# Latest **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=28 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 29 --- ## [All about Insulin and insulin resistance at an advanced level](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/all-about-insulin-and-insulin-resistance-at-an-advanced-level/13339)
**Author:** [@bostrav59](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bostrav59)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2024, 4:04pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/all-about-insulin-and-insulin-resistance-at-an-advanced-level/13339 "2024-03-04T16:04:50Z")
A friend of mine was listening to this podcast and thought I might be interested. As many of you regulars know, I’m not much of a techie, but I thought some of you might appreciate this so I’m attaching it so that you k… --- ## [G7 insertion cap STL](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g7-insertion-cap-stl/14440)
**Author:** [@Karl.n](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Karl.n)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2024, 2:36pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g7-insertion-cap-stl/14440 "2024-03-04T14:36:25Z")
One of the things that drives me nuts about the G7 is it requires extra pressure during application to engage the “sleeve interlock” (whatever its really called). For me, this causes the needle to go in too aggressively… --- ## [Inexpensive watch?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/inexpensive-watch/14461)
**Author:** [@SteveMann](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/SteveMann)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2024, 11:53pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/inexpensive-watch/14461 "2024-03-03T23:53:39Z")
My TicWatch bricked again, this time it looks like for good. Does anyone know of an inexpensive watch that I can get my Dexcom G6 reading on? I don’t want to spend another $400 on another smartwatch. WAY too many cate… --- ## [How to Do the Outdoors?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-to-do-the-outdoors/14417)
**Author:** [@panda](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/panda)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2024, 1:34am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/how-to-do-the-outdoors/14417 "2024-03-03T01:34:32Z")
tl;dr newly diagnosed and looking to keep doing my sports and hobbies!!! long version: before my husband died in 2021 (the air force widowed me young), my husband and i were a 2-person high altitude technical climbing a… --- ## [Disney Cruise Remy Dessert](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/disney-cruise-remy-dessert/14226)
**Author:** [@TomH](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TomH)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2024, 9:52pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/disney-cruise-remy-dessert/14226 "2024-03-02T21:52:03Z")
We just got back from a Disney cruise! I threw caution to the wind as we tried the Remy (dining location) desert affair (see menu below). I have no idea what the carbs were, just dosed heavily trying to anticipate the su… --- ## [Strategies for preventing the endless low roller coaster at night? (Tslim with ControlIQ)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/strategies-for-preventing-the-endless-low-roller-coaster-at-night-tslim-with-controliq/14459)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2024, 2:06pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/strategies-for-preventing-the-endless-low-roller-coaster-at-night-tslim-with-controliq/14459 "2024-03-02T14:06:29Z")
Yesterday was one of those days. They don’t happen often any more but when they do they are a nightmare. Our son was going low all evening, eating food without boluses. He ate about 75 g of carbs with no rise. Eventuall… --- ## [Can I just exercise in peace?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-i-just-exercise-in-peace/14457)
**Author:** [@Cameedee](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Cameedee)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 29, 2024, 3:53am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-i-just-exercise-in-peace/14457 "2024-02-29T03:53:03Z")
I’ve had T1D for 15 years and I still cannot figure out how to maintain a straight line! I use the Tandem T Slim with Dexcom G6. My go to exercise in the spring, summer and fall is golf. Here’s my history: I undercount… --- ## [Double dose of Toujeo](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/double-dose-of-toujeo/14378)
**Author:** [@arnolfo](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/arnolfo)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2024, 1:35pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/double-dose-of-toujeo/14378 "2024-02-28T13:35:33Z")
Uh oh… I took 16 units of the long acting Toujeo at around 9:30 am, and then 9 hours later, my brain misfired and I took another 16. It’s now 6:00 pm. I don’t know how or why but what can I expect? I don’t have insurance… --- ## [Feb 22nd. Washington's Birthday and my journey began](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/feb-22nd-washingtons-birthday-and-my-journey-began/14449)
**Author:** [@MM2](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/MM2)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2024, 11:04pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/feb-22nd-washingtons-birthday-and-my-journey-began/14449 "2024-02-27T23:04:18Z")
I was in Kindergarten, 3 months shy of turning 6. It was Washington’s Bday holiday, Monday Feb 1965, and grandparents were visiting. This ended up being a blessing, as I had 6 siblings at that time, ages 1-10. I was k… --- ## [Mileage increased since release from hospital](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mileage-increased-since-release-from-hospital/14436)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2024, 2:18pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mileage-increased-since-release-from-hospital/14436 "2024-02-26T14:18:19Z")
