en-US Helping people living with diabetes thrive! Sun, 04 Oct 2026 05:11:06 +0000 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 05:11:06 +0000 Diabetes Daily Forums https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/ Sun, 04 Oct 2026 04:29:38 +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]]> 10386 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 03:58:00 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/diatomaceous-earth.86858/ 86858 invalid@example.com (Seagal) Seagal I was recently told about this stuff and thought it might help some of those with digestive problems, joint & arthritis issues and more. My long time friend said she has had many benefits, the main one is she no longer has pre-cancerous polyps in her colon after five years of colonoscopies with polyps. It helps with her arthritis, she no longer feels the need of a nap after lunch, and has reduced a bump on her wrist from carpal tunnel surgery.

There is a food grade and an insect...

Read more]]> 212 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 03:12:55 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/trying-to-understand-what-im-dealing-with.154719/ 154719 invalid@example.com (MattCo) MattCo I introduced myself in the intro forum and I'm trying to understand what might be causing blood sugar issues.

I've ruled out being overweight ... and yet it could be that I just have a low level of fat cells to store excess energy.

My diet does not include a lot of simple carbs ... and yet when I kept track of my diet my level of saturated fats can get high. I recently set a goal of keeping it below 10% of my total calories and that's surprisingly limiting. I mean, a slice of cheddar is...

Read more]]> 9 Sat, 03 Oct 2026 23:27:17 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/cgm-versus-blood-meter-reading.154728/ 154728 invalid@example.com (ekongkaar) ekongkaar Good afternoon everyone.

Grateful if anyone has feedback or insight on the following issue.

I was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes almost two years ago. I started on insulin and then Rybelsus but decided to go the food/herbal approach to manage my blood sugar.

What has become frustrating is that based on my CGM - I think I am doing pretty good with average blood sugar around the 130 mark. But the last time I got my A1C done - it came back closer to 170. For the last few months, I have been...

Read more]]> 0 Sat, 03 Oct 2026 21:58:11 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/rosuvastatin.154707/ 154707 invalid@example.com (musicat) musicat Anybody care to comment on taking generic rosuvastatin instead of Crestor? Is it as effective at lowering cholesterol?]]> 10 Sat, 03 Oct 2026 20:07:11 +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...

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I've started taking a minimum of 800mg of ALA daily & I've shed 2 kilos! This is now a well researched effect but it seems to be somewhat discounted because it's a small amount of expected weight loss & further continuous use of ALA will not lead to more weight loss.

As for myself, I am so grateful for this! ALA is a powerful antioxidant that is quelling my prescription steroid-induced insulin resistance. It also assists in better BG control - a now proven clinical result...

Read more]]> 0 Sat, 03 Oct 2026 16:15:11 +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.]]> 12350 Sat, 03 Oct 2026 15:23:02 +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 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?]]> 5784 Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:56:52 +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.]]> 12246 Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:22:50 +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!]]> 63451 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:10:58 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/tell-us-what-you-think.154722/ 154722 invalid@example.com (Julie De Vos) Julie De Vos Hi everyone,

While we are implementing updates and changes to the site, we'd like to know your thoughts. How well is the site working? What would you like to see added? Are there features other sites have that we don't?

Help us make Diabetes Daily even better. We promise it will only take a few minutes.

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Diabetes Daily Survey]]> 0 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:19:04 +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]]> 1421 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 06:29:41 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/b-s-control-update.148115/ 148115 invalid@example.com (nugget1) nugget1 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.]]> 417 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:44:23 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/carb-tracking-app.154637/ 154637 invalid@example.com (nugget1) nugget1 What would I actually put in a carb app? The carbs minus the fibre or just the sugar amount listed?
I'm not particularly tracking either one specifically.
What info might help the most?]]> 3 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:05:44 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/coverage.148769/ 148769 invalid@example.com (Alliedee1984) Alliedee1984 Hi all. Are any of you in a glp? The facility where I go to does not allow type 1s to use glps but I’ve heard so many good things about them with type 1. I was just looking for a provider that would work with me and my insurance to get coverage.
Thanks!]]> 6 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 22:40:47 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/update-to-the-forum-menu.154711/ 154711 invalid@example.com (Julie De Vos) Julie De Vos Hello everyone and happy Fall!

On Thursday, October 1st, we're updating our navigation menu on both desktop and mobile.

