What was your fasting blood glucose? (full on chat)

[jjraak]

So, I have just now copied and texted your longer post on here with the link to the film to her. You did want the B12 message passing on, so I am assuming that is okay.

Indeed @gennepher .

It seems such a common yet easily fixable issue if people are aware and request a test if suspicious.

I think we're lucky as since T2D I now know I can request a test to monitor my levels each year.

A side note was due to mums condition, I had read (but not verified) that some refer to dementia/Alzheimer's as a type of diabetes .

And the thought that if the excess glucose can cause issue to our limbs, what on earth could it do to such a sensitive piece of equipment like our brains & thought processes. Mmmh

To whit I read (please look for links ) that selenium is an important part of brain function

Oddly Brazil nuts give a good level of that, however too many (more then 3 it seems daily ) can cause an overload and create its own issues

I remember scoffing chocolate Brazil's as a kid by the handful .lol.

Health Benefits of Brazil Nuts

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But older sensible me thinks differently

I buy a bag each month and most days eat one or two

It causes me no discomfort & while it's another cost, a bag lasts a good while
And it Might do me good

I guess time will tell

And I'd rather try and waste my time
Then find out later it actually would have helped

Btw movies very much a mid afternoon matinee/murder she wrote not a Hollywood blockbuster stylee.

But I found it full of useful information.
And a true story to boot .

 

[gennepher]

Indeed @gennepher .

It seems such a common yet easily fixable issue if people are aware and request a test if suspicious.

I think we're lucky as since T2D I now know I can request a test to monitor my levels each year.

A side note was due to mums condition, I had read (but not verified) that some refer to dementia/Alzheimer's as a type of diabetes .

And the thought that if the excess glucose can cause issue to our limbs, what on earth could it do to such a sensitive piece of equipment like our brains & thought processes. Mmmh

To whit I read (please look for links ) that selenium is an important part of brain function

Oddly Brazil nuts give a good level of that, however too many (more then 3 it seems daily ) can cause an overload and create its own issues

I remember scoffing chocolate Brazil's as a kid by the handful .lol.

But older sensible me thinks different

I buy a bag each month and most days eat one or two

It causes me no discomfort & while it's another cost, a bag lasts a good while
And it Might do me good

I guess time will tell

And I'd rather try and waste my time
Then find out later it actually would have helped

Btw movies very much a mid afternoon matinee/murder she wrote not a Hollywood blockbuster stylee.

But I found it full of useful information.
And a true story to boot .

Hi @jjraak

The last 40 years I was worried about a possible heart attack as I got older, and the info I gave when questioned by doctors on family health problems included this, and I am on 2 blood pressure medications because my mother died of a heart attack, and it was on her side of the family, and other problems like that.

But I mentioned on here a long while ago, in this thread, and privately to some of you, that I was convinced/thought my Aunty J was my mother. And my cousin, her son, told me on the day of her funeral in the church, he'd grabbed me in the churchyard, and said it was my place to walk behind her coffin into the church (you can imagine my confusion) and that Aunty J, his mother, was also my mother, and he was my brother. He said I deserved that at least, to walk behind her coffin up the aisle, and that he had put my paintings in her coffin that I had given her, and that she had on (in her coffin) a jumper I had knitted especially for her....

So, the mother that brought me up was absolutely no direct relation to me. And the information that I had given doctors over the years, when they asked about my mother's health was absolutely incorrect.

Aunty J, my birth mother, had dementia/Alzheimer's. That was one problem I thought I was never going to have as it wasn't in my direct family that brought me up.

I got proof Aunty J was my birth mother a short while ago, and I was too raw to try and tell you all on here. I broke down every time I started typing. Tears in my eyes now, but I can write about it.

As an aside, just before she died I went to the nursing home to see her. I was warned she recognised no one. But as I sat down next to her, her face lit up into smiles, and broke into recognition of me. "Little ________ (my name)", and her bony wasted hand reached for mine. Then suddenly, as quick as it came, it was gone. She finally had me back, and I have a precious memory. But I didn't know that, until her funeral when my cousin/now brother, told me that she was my birth mother.

So now, I am paranoid about Alzheimer's/dementia.

 

[dogslife]

Well WHAT an Entrance .....

You don't say much, then come in here and just smash one OUT OF THE PARK .

What a fantastic result & turnaround by you...

BRAVO .

Outstanding news & so pleased for you.

Annoying all the side effects, obviously, but as some one said hopefully they'll settle down as your body acclimatises to the new meds

Brilliant news @dogslife .

