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Could You Share Any Dietary Changes And Tips That Have Helped With Diabetes?

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I Don't Trust Dr After They Started Pushing 3 Different Kinds Of Insulin And Metformin

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Everett, WA

Since he pushed more insulin I quit the insulin and metformin, I cleared the reading obviously they went high but what I found out fast acting insulin did not do anything stayed high Apple Cider Vinegar only works for 1/2 hour.
My question what is a good treatment for lowering blood glucose or blood sugar?

A DiabetesTeam Member

I don't trust MD's, because the one I dealt with more insulin and metform oh and by the way you kidneys are failing. So I found out side affect to insulin and metformin is kidney issues
The jack ass… read more

March 12 (edited)

What Is The Best Way To Lower Blood Sugar? My Body Doesn't Know What Low Blood Sugar Is. The Lowest My Blood Sugar Is Usually Is Around 200

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Nampa, ID

I take 10 units insulin at night and Trulicity once a week.

A DiabetesTeam Member

Yes thats what I think! I was only Taking Trulicity once a week and they were even higher. I've only been taking the insulin since the first of January. I feel like I need to find another doctor. The… read more

March 8

I Am Not On Insuln Can I Get A Cgm Without Insuln? Think It Would Benifit Me Checking My Sugar 4- 5 Times A Day

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Muskegon, MI
A DiabetesTeam Member

It is called Stelo

September 15

What Do You Do When Your Dr Tells You That You Only Need To Use Test Strips Once A Day?

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Pinellas Park, FL

Is it time for a new dr.?

A DiabetesTeam Member

Some of us test far more than that- fbs,before meals,two hours after meals,before bed,at times of feeling odd.Thats where a cgm is preferable to finger pricks

March 9

Ozempic

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Macon, GA

Does anyone on here take Ozempic and if so have you had any issues from taking it? I have been seeing on TV they have law suits against the maker of Ozempic and that really concerns me since i do take it. Thank you for any advice you can give! Have a blessed day

A DiabetesTeam Member

Like many iverweight type two diabetics if I could have dripped the weight without this drug I would have . What many do not undersrand is the drive to eat that many if us experience. It was a min to… read more

March 9

Good Day Team. Any Idea What Causes Heart Palpitations.

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Roodepoort, ZA
A DiabetesTeam Member

Heart palpitations can be caused by various factors, including caffeine consumption from coffee, energy drinks, and even sugary foods. Other common triggers include stress, anxiety, dehydration, and… read more

March 10

I Want A Cgm. How Do I Get Insurance To Cover A Cgm For Me.

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Pitman, NJ

I want a cgm. How do I get insurance to cover a cgm for me. Good morning warriors from Prague, Czech Republic.

Most insurances, even some of the medicare supplements, will cover a cgm, like FreeStyle Libre 2, if you are on prescribed insulin. Baby steps.

Fill your doctor's prescription for insulin. Then fill your doctor's prescription for a cgm after your insurance will cover the cost. Baby steps.

Use your cgm wisely, by checking how each food affects your numbers. Learn some more about… read more

A DiabetesTeam Member

I prioritise using them a lot to keep slowly losing weight too,I ate having to eat when not hungry or at 2am with low numbers. The sensor is great for testing how long it takes for a latte or certain… read more

April 6

What Type Of Magnesium Is The Right Kind For Diabetes? I Know There Are Different Types.

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Knoxville, TN
A DiabetesTeam Member

@A DiabetesTeam Member 😆

March 7

Good Morning Anybody Had Weight Loss Surgery? My Dietitians Have Me Eating Like I Had The Surgery

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Wilmington, NC
A DiabetesTeam Member

Weight loss surgery is extreme and the only person I personally know who had it died of complications less than 2 weeks later - so should be beyond the last straw you try

If you are on a low calorie… read more

March 7

Papaya Enzyme? White Kidney Bean Extract....just Curiosity...it Is Time For Me To Reorder My Suppliments...was Thinking To Try

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Branson, MO

papaya enzyme is supposed to help with bs...white kidnet bean extract with blocking? carb absortion...? I found a multi whole food vitamin that contains both...plus a higher amount of magnesium....

A DiabetesTeam Member

i did...didnt do anything for me,,,,,I have also tried berberine and bitter melon...

March 7
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