The new interactive menu lets you quickly hover over and select the feature you want to explore. We will continue to make updates as needed and to fix any glitches that occur.

Please bear with us while we update the site - pages may load a bit slower during this time. If you still experience any issues after Thursday, please reach out to us at...

Read more]]> 0 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 21:08:10 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/curiosity-regarding-blood-pressure-and-type-ii.154660/ 154660 invalid@example.com (bballard) bballard 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...

Read more]]> 7 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 21:07:24 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/instinct-numbers-seem-unreliable.154015/ 154015 invalid@example.com (Colleena) Colleena Been on the new Instinct for 11 days and it seems that I am either dealing with highs or lows. I was on the Libra 2 a few years ago and liked the 15 days. Went to the Guardian and liked the way it programmed the pump - A1C 6.4. Now I am wondering if the Instinct needs a few weeks to get the programming working to control the blood sugars?

Any one else having problems with highs and lows? Also, some of the readings are 30 pts different than finger stick.]]> 42 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 19:25:45 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/any-suggestions.153578/ 153578 invalid@example.com (cheyne) cheyne Hi,
I have tried all diabetic medication and reacted adversely to it all and am currently using liraglutide at 0.6mg per day. It is not enough to control my sugars but it stops the temporary paralysis attacks I was getting and has halted the 24/7 severe hunger pains from lack of food. My diet is restricted to what my digestive system will tolerate which is not a lot and getting smaller as time ticks by. I have CKD, IBS and Autonomic polyneuropathy which is effecting all of my nerves...

Read more]]> 19 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:42:34 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/rybelsus-to-mounjaro.153707/ 153707 invalid@example.com (red37) red37 Last diabetes check up was not great; it’s basically try mounjaro or insulin. So I’m at a cross roads of sorts. I need some positive energy for mounjaro because I am terrified! I had a hard enough time tolerating rybelsus (pill form of semaglutide). And I have gluten / celiac / stomach issues as it is. Any help out there is appreciated. I don’t how long to wait after stopping rybelsus to start the mounjaro. I’m trying to be positive about this]]> 5 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:12:10 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/new-tips.153692/ 153692 invalid@example.com (nugget1) nugget1 I wanted to share some new tips I received or at least a few I cant remember getting.
1( Don't take your first blood sugar number too early in the morning because your body releases steroids early. In the morning.
2) Make sure to drink water first. Don't take your reading on an empty stomach. So drink some water then wait 15 to 20 minutes to test.
3) if u do eat carbs, bread was specifically mentioned, reduce it at your last meal before bed.
Given to me by my pharmacist.]]> 7 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:30:18 +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.]]> 3171 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 02:39:42 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/medications.153585/ 153585 invalid@example.com (red37) red37 I am currently on glipizide , metformin and rybelsus. I have not had an A1C below 7 since diagnosis in 2022. My last A1c was 7.4 right before I came down with shingles (still battling) then covid and then strep. I went into follow up today bc my glucose numbers are noticeably higher- My A1c today was 8.2
The doc isn’t sure I should even be on glipizide bc of weight gain issues and also I’m allergic to sulfa drugs
She suggested jardiance or mounjaro.
Just curious anyone’s thoughts...

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I was wondering can type 2 diabeties damage your teeth even if your A1C is always under 7 ?]]> 7 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 02:09:27 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/where-do-you-buy-ozempic-if-you-don%E2%80%99t-have-insurance.148552/ 148552 invalid@example.com (Jackol Jones Lennox) Jackol Jones Lennox Hey guys, my endo just recommended me to take Ozempic but my current insurance doesn’t cover it so I’ll have to pay out of pocket. I’ve looked at CVS and Walgreens and they’re really expensive, I was hoping to crowdsource alternatives if it’s allowed? The options I found so far are really pricey.]]> 24 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 02:08:30 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/sometimes-i-feel-like-im-on-this-journey-alone.37996/ 37996 invalid@example.com (LORDON) LORDON i know i shouldnt sounds rediculous with 20,000 diabetics on this site alone. but it;s true i wish i had a personal chef who could just prepare the most healthy low carb delicious meals for me. sometimes i just get tired of worrying about too much this too much that not enough this .. i know it's not just me.]]> 16 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 02:06:28 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/tslim-and-dexcom-g7-app.148171/ 148171 invalid@example.com (Paul Holmes) Paul Holmes Hi all

The Dexcom G7 was recently made available on Australia as was the app to control Tslim pump from phone.