I’ve been walking most everyday since I was released. It’s encouraged and I like to walk. My first walks were about 0.8 miles increased over time to a bit over a mile. Yesterday and today I did about 2.4 miles. While I’d… --- ## [Sinocare CGM](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sinocare-cgm/14325)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2024, 4:49pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sinocare-cgm/14325 "2024-02-20T16:49:56Z")
First I ever heard about this company “Sinocare” was when I took a call requesting patients for a two week clinical study of their True Vie I3 CGM system. The web site makes the Sinocare CGM sound pretty good! I went ahe… --- ## [Candy recommendation](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/candy-recommendation/14422)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2024, 6:20am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/candy-recommendation/14422 "2024-02-20T06:20:43Z")
Hey, I am looking for a recommendation on a flat candy. Because flat would pack in a small kit better than anything else! Looking for something small, like the little individual packs of Skittles or M&M’s. They have th… --- ## [Wonderful Type 1 blog](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/wonderful-type-1-blog/14419)
**Author:** [@Richard157](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Richard157)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2024, 1:53am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/wonderful-type-1-blog/14419 "2024-02-18T01:53:24Z")
The following blog was written by Jess Drexler, a 22 year old type 1 diabetic, diagnosed at age 6. It is a masterpiece, such beautiful writing, I wish I could write like that. I have her Mom’s permission to share it here… --- ## [Compression Low on Dexcom G6](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/compression-low-on-dexcom-g6/10966)
**Author:** [@TomH](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TomH)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2024, 11:21pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/compression-low-on-dexcom-g6/10966 "2024-02-17T23:21:47Z")
A big thank you to the folks here on FUD! I woke up at 2:19AM last night to an angry phone alarm saying I was headed to an urgent low! It was the first time in three months of wearing a Dexcom G6. Though a little a gro… --- ## [Qualifying for a pump](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/qualifying-for-a-pump/14423)
**Author:** [@DavidAZ](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/DavidAZ)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2024, 9:37pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/qualifying-for-a-pump/14423 "2024-02-14T21:37:34Z")
I have been Type 2 for 15 years and using MDI. I have attempted to get a pump via Medicare Advantage. Tandem requires that I have a c-peptide of 5.5 or lower and a fasting \< 250. My c-peptide is 6.2 and until now I never… --- ## [1st faulty set for me](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/1st-faulty-set-for-me/14412)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2024, 5:35pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/1st-faulty-set-for-me/14412 "2024-02-12T17:35:55Z")
Yesterday I unwounded the tubing on an XC set. The tubing just came loose from the set. Anyone ever have the same happen? Should I report it to Tandem? --- ## [Spiking from Coffee/ Caffeine SOS](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/spiking-from-coffee-caffeine-sos/1208)
**Author:** [@daisymae](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/daisymae)\ **Replies:** 86\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2024, 4:43pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/spiking-from-coffee-caffeine-sos/1208 "2024-02-10T16:43:55Z")
i am on the pump and cannot figure out a way to drink coffee without spiking. i don't know if i should be bolusing for it, and if i need to bolus, how much do i bolus. the most caffeine i have in my day to day diet is an… --- ## [Peripheral neuropathy community forum](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/peripheral-neuropathy-community-forum/14394)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2024, 6:30am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/peripheral-neuropathy-community-forum/14394 "2024-02-10T06:30:22Z")
I found this site inspire.com helpful in learning about my new condition, bladder cancer. I just got a notification of a new group on peripheral neuropathy and thought I would share. So far no neuropathy from diabetes o… --- ## [Varisoft infusion sets recalled - only some lot numbers](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/varisoft-infusion-sets-recalled-only-some-lot-numbers/14413)
**Author:** [@Randy](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Randy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2024, 4:36am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/varisoft-infusion-sets-recalled-only-some-lot-numbers/14413 "2024-02-10T04:36:51Z")
Unomedical, who makes the Varisoft infusion sets labeled Tandem and other brands, has recalled eight lot numbers of Varisoft’s because they disconnect too easily. The lot numbers all begin with 5388: 5388367; 5388357; 5… --- ## [API \_Secret Failed Authentication](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/api-secret-failed-authentication/14409)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2024, 3:04pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/api-secret-failed-authentication/14409 "2024-02-08T15:04:58Z")
