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The commitment to insulin was one of the best things that I have done. Nothing was working for me and now my blood glucose is pretty much whatever I want it to be. It does take a lot of work for me with the calculations and carb counting, but I am in the best control of my life.
Read through the first three threads in the Type 2 Section, when you get a chance, if you have not already done so. These threads will most-likely help you a lot. Self education is one of the keys to successful management of your diabetes, along with a healthy / sensible diet and exercise. Basically, diabetes requires a life-style change for the better. Good luck with your control and management.