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Been a long time since I've been abroad, but last time I traveled I was told to keep insulin in hand luggage, as it could freeze in the hold. Also, might be worth getting a letter from GP explaining about being diabetic, in case there are any problems at the airport (I think you have to pay for this though).

Jul 3, 2014

novorapidboi26 1,819 posts

Excellent.....

Jul 3, 2014

novorapidboi26 1,819 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Gym

I have no snack ideas unfortunately but I would ask if you could reduce insulin further.......

when do you go to the gym?

is there a basal insulin dose after you go? you could try reducing that?

it also depends on why your going to the gym, general fitness or to lose weight? if the later then an insulin reduction would be preferable, if not a snack may be better.

digestive biscuits may do the trick

Jul 3, 2014

Hughesy 6 posts

Topic: General Discussion / High Blood Sugars on Holiday

Thanks guys for advice.

Jul 3, 2014

sarahl84 5 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Gym

Hi, I've recently started going to the gym & want some advice on healthy snacks to have before I go (I'm sick of bananas lol). Been advised by my consultant to reduce insulin by 20% on days that I go, which I d, but still finding that my sugar drops quite low afterwards so looking for slow releasing carbohydrate snack/food. Hope you can help :-)

Jul 3, 2014

Sven 2 posts

Hi Guys
Thanks for your help
Me and Frio have just done business :-)
Travel pack, duo wallet and waterproof liner ordered and dispatched already
Regards
Sven

Jul 3, 2014

Warwick 423 posts

Topic: General Discussion / High Blood Sugars on Holiday

My BGs always go high on holiday. I don't exercise as much which really contributes to it. I often find that I need to drastically (up to 30%) increase my BI as a result.

Jul 3, 2014

Warwick 423 posts

+1 for the Frio wallet. I love mine and I've heard of people using them successfully in hot places like the Middle East with no issues. Mine has worked well in 40+ degree heat in Melbourne. You can get different sizes. http://friouk.com/

Jul 3, 2014

Hughesy 6 posts

Topic: General Discussion / High Blood Sugars on Holiday

Hi

Thanks for you're reply, I'm on twice a day background levemir and increased my night time from 17 to 20, I'll imcrease it to 22 from tonight, I'll also increase morning background from 13 to 16 and see how I get on.

Thanks

Jul 3, 2014

novorapidboi26 1,819 posts

Topic: General Discussion / High Blood Sugars on Holiday

the different temperatures, lets assume higher temperatures, lol, may be having an effect on the glucose secretion from the liver.

your body may be working harder to keep cool for example, so the way to tackle that is with your background insulin, both day and night if your on twice a day.....

I would say a 10% increase would be a good start, just make sure your always prepared for hypos......

I think its worth the risk inn order to get better sugars, as it can make you feel a lot better and energetic, which is what you need when on Holiday....

have fun and drop back in for an update. Smile

Jul 3, 2014

novorapidboi26 1,819 posts

A lot of people use the FRIO wallets to store their insulin when on the move........

you just dip it in water which activates the ingredient inside which keep the contents cool......

I suppose just like at home, he will need to keep all his diabetic paraphernalia in one place, so I would imagine a bag of some kind would do the job.

Insulin reserves can be kept in a fridge at the hotel/apartment etc...

Being a new diabetic, I assume there will be someone there who is aware of his condition and is prepared for hypos and the like.....?

Jul 3, 2014

Sven 2 posts

Can anyone suggest the best kit for travelling in hot countries. My son has recently been diagnosed Type 1 and is travelling to Greece for a week shortly. I'm worried about him keeping his pens cool and safe and want to make sure he keeps everything in one place ( blood monitor/ needles/ etc)
Thanks
Paul

Jul 3, 2014

GrahamAnderson 1 post

Topic: Site Development / Diary Sync?

None of my entries since April have uploaded, my app tries to but never manages it even when I'm on wifi Sad

Jul 2, 2014

Hughesy 6 posts

Topic: General Discussion / High Blood Sugars on Holiday

Hi,

I'm on holiday in Gran Canaria just now with the family (all inclusive hotel), I'm counting my carbs breakfast,lunch and dinner however my BG readings have been constantly high eg 18.4, 23.4 etc..this is despite correcting every time, the only thing my wife and I can think of is that estrella beer is very sugary,food has higher Carb content than back home or Pepsi light isn't light! (I've increased fast acting to test this to no avail),I've also increased overnight background from 17 to 20,still high in morning!

Any suggestions?

Thanks

Jul 1, 2014

jackiemckenzie 3 posts

same happened to me with novo pen 4 I was recently diagnoised and was out of town staying with my daughter. Her surgery was very good and got me another presciption. I sent my pen back to novo disk and they sent me a replacement. I now have several spare dotted around
Rolling Eyes

Justinjroberts said:
I was out Saturday afternoon and when I went to take my insulin the Novopen failed to work correctly. I was able to dial up but not depress the plunger and take my insulin dose. As a result I had to rush home a get a replacement pen. Has anyone else had a similar problem and what do you normally do in such a case.

Unfortunately my blood glucose levels were very high so I had no choice but to go home to take a dose to get things back to normal. I think the pen may have been faulty at breakfast and may not have given me the correct breakfast dose as there was no other explanation for my high lunch time levels. If it had been normal I would have just skipped lunch.

Jul 1, 2014

HelenP 218 posts

Had a similar issue once and was able to get a syringe from a pharmacy and then dismantle the pen and use the insulin by syringe. From memory it was OK.
Helen

Jun 30, 2014

glen4 46 posts

The advice there is to have a couple of spare pens at your disposal! Before injecting dial up 2 units & depress! Checking for any faults! Cool

Jun 30, 2014

Justinjroberts 9 posts

I was out Saturday afternoon and when I went to take my insulin the Novopen failed to work correctly. I was able to dial up but not depress the plunger and take my insulin dose. As a result I had to rush home a get a replacement pen. Has anyone else had a similar problem and what do you normally do in such a case.

Unfortunately my blood glucose levels were very high so I had no choice but to go home to take a dose to get things back to normal. I think the pen may have been faulty at breakfast and may not have given me the correct breakfast dose as there was no other explanation for my high lunch time levels. If it had been normal I would have just skipped lunch.

Jun 29, 2014

glen4 46 posts

Yeah eaten in their raw state their normal! As long as you don't add sweeteners! Confused

Jun 29, 2014

alturn 78 posts

According to my "GI & GL counter" book, blackberries (and most fruits but not checked them all) have low GI (and GL) assuming they are eaten raw or without sugar.

Jun 28, 2014

glen4 46 posts

Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Sponsorship

I'm looking into entering the 2015 Victa London Marathon. Spaces are limited. I'd have an increased or rather better chance if I chose a selected charity- the British Diabetic Association! I'm wondering how & if there is a chance of this happening? Time is running out! Confused

Jun 28, 2014

glen4 46 posts

I'm sure they do! I know raspberries have low GI! I think all berries are similar- check with a nutritionist to be precise!

Jun 28, 2014

Bananaman 34 posts