Forum: Technology
08-24-2014, 08:58 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,832
Quick Sync
Need QS to work on my iPhone4 so that my iPad can pick up new entries. Often the sync takes too long and requires too many attemps. Don't have similar problem with MyFitnessPal. Even accessing the...
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Forum: Type 2
05-18-2013, 11:31 PM
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Replies: 74
Views: 149,916
Almost two years ago, I started a...
Almost two years ago, I started a nutritional/exercise plan.
--1600cals/180 carbs per day
--walked 2 to 5 or more miles a
day (dog helps)
--stopped all alcohol & soft drinks
--recorded...
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Forum: Type 2
04-23-2013, 10:36 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 10,051
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Forum: Type 2
04-16-2013, 04:53 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 7,889
Victoza problem
My endo prescribed Victoza. It increased my resting heart rate by 20-30 beats. My cardio ordered me off.
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Forum: Technology
04-16-2013, 04:40 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,234
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Forum: Ladies Room
04-14-2013, 10:42 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 6,462
Lost Weight
Summer 2011: 230lbs
Summer 2013: looking at 160-165lbs (now at 168)
Stopped all alcohol, very rarely have sugary drinks. Just enjoy water and club soda or seltzer.
I do not eat Chinese or diner...
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Forum: Type 2
12-31-2011, 05:56 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,809
A1c
I too became concerned that my latest lab A1c result was significantly higher than what I had expected based on GB and my own estimates. My nutritionist suggested that post-meal spikes are probably...
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Forum: Type 2
12-26-2011, 09:56 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 4,700
Didn't tolerate Byetta
Byetta often made me nauseous and I sometimes vomited. I stopped taking it after 2-3 months. I actually don't remember if the drug was working.
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Forum: Type 2
12-17-2011, 06:03 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 4,303
Victoza
I had a big problem with Victoza. Even though I didn't suffer much from the most common side affects(nausea, vomiting, constipation), I couldn't stay with Victoza. It increased my resting heart rate...
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Forum: Technology
12-14-2011, 07:58 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,464
Prodigy
I'm currently using a Prodigy glucose meter(& strips) since it is covered by the insurance plan. Does anybody else use this meter? The meter autocodes, has a large display, and offers audio output....
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Forum: Type 2
12-13-2011, 08:20 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 3,953
Prednisone
I developed an asthmatic bronchial condition two months ago. Ironically, my primary had just given me the flu shot. The doc gave me antibiotics and cortisteroid inhaler. The doc also gave me...
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Forum: Type 2
12-09-2011, 08:40 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 4,548
Tried Victoza
My endo put me on Victoza and it seemed to be a good move. Despite avoiding severe forms of the common side effects, I had to get off Victoza. The drug increased my resting heart rate by 20-30 beats....
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Forum: Type 2
12-09-2011, 06:11 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,716
Do the Insulin
I don't think putting off insulin is a good idea since high gls could lead to nerve damage and severe eye and foot problems. Many T2s have tried Byetta and Victoza with varying degrees of success....
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Forum: Type 2
12-07-2011, 09:02 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 1,767
Diabetes and the Heart
I'm a T2 diabetic with heart issues. My endo encourages me to make stronger efforts to lower my gls and often tweaks my medicine doses. But my primary doc maintains that low gls may adversely affect...
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Forum: Type 2
12-07-2011, 12:03 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 10,388
Do the insulin
Byetta is a hormone that plays around with your innards by suppressing appetite and encouraging you to eat smaller meals. Victoza, FDA-approved about two years ago, is a similar drug. Byetta made me...
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Forum: Type 2
12-04-2011, 02:04 PM
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Replies: 74
Views: 149,916
I take healthy dog walks, do the treadmill, use...
I take healthy dog walks, do the treadmill, use the exercise bike, and do my own yardwork and landscaping. It does wonders for the gls. Also rarely drink alcohol and diet sodas. And I cook most of...
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Forum: Type 2
12-01-2011, 10:44 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 25,390
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Forum: Mens Room
12-01-2011, 06:14 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 8,976
Victoza is a relatively new injectable for T2...
Victoza is a relatively new injectable for T2 diabetics. Many users have taken it to reduce appetite, lower glucose levels, and to help reduce insulin doses. But many Victoza users have also reported...
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