Recent Content by Andreja1973

I hope you are feeling better. I had a chesty cough/cold last week and sugars hit the roof e.g 20 + mmol. I suggest mild exercise to sweat it out plus a stable diet

Sorry you are feeling like this but my philosophy is to go on the DESMOND course through your GP. From what I understand it's a one day course which gives you an oversight on your condition. The philosophy for people with this chronic condition is: "You owe the condition, the condition does...

Thank you all for your comments. Living with this condition is like refreshing your membership on life. You know you need to renew but leave it in the background. I can positively say I have learnt so much about my diabetes (type 1) and embrace learning from people that have the same condition...

Hi Sorry for the late reply. I start by saying what would work for me may (and I mean may standing on the fence) may not work for you. I am not a role model person with diabetes but I know if I eat a cache of porridge and I DO NOT (sorry for writing in capitals) inject then I know when I...

Thanks. The bizarre reason was one day a mate said I need to exercise from one of my non exercise days. I went with them and after I finished I thought this good, why not exercise this day as well.. This week I realised I have burnt out... so I am resting, acknowledging and trying not to do an...

I have type 1 diabetes and for the last 11 years I have been heavily into exercise. This is my regime and need you guys opinion: 4:20am wake up Exercise till 5am 5:30am Leave the house to the train station 6:15am At the work Gym I do the following 1. Rowing 22 minutes (intensive) 2. Bench...

Hi firstly sorry to hear. However I agree with the last comment. I would consult with your nurse specialist or consultant and try to be put on a DAFNE programme (dose adjustment for normal eating). That course would put you at ease to rationalise your daily insulin intake. As for returning to...

Hello Common problem I am 40 years old and having problems getting an erection. My partner has been very patient but I conscious she has wants. I was contemplating taking Viagra but research suggests and proven if taken (despite good fitness levels) that a possible heart attack could happen...