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Jan 19, 2015

HelenP 218 posts

From Calorie King I have: Brazil Nuts, shelled, edible portion, raw: 30 g (6-8 nuts), Total carbs 0.7g. Helen

Jan 19, 2015

snow123 13 posts

Does anyone know the value of Brazil nuts? I thought they where low but I have been snacking on them over the last couple of days an have found my bg levels have really started to rise later that afternoon and am trying to work out why. I think it could be the nuts!!! Does this happen to others and do you take qa or just moderate intake and correct at the next meal?

Jan 19, 2015

snow123 13 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing

My diabetic team also said check the meters time/date is correct as this is a record and could be used in evidence should something happen. I know its a bit of a pain at first but it becomes routine and l need my job to pay for the nice things I do.its just annoying that there are others on meds that affect driving but don't have to do anything.

Jan 19, 2015

snow123 13 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing

My diabetic team also said toake aire the meters time/date is correct as this is a record and could be used in evidence should something happen. I know its a bit of a pain at first but it becomes routine and l need my job to pay for the nice things I do.its just annoying that there are others on meds that affect driving but don't have to do anything.

Jan 19, 2015

Simon 574 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Dafne app problems

"Spoon" is a bit of a typo. If you open up the App Store there should be an update available for the app (we are now on 2.1.7). Please note that you need iOS 8 to download the latest releases of the app due to it using new features in iOS 8.

Jan 19, 2015

novorapidboi26 1,818 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing

Truth be told I don't usually test that often but I do manage some times.............

but for the majority of the time I don't............ Sad

This is because I have very good hypo warning symptoms, usually have someone in the vehicle with me and I am on short journeys............

Most people have hypo symptoms but some do not, those people who don't I believe are not allowed to drive and so the rule to test is one that is there to reduce risk, which is a good thing I agree, but I believe its more important to have hypo treatment in the car with you........

Jan 19, 2015

novorapidboi26 1,818 posts

Topic: General Discussion / BG diary help please (2) (mum2westiesGill diary)

Hey Gill,

As before the basal dose I cant really comment on as any basal behaviour is hiding behind carbs and quick acting novorapid insulin...........

to get a clear picture of whats happening you need to get rid of these two things, at least for small portions of the day anyway.........

so lets assume it's OK for now............[but remember if its not, all your QA dose will give unpredictable blood sugar readings]

for Saturday and Sunday above, and for the previous days your above your desired target for lunch and dinner, some days only just and others significantly............

so more insulin is needed at breakfast and at lunch......it can be speculated.........;)

only tackle one thing at a time for clarity...............so I would be looking to increase the breakfast ratio to 1.5:1 or 1.5 units to every 10g of carbohydrate.....test for 2-3 days and then post your results here..........

I remember you splitting your Lantus, remind me how that went again......?

Jan 19, 2015

mum2westiesGill 502 posts

Topic: General Discussion / BG diary help please (2) (mum2westiesGill diary)

Thanks for your reply NRB. Corrections are a bit awkward to do seperately because i use the Accu-chek Aviva Expert meter & they are built in with the final dose amount. I am 1u to 3mmol.

Any help in identifying trends or any other help ie with targets & ratios will be greatly appreciated.

Also any help in saying whether I should be reducing or increasing my basal

Jan 19, 2015

mattc 1 post

Topic: General Discussion / Dafne app problems

Simon
I am having the same issues. Same version and it crashs when I try to change my ratios in settings. I am not sure what you mean by "spoon your phone" to get at updates. Sorry it is probably me
regards
Matt

Jan 19, 2015

HelenP 218 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing

I've tried a variety of solutions including keeping one in the car on the passenger seat but nothing beats the carrying one with you wherever you go method. I test whenever I get into the car (on the meter I carry with me). It really does become a habit with enough practice.

Surprises me that you can test up to two hours before and expect a valid "over 5 to drive result".

