# Latest **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=133 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 134 --- ## [Frustrated with MacBook purchased for Loop](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/frustrated-with-macbook-purchased-for-loop/5285)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2018, 9:03pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/frustrated-with-macbook-purchased-for-loop/5285 "2018-11-21T21:03:17Z")
Before leaving for our travel adventure, I purchased a MacBook to try Loop while we were gone (15 months travel). For the past month (!) I have been frustrated in no small amount by my MacBook. I am a Windows power user… --- ## [Has anyone seen more than one Endrinologist?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/has-anyone-seen-more-than-one-endrinologist/5567)
**Author:** [@CharlesFurniss](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CharlesFurniss)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2018, 4:20pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/has-anyone-seen-more-than-one-endrinologist/5567 "2018-11-21T16:20:42Z")
Has anyone used several different Endocrinologists? If so, did they radically change your meds? Mine seems to have made no changes to my dosing or treatment, unless I have suggested doing it, like my change to lower co… --- ## [A dumb quote](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-dumb-quote/4907)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2018, 2:00pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-dumb-quote/4907 "2018-11-21T14:00:05Z")
I happened upon this article and found this quote very funny! Talking about variations people have in their cholesterol test results… Seasonal variation has been shown to affect cholesterol values. In one study, the c… --- ## [Endo appointment](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/endo-appointment/5562)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2018, 10:28am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/endo-appointment/5562 "2018-11-21T10:28:59Z")
I had my endo appointment today. It was a phenomenal experience. As you may recall, I interviewed the endo a few months ago. Today was my first actual appointment with her. I sent her some topics to discuss a week prio… --- ## [Omnipod what the heck](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-what-the-heck/5445)
**Author:** [@Catiya](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Catiya)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2018, 11:38pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-what-the-heck/5445 "2018-11-20T23:38:36Z")
I have been using the Ominipod since August and have very little problems until this week. On Tuesday I went into my Endo and we did some adjustments to my basal insulin program to cover parts of the day/night where I a… --- ## [Data Comparison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/data-comparison/5545)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2018, 9:56pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/data-comparison/5545 "2018-11-19T21:56:17Z")
I hadn’t actually ever used the ‘Compare’ tool in Clarity but I decided to use it today to do a comparison of Liam’s data from a couple years ago when we first starting using the Omnipod and were just learning how to eve… --- ## [Post low muscle weakness?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/post-low-muscle-weakness/5541)
**Author:** [@Catiya](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Catiya)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2018, 4:04pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/post-low-muscle-weakness/5541 "2018-11-19T16:04:53Z")
I’m wondering if anyone knows if exaggerated muscle weakness can develop after a hypoglycemia episode? Went down to 42 last night and this morning I can barely pick up my feet to walk. Muscle weakness is a known issue f… --- ## [Thank you, FUD, for being the Bad Bums you are (and for helping me to find my groove)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/thank-you-fud-for-being-the-bad-bums-you-are-and-for-helping-me-to-find-my-groove/5520)
**Author:** [@Nickyghaleb](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Nickyghaleb)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2018, 7:06pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/thank-you-fud-for-being-the-bad-bums-you-are-and-for-helping-me-to-find-my-groove/5520 "2018-11-18T19:06:02Z")
I went to my endo this morning, and as I sat in her office, looking at all of the generic diabetes stuff plastered on the walls and coming through the TV, I thought about you guys. I don’t have spectacular numbers to re… --- ## [Breakthrough: possible semi-permanent "cure" for Type 2 diabetes?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/breakthrough-possible-semi-permanent-cure-for-type-2-diabetes/5295)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2018, 11:56am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/breakthrough-possible-semi-permanent-cure-for-type-2-diabetes/5295 "2018-11-17T11:56:49Z")
I am not sure how to call it. It is a small study (50 patients), and it is only looking at a 1-year horizon, but, for 90% of the patients, over that duration it seems close to a cure, since it removes the need for insul… --- ## [PWDs on SGLT2 inhibitors have 2x risk of amputation and DKA](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pwds-on-sglt2-inhibitors-have-2x-risk-of-amputation-and-dka/5526)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2018, 11:42am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/pwds-on-sglt2-inhibitors-have-2x-risk-of-amputation-and-dka/5526 "2018-11-17T11:42:08Z")
