Diabetics Progress Reports - Page 31

BABSY · 06-30-2009, 09:02 AM

well I did have a shake but my bs dont go up after having a shake. I just think it was because I didnt take insulin yesterday and I need some probably everyday even if just a tiny amount.

mermaid · 06-30-2009, 10:16 AM

Nursemonkee,
I am having a similar problem, with my blood sugars hanging out around 107 for two days, even at 5 grams carbs yesterday and 10 the day before! My protein was under 90 grams both days too. I am approaching TOM, so I hope that is the problem and I can get back to being in the 80's and 90's like I was doing for a few weeks (doing the same things I am doing now).

So much for the ACV helping, eh? It seemed like it was going to work, and then it just didn't for me. Glad it works for some folks, though. Are you still trying it?

Babsy,
Wow, they used to call your condition being a "brittle" diabetic, meaning bouncing around all over the place with blood sugars. It is really hard to deal with. Keep on trying though! It's good that you're really on it, trying to figure it out.

The final thing I can think of is that you may have some food sensitivities that are sending you soaring sometimes. For me, any grains at all will shoot my blood sugar up, and so will soy. Others react to dairy, tomatoes, onions, and many other things. It's highly individual, and not dependent on the number of carbs.

NurseMonkee · 06-30-2009, 12:56 PM

I am still taking the ACV. It has only been 2-3 days for me. It is too early to tell if it works just yet. I am mainly taking it for yeast issues, but if it helps my b/s, it would be great! LOL. Yesterday I increased it to 2T daily.

NurseMonkee · 07-07-2009, 07:40 PM

My morning numbers are back down to 110-115 and my pre/post meal numbers in the 90's. I am going back down again which is good. I hope it keeps up.

I just realized that today is July 7! A year ago today I found out that I was a diabetic with a fasting b/s of 279. My post-meal numbers were no better at 337!

I might not be 100% in the normal range just yet, but I sure am close, and have reduced my numbers greatly from a year ago. I am pretty proud of myself. Yay! Go me.

Cherylg · 07-08-2009, 06:06 AM

I have been having high numbers in morning. This is after I have like two cups of coffee with half and half, and one packet of sweet and low - do you think this does anything to bs? - This morning is was 164.

Also, any input as to where you get your test strips? I go online but I thought if any of you knew somewhere cheaper????

I am so disgusted with myself - for not just getting this weight off and equalizing my bs

-

Cherylg · 07-08-2009, 06:06 AM

Nursemonkee - congrats to you!!!

NurseMonkee · 07-09-2009, 06:29 PM

I get mine on ebay. I buy in bulk and make sure that the exp. is in 2010. I also try to look for the newer strips that have the name on them. I've only run into problems 1x, but the seller quickly sent me replacements.

My insurance only covers a portion of my strips. I am left to buy the rest on my own since I test so much.

Cherylg · 07-10-2009, 06:33 AM

NurseMonkee - I never thought of e-bay - thanks!!!

MACXXX · 07-10-2009, 06:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NurseMonkee

I get mine on ebay. I buy in bulk and make sure that the exp. is in 2010. I also try to look for the newer strips that have the name on them. I've only run into problems 1x, but the seller quickly sent me replacements.

I also buy my strips off of Ebay. Just buy from a reputable seller. There are plenty of sellers who are 100% by reputation and have sells in the many hundreds. Make sure the strips come sealed in the box. I have had only one bad experience where the seller specifically listed sealed (make sure it says that in the auction ad) but I got an unsealed box. Made them send me a new box otherwise negative rep for them.

MACXXX · 07-10-2009, 06:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cherylg

I have been having high numbers in morning. This is after I have like two cups of coffee with half and half, and one packet of sweet and low - do you think this does anything to bs? - This morning is was 164.

Half-n-half has carbs since it is half milk. Better to use heavy whipping cream. Test for yourself and find out how much your coffee with half-n-half raises your blood sugar once you get those strips. My bet is that it does raise your blood sugar.

Cherylg · 07-10-2009, 07:02 AM

Thanks MACXXX for your help!

mermaid · 07-10-2009, 08:26 AM

I get my strips on ebay too. Only one rip-off where she sent an empty box and never made good on it, but I have saved multiple hundreds of dollars overall. My mom also has extra from her insurance because she hardly ever tests herself (doesn't want to see those 200's and 300's from eating her Kentucky Fried Chicken and milkshakes I guess).
I've seen them on craigslist too.

