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I Would Like To Know How Should Be My Glucose Right After Finish Eating. Thank You.
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A DiabetesTeam Member

Thank you! ♥️

posted 15 hours ago
I Don’t See Mounjaro In Medication List.
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A DiabetesTeam Member

It's such a "new" drug that it's not on many of the lists comparing/explaining the various 2nd and 3rd Tier Diabetes Medications

It was first approved for sale in the US in November of 2022 and then… read more

posted 1 day ago
What Carb Counter/manager Do You Use?
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Trying to get a handle on my total carbs.

A DiabetesTeam Member

I use a free app called Fatsecret on my laptop. It adds up different categories that you choose from like carbs, sodium, fat, fiber, cholesterol, protein, etc..... and of course, calories. It also… read more

posted 1 day ago
Why Is It That Your Skin Is Itching
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A DiabetesTeam Member

If it's because of Diabetes? (because there could be hundreds of causes)

But if it's because of Diabetes, high blood sugar over a number of years destroys the little blood capillaries that feed the… read more

posted 1 day ago
Effective Way For T1 To Loose Weight
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Hi, i have been a T1 Diabetic for the last 45 years, got diagnosed at the age of 18 months.
Very well control, but being 47 now, i find it extremely difficult to loose weight. I do HIT x3 a week for 45min,but weight is not going down? What else can one do? Pretty much frustrating

A DiabetesTeam Member

Your Doctor would smack me for this and it is NOT approved medical advice but if you are willing to let your sugars run high for a few days, simply cutting back on your insulin will allow you to drop… read more

posted 1 day ago
Hello Everyone. I’m Wondering How Statins Affect Blood Sugar? Thank You @A DiabetesTeam Member @A DiabetesTeam Member
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A DiabetesTeam Member

@A DiabetesTeam Member. Thanks so much for responding Jerrik 🤗

posted 1 day ago
Can Diabetes Be Treated By Natural Herbs?
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A DiabetesTeam Member

Maybe

Type 2 is a metabolic disorder and depending on how advanced "your diabetes" is, with all the proper lifestyle changes, naturals/traditionals and supplements may be all the help you need

BUT

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posted 2 days ago
Why Do My Sugar Levels Rise So Quickly In The Morning. Eg I Could Wake Up About 6 Am Readings Will Be Good A 5.8 & .Then Later Read 14+
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A DiabetesTeam Member

How long are waiting before you eat

Diabetics NEED to eat within an hour of waking up or blood sugar will continue to rise - that's "normal" and for non-diabetics whose systems work perfectly, they… read more

posted 2 days ago
Feeling Dizzy
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A DiabetesTeam Member

So sorry your feeling dizzy. A number of things can cause dizziness. Sending hugs and prayers your way.

posted 2 days ago
Type 2 Are We Supposed To Have A Blood Sugar Machine To Test. Doctor Is Saying No
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A DiabetesTeam Member

Not everyone does!!! My brother doesn’t, he relies on his Dr appointments for that. I’ve got one, I’d rather know my numbers (just me though). Since I’m on insulin, I have to have it - also have a cgm… read more

posted 2 days ago
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