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Nov 5, 2018

Bikerbert 2 posts

Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Subtracting fibre carbs

Thanks that's great to know

Nov 5, 2018

michaelj 45 posts

Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Subtracting fibre carbs

Apart from potatoes I wouldn't worry too much about carbs in veggies. One bright spark many years ago worked out that to eat 10 gms of carbohydrate in cabbage you would have to consume 32 lbs of the stuff. Most vegetables contain so little carbs that its hardly worth the worry. The Daphne handbook I have doesn't even list vegetables so there must be some truth in it.

Nov 4, 2018

Bikerbert 2 posts

Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Subtracting fibre carbs

Hi was wondering how do we count carbs in veg. I saw a video where the carbs were calculated by subtracting fibre from the total carbs is this correct for dafne

Nov 3, 2018

ken jones 3 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Metronome course

Hi Are you on a pump ie Levemir ken

Nov 2, 2018

Simon 578 posts

Topic: Site Development / app/online issues

Hi David,

I tried sending you an email about this but it got bounced back, and also responded to your app store review as well. I think the issue may be because an incorrect username was entered into the app, and then it saved this when you changed it. A quick fix would be to fully close the app by following these instructions https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT201330

I have added some improvements to the app in the latest version which should fix this issue without the need for a restart of the app. That's version 2.3.5 and is just waiting for a review by Apple.

Sorry for the inconvenience.

Simon

Oct 28, 2018

Simon Brown 1 post

Topic: Site Development / app/online issues

Sorry DShort610, no i’ve not had that issue but want to add my findings to yours to add weight to the app issues we’ve found.
Ive been enjoying using the app diary assuming it would be available for the DAFNE nurses to be able to see/advise. Howeve, I’ve just looked at my Diary and was not able to see yesterday’s results or any of last weeks results. Anyone else??
Decided to use the below dates to see if it drags the data out.

Oct 24, 2018

DShort610 1 post

Topic: Site Development / app/online issues

I keep getting a CONNECTION FAILED INVALID USERNAME/PASSWORD when opening the app which makes it very cumbersome to log information. Anyone experiencing the same issue? Also I have tried submitting an email through the website regarding the issue but seem unable to submit my query.

Oct 23, 2018

IvanC 4 posts

Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Incorrect data affecting downloading, esp middle data?

Hi everybody, it's my first post on DAFNE online so I hope I'm in the right place Smile

I got this query from a newly trained HCP whose DAFNE graduate encountered a problem, so I hope someone can shed some light for me. I have copied the relevant segment of the email enquiry describing the issue.

"one of our DAFNE participants is having [problems] downloading her results on DAFNE online, she states that when she puts them in, one entry will say incorrect data or something like that so it won’t download. She says that is she puts in 8 entries or 10 entries it’s usually the middle data entry that won’t work. hope that makes sense."

I have previously done a text search on the DAFNE online forum using "data", "download", ïncorrect" separately but not found anything helpful, hence me posting.

Apart from encouraging this new DAFNE graduate to use this forum, is there other information I can ask for that may help solve the problem?

All feedback and thoughts welcome Smile

Thanks in advance!

Best
Ivan

Oct 16, 2018

ChilliP 1 post

Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Dafne app on android

Hi, sorry I am new here, but I will get round to introducing myself later on. I saw your post and just to update you that a manual search on Google Play and using the link provided on the homepage (which directs to https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=dafneonline.android) shows no results and the app is not found. I would say that either Google have pulled it or the app maker has. Crying or Very sad

Oct 16, 2018

Nat-Sav 15 posts

Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Dafne app on android

I have the same problem. I am stuck without this app!

Oct 15, 2018

ScottW 1 post

Topic: Site Development / Dafne online... App

Got a new android phone and went to the play store to reinstall all my app, Once they all downloaded I couldn't see the Dafne online app so I did a search for it and could not find it, Has it been discontinued for Android as its still on iOS or is there a problem that's getting looked in to?

Oct 9, 2018

hamisharchie 2 posts

Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Dafne app on android

Why can't I find the Dafne app on Google play anymore. Had my phone replaced after a theft and now I can't find the Dafne app. Is it still available?
I can't always get a decent WiFi to access the food diary online.

Oct 9, 2018

planehazza 4 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Split Levemir dose

Hi all, first message here. Some very good tips and looks similar to me. I've just adjusted my PM BI to 15u of levimir and am still confirming that that is correct. Before bed last night, BG was 8.4, 3AM it was 6.5, and 7AM it was 6.0. I had 2CPs for breakfast at 8:30 and now, at 11:30, it is 16.6. My gut feeling is that my breakfast QA ratio needs upping from 1:1 to 1.5:1 or higher, as I've always need a little more insulin in the mornings before DAFNE (when I was on lantus).