Hit 95 this morning for my fasting glucose. Experimenting with some different supplements and eating only LC soup for dinner.

NurseMonkee · 07-10-2009, 10:35 AM

Cheryl - Coffee raises my b/s. Some people say that it shouldn't and the whole caffeine thing is a myth, but I am going based on MY results. When I drink coffee my numbers go up.

Mermaid - WTG on hitting 95 this morning. What supplements are you taking?

sherlynn9 · 07-10-2009, 12:06 PM

Starting serious today, had a serving (shake) of Glucaffect at breakfast, brought everything to make one at lunch. Will have one before dinner, and one before bed. I have to be consistent with this, blood work being done in one month. As long as I've got the numbers going downward, my doctor will let me continue with diet, supplement, and exercise as opposed to more medicine.

Sheryl

txtapper · 07-10-2009, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NurseMonkee

Cheryl - Coffee raises my b/s. Some people say that it shouldn't and the whole caffeine thing is a myth, but I am going based on MY results. When I drink coffee my numbers go up.

Mermaid - WTG on hitting 95 this morning. What supplements are you taking?

This can be true for some people. I have no idea why. But it doesn't raise mine. Everyone is different. I use heavy cream in my coffee and no sweetener at all other than once in awhile I'll use some stevia but most of the time I don't like sweet coffee.

mermaid · 07-11-2009, 09:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NurseMonkee

Cheryl - Coffee raises my b/s. Some people say that it shouldn't and the whole caffeine thing is a myth, but I am going based on MY results. When I drink coffee my numbers go up.

Mermaid - WTG on hitting 95 this morning. What supplements are you taking?

I take a LOT of supplements, but not all of these are taken every day. Some I just rotate around because I am still trying to find the right mix without overdoing it:

Life force multivitamin
Emergen-C supergram III
coral calcium/mag/vit D
magnesium oil spray (topical)
Oceans 3 omegas
bovine thyroid glandular
kelp
maca
eleuthero
Nature's Way blood sugar formula
pregnenolone
shilajit
epidemium
banaba extract
600 mg alpha lipoic acid
slendesta and caralluma (appetite supression)

I take all of this because I have three different hormone issues going on: diabetes, premenopause, and low thyroid. I also started a family late in life, and need to keep up with a younger husband and 7-year-old daughter. I do not have a doctor, so no meds.

What I have added this week that I think is making a difference is DIM and magnesium oil spray. DIM is supposed to balance sex hormones, which then in turn affects all the other hormones.

Yesterday I skipped dinner because I was not hungry, and for me, that is very unusual. I also was 82 BS at bedtime but felt really good, which is also unusual. A BS that low usually means a fog-brain fatigue, feeling like I'm asleep on my feet.

Just as important as the supplements is the diet, of course. Currently I am keeping under 10 grams carbs/1200-1600 calories. My new plan is to have only egg-drop soup for dinner with a little meat and veggies in it, only 200-300 calories. It seems that scant eating in the evening is helping my overall blood sugars.

These are the deets for me, and I'm still in progress, and I'm just me, just sharing. I hope everyone will keep posting their experiences also. We have a lot of lurkers who can glean some good info here.

That Girl · 07-13-2009, 11:12 PM

hi everyone, i have been trying to lower my bs as well...i am starting to think that too much protein is the problem for me....what kind of fiber do you guys recommend? when i have a yogurt in the morning w/granola, (sugar free) my numbers are better than when i don't..any suggestions? i am waking up w/numbers around 140, and around 5 pm i am at 100...thanks in advance! i take 500 mg metformin, before breakfast and dinner.