This is a great advancement.

However, hopefully someone has a suggestion to help me as the Help desk which is normally genuinely very very good, does not have a clue on this one!

My phone loses connection with the pump occasionally, and for whatever reason often does not automatically reconnect. This happens even when in close proximity for hours. They just do not reconnect...

Read more]]> 2 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 22:07:27 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/g6-users.154709/ 154709 invalid@example.com (Mariep) Mariep I'm wondering, is anyone still using the Dexcom G6?]]> 0 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 00:58:44 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/insulin-dose.154650/ 154650 invalid@example.com (heavymetals) heavymetals Over the last few months I have been able to cut back my insulin dose by 2 units a day.

I would wake up to a low alarm and then I would down a glucose tab and go back to sleep.

If I had to do that more than 3-4 days in a row I would cut back the insulin.

Seems to work. No alarm last night and I feel good this morning.]]> 2 Sun, 27 Sep 2026 14:43:23 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/what-music-do-you-like.20516/ 20516 invalid@example.com (Somnambulanz) Somnambulanz Surely your taste differs?]]> 1557 Sun, 27 Sep 2026 12:57:08 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/pasta-noodles.154706/ 154706 invalid@example.com (drshar) drshar What are the best tasting low-carb pasta noodles?]]> 8 Sat, 26 Sep 2026 19:55:37 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/omnipod-vs-medtronic.153790/ 153790 invalid@example.com (CrashandBurn) CrashandBurn I currently still within my 60 days of Medtronic and just talked to someone from Omnipod who will be providing me a trial for Omnipod. I am very curious to see how they perform in comparison.
I am nervous but also excited. I really hope the Omnipod performs better and keeps me in my target range consistently because being able to pay less to live healthy will be a massive benefit.]]> 7 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:13:40 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/pre-diabetes.154701/ 154701 invalid@example.com (moli24) moli24 I just found out that one of my family members is prediabetic. Does that mean they need to take medication for it? They had a health screening done through their job, but they haven’t seen a doctor about it yet. They aren’t overweight at all, in fact, they may be a little underweight. Their job is also very physically active since they spend all day loading and unloading things.]]> 3 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:06:23 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/diabetes-caused-issues.154703/ 154703 invalid@example.com (nugget1) nugget1 I heard somewhere that diabetics have digestive issues. I know mine aren't but I'm wondering if it can be part of it. Do diabetic ppl have digestive issues? Is it due to meds? Or just something that happens as a diabetic?]]> 2 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 17:34:19 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/hi.154697/ 154697 invalid@example.com (MattCo) MattCo I signed up as soon as I read a comment from someone that said there were plenty of fit people with diabetes here. While I'm not diabetic my numbers have been slowly getting worse. I'm not only worried about diabetes, which my dad had in spades, but also cognitive and heart issues, which my dad also had. Compounded by all of that is the fact that I'm fairly low in fat (right around 15% if my scale is correct).

Some numbers: my last 2 A1C tests were 5.7 and 6 (but the 6 was a day after I...

Read more]]> 5 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 01:43:00 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/dexcom-g7.153993/ 153993 invalid@example.com (Crickie22) Crickie22 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.]]> 2 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 01:37:00 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/advice-long-term-abdominal-pains.154510/ 154510 invalid@example.com (bradscott6997) bradscott6997 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...

Read more]]> 6 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 01:34:01 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/diabetic-burnout.154662/ 154662 invalid@example.com (Cjbrandy2) Cjbrandy2 Hi my name is Carl Brandy I have been diabetic for 17 years and I am in diabetic burnout]]> 8 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:49:26 +0000 https://www.diabetesdaily.com/forum/threads/prediabetes-and-a-higher-metformin-dose.154698/ 154698 invalid@example.com (thxdts11) thxdts11 Hello, I've been on 500 mg of metformin for 2 years. My a1c stays around 5.9
Last week I had a fibroscan and found that I have severe fatty liver but no fibrosis.
If I go up on the metformin to 1000 mg will that help the fatty liver more? I don't mean burn fat off the liver because that happens best with diet, exercise and weight loss but by making the liver produce less glucose and not be stored as fat?]]> 0