Assuming my PM BI is correct, what is the best way to adjust morning basal? Is it a case of seeing if all meals are causing high BIs and relying on QA ration adjustments if only one meal is out?

Oct 9, 2018

JimJamRS 2 posts

Topic: General Discussion / HGV 1 licences

Hi all I am starting a new job next week. And they want to put me through my Class1 driving licence I thought I was not possible as when. I was diagnosed I could only drive up to 3.5 ton and 9passengers. It seem the rules have changed now probably as no one wants to drive an HGV. Any how has anyone got a class 1 license since becoming diabetic? How easy or hard was it? And can I get more log books to keep track of my levels?

Thanks. James

Oct 8, 2018

Sarahlawlor 4 posts

Topic: General Discussion / whats the blood test called that identifies Type1 diabetes?

Hi Clare,

Thanks for taking the time to respond, as I recall I thought they asked me to have an additional blood test? I was diagnosed as a Type 2 diabetic at the age of 42 then 5 years later referred to Hospital to see a DSN who later confirmed I was actually Type 1.

Sarah

Oct 4, 2018

Warwick 425 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Splitting lantus dose

I also had a skin reaction when injecting Levemir, although the first 14 months on it were wonderful. I've also split-dose Lantus previously although I am currently on a single daily dose now for reasons that I can't quite remember - I was probably having too many hypos on the split dose.

I find that Lantus usually lasts about 18 hours for me, not the full 24, but because I have it in the evening, and I cycle home 5 days a week, it works out OK as otherwise I tend to go a bit low on the cycle home.

I do find with Lantus though that any changes seem to take a couple of days before they take effect which makes it difficult to work out what I need to change. Levemir on the other hand tended to be gone from my body pretty quickly (within 12-16 hours) making it much better for tweaking. Just a shame about the reaction.

Oct 4, 2018

Warwick 425 posts

Topic: Questions for HCPs / ½ a f n ¾ using libre freestyle for2 months

It could be stress. It could also be a lot of other things. Do you inject, or use a pump? If you inject, how often do you inject basal insulin and what sort of basal do you inject? On days where you take more insulin than your carb counting would indicate that you require, do you then have a dip in blood glucose levels before dinner or are they fairly stable? If they stay stable, then it may just be that your insulin:carb ratio is a bit higher at lunchtime than at other times of the day.

Skipping lunch may also help you see if your BGLs continue to rise from breakfast until dinner time without any food which would indicate that your basal dose is too low.

Being able to see your diary would be helpful to see trends.

Thanks,
Warwick.

Oct 3, 2018

torana 53 posts

Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Low carb bread

Hi Helen,
I tend to agree with you that it it is all so confusing, that is the Lo Carbs Aldi bread combined with higher fats and proteins will lead to weight loss. Even one of my friends today told me he was not eating avocados as the higher fats will lead to weight gain. I disagreed with him as it has always been free food in my diet and not a concern due to the “good fats.” It is also such a hassle guesstimating the insulin dosages due to the higher fats and proteins without substantive proof that Aldi Lo carb bread will necessarily lead to weight loss.

Oct 2, 2018

HelenP 218 posts

Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Low carb bread

Thanks Torana, I will have another look at the Aldi local bread but as I don't eat much bread I will probably stick with the low GI stuff from W'worths. Good Luck, Helen

Oct 1, 2018

torana 53 posts

Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Low carb bread

Hi Helen,
Thanks for your reply. It is clear that the nutritional information states that two pieces of Aldi Lo carb bread is two pieces for five grams of carbs as opposed to other bread approximately two pieces for thirty grams of carb. Of course, it is difficult to estimate insulin dosages with the higher fats and protein to take into consideration but WOW what a difference in the carb intake throughout the day especially if one wants to lose weight! I have also found my sugars are much more stable after the meal, most probably due to the low GI index of the bread.

Oct 1, 2018

DGK 1 post

Topic: General Discussion / Managing diabetes on a holiday to Nepal

Not posted before - but looking for any help, advice or comments on the following:

I am visiting Nepal for a holiday in 10 days time. Has anyone any experience of this country in respect of managing their diabetes. I am visiting Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park, Pokahra areas so altitude less than 2000 metres. Any advice on type of food in respect of carb counting, anticiapted problems with meter would be helpful. I appreciate it is a late request but any feedback would be welcomed. I am 65 and relatively fit for my age I am not going treking to base camp or climbing Everest!

