# Latest **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=126 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 127 --- ## [Off omnipod but normal BG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/off-omnipod-but-normal-bg/6300)
**Author:** [@Cbanda](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Cbanda)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2019, 1:25pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/off-omnipod-but-normal-bg/6300 "2019-01-28T13:25:54Z")
Very weird, my daughter removed her Omnipod and it’s been a day since shes replaced it for a new one, but her bg is not high. She’s T1 for two years now and don’t know what to think. Shes at 80 since last, night. What d… --- ## [Pre-bolus trick](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pre-bolus-trick/6308)
**Author:** [@T1john](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1john)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2019, 6:42am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pre-bolus-trick/6308 "2019-01-28T06:42:48Z")
Saw this some were that was recommended by there endo, what do you think? If you are in three digit bg reading take the first two #'s and use for wait time after bolusing, example if your bg is 126 wait 12 minutes after… --- ## [Refrigeration of Humalog pen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/refrigeration-of-humalog-pen/6313)
**Author:** [@Catalyst5](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Catalyst5)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2019, 1:39am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/refrigeration-of-humalog-pen/6313 "2019-01-28T01:39:50Z")
I know the manufacturer says that once opened, the Humalog pen should NOT be refrigerated. But I am wondering if refrigeration will cause any harm to it? Why can’t we keep it in the fridge? I refrigerate Novolin R vial a… --- ## [Big improvement!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/big-improvement/6306)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2019, 11:22pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/big-improvement/6306 "2019-01-27T23:22:12Z")
I haven’t had one of these in a while…and wish I knew how it happened! --- ## [Low Carb diets in the news](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/low-carb-diets-in-the-news/4003)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2018, 1:46pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/low-carb-diets-in-the-news/4003 "2018-05-07T13:46:16Z")
Well, it looks like the parents in the TypeOne Grit Facebook group participated in an observational trial, and the results were impressive. What I would be interested to see, of course, is whether this actually reduces t… --- ## [Workout heart rate](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/workout-heart-rate/6179)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2019, 4:47pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/workout-heart-rate/6179 "2019-01-27T16:47:02Z")
I’m wondering how to determine my max heart rate for the purposes of working out. I’ve tried the formula most often cited on the internet (220 minus your age in years), which tells me 158 is the max for me (I turn 62 in … --- ## [Do you abide by meter expiration dates?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/do-you-abide-by-meter-expiration-dates/6263)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2019, 4:04pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/do-you-abide-by-meter-expiration-dates/6263 "2019-01-27T16:04:12Z")
Do you abide by meter expiration dates? When I’ve looked, I’ve only ever seen the expiration date printed on the box, not on the meter itself. Unless I’m missing something, unless you keep your meter paired up with its o… --- ## [Dexcom G7, G6 Medicare Podcast from CEO Kevin Sayer](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7-g6-medicare-podcast-from-ceo-kevin-sayer/6271)
**Author:** [@Jattzl](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jattzl)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2019, 4:00pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7-g6-medicare-podcast-from-ceo-kevin-sayer/6271 "2019-01-26T16:00:05Z")
I read a lot of speculations regarding new Dexcom products, Medicare coverage, Tandem, etc. It was reassuring to hear some answers and insight from Kevin Sayer CEO. I start Medicare February 1 and have been on pins and n… --- ## [Why’d Accu-Chek discontinue Compact Plus?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/why-d-accu-chek-discontinue-compact-plus/6281)
**Author:** [@Nashvillian](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Nashvillian)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2019, 4:59am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/why-d-accu-chek-discontinue-compact-plus/6281 "2019-01-26T04:59:28Z")
I thought the all-in-one aspect was fantastic. Better than carrying a separate lancing device and manually inserting strips. Are there any other all-in-ones? --- ## [Flying (as a pilot) with diabetes: possible?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/flying-as-a-pilot-with-diabetes-possible/6252)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2019, 4:34am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/flying-as-a-pilot-with-diabetes-possible/6252 "2019-01-26T04:34:05Z")
What are the rules with that? Are you still allowed to fly a private plane on your own, and just not be a professional pilot? Like I can drive a car without any special requirements for a license. And I could get a com… --- ## [A vent since I don't think there's a vent thread?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-vent-since-i-dont-think-theres-a-vent-thread/6244)
