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Has Anyone Figured Out The Carbs In Tomato Basil Soup? It Seems To Run My Blood Sugar Up No Matter What Carb Count I Put In???!!!!
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A MyType1DiabetesTeam Member

Thanks Liz and John

posted 9 hours ago
I’m Having A Lot Of Problems With My Dexcom G7. The Readings Are Way Off. Is Anyone Else Experiencing This?
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A MyType1DiabetesTeam Member

Acetaminophen shouldn’t be effecting any readings since the G5 - unless you are taking off-label doses.

posted 1 day ago
Traveling To Ireland Next Week. First Time With Pod And CGM Outside Of The US Travel Always Stresses Me Out. Suggestions For Smooth Trip?
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A MyType1DiabetesTeam Member

Through my research before flying I discovered that a cgm can be affected by the full body xray scanner because of the radiation. Some people say it doesn't but better safe than sorry. I always notify… read more

posted 18 hours ago
Does Anyone Have Or Felt The "SOMOGYI AFFECT" Or "THE DAWN PHENOMENON" ??? Just Recently Learned About This Had No Idea Of Its Existence...
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A MyType1DiabetesTeam Member

Every morning.

posted 2 days ago
Update: Went For My 3 Mo. Endocrinologist Appt. Wearing Omnipod 5 And Dexcom 6
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Went for my 3 mo. Endocrinologist appt Monday and got a GREAT report!! She said I have been in range with my BS numbers 73% of the time which they want you to be 70 % and said my overall numbers are better than they have ever been!!! 🤣👍👏she did tweak my insulin pump a bit more and said we would recheck it in 3 mos. A1C was 7.7
So we are happy!!!

I got the Omnipod in December so this is my first 3 months checkup on it

A MyType1DiabetesTeam Member

It's great to hear that you're keeping up with your appointments and using technology like the Omnipod 5 and Dexcom 6 to manage your Type 1 diabetes. How have these devices been helping you with your… read more

posted 6 days ago
How Many Of You Are Tired All The Time Wether What Your Blood Sugar Levels Are?
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A MyType1DiabetesTeam Member

I constantly feel exhausted, no amount of sleep seems to help. My bloodwork comes back normal so it has to be related to diabetes. High, in range or low blood sugar it does not matter I’m still… read more

posted May 1
Why Does My BG Climb Over 200 After Breakfast Even Of I Eat Less?
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T1D

A MyType1DiabetesTeam Member

I find if I just eat protein for breakfast my bg doesn't rise much.

posted April 28
Why Does My BG Climb Over 200 After Breakfast Even Of I Eat Less?
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A MyType1DiabetesTeam Member

Your basal insulin might need adjusting. Talk to your Healthcare Team.

posted 7 days ago
Why Is Insulin So Expensive Out Of Pocket? Any Suggestions On Where To Get It Cheaper.
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A MyType1DiabetesTeam Member

Walmart sells an insulin called Novolin R for $25. It takes 4 hours instead of 2, but in dire needs it has saved my life! Just go to the pharmacy and ask to buy Novolin R (not Novolin N).

posted 4 days ago
With Summer Coming, I Notice I Need To Do A Whole Overhaul To My Insulin Quantities To Adjust For The Warmer Temperatures.
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When I'm staying active outside I notice that my #'s will spike more in the heat. Before in colder months, the same activity would lower my BS. Now I have to take more insulin before a workout.

A MyType1DiabetesTeam Member

It's great that you're proactive about managing your insulin during warmer months! Here are a few tips to help you adjust and store your insulin properly:

1. **Monitor Insulin Storage**: Insulin… read more

posted April 24
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