I was going to use the http://diabetestravel.org site for calculating my basal insulin for the flights but have not found it so useful this time (unlike in the past for trips to USA & Canada) so if anyone knows of any other such calculators for managing basal insulin (twice daily for me) on flights / time zones I would be please to know of them.

Thanks in anticipation.

Oct 1, 2018

kajobren 4 posts

Topic: Questions for HCPs / ½ a f n ¾ using libre freestyle for2 months

My Hb1 has remained fairly stable for 14 years since completing Darnell course 14 years ago.
However since using freestyle I notice post lunch levels rise very high on some days even though I know I have started having more insulin at lunch time than my carb counting would indicate I require.Lunch is always fairly small simple meal such as slice of whole meal bread and small salad,more likely homemade soup in winter .Icant help wondering if I am making situation worse by becoming anxious about it ,sometimes b g seems to start coming down fine then without any food or change of normal routine starts to rise again.Any suggestions welcome

Oct 1, 2018

marke 686 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Dafne Diary

I'm a bit more prmitive, I print onto A4 and cut it in half to get A5 Very Happy

Same result and just use a heavy grade paper or cardboard for the cover. One important point is word documents might need adjusting on your printer as all printers set their own non-printable parts to the page unless they are 'photo' printing but you can usually get it to print ok.... If you want my templates I'm also happy to send them to you. We should find a place on the site to make them available I guess....

Sep 30, 2018

SimonC 78 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Splitting lantus dose

I split mine - have done for years - currently equally 10 at 0900 and 10 at 2100, but I adjust depending on weight - if a put on a few kg's then I need to up it - and usually this is the 2100 dose as I am often rising in the morning - my consultant doesn't recommend having too bigger gap between the 2 doses though

Sep 30, 2018

SimonC 78 posts

Topic: General Discussion / Dexcom G6

Cheers guys

In the end I did go with the G6 - and I do like the alerts - it isn't without its issues though - 1 of which is stickyness - I never had a Libre ever come off, 14 days for each, but the G6 is almost falling off after 10 days, and I have started using (an additional cost) SkinTac to keep it on. There are also some reliability issues - I haven't had any yet, but many in the FB forum are.

To be honest - as it stands, I don't think I will renew the 12 month contract - a) 12 months is a long time, b) the issues reported mean I am not too convinced this is as great as it seems, and c) whilst the Libre doesn't have alerts - yet! adding the miaomiao tool may mean that this is a better tool.

Cheers

Nov 5, 2018 Bikerbert 2 posts	Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Subtracting fibre carbs Thanks that's great to know

Nov 5, 2018 michaelj 45 posts	Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Subtracting fibre carbs Apart from potatoes I wouldn't worry too much about carbs in veggies. One bright spark many years ago worked out that to eat 10 gms of carbohydrate in cabbage you would have to consume 32 lbs of the stuff. Most vegetables contain so little carbs that its hardly worth the worry. The Daphne handbook I have doesn't even list vegetables so there must be some truth in it.

Nov 4, 2018 Bikerbert 2 posts	Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Subtracting fibre carbs Hi was wondering how do we count carbs in veg. I saw a video where the carbs were calculated by subtracting fibre from the total carbs is this correct for dafne

Nov 3, 2018 ken jones 3 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Metronome course Hi Are you on a pump ie Levemir ken

Nov 2, 2018 Simon 578 posts	Topic: Site Development / app/online issues Hi David, I tried sending you an email about this but it got bounced back, and also responded to your app store review as well. I think the issue may be because an incorrect username was entered into the app, and then it saved this when you changed it. A quick fix would be to fully close the app by following these instructions https://support.apple.com/en-gb/HT201330 I have added some improvements to the app in the latest version which should fix this issue without the need for a restart of the app. That's version 2.3.5 and is just waiting for a review by Apple. Sorry for the inconvenience. Simon

Oct 28, 2018 Simon Brown 1 post	Topic: Site Development / app/online issues Sorry DShort610, no i’ve not had that issue but want to add my findings to yours to add weight to the app issues we’ve found. Ive been enjoying using the app diary assuming it would be available for the DAFNE nurses to be able to see/advise. Howeve, I’ve just looked at my Diary and was not able to see yesterday’s results or any of last weeks results. Anyone else?? Decided to use the below dates to see if it drags the data out.

Oct 24, 2018 DShort610 1 post	Topic: Site Development / app/online issues I keep getting a CONNECTION FAILED INVALID USERNAME/PASSWORD when opening the app which makes it very cumbersome to log information. Anyone experiencing the same issue? Also I have tried submitting an email through the website regarding the issue but seem unable to submit my query.