Butternut · 07-15-2009, 09:11 AM

Dr has told me to keep increasing bedtime Levemir until my fasting morning blood sugar numbers are under 100. I am also taking Novolog 10 units PLUS coverage before three meals.
I have cut down on portion size. Am eating lowcarb/more protein and veggies. Small amt lowcarb berries.
Always high in early morning!

sherlynn9 · 07-16-2009, 11:54 AM

Not doing so well at getting those 4 servings per day of Glucaffect in. Yesterday was a no nutritional supplement at all day. So, I figure my high reading this morning is a good indication of without supplements and metformin (which I need to reorder). However, I have had serving 1 of Glucaffect and Classic this morning. Will have another after lunch, one when I get home, and one before bed. This is the routine I need to establish. I'm also back into the "no fruits" (my big downfall). So, going to give the supplementing without Metformin 1 week and see what happens (since I'd really like to not be on Metformin due to the "offensive" side affect). I'll keep you posted. Sheryl

NurseMonkee · 07-24-2009, 07:18 PM

I got my A1C results. According to the results I am at 6.6

That really bothered me, because I think it should be lower. I test my blood sugar regularly and know that my numbers are not going high all the time. I do have elevated numbers in the morning and from time to time when I am upset, but that is about it. Would that be enough to push me to 6.6 when otherwise my daily numbers are not terrible. Not 100% normal yet, but within 90-120 pre/post meal.

Last time I experienced the same.
In April my results were like 8.something, which I argued with the lab about.

Why am I getting higher A1C results?
It doesn't match up.

NurseMonkee · 07-27-2009, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by That Girl

hi everyone, i have been trying to lower my bs as well...i am starting to think that too much protein is the problem for me....what kind of fiber do you guys recommend? when i have a yogurt in the morning w/granola, (sugar free) my numbers are better than when i don't..any suggestions? i am waking up w/numbers around 140, and around 5 pm i am at 100...thanks in advance! i take 500 mg metformin, before breakfast and dinner.

I don't take fiber. I just have the fiber in my plant foods. That seems to work. When I have carbs, I have protein with it and fat, and never alone.

My body reacts similar to yours. I wake up with dawn.p numbers and then after I have breakfast my numbers come back down. I can't eat granola, though. It has too many carbs. My body rejects it, even if it is unsweetened.

Have you tried having other low-carb breakfast items?

NurseMonkee · 07-27-2009, 08:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Butternut

Dr has told me to keep increasing bedtime Levemir until my fasting morning blood sugar numbers are under 100. I am also taking Novolog 10 units PLUS coverage before three meals.
I have cut down on portion size. Am eating lowcarb/more protein and veggies. Small amt lowcarb berries.
Always high in early morning!

Sounds like you're off to a good start.

Keep us updated.

NurseMonkee · 07-27-2009, 08:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sherlynn9

Not doing so well at getting those 4 servings per day of Glucaffect in. Yesterday was a no nutritional supplement at all day. So, I figure my high reading this morning is a good indication of without supplements and metformin (which I need to reorder). However, I have had serving 1 of Glucaffect and Classic this morning. Will have another after lunch, one when I get home, and one before bed. This is the routine I need to establish. I'm also back into the "no fruits" (my big downfall). So, going to give the supplementing without Metformin 1 week and see what happens (since I'd really like to not be on Metformin due to the "offensive" side affect). I'll keep you posted. Sheryl

How is it going Sherlynn?
Did you see positive results by supplementing and going without your metformin for that week?

How much fat are you having? I found that my GI issues were linked to the number of fat grams I was consuming. Once I lowered it, the issue went away.

30something · 07-28-2009, 05:23 AM

My A1C has been 5.3 for the 12 months, I eat a balanced mod carb approx 100 carb gms. day in 4-5 small balanced meals per day each meal is approx. 21 carb gms, 22 protein gms, 9 fat gms per meal. I never have a carb that isn't balanced by fat and protein.

I take Metformin ER 1000 mg at dinner time, tried taking it at bed time to control bp but it did'nt make a difference in dp and its just easier to remember at dinner time. On rare occasions, If I over do carbs with a meal such as eat too many tortilla chips/crackers at a party or have too carby meal at friends or restaurant, or get real coke instead of diet coke at a bar (I have switched to straight tequila as this gets too upsetting and happens to frequent, I instruct wait staff I am diabetic and will fall out if I do not get diet coke),in these cases, I have to take a extra 500 mg or bg will skyrocket. My 2 hr. post readings are under 120-130.

My dawn phen. rears its ugly head now and then. I hate the lack of control.....guess I am a control freak, like cause and effect that makes sense, dp doesn't make sens.