We have a similar law here which says that if you have a medical incident you lose your licence for 6 months! One GP suggested I could lose my licence as a "hypo" is an incident...define hypo! When I told him I have 3-4 most weeks I clarified what "hypo" meant but he was unable to categorically define it. The law called "Jett's law" was campaigned for by a police officer mother whose toddler son was run down and killed by a driver having a seizure. The terminology was broadened and made generic to include fainting spells, heart incidents etc but could also include a "hypo". Belief is that it would have to go to court to test the parameters of the law. Helen

Jan 18, 2015

Garry 328 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing

Sorry meltow...didn't answer your question.
Her who must be obeyed reminds me!
Regards
Garry

Jan 18, 2015

Garry 328 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing

In current conditions watch out for low temperatures in the car. You may be inconvenienced by the fact that your meter has gone on strike as the battery is too cold.
If possible, keep it on you...in a nice warm pocket.
Regards
Garry

Jan 18, 2015

meltow 78 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing

Yes, thanks, I don't need any lectures from all you perfect people Rolling Eyes

Jan 18, 2015

Vickyp 135 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing

That part of the text is same as before revised version, I was diagnosed in 2012 and the information I was given then stated the same. I plan long journeys in advance and look at where service stations are and which I can get to in my 2hour slots. Always prefer to use a service station rather than layby so have somewhere nice to sit if need to raise sugar levels!

Like Alan said surprised you're not already doing these tests!!

Jan 18, 2015

Alan 49 280 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing

I'm surprised you're not already doing these tests. Perhaps you should think of it as possibly losing your licence and your job if you don't do these tests.

Jan 18, 2015

meltow 78 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing

The new text in DIAB1 April 2013 revised version is:

I have insulin treated diabetes and I understand the need to test my blood glucose/sugar at times relevant to driving (not more than 2 hours before the start of the 1st journey and every 2 hours while driving. The object of this is to ensure the blood glucose is always above 5mmol/l per litre while driving).

I do about 20,000 miles a year and most of this is linked to my job. Having just sent the paperwork back to DVLA to renew my licence, I was made very aware of the changes for testing your sugars whilst driving. Up until last week, I had never carried my monitoring kit with me - it lived on one of the kitchen work surfaces. However, I am now the proud owner of 2 monitoring kits, and one is now permanently in my car. All I need to remember now is to actually use it!
Any tips from anyone - how do you remember to check your sugars before setting off on a car journey?

Jan 17, 2015

Bananaman 34 posts

Topic: Questions ? / Weight

If you have done 3 times that's amazing but after dafne if your eating less your weight could go down and if your control was really bad before dafne it may go up slightly but I wouldnt worry about it unless your 4'2"

Jan 17, 2015

StephenChance 2 posts

Topic: Questions ? / Weight

Since Completing DAFNE I Have Not Done Much In Terms Of Gym Etc 5 a Side Football Once a Week and just doing dafne ive lost a stone and a half 12st6 to 11st1 Is This Normal??

Jan 17, 2015

novorapidboi26 1,818 posts

Topic: General Discussion / BG diary help please (2) (mum2westiesGill diary)

The only time I can see where there has been no carbs and therefore the only time to speculate about the basal is on Thursday, between 2:00 am and 10:08 am, which would suggest the basal is too due to your BG going from 10.2 to 6.8.......this wouldn't be enough alone to say for sure though........ Smile

.....

Don't know what corrections you have done either, so don't know what advice to give with your ratios either........

sorry........

Jan 17, 2015

mum2westiesGill 502 posts

Topic: General Discussion / BG diary help please (2) (mum2westiesGill diary)

Any help in identifying trends or any other help ie with targets & ratios will be greatly appreciated.

Also any help in saying whether I should be reducing or increasing my basal

Jan 17, 2015

alturn 78 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Faulty Novopens

I've had no problems with Novapen 3's apart from the plunger sometimes not depressing smoothly, but that could be related to an awkward angle. I have two Novapen 4's as spares but have never used them (might be a good idea to try them before need to use them for real). However, I do leave them at home when away for a few days (but can get home again easily), but would probably take them on a longer trip or going a long distance - think these were prescribed by the DSN's on the DAFNE course.

