levels around 9 all day, I felt like it wasn’t going to make a difference anyway, no matter what I eat I stay at 9. Ordered the kids pizza to eat on the hour long drive to the pool. It’s...

Read more]]> 9 My doctor says diabetes is affecting my kidneys. I honestly didn't realize this could happen. Thu, 23 Jul 2026 01:01:39 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/my-doctor-says-diabetes-is-affecting-my-kidneys-i-honestly-didnt-realize-this-could-happen.154406/ 154406 invalid@example.com (hopewellpk) hopewellpk I've been managing diabetes for a while, and at my last appointment my doctor mentioned that my kidney function needs to be monitored more closely.

I knew diabetes could affect the eyes and feet, but I never really understood how serious the risk to the kidneys could be.

Has anyone here been diagnosed with diabetic kidney disease?

How did you cope emotionally when you first heard the news, and what changes made the biggest difference for you?]]> 3 Has anyone here needed financial assistance for diabetes-related kidney treatment? Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:37:01 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/has-anyone-here-needed-financial-assistance-for-diabetes-related-kidney-treatment.154402/ 154402 invalid@example.com (hopewellpk) hopewellpk Living with diabetes can be challenging enough, but the financial side of managing complications can be just as overwhelming. I've been reading about how diabetic kidney disease can eventually require expensive treatments like kidney dialysis, and it made me wonder how people manage those costs.

For anyone who's been through this personally or has a family member who has:

Were you able to find financial assistance or charitable healthcare organizations?
Did your hospital...

Read more]]> 0 Sauerkraut Salad Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:57:33 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/sauerkraut-salad.86959/ 86959 invalid@example.com (Seagal) Seagal 1 can or jar sauerkraut (drained) (check the ingredients for sugar and get one without)
3/4-1 c. celery diced/chopped
3/4-1 c. onion diced/chopped
3/4-1 c. bell pepper diced/chopped (red or green)

Mix a dressing of evoo, vinegar & sweetner to taste,(I use Sweetzfree, any will do), salt & pepper if desired
Pour over chopped ingredients

I find that some sauerkraut is really sour, so adjustments in the "sweet/sour" aspect of the dressing need to be made. After the salad marinates for a...

Read more]]> 27 Keto Rolls-Diet Doctor Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:42:27 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/keto-rolls-diet-doctor.143087/ 143087 invalid@example.com (Seagal) Seagal I looked and couldn't find the rolls I like to make - here they are:

Best Keto Bread - #1 Keto Bread Recipe (Video) - Diet Doctor

Maria Emmerich’s viral bread sports a nice crust with a soft, moist center. It’s bread — you know what to do. Savor it warm, straight out of the oven, or freeze, defrost, and toast to perfection. Why not top it off with cream cheese and deli turkey for a tasty higher-satiety breakfast, or smear...

www.dietdoctor.com

I have been using egg white powder I bought some time ago. I didn't like the end result when rubbing olive oil on the rolls - I dampened my hands with water as roll the dough into a ball. They can be any size you wish, I like to make a double batch which for me is 24 rolls.]]> 7 Freestyle Libre2 Sat, 18 Jul 2026 13:19:11 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/freestyle-libre2.141018/ 141018 invalid@example.com (das5812) das5812 I have just gotten the FreestyleLibre2. So looking forward to no finger sticks. Anyone have any help hints on this system and do they like it. Any suggestions appreciated.]]> 17 "senior moment" Sat, 18 Jul 2026 12:59:01 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/senior-moment.154369/ 154369 invalid@example.com (heavymetals) heavymetals I think I had my first memorable one.

I was making my dinner and grabbed a can of chicken broth.

I took my can opener to open it and I completely brain faded on how to operate it.

I thought it was broken!

I looked on the floor and in the drawer for a missing part but couldn't find anything.

I stood there and decided that it wasn't broken and I just forgot how to operate it.

It took me a minute, but I did figure out how to make it work, so I guess even though I may not remember how to...

Read more]]> 3 Airline Tip For Awkward Situations Sat, 18 Jul 2026 09:43:30 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/airline-tip-for-awkward-situations.154377/ 154377 invalid@example.com (JudyF22) JudyF22 You all probably know this, but just in case, a Youtube video showed that if someone's bothering you on an airplane and it'd be very awkward to tell a stewardess about it (like if the person causing trouble was sitting next to you), you could write it on a napkin or paper or something and hand it to the stewardess. That way the stewardess can help you, without you having to say it out loud.

I suppose this could be useful in other situations too, not just on airplanes, if you needed help.]]> 0 Diabetes and cancer Fri, 17 Jul 2026 05:30:42 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/diabetes-and-cancer.147520/ 147520 invalid@example.com (Bobd80) Bobd80 I was diagnosed with leukaemia in August. Since then I have gradually been reducing my lantus but it seems to just last for 12 hours now. Has anyone experienced anything similar?
Thanks, Bob.]]> 12 My old cyclometer gave up working Fri, 17 Jul 2026 02:46:31 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/my-old-cyclometer-gave-up-working.147224/ 147224 invalid@example.com (Gomer) Gomer So I had to replace it. i I onl need it to periodically celebrate my CGM. I replace it with a Freestyle unit.

It uses test strips singly wrapped in foil. I liked that with my older glucometer, No bulky tubes or bottles.

I hope it is as accurate my my older one was.
PS: both RE Made by Abbott
JD]]> 4 What kind of long term insulin do you people use? Fri, 17 Jul 2026 02:45:45 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/what-kind-of-long-term-insulin-do-you-people-use.146747/ 146747 invalid@example.com (rob84) rob84 I've been taking levemir for like 12 years or so but there done making it at the end of the year which is what makes me ask. I remember switching to it from lantus since lantus would stop working after around a month in the fridge and a vial lasts me around 3 months. I always liked levemir since it only lasted like 8-12hrs usually. I've never had a pump]]> 22 Rise in blood sugar Fri, 17 Jul 2026 02:44:56 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/rise-in-blood-sugar.147097/ 147097 invalid@example.com (Blue65) Blue65 I can't for the life of me figure out why I can get up in the morning with a sugar reading of 120 (that is unless I had a low sugar episode at 3 AM which isn't unusual), and without eating a thing at 11 AM my sugar is over 200. It just doesn't make sense!]]> 17 Help! Hypoglycemia after eating and while sleeping. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 02:43:53 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/help-hypoglycemia-after-eating-and-while-sleeping.146463/ 146463 invalid@example.com (itsmeabc) itsmeabc I've started getting hypoglycemia really often like almost after every meal. I usually eat the same meals so I know what doses to give but my usual doses are too much. Even when I reduced the dose I still get hypo

Even when sleeping my blood sugar will be like 8mmol then drop rapidly and unexpectedly. Is there something I'm doing wrong? is my pancreas randomly giving insulin or what? because I used to be always hyperglycemic]]> 8