I don't understand it, as long as my A1C is so great, I have stopped testing in the morning as I just would stress out as stress also raises dp.

When I have dp, my morning bg (110-120) would raise if I didn't sleep well, after a shower or any exercise in the morning.

Dr. is aware and is not concerned b/c of great A1C reading. During the rest of the day my bgs are 80-90 before meals, and 120 two hrs. post meal.

YMMV but this works for me at this time in my journey and it is a journey.

Denise

shunsweets · 07-28-2009, 04:58 PM

Hi everybody. Wish we had a more active diabetes thread here but thought I'd check in. On day 12 of Metformin - upped it to 500mgsr in am and pm now. So far little effect. Wish I'd see a little weight loss or BGL improvement. Still having dawn p with fastings up to 130's and exercise sends my Levels up at least 30 points - never lowers it. Eating <10 carbs a day and still having spikes to 150's after meals that take hours to slowly come down. Finding this all very frustrating! Certainly not an exact science!

So should I increase my met to 1500mg sr next week? I don't want to go any higher than that. Any tips? This week I'm trying to watch protein and see if that helps. I take insulow and EPO as reccomended by Dr Burnstein but so far no changes. Maybe I'm too impatient or maybe I'm going to need a different med to get levels down. Dr says I'm more insulin deficient than resistant but hoped the met would rest my beta cells a bit.

OK. That's my story this week. Hope everybody is doing well. We will find the way to live healthfully with this diabetes devil!

CookinsForMe · 07-28-2009, 08:26 PM

MY BG has been rockin' good (most of the time) since starting my work outs on June 24th. I still have times when it's too high or too low but they're fewer and farther between now and the highs aren't nearly as high! I go to the Dr tomorrow for a followup and A1c. Say a prayer for me!

Denise

Georgia Lee · 07-29-2009, 03:16 PM

Hi, I'm new to this thread and fairly new to diabetes. Trying to wrap my head around all this has been confusing to say the least!

I just picked up a book last week and started the diet 7 days ago. Metabolism Miracle. So far I'm feeling great and losing weight.

Has anyone heard of this book/diet? If so, how is it working for you and do you have any thoughts on it?

Thanks,
Georgia Lee

NurseMonkee · 07-30-2009, 06:58 AM

Denise - It seems like your body can tolerate carbs. Have you tried having a carb snack prior to bed? I found that eating carbs late at night helped lower my morning dawn/phen numbers.

Shunsweets - You have to be patient. Your numbers are not going to be normal overnight and metformin takes time to kick in. Give it a few weeks. Just continue to do what you're doing. You're doing great so far.

GeorgiaLee - I don't follow the Metabolism Miracle, but if you go to the "OTHER" section of this board, you will find an on going thread for people who follow that plan. You might also want to checkout bs101.com
Lots of great info there regarding diabetes and how to control it and such.

Georgia Lee · 07-31-2009, 04:38 AM

Hi NurseMonkee,

I ventured over to the MM board and saw you over there!
And thanks for the Blood Sugar 101 website! Tons of great information there.

Thanks again!
Georgia Lee

CookinsForMe · 07-31-2009, 07:14 AM

So far so good this week. Dr. appt Wednesday went okay, not great but okay!

07-07-2009, 07:40 PM	#904
NurseMonkee MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 2,441 Gallery: NurseMonkee WOE: Low-Carb Start Date: Summer 08	My morning numbers are back down to 110-115 and my pre/post meal numbers in the 90's. I am going back down again which is good. I hope it keeps up. I just realized that today is July 7! A year ago today I found out that I was a diabetic with a fasting b/s of 279. My post-meal numbers were no better at 337! I might not be 100% in the normal range just yet, but I sure am close, and have reduced my numbers greatly from a year ago. I am pretty proud of myself. Yay! Go me. __________________ ELI "We are here to change. We are here to grow, develop and unfold. We are progressive beings that have infinite capacity." - *Michael Beckwith* "Keep it real, keep it whole, keep it clean!" - *Fawn*

07-13-2009, 11:12 PM	#917
That Girl MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 1,693 Gallery: That Girl	hi everyone, i have been trying to lower my bs as well...i am starting to think that too much protein is the problem for me....what kind of fiber do you guys recommend? when i have a yogurt in the morning w/granola, (sugar free) my numbers are better than when i don't..any suggestions? i am waking up w/numbers around 140, and around 5 pm i am at 100...thanks in advance! i take 500 mg metformin, before breakfast and dinner. Last edited by That Girl; 07-13-2009 at 11:13 PM..