**Author:** [@Sensorium139](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Sensorium139)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2019, 3:30am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-vent-since-i-dont-think-theres-a-vent-thread/6244 "2019-01-26T03:30:43Z")
Alright. So my primary care provider was dropped by my new medicaid plan, suddenly, without me knowing until I got my second (:face\_with\_symbols\_over\_mouth: ) incorrect card …the rep called my doc and said he’s no longer… --- ## [ISPAD: use \*blood\* ketone meter on sick days](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ispad-use-blood-ketone-meter-on-sick-days/6265)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2019, 12:37am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/ispad-use-blood-ketone-meter-on-sick-days/6265 "2019-01-25T00:37:19Z")
New (summer 2018) sick day directives recently linked to by @bkh emphasize the recommendation for measuring ketones from blood: I was quite interested in this—thanks, @bkh, for posting it! This consensus article by ISP… --- ## [Low then high after meals](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/low-then-high-after-meals/6206)
**Author:** [@T1john](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1john)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2019, 11:16pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/low-then-high-after-meals/6206 "2019-01-24T23:16:49Z")
Have been fighting rollercoaster last week. I am on 530g with elinte. Been bolusing for carbs before eating using dual wave. After I eat will go low, usually real low, within 1;30 -2:00 hours then shoot up after a couple… --- ## [Categories: good except for Type 2 and Pregnancy](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/categories-good-except-for-type-2-and-pregnancy/610)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2019, 1:51pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/categories-good-except-for-type-2-and-pregnancy/610 "2019-01-24T13:51:48Z")
I just had a look at all the categories and how well they are filling. They are all good, except for the Type 2 and the pregnancy categories - these are bereft of comment and traffic. Not sure if there is anything w… --- ## [Novolog, active insulin time](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/novolog-active-insulin-time/6254)
**Author:** [@T1john](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1john)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2019, 11:52am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/novolog-active-insulin-time/6254 "2019-01-24T11:52:41Z")
I am using novolog vs humalog now in my pump and have my active insulin time set for 4 hours. I have seen a lot of posts lately about novolog a strong tail. Wondering if I should increase the time in this setting. --- ## [The Dexcom G6 is GIGANTIC!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-dexcom-g6-is-gigantic/4479)
**Author:** [@TravelingOn](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TravelingOn)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2019, 1:58am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-dexcom-g6-is-gigantic/4479 "2019-01-24T01:58:21Z")
Original title: What the what?!?!?!? Holy cannoli! We just received the new G6 sensors (transmitter not yet covered by insurance, but shipping soon) and opened the box. They are freaking gigantic. Now, I understand tha… --- ## [T:slim Basal-IQ: how do you track time suspended?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/t-slim-basal-iq-how-do-you-track-time-suspended/6250)
**Author:** [@Nickyghaleb](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Nickyghaleb)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2019, 1:54am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/t-slim-basal-iq-how-do-you-track-time-suspended/6250 "2019-01-24T01:54:20Z")
Question… Is there a place to find how much time you’ve been in a suspend with Basal-IQ? I know you can look at the graph screen and see an approximation, but I was just wondering if there were a “history” somewhere that… --- ## [Almost made it](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/almost-made-it/6248)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 5:04pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/almost-made-it/6248 "2019-01-23T17:04:42Z")
Hey, I had it going flattish until I calibrated…day 19 on my sensor. It seemed to be pretty close to meter BG until that hiccup at 9PM. --- ## [Erythrocyte decoration as a path to immune tolerogenesis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/erythrocyte-decoration-as-a-path-to-immune-tolerogenesis/6182)
**Author:** [@DoubleBee](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/DoubleBee)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2019, 12:04pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/erythrocyte-decoration-as-a-path-to-immune-tolerogenesis/6182 "2019-01-23T12:04:05Z")
Hi All, I am relatively new T1 Dad and I have been using my work experience in biotech startups as a method for helping to see the light at the end of the tunnel. I am writing this here as a good part of my own persona… --- ## [The Insulin Wars](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-insulin-wars/6232)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2019, 6:55pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-insulin-wars/6232 "2019-01-22T18:55:43Z")
Written from a Doctor’s perspective. --- ## [I don’t usually... but I just have to](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-don-t-usually-but-i-just-have-to/6184)
