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  1. Taeholic_
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    Type 2 Insulin and potatoes

    Update: I took my insulin exactly 5 mins before my roast dinner with mashed potatoes this evening. After 2 hours my BG is 0.1 higher than my...
    Post by: Taeholic_, Jun 24, 2021 in forum: Ask A Question
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    Type 2 Insulin and potatoes

    Thanks for the suggestions, I'll try alternatives and see how I get on
    Post by: Taeholic_, Jun 24, 2021 in forum: Ask A Question
  3. Taeholic_
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    Type 2 Insulin and potatoes

    Thanks for that info, I'll definitely pass it along at my next appointment :)
    Post by: Taeholic_, Jun 24, 2021 in forum: Ask A Question
  4. Taeholic_
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    Type 2 Insulin and potatoes

    Funny I was told 15 minutes to work and sake hour and half to peak. No I'm not on a pump but I test regularly and still can't make sense of my...
    Post by: Taeholic_, Jun 23, 2021 in forum: Ask A Question
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    Type 2 Insulin and potatoes

    Oh no that's really tough. I think the slimster burger buns are the only carbs that don't spike me. I'm very much looking forward to a roast...
    Post by: Taeholic_, Jun 23, 2021 in forum: Ask A Question
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    Type 2 Insulin and potatoes

    Thanks @jaywak I always give the full dose so I thought maybe that's where I was going wrong. Or my timing was off because I'm injecting the right...
    Post by: Taeholic_, Jun 23, 2021 in forum: Ask A Question
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    Type 2 Insulin and potatoes

    Thanks @sleepster You are lucky you don't spike. I'll try taking my full dose a few minutes beforehand [emoji1696]
    Post by: Taeholic_, Jun 23, 2021 in forum: Ask A Question
  8. Taeholic_
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    Type 2 Insulin and potatoes

    Hi all, I was hoping to get advise on how best to manage my BG and eat mashed potatoes with butter. I'm very slim and trying to put on weight...
    Thread by: Taeholic_, Jun 23, 2021, 13 replies, in forum: Ask A Question
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    Good app

    Hi, I use the Hedia app with my Contour XT. Just hold the monitor over your phone to transfer data or there's the option to sync or input manually.
    Post by: Taeholic_, Jun 5, 2021 in forum: Blood Glucose Monitoring
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    Lows while in the sun

    That's good to know, thank you. I haven't seen the sun since lol but hopefully it's nice next week. I still have a lot of learn, I've pretty...
    Post by: Taeholic_, Jun 5, 2021 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
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    Android App Recommendation Please?

    I've just started using the Hedia app. One feature I really like is that you can calculate how much insulin to take based on your BG readings and...
    Post by: Taeholic_, Jun 4, 2021 in forum: Ask A Question
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    Lows while in the sun

    Oh really? I wasn't aware of that. I rarely wake during the night to test but I'll test regularly throughout the day. Thanks for the heads up...
    Post by: Taeholic_, Jun 4, 2021 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
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    Supplements

    I've tried both Berberine and Chromium, neither of which appeared to have any effect on my BG. I tried them separately too but same result or...
    Post by: Taeholic_, Jun 4, 2021 in forum: Other Diabetic Medications
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    Lows while in the sun

    Morning, I have a real fear of hypos they knock me for six so I know that doesn't help. I always carry Lift and test regularly. I need to push...
    Post by: Taeholic_, Jun 4, 2021 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
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    Lows while in the sun

    I was talking to my clinic, she advised me to reduce my Novorapid in the sun and said the sun speeds up my metabolism, I already have a high...
    Post by: Taeholic_, Jun 4, 2021 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
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    Lows while in the sun

    Thanks Jaylee, You're right it's probably best I call my clinic and get their advice. There haven't been many hot days so this is a relatively...
    Post by: Taeholic_, Jun 3, 2021 in forum: Diabetes Discussions
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    Lows while in the sun

    Hi everyone, I'm T2 (still waiting on tests) on Novorapid and Lantus since the end of Sept last year. I've noticed on hot days that my BG falls...
    Thread by: Taeholic_, Jun 3, 2021, 10 replies, in forum: Diabetes Discussions
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    Introduce Yourself: Answer Some Personal Questions

    - What is your name? Rachel - How old are you? 39 - Are you male or female? Female - Which country are you from? Ireland - Which city/area do you...
    Post by: Taeholic_, Jun 3, 2021 in forum: Greetings and Introductions
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