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06-30-2009, 09:02 AM	#901
BABSY Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: MCKINNEY,TX Posts: 4,189 Gallery: BABSY	well I did have a shake but my bs dont go up after having a shake. I just think it was because I didnt take insulin yesterday and I need some probably everyday even if just a tiny amount.

06-30-2009, 10:16 AM	#902
mermaid MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Olympic Peninsula, WA Posts: 1,298 Gallery: mermaid Stats: 293/215/145 WOE: very low carb Start Date: restart May 15th @ 237	Nursemonkee, I am having a similar problem, with my blood sugars hanging out around 107 for two days, even at 5 grams carbs yesterday and 10 the day before! My protein was under 90 grams both days too. I am approaching TOM, so I hope that is the problem and I can get back to being in the 80's and 90's like I was doing for a few weeks (doing the same things I am doing now). So much for the ACV helping, eh? It seemed like it was going to work, and then it just didn't for me. Glad it works for some folks, though. Are you still trying it? Babsy, Wow, they used to call your condition being a "brittle" diabetic, meaning bouncing around all over the place with blood sugars. It is really hard to deal with. Keep on trying though! It's good that you're really on it, trying to figure it out. The final thing I can think of is that you may have some food sensitivities that are sending you soaring sometimes. For me, any grains at all will shoot my blood sugar up, and so will soy. Others react to dairy, tomatoes, onions, and many other things. It's highly individual, and not dependent on the number of carbs.

06-30-2009, 12:56 PM	#903
NurseMonkee MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 2,441 Gallery: NurseMonkee WOE: Low-Carb Start Date: Summer 08	I am still taking the ACV. It has only been 2-3 days for me. It is too early to tell if it works just yet. I am mainly taking it for yeast issues, but if it helps my b/s, it would be great! LOL. Yesterday I increased it to 2T daily.

07-08-2009, 06:06 AM	#905
Cherylg MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Surrounded by palm trees and blue water Posts: 2,904 Gallery: Cherylg Stats: 214/201/165 Start Date: Every Monday	I have been having high numbers in morning. This is after I have like two cups of coffee with half and half, and one packet of sweet and low - do you think this does anything to bs? - This morning is was 164. Also, any input as to where you get your test strips? I go online but I thought if any of you knew somewhere cheaper???? I am so disgusted with myself - for not just getting this weight off and equalizing my bs -

07-08-2009, 06:06 AM	#906
Cherylg MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Surrounded by palm trees and blue water Posts: 2,904 Gallery: Cherylg Stats: 214/201/165 Start Date: Every Monday	Nursemonkee - congrats to you!!!

07-09-2009, 06:29 PM	#907
NurseMonkee MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 2,441 Gallery: NurseMonkee WOE: Low-Carb Start Date: Summer 08	I get mine on ebay. I buy in bulk and make sure that the exp. is in 2010. I also try to look for the newer strips that have the name on them. I've only run into problems 1x, but the seller quickly sent me replacements. My insurance only covers a portion of my strips. I am left to buy the rest on my own since I test so much.

07-10-2009, 06:33 AM	#908
Cherylg MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Surrounded by palm trees and blue water Posts: 2,904 Gallery: Cherylg Stats: 214/201/165 Start Date: Every Monday	NurseMonkee - I never thought of e-bay - thanks!!!

07-10-2009, 07:02 AM	#911
Cherylg MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Surrounded by palm trees and blue water Posts: 2,904 Gallery: Cherylg Stats: 214/201/165 Start Date: Every Monday	Thanks MACXXX for your help!

07-10-2009, 08:26 AM	#912
mermaid MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Olympic Peninsula, WA Posts: 1,298 Gallery: mermaid Stats: 293/215/145 WOE: very low carb Start Date: restart May 15th @ 237	I get my strips on ebay too. Only one rip-off where she sent an empty box and never made good on it, but I have saved multiple hundreds of dollars overall. My mom also has extra from her insurance because she hardly ever tests herself (doesn't want to see those 200's and 300's from eating her Kentucky Fried Chicken and milkshakes I guess). I've seen them on craigslist too. Hit 95 this morning for my fasting glucose. Experimenting with some different supplements and eating only LC soup for dinner.