Has anyone experienced receiving messages in NS of unsuccessful API\_Secret authentication requests, when it was NOT you that caused the error? I received the message a few minutes ago. Wasn’t me. I have set the school… --- ## [Loop - a disturbing thing I saw today](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/loop-a-disturbing-thing-i-saw-today/13939)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2024, 9:33pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/loop-a-disturbing-thing-i-saw-today/13939 "2024-02-07T21:33:22Z")
Hello my FUD Loop people. I apologize for missing many of you, but I am tagging a few that I know for sure are using Loop. @TomH @ClaudnDaye @Trying @bkh Please feel free to add others who are currently using Loop… … --- ## [My pump and Dexcom prescription](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/my-pump-and-dexcom-prescription/11489)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2024, 2:40am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/my-pump-and-dexcom-prescription/11489 "2024-02-06T02:40:50Z")
I found out something really neat yesterday. I got my pump and Dex prescriptions from a general practitioner about 2 years ago. He had never done those scripts before, so I did all the paperwork for him ahead of time, p… --- ## [High Sugars from Psyllium?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/high-sugars-from-psyllium/14380)
**Author:** [@KiwiD](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/KiwiD)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2024, 10:09am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/high-sugars-from-psyllium/14380 "2024-02-04T10:09:02Z")
Hi! I’m a type 1 on a pump, newer to this board. Not sure if this category is the correct place for this message, since it’s a supplement, not a medicine… My new dietician/diabetes educator recommended psyllium powder t… --- ## [Decreased insulin resistance post surgery](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/decreased-insulin-resistance-post-surgery/14386)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2024, 11:20pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/decreased-insulin-resistance-post-surgery/14386 "2024-02-03T23:20:40Z")
A hypothesis, after having surgery to repurpose about 7" of my small intestine. I find myself less carb sensitive. Maybe it is the gut is still revolting after being violated or there is a slightly reduced nutrient absor… --- ## [Novolog waiting game](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/novolog-waiting-game/14388)
**Author:** [@jim26](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/jim26)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2024, 3:38pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/novolog-waiting-game/14388 "2024-02-03T15:38:29Z")
My Novolog has been on backorder for 1 week with CVS and they have no estimated delivery. 4 other CVS pharmacies in my area don’t have it. Fortunetly I have several months of extra but another reason to hoard insulin. … --- ## [Dexcom G7 release continues (not yet US)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7-release-continues-not-yet-us/13220)
**Author:** [@MM2](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/MM2)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2024, 3:34pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g7-release-continues-not-yet-us/13220 "2024-02-03T15:34:38Z")
Good news!! Dexcom G7 Release Edit to add more info link. --- ## [Why A1c can be different from eA1c and GMI](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/why-a1c-can-be-different-from-ea1c-and-gmi/6491)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2024, 2:18am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/why-a1c-can-be-different-from-ea1c-and-gmi/6491 "2024-02-03T02:18:42Z")
A couple things here (if you are talking about looking at your average BG on your meter). On your meter, a low BG will average out a high BG. That is reflected on the number it shows on your meter. A 40, 40, and 200 av… --- ## [Homemade glucose gel or tablets](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/homemade-glucose-gel-or-tablets/1664)
**Author:** [@Jen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jen)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2024, 12:42am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/homemade-glucose-gel-or-tablets/1664 "2024-02-02T00:42:34Z")
The Dex4 tablets and gels are super expensive. We don’t have any cheap versions in Canada. I was in the US a few weeks ago and picked up some of the Walgreens ones, but they didn’t seem any cheaper and I was disappointed… --- ## [Omnipod 5 Reverse Correction](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-reverse-correction/14192)
**Author:** [@Josie](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Josie)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2024, 9:45pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-5-reverse-correction/14192 "2024-01-30T21:45:08Z")
I have reverse correction turned off for Omnipod 5 but anytime I was under target the dang thing would always do a reverse correction for my meal bolus. Most of the time I would catch it and manually change it but someti… --- ## [Personal observations on various infusion set locations](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/personal-observations-on-various-infusion-set-locations/14369)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2024, 4:17am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/personal-observations-on-various-infusion-set-locations/14369 "2024-01-27T04:17:34Z")
I tend to avoid the front of my abdomen because of nearly invisible surgical scars. I use a pattern on the top of thighs to the sides. On occasion I will use the love handles. The last 2 sets were in my upper arm. I wil… [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=27) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=29)