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During the DAFNE course I did a few months back. I got told to take half the total amount of carbs for baked beans. I don't particularly understand why, but it seems to be working for me. Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

I'm guessing your daughter is on a mix insulin (Novomix maybe) so generally you can inject that all sites regardless of what age you are. After being diabetic for several years and being on a mix when diagnosed, there is no real reason I know of that you cannot inject her where she feels...

Best to do the BI (background insulin) in the lower half of your body i.e thighs, bum, as the lower half has a slower absorption rate. Best for Lantus, Levemir etc... And best to do your QA (Quick Acting) in the top half i.e stomach, arms, as the top half has a faster absorption rate. Best for...

Type 1, 21 years of ages and diagnosed 3 and a half years ago. I've read so much on here about Thyroid testing and what your Thyroid is, as I've never heard about it at all. To any who knows, can I ask for a test in with my annual HbA1c as I've never had a Thyroid test before. Also do you...

I always test 4 times a day: before breakfast, before lunch, before dinner and before bed. And ofcorse if and when feeling low. Best way to gain good control! Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

Type 1 London Marine Broker 21 Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

Best thing to do Beth is eat food before and/or after you drink. Try not to drink too much as it can cause serious highs and lows. I know how you feel as I was diagnosed just before I turned 18 and feel like your on your own. Sent from the Diabetes Forum App