07-10-2009, 10:35 AM	#913
NurseMonkee MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 2,441 Gallery: NurseMonkee WOE: Low-Carb Start Date: Summer 08	Cheryl - Coffee raises my b/s. Some people say that it shouldn't and the whole caffeine thing is a myth, but I am going based on MY results. When I drink coffee my numbers go up. Mermaid - WTG on hitting 95 this morning. What supplements are you taking?

07-10-2009, 12:06 PM	#914
sherlynn9 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Concord, California, USA Posts: 678 Gallery: sherlynn9	Starting serious today, had a serving (shake) of Glucaffect at breakfast, brought everything to make one at lunch. Will have one before dinner, and one before bed. I have to be consistent with this, blood work being done in one month. As long as I've got the numbers going downward, my doctor will let me continue with diet, supplement, and exercise as opposed to more medicine. Sheryl

07-15-2009, 09:11 AM	#918
Butternut Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Indiana Posts: 5,907 Gallery: Butternut Stats: 3x/2x/Med. WOE: Low Carb Start Date: December 2001	Dr has told me to keep increasing bedtime Levemir until my fasting morning blood sugar numbers are under 100. I am also taking Novolog 10 units PLUS coverage before three meals. I have cut down on portion size. Am eating lowcarb/more protein and veggies. Small amt lowcarb berries. Always high in early morning!

07-16-2009, 11:54 AM	#919
sherlynn9 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Concord, California, USA Posts: 678 Gallery: sherlynn9	Not doing so well at getting those 4 servings per day of Glucaffect in. Yesterday was a no nutritional supplement at all day. So, I figure my high reading this morning is a good indication of without supplements and metformin (which I need to reorder). However, I have had serving 1 of Glucaffect and Classic this morning. Will have another after lunch, one when I get home, and one before bed. This is the routine I need to establish. I'm also back into the "no fruits" (my big downfall). So, going to give the supplementing without Metformin 1 week and see what happens (since I'd really like to not be on Metformin due to the "offensive" side affect). I'll keep you posted. Sheryl

07-24-2009, 07:18 PM	#920
NurseMonkee MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 2,441 Gallery: NurseMonkee WOE: Low-Carb Start Date: Summer 08	I got my A1C results. According to the results I am at 6.6 That really bothered me, because I think it should be lower. I test my blood sugar regularly and know that my numbers are not going high all the time. I do have elevated numbers in the morning and from time to time when I am upset, but that is about it. Would that be enough to push me to 6.6 when otherwise my daily numbers are not terrible. Not 100% normal yet, but within 90-120 pre/post meal. Last time I experienced the same. In April my results were like 8.something, which I argued with the lab about. Why am I getting higher A1C results? It doesn't match up.

07-28-2009, 05:23 AM	#924
30something Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Tavares, FL USA Posts: 490 Gallery: 30something Stats: 188-150-134 surpassed goal!! WOE: Diabetic Meal Plan(4-5 sm balanced low-mod carbs) Start Date: Restart: September 2005	My A1C has been 5.3 for the 12 months, I eat a balanced mod carb approx 100 carb gms. day in 4-5 small balanced meals per day each meal is approx. 21 carb gms, 22 protein gms, 9 fat gms per meal. I never have a carb that isn't balanced by fat and protein. I take Metformin ER 1000 mg at dinner time, tried taking it at bed time to control bp but it did'nt make a difference in dp and its just easier to remember at dinner time. On rare occasions, If I over do carbs with a meal such as eat too many tortilla chips/crackers at a party or have too carby meal at friends or restaurant, or get real coke instead of diet coke at a bar (I have switched to straight tequila as this gets too upsetting and happens to frequent, I instruct wait staff I am diabetic and will fall out if I do not get diet coke),in these cases, I have to take a extra 500 mg or bg will skyrocket. My 2 hr. post readings are under 120-130. My dawn phen. rears its ugly head now and then. I hate the lack of control.....guess I am a control freak, like cause and effect that makes sense, dp doesn't make sens. I don't understand it, as long as my A1C is so great, I have stopped testing in the morning as I just would stress out as stress also raises dp. When I have dp, my morning bg (110-120) would raise if I didn't sleep well, after a shower or any exercise in the morning. Dr. is aware and is not concerned b/c of great A1C reading. During the rest of the day my bgs are 80-90 before meals, and 120 two hrs. post meal. YMMV but this works for me at this time in my journey and it is a journey. Denise