Oct 23, 2018 IvanC 4 posts	Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Incorrect data affecting downloading, esp middle data? Hi everybody, it's my first post on DAFNE online so I hope I'm in the right place I got this query from a newly trained HCP whose DAFNE graduate encountered a problem, so I hope someone can shed some light for me. I have copied the relevant segment of the email enquiry describing the issue. "one of our DAFNE participants is having [problems] downloading her results on DAFNE online, she states that when she puts them in, one entry will say incorrect data or something like that so it won’t download. She says that is she puts in 8 entries or 10 entries it’s usually the middle data entry that won’t work. hope that makes sense." I have previously done a text search on the DAFNE online forum using "data", "download", ïncorrect" separately but not found anything helpful, hence me posting. Apart from encouraging this new DAFNE graduate to use this forum, is there other information I can ask for that may help solve the problem? All feedback and thoughts welcome Thanks in advance! Best Ivan

Oct 16, 2018 ChilliP 1 post	Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Dafne app on android Hi, sorry I am new here, but I will get round to introducing myself later on. I saw your post and just to update you that a manual search on Google Play and using the link provided on the homepage (which directs to https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=dafneonline.android) shows no results and the app is not found. I would say that either Google have pulled it or the app maker has.

Oct 16, 2018 Nat-Sav 15 posts	Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Dafne app on android I have the same problem. I am stuck without this app!

Oct 15, 2018 ScottW 1 post	Topic: Site Development / Dafne online... App Got a new android phone and went to the play store to reinstall all my app, Once they all downloaded I couldn't see the Dafne online app so I did a search for it and could not find it, Has it been discontinued for Android as its still on iOS or is there a problem that's getting looked in to?

Oct 9, 2018 hamisharchie 2 posts	Topic: DAFNE Online Mobile / Dafne app on android Why can't I find the Dafne app on Google play anymore. Had my phone replaced after a theft and now I can't find the Dafne app. Is it still available? I can't always get a decent WiFi to access the food diary online.

Oct 9, 2018 planehazza 4 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Split Levemir dose Hi all, first message here. Some very good tips and looks similar to me. I've just adjusted my PM BI to 15u of levimir and am still confirming that that is correct. Before bed last night, BG was 8.4, 3AM it was 6.5, and 7AM it was 6.0. I had 2CPs for breakfast at 8:30 and now, at 11:30, it is 16.6. My gut feeling is that my breakfast QA ratio needs upping from 1:1 to 1.5:1 or higher, as I've always need a little more insulin in the mornings before DAFNE (when I was on lantus). Assuming my PM BI is correct, what is the best way to adjust morning basal? Is it a case of seeing if all meals are causing high BIs and relying on QA ration adjustments if only one meal is out?

Oct 9, 2018 JimJamRS 2 posts	Topic: General Discussion / HGV 1 licences Hi all I am starting a new job next week. And they want to put me through my Class1 driving licence I thought I was not possible as when. I was diagnosed I could only drive up to 3.5 ton and 9passengers. It seem the rules have changed now probably as no one wants to drive an HGV. Any how has anyone got a class 1 license since becoming diabetic? How easy or hard was it? And can I get more log books to keep track of my levels? Thanks. James

Oct 8, 2018 Sarahlawlor 4 posts	Topic: General Discussion / whats the blood test called that identifies Type1 diabetes? Hi Clare, Thanks for taking the time to respond, as I recall I thought they asked me to have an additional blood test? I was diagnosed as a Type 2 diabetic at the age of 42 then 5 years later referred to Hospital to see a DSN who later confirmed I was actually Type 1. Sarah

Oct 4, 2018 Warwick 425 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Splitting lantus dose I also had a skin reaction when injecting Levemir, although the first 14 months on it were wonderful. I've also split-dose Lantus previously although I am currently on a single daily dose now for reasons that I can't quite remember - I was probably having too many hypos on the split dose. I find that Lantus usually lasts about 18 hours for me, not the full 24, but because I have it in the evening, and I cycle home 5 days a week, it works out OK as otherwise I tend to go a bit low on the cycle home. I do find with Lantus though that any changes seem to take a couple of days before they take effect which makes it difficult to work out what I need to change. Levemir on the other hand tended to be gone from my body pretty quickly (within 12-16 hours) making it much better for tweaking. Just a shame about the reaction.

Oct 4, 2018 Warwick 425 posts	Topic: Questions for HCPs / ½ a f n ¾ using libre freestyle for2 months It could be stress. It could also be a lot of other things. Do you inject, or use a pump? If you inject, how often do you inject basal insulin and what sort of basal do you inject? On days where you take more insulin than your carb counting would indicate that you require, do you then have a dip in blood glucose levels before dinner or are they fairly stable? If they stay stable, then it may just be that your insulin:carb ratio is a bit higher at lunchtime than at other times of the day. Skipping lunch may also help you see if your BGLs continue to rise from breakfast until dinner time without any food which would indicate that your basal dose is too low. Being able to see your diary would be helpful to see trends. Thanks, Warwick.

