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The past 3 1/2 months have been nothing but one big flare-up, even while taking the meds. Guess I'll try totally eleminating gluten first to see if that takes care of the situation. Does anyone know if there is a list somewhere of things like gluten-free mustard, mayo, BBQ sauce, seasonings...

Having my gastroenterologist or his nurse tell me what to eat for Colitis poses some problems. My gastroenterologist knows about Colitis, but not about eating very low carb to control my diabetes. I need someone who fully understands both. Plus, the truth is that doctors, including...

I was diagnosed with Collagenous Colitis about 6 weeks ago. The doc prescribed Prednisone for 7 weeks, I still have a week and a half to go. I've gained 10 pounds while taking it and it keeps my blood sugar so high that I don't even check it any more. My last A1c was 5.7, but the next one...

I agree with Elaine that because of your age, you could have MODY or type 1.5 Here is a link to information about MODY: http://www.phlaunt.com/diabetes/14047009.php

Chocolate Fudge This is so good, and easy to make. Totally takes care of those chocolate cravings. This recipe calls for glycerin (glycerine), but it is an optional ingredient. Glycerin is often used as a sweetener and it has no effect on blood sugar, so if you leave it out, the fudge won't...

Speaking of time, next September I will have been married 50 years and DH doesn't cook, so if you add it up, I've probably spent several years in the kitchen. That's most likely why I think of it as a chore, but ya do what ya gotta do. :)

Thank you for the greetings and the diabetes info. There don't seem to be many low carb ready-made products out there, which means lots more cooking for all of us diabetics, that's why I say it ain't easy. But maybe with a little attitude adjustment I can start thinking of cooking and baking...

Neuropathy and other diabetic complications can start at a bg of 7.8 mmol/L (140 mg/dl) so it is important to keep your bg below that at all times. Fortunately, nerves can heal and the damage can be reversed. This link should tell you all you need to know about Neuropathy, how to stop it and...

This is a link to an article... 'Hypoglycemia in Type 2 Diabetes' http://diabeteshealth.com/read/2011/10/ ... -diabetes/ I hope you can find some info. there that will be of help to you.

Hi, Jussy. Both parents, both brothers and one sister are type 2, but when it was my turn, I really didn't know much about diabetes. I thought all a person had to do was give up sugar and all would be well, but was surprised to find that is only a very tiny part of it. If you have any...

Hi, Rachel. Sorry your boyfriend is having such a rough time right now. I'm sure his doctor will be able to answer any questions your boyfriend might have. Once he is out of the hospital, the folks at this forum will be able to help him get his blood sugar under control. Hang in there.

In 2011 after a routine blood test, my doc said I was close to being prediabetic, which was pretty scary because I have 3 close relatives who died from complications of diabetes, and 2 relatives and 1 friend who have lost a leg. It's just about time for the health care thing to kick in here in...