This is a new, large observational study, which muddies up the field of SGLT2 inhibitors. It links use of SGLT2 inhibitors in general with a 2x risk of lower limb amputation and of Diabetic Keto Acidosis. So far, one SG… --- ## [Interesting? Maternal gluten consumption & T1D development in offspring](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/interesting-maternal-gluten-consumption-t1d-development-in-offspring/5506)
**Author:** [@ckat](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ckat)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2018, 3:03am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/interesting-maternal-gluten-consumption-t1d-development-in-offspring/5506 "2018-11-17T03:03:40Z")
--- ## [Omnipod trainining tomorrow...suggestions?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-trainining-tomorrow-suggestions/5405)
**Author:** [@bpollina](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bpollina)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2018, 8:40pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-trainining-tomorrow-suggestions/5405 "2018-11-16T20:40:51Z")
Tomorrow I’m getting trained on my Omnipod by my diabetic educator. I’ve already had formal training on my 630G from Medtronic, so looks very similar. I’ve already programmed it myself and have been using it for a few … --- ## [Anyone with Anthem BlueCross BlueShield and OmniPod?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/anyone-with-anthem-bluecross-blueshield-and-omnipod/5388)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2018, 8:23pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/anyone-with-anthem-bluecross-blueshield-and-omnipod/5388 "2018-11-16T20:23:37Z")
We are comparing insurance plans for our enrollment. Is there anyone here who uses OmniPods and who has Anthem BlueCross/BlueShield insurance?!? Wondering if BCBS is easy to work with and get approval. Don’t want to ha… --- ## [Bagels -- The Perfect Food for Blood Sugar Management](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/bagels-the-perfect-food-for-blood-sugar-management/5503)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2018, 8:06pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/bagels-the-perfect-food-for-blood-sugar-management/5503 "2018-11-16T20:06:20Z")
Sometimes, the best food for blood sugar control is not what you think. This is Samson’s BG 4 hours after eating a bagel for breakfast. It’s kinda funny – for us this is kind of a “parenting fail” because it meant we wer… --- ## [Grande Pumpkin Spiced Latte + a Glazed Donut: Thanks Basal-IQ](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/grande-pumpkin-spiced-latte-a-glazed-donut-thanks-basal-iq/5483)
**Author:** [@glitzabetes](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/glitzabetes)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2018, 6:27pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/grande-pumpkin-spiced-latte-a-glazed-donut-thanks-basal-iq/5483 "2018-11-16T18:27:43Z")
So let me first say, I don’t typically have 100 carbs of pure sugar for breakfast. I got my blood drawn this morning, and I decided to treat myself afterwards to break the fast, since the clinic just happened to be next … --- ## [Using a higher basal than we absolutely need: one more treatment option](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/using-a-higher-basal-than-we-absolutely-need-one-more-treatment-option/5422)
**Author:** [@Nickyghaleb](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Nickyghaleb)\ **Replies:** 65\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2018, 5:57pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/using-a-higher-basal-than-we-absolutely-need-one-more-treatment-option/5422 "2018-11-16T17:57:38Z")
So this is very, very interesting to me. I have heard this before but have never really had a good conversation about it. From what I understand, you’re not supposed to use your basal to cover your food, but… why not? I… --- ## [I’m ready for some coffee!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-m-ready-for-some-coffee/5514)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2018, 3:04pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-m-ready-for-some-coffee/5514 "2018-11-15T15:04:39Z")
--- ## [Omnipod for basal, Kwikpen for bolus?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-for-basal-kwikpen-for-bolus/4018)
**Author:** [@John](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2018, 2:21pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-for-basal-kwikpen-for-bolus/4018 "2018-11-14T14:21:58Z")
Anyone who is using this combination? I am a type1 for 30 years this summer and pretty decently adjusted. So far I am using Lantus insulin as the basal insulin but suspect that Lantus to have some unwanted sideeffects. … --- ## [MDI: saving all your priming insulin](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mdi-saving-all-your-priming-insulin/5493)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2018, 3:51am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mdi-saving-all-your-priming-insulin/5493 "2018-11-14T03:51:48Z")
If you wanted to really really really save as much insulin as possible, I can save you a few units per pen… It might be over-the-top, but it’s easy. You can get sterile vials for very cheap. For example, here is a 10… --- ## [Diabecell Research Closes Out (With Comments on Encapsulation In General)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diabecell-research-closes-out-with-comments-on-encapsulation-in-general/3299)
**Author:** [@joshualevy](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/joshualevy)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2018, 1:27am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/diabecell-research-closes-out-with-comments-on-encapsulation-in-general/3299 "2018-11-14T01:27:48Z")
Diabecell is an encapsulated pig beta cell treatment aimed at curing type-1 diabetes. This research started in the 1990s, and was part of a group of encapsulated stem cell cures which were developed at the same time by … --- ## [Disposable Pens - getting all of the insulin](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/disposable-pens-getting-all-of-the-insulin/4371)