Many thanks@jjraak. Retested before lunch as a precaution in case of a pending hypo as I'd taken Gliclizide after breakfast but tested 10.4. Bit of a diappointment but still feeling positive.Best wishes.

 

[Annb]

Are, now I see it, terraced rice paddys?


You.must have some patience @dunelm!

Yes - that's what I was thinking. Kind of Far Eastern scene.

 

[jjraak]

Many thanks@jjraak. Retested before lunch as a precaution in case of a pending hypo as I'd taken Gliclizide after breakfast but tested 10.4. Bit of a diappointment but still feeling positive.Best wishes.

Still good news.

I think like many on other meds it's that balancing act that's so hard to achieve

Perseverance is the key.

Remember our bodies are a wiley foe...matching each chess move we make with its own, until it accepts we are really ok doing 'this' ..whatever 'this' is for each of us.

Best wishes moving forward it all becomes more settled for you.

( Heart )

 

[lindisfel]

Hi @jjraak

The last 40 years I was worried about a possible heart attack as I got older, and the info I gave when questioned by doctors on family health problems included this, and I am on 2 blood pressure medications because my mother died of a heart attack, and it was on her side of the family, and other problems like that.

But I mentioned on here a long while ago, in this thread, and privately to some of you, that I was convinced/thought my Aunty J was my mother. And my cousin, her son, told me on the day of her funeral in the church, he'd grabbed me in the churchyard, and said it was my place to walk behind her coffin into the church (you can imagine my confusion) and that Aunty J, his mother, was also my mother, and he was my brother. He said I deserved that at least, to walk behind her coffin up the aisle, and that he had put my paintings in her coffin that I had given her, and that she had on (in her coffin) a jumper I had knitted especially for her....

So, the mother that brought me up was absolutely no direct relation to me. And the information that I had given doctors over the years, when they asked about my mother's health was absolutely incorrect.

Aunty J, my birth mother, had dementia/Alzheimer's. That was one problem I thought I was never going to have as it wasn't in my direct family that brought me up.

I got proof Aunty J was my birth mother a short while ago, and I was too raw to try and tell you all on here. I broke down every time I started typing. Tears in my eyes now, but I can write about it.

As an aside, just before she died I went to the nursing home to see her. I was warned she recognised no one. But as I sat down next to her, her face lit up into smiles, and broke into recognition of me. "Little ________ (my name)", and her bony wasted hand reached for mine. Then suddenly, as quick as it came, it was gone. She finally had me back, and I have a precious memory. But I didn't know that, until her funeral when my cousin/now brother, told me that she was my birth mother.

So now, I am paranoid about Alzheimer's/dementia.

I wouldn't worry jjraak and gennepher my much older sister died at 85 of dementia, she still recognised me and Marjorie just before she died but couldn't remember her husband. No sign yet for me and 84 in June but I would like to get up the fells again! At least to Bowscale Tarn.
I take three blood pressure meds and now got cancer a second time. God has been good to me.

Derek

 

[Annb]

Hi @jjraak

The last 40 years I was worried about a possible heart attack as I got older, and the info I gave when questioned by doctors on family health problems included this, and I am on 2 blood pressure medications because my mother died of a heart attack, and it was on her side of the family, and other problems like that.

But I mentioned on here a long while ago, in this thread, and privately to some of you, that I was convinced/thought my Aunty J was my mother. And my cousin, her son, told me on the day of her funeral in the church, he'd grabbed me in the churchyard, and said it was my place to walk behind her coffin into the church (you can imagine my confusion) and that Aunty J, his mother, was also my mother, and he was my brother. He said I deserved that at least, to walk behind her coffin up the aisle, and that he had put my paintings in her coffin that I had given her, and that she had on (in her coffin) a jumper I had knitted especially for her....

So, the mother that brought me up was absolutely no direct relation to me. And the information that I had given doctors over the years, when they asked about my mother's health was absolutely incorrect.

Aunty J, my birth mother, had dementia/Alzheimer's. That was one problem I thought I was never going to have as it wasn't in my direct family that brought me up.

I got proof Aunty J was my birth mother a short while ago, and I was too raw to try and tell you all on here. I broke down every time I started typing. Tears in my eyes now, but I can write about it.

As an aside, just before she died I went to the nursing home to see her. I was warned she recognised no one. But as I sat down next to her, her face lit up into smiles, and broke into recognition of me. "Little ________ (my name)", and her bony wasted hand reached for mine. Then suddenly, as quick as it came, it was gone. She finally had me back, and I have a precious memory. But I didn't know that, until her funeral when my cousin/now brother, told me that she was my birth mother.

So now, I am paranoid about Alzheimer's/dementia.