Oct 3, 2018 torana 53 posts	Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Low carb bread Hi Helen, I tend to agree with you that it it is all so confusing, that is the Lo Carbs Aldi bread combined with higher fats and proteins will lead to weight loss. Even one of my friends today told me he was not eating avocados as the higher fats will lead to weight gain. I disagreed with him as it has always been free food in my diet and not a concern due to the “good fats.” It is also such a hassle guesstimating the insulin dosages due to the higher fats and proteins without substantive proof that Aldi Lo carb bread will necessarily lead to weight loss.

Oct 2, 2018 HelenP 218 posts	Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Low carb bread Thanks Torana, I will have another look at the Aldi local bread but as I don't eat much bread I will probably stick with the low GI stuff from W'worths. Good Luck, Helen

Oct 1, 2018 torana 53 posts	Topic: Carbohydrate Counting / Low carb bread Hi Helen, Thanks for your reply. It is clear that the nutritional information states that two pieces of Aldi Lo carb bread is two pieces for five grams of carbs as opposed to other bread approximately two pieces for thirty grams of carb. Of course, it is difficult to estimate insulin dosages with the higher fats and protein to take into consideration but WOW what a difference in the carb intake throughout the day especially if one wants to lose weight! I have also found my sugars are much more stable after the meal, most probably due to the low GI index of the bread.

Oct 1, 2018 DGK 1 post	Topic: General Discussion / Managing diabetes on a holiday to Nepal Not posted before - but looking for any help, advice or comments on the following: I am visiting Nepal for a holiday in 10 days time. Has anyone any experience of this country in respect of managing their diabetes. I am visiting Kathmandu, Chitwan National Park, Pokahra areas so altitude less than 2000 metres. Any advice on type of food in respect of carb counting, anticiapted problems with meter would be helpful. I appreciate it is a late request but any feedback would be welcomed. I am 65 and relatively fit for my age I am not going treking to base camp or climbing Everest! I was going to use the http://diabetestravel.org site for calculating my basal insulin for the flights but have not found it so useful this time (unlike in the past for trips to USA & Canada) so if anyone knows of any other such calculators for managing basal insulin (twice daily for me) on flights / time zones I would be please to know of them. Thanks in anticipation.

Oct 1, 2018 kajobren 4 posts	Topic: Questions for HCPs / ½ a f n ¾ using libre freestyle for2 months My Hb1 has remained fairly stable for 14 years since completing Darnell course 14 years ago. However since using freestyle I notice post lunch levels rise very high on some days even though I know I have started having more insulin at lunch time than my carb counting would indicate I require.Lunch is always fairly small simple meal such as slice of whole meal bread and small salad,more likely homemade soup in winter .Icant help wondering if I am making situation worse by becoming anxious about it ,sometimes b g seems to start coming down fine then without any food or change of normal routine starts to rise again.Any suggestions welcome

Oct 1, 2018 marke 686 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Dafne Diary I'm a bit more prmitive, I print onto A4 and cut it in half to get A5 Same result and just use a heavy grade paper or cardboard for the cover. One important point is word documents might need adjusting on your printer as all printers set their own non-printable parts to the page unless they are 'photo' printing but you can usually get it to print ok.... If you want my templates I'm also happy to send them to you. We should find a place on the site to make them available I guess....

Sep 30, 2018 SimonC 78 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Splitting lantus dose I split mine - have done for years - currently equally 10 at 0900 and 10 at 2100, but I adjust depending on weight - if a put on a few kg's then I need to up it - and usually this is the 2100 dose as I am often rising in the morning - my consultant doesn't recommend having too bigger gap between the 2 doses though

Sep 30, 2018 SimonC 78 posts	Topic: General Discussion / Dexcom G6 Cheers guys In the end I did go with the G6 - and I do like the alerts - it isn't without its issues though - 1 of which is stickyness - I never had a Libre ever come off, 14 days for each, but the G6 is almost falling off after 10 days, and I have started using (an additional cost) SkinTac to keep it on. There are also some reliability issues - I haven't had any yet, but many in the FB forum are. To be honest - as it stands, I don't think I will renew the 12 month contract - a) 12 months is a long time, b) the issues reported mean I am not too convinced this is as great as it seems, and c) whilst the Libre doesn't have alerts - yet! adding the miaomiao tool may mean that this is a better tool. Cheers