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Reply: For those interested (OT)
You're the real, live, bionic woman :>) It's amazing the technology that is available to rebuild us!More
Michelle
Diabetic since 5/2001
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Smile and the world smiles with you.
Posted by mhall6252
Reply: diabetes and stress
Hi enielsen88 and welcome, I'm sorry you are experiencing so much stress - I agree with Dave that...More
Posted by Haylen_WebMD_Staff
Reply: Coffee:Diabetes
Ha! I only have one cup a day (decaf, if I want another), obviously not enough to have prevented Type II). But I...More
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Reply: Type 1 Diabetes
Assalam o alikom. I was diagnosed with type 1 diabetese since August 2011 when i was 24 years old. initial...More
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Reply: HBO documentary tonight: The Weight of the Nation
Foods labeled "NonFat", "Light", "Sugar Free" and "Fat Free" are brilliant in "misdirection advertising"....More
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Reply: Pre diabetes
Just want to ad that the symptoms you describe may not be related to diabetes at all, even if you are...More
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Blessings,

Dave
Posted by davedsel57
Reply: Medication question...
As the "meds" in general, I take as few as possible -- right now a multi vitamin, extra...More
If at first you don't succeed, try, try again!
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Reply: Mother's Day 2012
What wonderful memories you have of your mom, Dave! She sounds like a pretty strong, special woman. I...More
Posted by Phototaker123
Reply: Can I go back to oral meds
You might want to try the Extended Release Metformin, to see if you still have those problems. Maybe that...More
Posted by Phototaker123
Reply: Update on Mayo - OT
Deb - you reap what you sow :>)
Michelle
Diabetic since 5/2001
Follow my journey at www.mch-breastcancer.blogspot.com
Smile and the world smiles with you.
Posted by mhall6252
Reply: When I found out I had diabetes
I found out that I am prediabetic the same way I thought I had a UTI and my doctor tested my urine and told me...More
Posted by iixora
Reply: Micromanaging My Exercise Carbs
Thanks, Laura. Still considering the pump. I have to take four injections daily. The basal and mealtime...More
Posted by auriga1
Reply: Diet Question
Agree, betatoo. Whatever works for you. My dietician said to count carbs, period. So that is what I stuck to....More
Posted by auriga1
Reply: TSA responsible for breaking $10,000 insulin pump....
My endo as well has told me not to go through the scanners with my pump, especially if I have anything...More
Posted by laura2gemini2
Reply: Pain Free Glucose Check
Thank you! I will try the bending down thing & washing her hands. We do use the alcohol wipes & that...More
Posted by dicox04
Reply: Surgery with Diabetes
All I can say is WOW. Was this patient a known diabetic? I know it shouldn't make any difference. They should...More
Posted by auriga1
Reply: National Day Of Prayer
My reply was meant to your reply to Dave, sorry David I mixed the names. Your reply seemed as I said. betaMore
Posted by betatoo
Reply: Natural peanut butter
The original post was about Skippy products. There is no difference in the sugar content between Skippy...More
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- Winston S. Churchill




Posted by DavidHueben
Reply: Hi blood sugar levels in the morning
Hello. You may be experiencing a condition knows as "Dawn Phenomenon". Here is a link to a good article on...More
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Blessings,

Dave
Posted by davedsel57
Reply: debsbears & laura2: OT Diaramas (photo)
Having a kit would make it quick and easy, but it wouldnt be as much fun or creative. I loved buying art...More
Posted by laura2gemini2
Reply: Athlete with high blood sugar?
You are fine. Your BG fluctuates continually throughout the day. You may be close to be being prediabetic....More
We sleep soundly in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm.

- Winston S. Churchill




Posted by DavidHueben
Reply: Promise butter spread
I did a few internet searches and found this very interesting article on the truth or fiction about butter...More
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Blessings,

Dave
Posted by davedsel57
Reply: high post prandial
Right on target, Dave!
Posted by betatoo
Reply: Still trying to figure out good carbs vs. bad carb...
I don't know where your dietician went to school, but all carbs are not the same. See if you can access any...More
Posted by auriga1
Reply: "May the Fourth" Be With You..
I am going to make a couple of homemade baked burritos using soft flour tortillas, taco meat, queso...More
We sleep soundly in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm.

- Winston S. Churchill




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Reply: OT unethical lawyers?
Hi Dusty, I am glad you are okay, and apparently not seriously hurt from this accident. If you are not...More
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Reply: Anyone not overweight?
I am 31 years old was told I have Type 2 diabetes 6 months ago I am 5'11 and weigh 151 lbs my a1c was 10.7...More
Posted by bradbourdeau
Reply: New Ultra-long basal insulin in final trials
Well, obviously with DKA, your numbers must have been very high. I had heard about the one insulin in the...More
Posted by auriga1
Reply: Lack of sleep = higher blood glucose?
rustypete33, When you sleep, how often must you awake to relieve yourself throughout the night? Do you...More
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