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  1. deszcznocity

    Strategy for getting R insulin (UK NHS)

    This is exactly what my thought process was as well. I do not get any hypo symptoms above 3 mmol/L (based on Libre Optium readings). Only at a level of 2.4 mmol/L I get the cold sweat and shaking. Obvious to say I am keto adapted. When first diagnosed I got hypos at below 5.5 mmol/L. Also, I was...
  2. deszcznocity

    Strategy for getting R insulin (UK NHS)

    Thank you for your comments, much appreciated. Can you point me to the source claiming brain damage starts below 3.5 mmol/L? I am yet to find any conclusive evidence regarding this bg level. Everywhere I looked - I see 2.78 mmol/L being the limit.
  3. deszcznocity

    Strategy for getting R insulin (UK NHS)

    Yes, it is not insurmountable problem. My last HbA1c was 34 = 5.3%. As per HbA1c Units Converter - this relates to an avg bg level of 5.8mmol/L. I know that for a lot of people this is amazing/acceptable for a T1D. My aim, however, is HbA1c of 5% or lower. In order to achieve that aim I need the...
  4. deszcznocity

    Strategy for getting R insulin (UK NHS)

    Sorry, I might have missed it. I can cut back on my injections, it will just mean I either have more hypos (too large&fast single dosage for covering my meal) or I run higher bg than I want to (too small&fast dosage to cover my meal). The glycemic response of my body to the meals I eat has a...
  5. deszcznocity

    Strategy for getting R insulin (UK NHS)

    I disagree. One thing that perspires from dr B’s book is the message - know/learn your body. The other message is - the less variables, the more predictability. My bg levels rise differently depending on the type of meat I eat and depending on the fat intake. I know how much and what veggies I...
  6. deszcznocity

    Strategy for getting R insulin (UK NHS)

    I am on Tresiba (basal) and Humalog (for meals). I follow Dr Bernstein's protocol to an extent because I haven't got access to regular insulin. I have done basal testing and know exactly how much Tresiba makes my bg line flat when fasting. I cover meals with Humalog the way I do because I am...
  7. deszcznocity

    Strategy for getting R insulin (UK NHS)

    Because it is an ****** pain to manage my lifestyle this way. We are talking about at least 9 injections to cover meals. Instead, I would just do 1 injection per meal. Edited by Mod
  8. deszcznocity

    Strategy for getting R insulin (UK NHS)

    Well, I mainly eat lamb and beef which means I get a rather flat blood glucose increase after meals. The problem is Humalog is too fast and too short acting. It kicks in 30 min after injection and lasts approx 60 mins. I need regular insulin to cover me for 4-5 hours of slow glucose release...
  9. deszcznocity

    Strategy for getting R insulin (UK NHS)

    Yes, I am wearing Libre. They told me they have never seen T1D so well controlled, ever. So if I am so well controlled, what is there to fear? Over the course of last 9 months I had maybe 7 hypos. I clearly know what I am doing. Ultimately it is my responsibility to take care of myself, is it...
  10. deszcznocity

    Strategy for getting R insulin (UK NHS)

    Hello everyone, I am following Dr Bernstein's protocol in the sense I use Tresiba and eat low/no carb for 9 months now. At my diagnosis in Sept 2019 my A1c was 92, after 4 months thanks to Dr B approach was down to 42, last month's A1c was 34. My problem is my consultant is hesitant to prescribe...
  11. deszcznocity

    Fruit, fructose and blood glucose

    I recommend Fat Chance: Fructose 2.0 by Prof. Lustig on youtube. It will blow your mind.
  12. deszcznocity

    Fruit, fructose and blood glucose

    Fructose passes directly through the liver and the liver responds converting it to triglicerides. Fructose blocks metabolism of glucose in the liver and the synthesis of glucose into glycogen. As a result, the pancreas secretes more insulin to overcome the glucose traffic jam at the liver and in...
  13. deszcznocity

    Diabetes and statins

    Please search on youtube for: The cholesterol hypothesis is wrong - Malcolm Kendrick - Part 1 Dr. Malcolm Kendrick on Doctoring Data or if you like to read: https://drmalcolmkendrick.org/2017/05/08/its-official-statins-do-not-have-any-side-effects/...
  14. deszcznocity

    High A1C levels can be lowered f you put in work to lower it

    Buy his book - Dr Bernstein's Diabetes Solution. Also find his videos on youtube. That will get you started.
  15. deszcznocity

    High A1C levels can be lowered f you put in work to lower it

    It is possible to be type 1 and be in ketosis. You just need to know what you are doing. I have been following dr Bernstein's protocol which is NOT high fat low carb. He recommends moderate protein plus whatever fat comes with it plus green leafy vegetables for phytonutrients and fiber. Here's...
  16. deszcznocity

    Blood Sugar Anxiety

    I am type I following Dr Bernstein’s diabetes solution book guidelines and have Freestyle Libre on me. I still check me blood glucose every 2-4 hours. My wife says I am paranoid about my bg, cause although I always am in 3.9-6.7 mmol/l range and only have a hypo due to my mistake ( happens...
  17. deszcznocity

    Muscle spasms / cramps

    I supplement with 1g chelated magnesium bisglycinate daily, but you can eat as well brazil nuts and walnuts. As for potassium - I drink salty home made broth (beef bones are cheap as chips at local butchers) every day. If you cant get bones for broth, You can try eating 1 teaspoon of Lo-Salt...
  18. deszcznocity

    Type 2 and shielding letter

    There is plenty of articles - just google: In the Age of COVID-19, Metabolic Health is More Important than Ever Dr. Mariela Glandt Why High Blood Sugars Compromise Our Immune System at diaverge.com The Effect of Short-Term Hyperglycemia on the Innate Immune System. by Jafar, Edriss, Nugent.#...
  19. deszcznocity

    I feel like i wont be happy again:(((

    Regarding your diagnosis - have you heard about Dr Bernstein's diabetes solution book? I would highly recommend it. If you can't get it in your country or if it is too expensive, you can watch his videos on youtube. He has lived with diabetes for over 70 years - and reversed all of his...
  20. deszcznocity

    Apple and Bowl of Porridge

    Please google Dr Unwin's NICE Endorsed Infonographics - 1 bowl of porridge is equivalent to 4 teaspoons of sugar, 1 apple is on average an equivalent to 2 spoons of sugar.