07-28-2009, 04:58 PM	#925
shunsweets Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 358 Gallery: shunsweets Stats: 115 WOE: Bernstein's 6-12-12 Start Date: May 2003	Hi everybody. Wish we had a more active diabetes thread here but thought I'd check in. On day 12 of Metformin - upped it to 500mgsr in am and pm now. So far little effect. Wish I'd see a little weight loss or BGL improvement. Still having dawn p with fastings up to 130's and exercise sends my Levels up at least 30 points - never lowers it. Eating <10 carbs a day and still having spikes to 150's after meals that take hours to slowly come down. Finding this all very frustrating! Certainly not an exact science! So should I increase my met to 1500mg sr next week? I don't want to go any higher than that. Any tips? This week I'm trying to watch protein and see if that helps. I take insulow and EPO as reccomended by Dr Burnstein but so far no changes. Maybe I'm too impatient or maybe I'm going to need a different med to get levels down. Dr says I'm more insulin deficient than resistant but hoped the met would rest my beta cells a bit. OK. That's my story this week. Hope everybody is doing well. We will find the way to live healthfully with this diabetes devil!

07-28-2009, 08:26 PM	#926
CookinsForMe Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Northeast Texas Posts: 819 Blog Entries: 1 Gallery: CookinsForMe Stats: 188.8/171.2/140 WOE: Lower carb, moderate fat, & workouts 6 days a week Start Date: 6/24/09 for the umpteenth time.	MY BG has been rockin' good (most of the time) since starting my work outs on June 24th. I still have times when it's too high or too low but they're fewer and farther between now and the highs aren't nearly as high! I go to the Dr tomorrow for a followup and A1c. Say a prayer for me! Denise

07-29-2009, 03:16 PM	#927
Georgia Lee Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South Florida Posts: 349 Gallery: Georgia Lee Stats: 325/279/180 WOE: Metabolism Miracle Start Date: Step 2 - 9/13/09	Hi, I'm new to this thread and fairly new to diabetes. Trying to wrap my head around all this has been confusing to say the least! I just picked up a book last week and started the diet 7 days ago. Metabolism Miracle. So far I'm feeling great and losing weight. Has anyone heard of this book/diet? If so, how is it working for you and do you have any thoughts on it? Thanks, Georgia Lee

07-30-2009, 06:58 AM	#928
NurseMonkee MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 2,441 Gallery: NurseMonkee WOE: Low-Carb Start Date: Summer 08	Denise - It seems like your body can tolerate carbs. Have you tried having a carb snack prior to bed? I found that eating carbs late at night helped lower my morning dawn/phen numbers. Shunsweets - You have to be patient. Your numbers are not going to be normal overnight and metformin takes time to kick in. Give it a few weeks. Just continue to do what you're doing. You're doing great so far. GeorgiaLee - I don't follow the Metabolism Miracle, but if you go to the "OTHER" section of this board, you will find an on going thread for people who follow that plan. You might also want to checkout bs101.com Lots of great info there regarding diabetes and how to control it and such.

07-31-2009, 04:38 AM	#929
Georgia Lee Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South Florida Posts: 349 Gallery: Georgia Lee Stats: 325/279/180 WOE: Metabolism Miracle Start Date: Step 2 - 9/13/09	Hi NurseMonkee, I ventured over to the MM board and saw you over there! And thanks for the Blood Sugar 101 website! Tons of great information there. Thanks again! Georgia Lee

07-31-2009, 07:14 AM	#930
CookinsForMe Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Northeast Texas Posts: 819 Blog Entries: 1 Gallery: CookinsForMe Stats: 188.8/171.2/140 WOE: Lower carb, moderate fat, & workouts 6 days a week Start Date: 6/24/09 for the umpteenth time.	So far so good this week. Dr. appt Wednesday went okay, not great but okay!