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If I want a 'leaf drink' I have a cup of tea.

Nov 28, 2014

Samwise 2 posts

Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / iPhone 4 - BG Targets / QA:CP Ratios

I'm unable to change the default BG targets or QI:CP ratios.

I'm using version 2.0.3 of the app on an iPhone 4 running iOS 7.1.2. Apparently, these are the most up-to-date software versions compatible with the iPhone 4. When I attempt to change a BG target or a QA:CP ratio, the app crashes and the changes don't take effect.

Is there another way of updating these, maybe via the website?

Nov 28, 2014

Annette Bell 72 posts

Also forgot to say that my lower BG limit is set to 4.5. I think that's everything!

Nov 28, 2014

Judith-Anne 1 post

The leaf extract is a sweetener. This is for those who want less carbs but don't like the taste of articulate sweeteners or believe they are harmful.

Nov 27, 2014

DianeW 115 posts

You're right Simon. Well they can have it...what the hell is leaf extract idoing in a drink? I'm all for saving the planet but I'll pass on this.

Nov 27, 2014

JamesW 24 posts

You could be on to something there. You will notice that the labelling is an "earthy" green too.

Nov 27, 2014

Annette Bell 72 posts

I would have expected a suggestion of 6 QA with no correction.

Nov 27, 2014

Annette Bell 72 posts

Forgot to say I entered 5 CP's & got a suggested QA value of 6+0.5 (ratio 1:1.25)

Nov 27, 2014

Annette Bell 72 posts

I've downloaded the latest update yesterday, and still getting the same problem . I enter a value of e.g. 8.3 and, when I tap the QA it changes to red & "8.300000000000001"! It also gives me a suggested correction in the QA value of +0.5. My settings are CP:QA 1:1.25 at evening meal time, & 1:1 for all the rest, and my upper range level is 8. I therefore shouldn't need to correct for a value of 8.3 as this is only just above my upper limit. My range target is set to 50% & my QA:BG RATIO IS SET TO 1:3. Correction calculation is set to Simple. Calculations are rounded to 0.5. I hope this helps you to see what the problem is. If you need any more info let me know. ðŸ˜€

Nov 27, 2014

Peter 109 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Cheaper needles not as accurate???

I had my repeat prescription changed to an alternative needle as you describe, but haven't had to use them as I switched to a pump before running out of the "old" needles.

Nov 27, 2014

SimonC 78 posts

I got the feeling that this is aimed at those that think that they have to only eat mung beans grown in totally organic conditions! They are using the natural extract from a leaf to in part sweeten their drink.

It is about 50% sugar and 50% leaf extract - not sure why they didn't use only leaf extract - probably doesn't taste too good.

I reckon it is aimed at new age people that think that by drinking a drink sweetened by leaf extract they are going back to their roots and living just as healthily as the cave man did.

Nov 26, 2014

snow123 13 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Cheaper needles not as accurate???

Just wondered if anyone else has had their usual needles replaced by an alternative by their GP which is more cost effective. It has happened to me and I am finding a couple of problems with them.Firstly they seem more flimsy to put onto the disposable pens. When you do an air shot a additional drop continues to form afterwards on the needle. After injecting sometimes there is some leakage on the skin as if the seal isn't as good. This makes accurate dosage more difficult and it didn't happen with the older alternative needles. I spoke to the pharmacist and other diabetics who also reported similar problems.Please let me know if others have had the same problems and how they overcame it
Thanks

Nov 26, 2014

DianeW 115 posts

Thanks Simon, so its inbetween full Coke and Diet Coke then. Not sugar free. I wonder why they bother?

Nov 26, 2014

SimonC 78 posts

I looked online at their web site, and it is a version sweetened with some sugar and some extract from a leaf - so it does contain sugar, about 17g per 250ml

Nov 26, 2014

DianeW 115 posts

Has anyone seen this new type, the bottle has a green label. It says "lower in calories" or something similar. I couldn't read the nutrition small print unfortunately...can anyone clarify? Thanks.

Nov 24, 2014

Simon 578 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Help - BG Levels

Moved to General Forum

Nov 24, 2014

Neville COL 23 posts

I work for the railways, office based, and the rule in that industry, on a 7hr 24 min shift, used to be a 20 min break between the 3rd and 5th hour.However since privatisation, and the fact that some companies now have a more flexible shift pattern for office based shift workers probably means that that principle has now fallen into disuse! I now work a 12 hour shift pattern 3 days a week, with no 'formal' breaks, which can be challenging especially on night shifts, but the nature of my job means that I can fit in injections, blood tests, and sandwiches as appropriate.....

Nov 24, 2014

Stew B 125 posts

I'm not an expert.. but there's something called the European Working Time Directive which concerns shift lengths and breaks etc. (I'm aware of this because it caused mayhem in the residential child-care sector when it was brought in), and in the disability side of things I believe that employers are required to make "reasonable adjustments" to accommodate the needs of people with disabilities. Good luck!

Nov 24, 2014

marke 686 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Freestyle Libre

Hi, As Peter says there is a long discussion on the device where he said, a couple of things though. Despite what you may think, using NFC and allowing any app to access it will probably never happen. Not because companies are greed but because medical licensing authorities won't allow it. Some of your ire should be directed in their direction as they set the rules that Drug Companies follow. In an idea world they wouldn't need to set these rules, but we live in a litigation world were you can sue anyone for anything which is why they are so nervous.
On the otherhand I totally agree about Abbott's development and support, I have had several attempts to get them to explain the logic of holding all the data on the meter/reader only and they
don't see a problem. I think we may have to wait until a competitor comes on the market we might see a bit more pressure to produce a better and cheaper product then.

Nov 24, 2014

BeccyB 50 posts

It's possible there is something in the disability discrimination legislation that would cover it. I'd suggest contacting citizens advice as they will have people who know about those rules.

Good luck

Nov 24, 2014

CurlyWurly 15 posts

I'm fairly sure that a break is a legal requirement for any shift longer than 6 hours - diabetic or not.

http://www.adviceguide.org.uk/england/work_e/work_rights_at_work_e/basic_rights_at_work.htm#Health_and_safety

The links says that if you're working more than 6 hours then you're entitled to a 20 mins break.

Good luck with it.

Nov 23, 2014

greycat 1 post