How sad that you couldn't have been told earlier that the lady was your mother - others clearly knew. You might have had the opportunity to enjoy each other while she was in a position to do that. However, you know now and can enjoy fond memories - especially that last one. You also gained a brother with the information.

Alzheimer's/dementia is an awful thing and can have many causes. We can only do our best to look after ourselves and hope it will be enough. My late husband, Tom, suffered dementia in his last years due to Parkinsons. It was distressing for us in the family, but he wasn't aware of it. My father too, but that was the result of mini strokes. There is only so much we can do to avoid it but if taking supplements is likely to help, I'm all for it.

 

[jjraak]

Aunty J, my birth mother, had dementia/Alzheimer's

Oh Genn.

My heart aches for your pain.

How does one begin to cope with all your post entailed .

While I get the last sentence, it doesn't benefit us really

So I like to spin it by seeing it this way.

Life's a battle.
I could be in a war, sat down in a trench, terrified the enemy will be jumping in at any moment.

Or I could try to make sure I have enough ammo & keep a good lookout for any enemy movement.

Not guaranteed to succeed, but I'm doing my very best to be the winner.

I'm more aware then I was of possible signs & the benefits of some possible preventative medicine .

I doubt any of us can do much more.

 

[jjraak]

I wouldn't worry jjraak and gennepher my much older sister died at 85 of dementia, she still recognised me and Marjorie just before she died but couldn't remember her husband.

Indeed life in its way has blessed you.

And the positive way you deal with it..respect

Mums journey was harder
Didnt recognise any of us.

But like Genn, we had moments of clarity too, but they passed far too quickly.

I'm glad you had a better experience.

For us it was more upclose & personal .

A few years of not making intelligible speech.

So best I can do, as I said elsewhere is to be aware, which I am, and utilise anything that might alleviate the possibility, as best I can.

Btw, don't forget to take pics when you get to bowscale tarn.

 

[gennepher]

I wouldn't worry jjraak and gennepher my much older sister died at 85 of dementia, she still recognised me and Marjorie just before she died but couldn't remember her husband. No sign yet for me and 84 in June but I would like to get up the fells again! At least to Bowscale Tarn.
I take three blood pressure meds and now got cancer a second time. God has been good to me.

Derek

Thanks Derek.

Send us photos when you do that walk up the fells to Bowscale Tarn x

 

[gennepher]

How sad that you couldn't have been told earlier that the lady was your mother - others clearly knew. You might have had the opportunity to enjoy each other while she was in a position to do that. However, you know now and can enjoy fond memories - especially that last one. You also gained a brother with the information.

Alzheimer's/dementia is an awful thing and can have many causes. We can only do our best to look after ourselves and hope it will be enough. My late husband, Tom, suffered dementia in his last years due to Parkinsons. It was distressing for us in the family, but he wasn't aware of it. My father too, but that was the result of mini strokes. There is only so much we can do to avoid it but if taking supplements is likely to help, I'm all for it.

@Annb Hugs for your husband.

I am going to be researching the supplements I take to see if I need to change/alter dosage of any of them, or add to them.
J, my birth mother lived to be 90. The Alzheimer's happened a few months before, and she had lived independently until then. She was separated, years before, from my birth father Uncle M, who died just before his 100th birthday. And my Grandma, J's mother, died a few days before her 100th birthday (she was so wanting that telegram from the Queen). I just had to check on Ancestry, but my Great Grandparents lived independently untill nearly 90 (they had separated years previously). So longevity might be in my birth family?

So might I have nearly another 30 years to go?

Then I need to be as healthy as possible....

 

[gennepher]

Oh Genn.

My heart aches for your pain.

How does one begin to cope with all your post entailed .

While I get the last sentence, it doesn't benefit us really

So I like to spin it by seeing it this way.

Life's a battle.
I could be in a war, sat down in a trench, terrified the enemy will be jumping in at any moment.

Or I could try to make sure I have enough ammo & keep a good lookout for any enemy movement.

Not guaranteed to succeed, but I'm doing my very best to be the winner.

I'm more aware then I was of possible signs & the benefits of some possible preventative medicine .

I doubt any of us can do much more.

Thanks @jjraak
I get your take on it.
I will be doing anything I can to keep my brain alert and active.
And I will explore alternative stuff more...

 

[jjraak]

Thanks @jjraak
I get your take on it.
I will be doing anything I can to keep my brain alert and active.
And I will explore alternative stuff more...

I doubt I have to advise you anything life wise given your tenacity & spirit .

But as always it's good to share veiwpoints & opinions .

I'd suggest your brain is more then active with all you do .