And is it Ok to swop a part-used cartridge from one pen to another (thought I read somewhere to always use a new cartridge)? I suppose if I had to swop, then I would as don't usually have a spare cartridge at room temperature.

Jan 17, 2015

Allan P 3 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Faulty Novopens

I've never had a problem with any pen I've used. I've had a cracked cartridge like Phil Masked and I do suffer on a regular basis with forgetting to take pens out like Wigworld. Only time I have had a plunger not fully depress was with the old novapen 2 when there were not enough insulin in the cartridge. It would let you dial up the amount you required but would not depress. The new pens stop at the amount of insulin left in the cartridge which is a great help. Well... sometimes if I remember to check before leaving home. If you do forget guys and girls to take any medication then around London, there are plenty of walk in centre's to pick up a prescription, any a and e department or NHS direct and they should be able to help with finding a doctor to prescribe and a pharmacy that will be open. The other thing you could do is ask your GP for an emergency prescription to carry with you in purse or wallet to use in emergencies. As you can I've used these a lot....

Jan 17, 2015

ZhenYuan 1 post

Topic: General Discussion / Bg readings before reviews

BG READINGS

Jan 16, 2015

dunkers7 24 posts

Topic: Questions ? / BI dose

Hi John,

Again not an HCP, but I do exercise anaerobically. Consider your weightlifting as anaerobic exercise.

Anaerobic exercise can increase your BG, it sounds likely that the weight session is the cause for your BG increase rather than BI. Probably worth testing your BG on a rest day morning anyway though so you can isolate what's happening with your morning BG when you don't do weights.

One thing to be aware of is that, with Anaerobic exercise, it does increase your BG initially, but your BG may begin to drop 1-2 hours later because your liver needs to replenish it's glucose supply, so do be careful not to over correct with QA insulin.

Jan 19, 2015 HelenP 218 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Nuts!!! From Calorie King I have: Brazil Nuts, shelled, edible portion, raw: 30 g (6-8 nuts), Total carbs 0.7g. Helen

Jan 19, 2015 snow123 13 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Nuts!!! Does anyone know the value of Brazil nuts? I thought they where low but I have been snacking on them over the last couple of days an have found my bg levels have really started to rise later that afternoon and am trying to work out why. I think it could be the nuts!!! Does this happen to others and do you take qa or just moderate intake and correct at the next meal?

Jan 19, 2015 snow123 13 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing My diabetic team also said check the meters time/date is correct as this is a record and could be used in evidence should something happen. I know its a bit of a pain at first but it becomes routine and l need my job to pay for the nice things I do.its just annoying that there are others on meds that affect driving but don't have to do anything.

Jan 19, 2015 snow123 13 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing My diabetic team also said toake aire the meters time/date is correct as this is a record and could be used in evidence should something happen. I know its a bit of a pain at first but it becomes routine and l need my job to pay for the nice things I do.its just annoying that there are others on meds that affect driving but don't have to do anything.

Jan 19, 2015 Simon 574 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Dafne app problems "Spoon" is a bit of a typo. If you open up the App Store there should be an update available for the app (we are now on 2.1.7). Please note that you need iOS 8 to download the latest releases of the app due to it using new features in iOS 8.

Jan 19, 2015 novorapidboi26 1,818 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing Truth be told I don't usually test that often but I do manage some times............. but for the majority of the time I don't............ This is because I have very good hypo warning symptoms, usually have someone in the vehicle with me and I am on short journeys............ Most people have hypo symptoms but some do not, those people who don't I believe are not allowed to drive and so the rule to test is one that is there to reduce risk, which is a good thing I agree, but I believe its more important to have hypo treatment in the car with you........

