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What Is Your Average Morning Waking Up Mmol/L? I Go 3-4 Days With 6.0 To 7.0 And Then Spike To 10 And Low To 5.5. It Varies A Lot

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Johannesburg, ZA
August 19
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Hey guys it's recommended to eat 1 hour after getting up, it helps with spikes so our livers doesn't dump glucose. Test before eating, and 2 hours after first bite.

August 20 (edited)

Which Diabetes Symptoms Surprised You The Most?

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San Francisco, CA
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Sounds horrid. Fatigue can have many causes. I find regular exercise gives me more energy. My episodes of fatigue were caused by my lyme disease. And @73 naps seem to be… read more

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I Need To Eat More Healthy,how Did You Give Up Sugar?

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Elloree, SC

I was diagnosed with prediabetic last year was told I needed to lose weight,were do I start?

August 19
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Hello Imogene

This will possibly help you regarding losing weight.

Start a food diary to see what food is causing your BS to be raised and which might be making you feel… read more

August 19 (edited)

Any Ideas On How To Keep The Meter Sensor On My Arm???

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Maine USA
August 17
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Hello 👋... Thank you for answering my question. I will definitely do that when I apply the sensor for the meter. That is great advice 👍.

August 18

I Am Lukas, I Just Want To Know If Anybody Else Has There BS Go All Haywire 1 Or 2 Months A Year Then Go's Back To Normal Again,

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Germiston, ZA

This has happened to me, what is the reason or causes please

August 17
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Thanks Lorna have a great day

August 18

Do Anyone Of You Belong To Sports Activities ?

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Roodepoort, ZA
August 17
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A DiabetesTeam Member

I joined parkrun and do 5km every Saturday. It's global and free to join a parkrun

August 31

What Kind Of Food Can I Eat I Wake Up And My Sugar Us Over 200

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Baltimore, MD
August 16
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A DiabetesTeam Member

Although it seems counterintuitive.

I say eat a 15 carb meal. Then check your 2 hour number.

Your blood glucose numbers should be more in line.

Good luck.

August 16

I Am 66 I Take 1000mg Of Metformin A Day …how Harmful Is This For Me I Also Like To Loose Some Weight Any Suggestions Would Be Appreciated

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Baltimore, MD
August 16
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Taking 1000mg of Metformin daily is a common dosage for managing type 2 diabetes. Here are some key points from your knowledge base:

Metformin Information
- How it works: Decreases glucose… read more

August 16

My Fasting Blood Sugar Was 300 This Morning. After I Ate Some Honey Nut Cheerios It Went To The High Zone Again. Will I Die From This?

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Hackettstown, NJ
August 15
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Drink plenty of water afterwards to kinda dilute the sugars and call your doctor immediately

August 16

What Are Your Favorite Low-carb Snacks? 🥒🍎

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San Francisco, CA

Share your go-to snacks that help keep your blood sugar levels stable. Your suggestions might inspire others to try new, healthy snacks!

Comment below with your favorite snacks and let's help each other make better choices! 💬

Check out this article on 5 healthy snacks for people with diabetes for more ideas 🙂
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I love broccoli and ranch🥦

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