**Author:** [@mike\_g](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mike_g)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2018, 5:57pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/disposable-pens-getting-all-of-the-insulin/4371 "2018-11-13T17:57:03Z")
Just a tip. Many may be aware of this, but thought I’d throw it out there for the good of the group. For the past couple years or so, I’ve been using Levemir basal in disposable pens. This has turned out to be a great… --- ## [The differences between teens and adults in diabetes](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-differences-between-teens-and-adults-in-diabetes/5472)
**Author:** [@Kaelan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Kaelan)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2018, 6:08pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-differences-between-teens-and-adults-in-diabetes/5472 "2018-11-13T18:08:54Z")
We all write about YDMV, but we also try to draw lessons from what we see. I think it makes sense because there must be patterns that apply to groups or to many, and at the same time the patterns don’t apply to everyone. … --- ## [Using the Freestyle Libre with third party transmitters](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/using-the-freestyle-libre-with-third-party-transmitters/5552)
**Author:** [@mike\_g](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/mike_g)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2018, 5:11pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/using-the-freestyle-libre-with-third-party-transmitters/5552 "2018-11-13T17:11:00Z")
--- ## [Omnipod BATTERY question](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-battery-question/5486)
**Author:** [@bpollina](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bpollina)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2018, 3:31pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-battery-question/5486 "2018-11-13T15:31:49Z")
Almost forgot. When I went to training, I was told that the Omnipod will not work with ANYTHING other than ALKALINE batteries. Not rechargeables. Not lithium. Is that true? If it is true, what’s the biggest bang for t… --- ## [Tips, Tech & Gear wiki Table of Contents](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tips-tech-gear-wiki-table-of-contents/1051)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2017, 8:06pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tips-tech-gear-wiki-table-of-contents/1051 "2017-05-25T20:06:12Z")
Tips, Tech & Gear: Wiki Table of Contents References Activation curves for different types of insulin . Tips EMERGENCY: cheapest insulin and diabetes supplies Insulin pre-bolus: a necessary technique for flatlining … --- ## [Omnipod DASH anyone?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-dash-anyone/5479)
**Author:** [@bpollina](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bpollina)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2018, 7:09am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-dash-anyone/5479 "2018-11-13T07:09:22Z")
Went for my omnipod training and my trainer thought that the Dash used a Samsung S5 custom phone? They will be trained on it and agreed I could switch once out. All I hear is Q1 2019. For those on it: Is it the Samsu… --- ## [How to estimate your BG meter's noise](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-to-estimate-your-bg-meters-noise/3122)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2018, 2:46pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-to-estimate-your-bg-meters-noise/3122 "2018-11-13T14:46:28Z")
Average BG meter error Every BG meter has some noise in the signal it measures. In fact, what constitutes the system under measurement is \[your finger + your BG meter + you\], and results may vary for the same BG meter d… --- ## [So Word on FUD Street is Contour is the Meter to go with.... but why?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/so-word-on-fud-street-is-contour-is-the-meter-to-go-with-but-why/4506)
**Author:** [@Nickyghaleb](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Nickyghaleb)\ **Replies:** 122\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2018, 6:52pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/so-word-on-fud-street-is-contour-is-the-meter-to-go-with-but-why/4506 "2018-09-16T18:52:56Z")
I know it’s frowned upon to use 18 different meters and test 24 times a day with each… and to sport the Libre and Guardian… but I can’t stop. I’m INTRIGUED by the numbers. I’m maybe a month out of my next endo appointme… --- ## [Lancets are “deadly weapons”](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lancets-are-deadly-weapons/5460)
**Author:** [@Sam](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Sam)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2018, 5:58pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lancets-are-deadly-weapons/5460 "2018-11-12T17:58:02Z")
Sounds like a 6th grader screwing around like they do, to me… instead of “assault with a deadly weapon” --- ## [A burger challenge](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-burger-challenge/2226)
**Author:** [@Pianoplayer7008](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Pianoplayer7008)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2018, 4:40pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-burger-challenge/2226 "2018-11-12T16:40:01Z")
I’ve been a little frustrated with Afrezza this week, as every time I’ve used it, things seem to go ok initially, and then I have a delayed spike after the first hour (because of Afrezza’s short action time and my diet b… [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=132) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=134)