Jan 19, 2015 novorapidboi26 1,818 posts	Topic: General Discussion / BG diary help please (2) (mum2westiesGill diary) Hey Gill, As before the basal dose I cant really comment on as any basal behaviour is hiding behind carbs and quick acting novorapid insulin........... to get a clear picture of whats happening you need to get rid of these two things, at least for small portions of the day anyway......... so lets assume it's OK for now............[but remember if its not, all your QA dose will give unpredictable blood sugar readings] for Saturday and Sunday above, and for the previous days your above your desired target for lunch and dinner, some days only just and others significantly............ so more insulin is needed at breakfast and at lunch......it can be speculated.........;) only tackle one thing at a time for clarity...............so I would be looking to increase the breakfast ratio to 1.5:1 or 1.5 units to every 10g of carbohydrate.....test for 2-3 days and then post your results here.......... I remember you splitting your Lantus, remind me how that went again......?

Jan 19, 2015 mum2westiesGill 502 posts	Topic: General Discussion / BG diary help please (2) (mum2westiesGill diary) Thanks for your reply NRB. Corrections are a bit awkward to do seperately because i use the Accu-chek Aviva Expert meter & they are built in with the final dose amount. I am 1u to 3mmol. Any help in identifying trends or any other help ie with targets & ratios will be greatly appreciated. Also any help in saying whether I should be reducing or increasing my basal

Jan 19, 2015 mattc 1 post	Topic: General Discussion / Dafne app problems Simon I am having the same issues. Same version and it crashs when I try to change my ratios in settings. I am not sure what you mean by "spoon your phone" to get at updates. Sorry it is probably me regards Matt

Jan 19, 2015 HelenP 218 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing I've tried a variety of solutions including keeping one in the car on the passenger seat but nothing beats the carrying one with you wherever you go method. I test whenever I get into the car (on the meter I carry with me). It really does become a habit with enough practice. Surprises me that you can test up to two hours before and expect a valid "over 5 to drive result". We have a similar law here which says that if you have a medical incident you lose your licence for 6 months! One GP suggested I could lose my licence as a "hypo" is an incident...define hypo! When I told him I have 3-4 most weeks I clarified what "hypo" meant but he was unable to categorically define it. The law called "Jett's law" was campaigned for by a police officer mother whose toddler son was run down and killed by a driver having a seizure. The terminology was broadened and made generic to include fainting spells, heart incidents etc but could also include a "hypo". Belief is that it would have to go to court to test the parameters of the law. Helen

Jan 18, 2015 Garry 328 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing Sorry meltow...didn't answer your question. Her who must be obeyed reminds me! Regards Garry

Jan 18, 2015 Garry 328 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing In current conditions watch out for low temperatures in the car. You may be inconvenienced by the fact that your meter has gone on strike as the battery is too cold. If possible, keep it on you...in a nice warm pocket. Regards Garry

Jan 18, 2015 meltow 78 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing Yes, thanks, I don't need any lectures from all you perfect people

Jan 18, 2015 Vickyp 135 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing That part of the text is same as before revised version, I was diagnosed in 2012 and the information I was given then stated the same. I plan long journeys in advance and look at where service stations are and which I can get to in my 2hour slots. Always prefer to use a service station rather than layby so have somewhere nice to sit if need to raise sugar levels! Like Alan said surprised you're not already doing these tests!!

Jan 18, 2015 Alan 49 280 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing I'm surprised you're not already doing these tests. Perhaps you should think of it as possibly losing your licence and your job if you don't do these tests.

Jan 18, 2015 meltow 78 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Driving and blood glucose testing The new text in DIAB1 April 2013 revised version is: I have insulin treated diabetes and I understand the need to test my blood glucose/sugar at times relevant to driving (not more than 2 hours before the start of the 1st journey and every 2 hours while driving. The object of this is to ensure the blood glucose is always above 5mmol/l per litre while driving). I do about 20,000 miles a year and most of this is linked to my job. Having just sent the paperwork back to DVLA to renew my licence, I was made very aware of the changes for testing your sugars whilst driving. Up until last week, I had never carried my monitoring kit with me - it lived on one of the kitchen work surfaces. However, I am now the proud owner of 2 monitoring kits, and one is now permanently in my car. All I need to remember now is to actually use it! Any tips from anyone - how do you remember to check your sugars before setting off on a car journey?