 

[gennepher]

I doubt I have to advise you anything life wise given your tenacity & spirit .

But as always it's good to share veiwpoints & opinions .

I'd suggest your brain is more than active with all you do .

Thank you.
I always feel inadequate as though I don't do enough, or good enough, or active enough with my brain. But, I imagine that is a perception many of us have about ourselves.
I am a work in progress, as we all are.
And I do appreciate everything posted on this thread.
Thanks.

 

[Annb]

@Annb Hugs for your husband.

I am going to be researching the supplements I take to see if I need to change/alter dosage of any of them, or add to them.
J, my birth mother lived to be 90. The Alzheimer's happened a few months before, and she had lived independently until then. She was separated, years before, from my birth father Uncle M, who died just before his 100th birthday. And my Grandma, J's mother, died a few days before her 100th birthday (she was so wanting that telegram from the Queen). I just had to check on Ancestry, but my Great Grandparents lived independently untill nearly 90 (they had separated years previously). So longevity might be in my birth family?

So might I have nearly another 30 years to go?

Then I need to be as healthy as possible....

Tom didn't know anybody in the last year of his life - other than our granddaughter, Em. He had no idea who I was in the last couple of years and wouldn't let me help him, or touch him. He thought Neil was some kind of medical professional.

My father thought I was my mother. He had no idea who his younger brother was, or his 2 grandsons. It is very distressing, as though the sufferer is deliberately cutting you out from their lives. But, of course, it isn't deliberate. They weren't aware that they were doing it.

My uncle couldn't understand how his much loved and respected eldest brother couldn't understand that they were brothers. He was almost in tears when he told me that my Dad had said to him, "How come you have the same parents as me?" But that is dementia.

 

[lindisfel]

If you were in France they would collect them and eat them!

Please don't put out slug pellets they kill Song Thrushes

 

[gennepher]

Tom didn't know anybody in the last year of his life - other than our granddaughter, Em. He had no idea who I was in the last couple of years and wouldn't let me help him, or touch him. He thought Neil was some kind of medical professional.

My father thought I was my mother. He had no idea who his younger brother was, or his 2 grandsons. It is very distressing, as though the sufferer is deliberately cutting you out from their lives. But, of course, it isn't deliberate. They weren't aware that they were doing it.

My uncle couldn't understand how his much loved and respected eldest brother couldn't understand that they were brothers. He was almost in tears when he told me that my Dad had said to him, "How come you have the same parents as me?" But that is dementia.

That is hard and sad @Annb to be living with it on a day to day basis. Especially with your husband. That would be so wearing after a time.

With your father, that must have been very difficult for you in many ways him thinking you were his wife.

Dementia is so cruel to the people they once knew they loved.
You had a hard time with all that in your family. Hugs for you.

My mother that brought me up, had several strokes (she died at 62, and I dreaded reaching 62 in case I died then, I am nearly 74 now), and refused to let my father that brought me up take care of her, so I went down to Devon to help. She couldn't speak, she had to learn names all over again of everything including her beloved plants in her garden. But she was very agitated with me being there. And was trying to reject me from being there. But I didn't know at that time she wasn't my birth mother, but I realise now despite the stroke she knew I was not her birth daughter (she never liked me anyway, but I always do my duty), and I think it was hell for her me being there, and because of the strokes she was unable to verbalise her feelings towards me, as she had done on previous occasions. Her birth son D never turned up, that must have cut her to the quick. She got violent to me and I had to leave. I had left my 3 small children at home with a neighbour so I had to get back. She died of a heart attack a few days later.

Life was not kind to her at the end. I think her mind knew everything but she was not able to verbalise it.

Strokes and dementia are very cruel.

 

[gennepher]

Please fon't put out slug pellets they kill Song Thrushes

I can assure you I do not use slug pellets @lindisfel or any chemical in my garden

 

[jjraak]

Thank you.
I always feel inadequate as though I don't do enough, or good enough, or active enough with my brain. But, I imagine that is a perception many of us have about ourselves.
I am a work in progress, as we all are.
And I do appreciate everything posted on this thread.
Thanks.

I think that's a common feeling, Genn.

Pretty sure each of us is phenomenal to others in ways we don't even consider.

Personally in awe at how determined you are, that nothing stops you enjoying your life the way you want to enjoy it.

Pretty sure that's rather phenomenal to those looking in.

We just see what we do as normal, and what others do as exceptional.

We all downplay our successes
I guess.

 

[dunelm]

Some strange stuff going on at Yorkshire Tea. Perhaps they have been infiltrated by dumplings and puddings @ianpspurs