**Author:** [@Nickyghaleb](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Nickyghaleb)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 6:59pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-don-t-usually-but-i-just-have-to/6184 "2019-01-21T18:59:17Z")
I’ve never posted anything like this before, but I’ve also never seen anything like it… Thank you, @Eric, and thank you, FUD. --- ## [High BG and wondering why](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/high-bg-and-wondering-why/6207)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 3:17pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/high-bg-and-wondering-why/6207 "2019-01-21T15:17:51Z")
So my morning bolus didn’t work as well as I expected (even with some walking around after breakfast) and my BG has been around 190 all afternoon despite corrections. (Some exercise finally moved my BG into the 120 range… --- ## [Oomph Instead of Carb Ratio?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/oomph-instead-of-carb-ratio/6181)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 1:57pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/oomph-instead-of-carb-ratio/6181 "2019-01-21T13:57:10Z")
Do you believe in Carb Ratios and follow them closely? Or do you believe in dosing for meals based on a general “feel” and experience? I’ve been tripped up for the last few years on bolusing for lunch on work days (offi… --- ## [Can't calibrate xDrip+ anymore](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cant-calibrate-xdrip-anymore/6198)
**Author:** [@Headlands](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Headlands)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 1:29pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cant-calibrate-xdrip-anymore/6198 "2019-01-21T13:29:24Z")
Sorry for all the posts – I’m still getting used to xDrip and working through issues with it. Today I felt that the readings were off so I calibrated it with BG readings from my Freestyle Lite (the readings were indeed … --- ## [Avoiding manual calibration with g6 and xdrip](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/avoiding-manual-calibration-with-g6-and-xdrip/5880)
**Author:** [@JanetC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/JanetC)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 2:39am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/avoiding-manual-calibration-with-g6-and-xdrip/5880 "2019-01-21T02:39:36Z")
Hi guys, New here, but have been reading lots of posts prior to starting with a G6 tonight (we’re in the UK). It’s been super useful. Our son, James is 9 years old with T1. We’re using xdrip primarily for two reasons … --- ## [Changing Dexcom sensor without a restart: an experiment](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/changing-dexcom-sensor-without-a-restart-an-experiment/3349)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 2:10am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/changing-dexcom-sensor-without-a-restart-an-experiment/3349 "2019-01-21T02:10:17Z")
We have been wanting for a long time to see what happens when you swap a sensor without stopping/starting it—tonight gave us the perfect opportunity. Today’s sensor was 4 days old and had been flaking all day, starting i… --- ## [About cgm cost](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/about-cgm-cost/6217)
**Author:** [@mmohamed2](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mmohamed2)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 1:27am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/about-cgm-cost/6217 "2019-01-21T01:27:08Z")
Hi All, Sorry if i opened this topic in the wrong thread i’m 25years old, i have type 1 I’m new in cgm , live cgm like dexcom , blucon …i found out about them last year(2018) this technology doesn’t available yet in … --- ## [Oh, does xdrip display and register blood sugars lower than 40? Is there a way to make it do that if it doesn't?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/oh-does-xdrip-display-and-register-blood-sugars-lower-than-40-is-there-a-way-to-make-it-do-that-if-it-doesnt/6221)
**Author:** [@Headlands](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Headlands)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2019, 12:24am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/oh-does-xdrip-display-and-register-blood-sugars-lower-than-40-is-there-a-way-to-make-it-do-that-if-it-doesnt/6221 "2019-01-21T00:24:22Z")
Title says it all! --- ## [Low/Lower Carb Breakfast Recipes](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/low-lower-carb-breakfast-recipes/6214)
**Author:** [@Pianoplayer7008](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Pianoplayer7008)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 11:49pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/low-lower-carb-breakfast-recipes/6214 "2019-01-20T23:49:55Z")
These are some recipes I use regularly as low-lower carb breakfast options. I make a batch (or double), and eat off of them for several days. The pancakes and muffins freeze well if you want to make them ahead for a sing… --- ## [Can someone explain snooze on xDrip in extreme detail?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-someone-explain-snooze-on-xdrip-in-extreme-detail/6220)
**Author:** [@Headlands](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Headlands)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2019, 10:54pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-someone-explain-snooze-on-xdrip-in-extreme-detail/6220 "2019-01-20T22:54:38Z")
I kind of understand it and kind of don’t. I would like to know how to use it in detail so I really understand it. For some reason I can’t fully wrap my head around it. And things like: How do you turn it off once it’s b… [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=125) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=127)