Jan 17, 2015 Bananaman 34 posts	Topic: Questions ? / Weight If you have done 3 times that's amazing but after dafne if your eating less your weight could go down and if your control was really bad before dafne it may go up slightly but I wouldnt worry about it unless your 4'2"

Jan 17, 2015 StephenChance 2 posts	Topic: Questions ? / Weight Since Completing DAFNE I Have Not Done Much In Terms Of Gym Etc 5 a Side Football Once a Week and just doing dafne ive lost a stone and a half 12st6 to 11st1 Is This Normal??

Jan 17, 2015 novorapidboi26 1,818 posts	Topic: General Discussion / BG diary help please (2) (mum2westiesGill diary) The only time I can see where there has been no carbs and therefore the only time to speculate about the basal is on Thursday, between 2:00 am and 10:08 am, which would suggest the basal is too due to your BG going from 10.2 to 6.8.......this wouldn't be enough alone to say for sure though............. Don't know what corrections you have done either, so don't know what advice to give with your ratios either........ sorry........

Jan 17, 2015 mum2westiesGill 502 posts	Topic: General Discussion / BG diary help please (2) (mum2westiesGill diary) Any help in identifying trends or any other help ie with targets & ratios will be greatly appreciated. Also any help in saying whether I should be reducing or increasing my basal

Jan 17, 2015 alturn 78 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Faulty Novopens I've had no problems with Novapen 3's apart from the plunger sometimes not depressing smoothly, but that could be related to an awkward angle. I have two Novapen 4's as spares but have never used them (might be a good idea to try them before need to use them for real). However, I do leave them at home when away for a few days (but can get home again easily), but would probably take them on a longer trip or going a long distance - think these were prescribed by the DSN's on the DAFNE course. And is it Ok to swop a part-used cartridge from one pen to another (thought I read somewhere to always use a new cartridge)? I suppose if I had to swop, then I would as don't usually have a spare cartridge at room temperature.

Jan 17, 2015 Allan P 3 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Faulty Novopens I've never had a problem with any pen I've used. I've had a cracked cartridge like Phil Masked and I do suffer on a regular basis with forgetting to take pens out like Wigworld. Only time I have had a plunger not fully depress was with the old novapen 2 when there were not enough insulin in the cartridge. It would let you dial up the amount you required but would not depress. The new pens stop at the amount of insulin left in the cartridge which is a great help. Well... sometimes if I remember to check before leaving home. If you do forget guys and girls to take any medication then around London, there are plenty of walk in centre's to pick up a prescription, any a and e department or NHS direct and they should be able to help with finding a doctor to prescribe and a pharmacy that will be open. The other thing you could do is ask your GP for an emergency prescription to carry with you in purse or wallet to use in emergencies. As you can I've used these a lot....

Jan 17, 2015 ZhenYuan 1 post	Topic: General Discussion / Bg readings before reviews BG READINGS

Jan 16, 2015 dunkers7 24 posts	Topic: Questions ? / BI dose Hi John, Again not an HCP, but I do exercise anaerobically. Consider your weightlifting as anaerobic exercise. Anaerobic exercise can increase your BG, it sounds likely that the weight session is the cause for your BG increase rather than BI. Probably worth testing your BG on a rest day morning anyway though so you can isolate what's happening with your morning BG when you don't do weights. One thing to be aware of is that, with Anaerobic exercise, it does increase your BG initially, but your BG may begin to drop 1-2 hours later because your liver needs to replenish it's glucose supply, so do be careful not to over correct with QA insulin.