# Latest **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=53 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 54 --- ## [Happy Easter 2022!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/happy-easter-2022/12619)
**Author:** [@Mariethm](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Mariethm)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2022, 6:36am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/happy-easter-2022/12619 "2022-04-18T06:36:51Z")
I hope its filled with family, friends, and fun! --- ## [If you're a T1D taking Metformin when do you take it? Changing dose timing had a huge impact for me](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/if-youre-a-t1d-taking-metformin-when-do-you-take-it-changing-dose-timing-had-a-huge-impact-for-me/12600)
**Author:** [@bwschulz](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bwschulz)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 16, 2022, 1:40pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/if-youre-a-t1d-taking-metformin-when-do-you-take-it-changing-dose-timing-had-a-huge-impact-for-me/12600 "2022-04-16T13:40:28Z")
I’m a T1d that’s been on Metformin (500mg, 2x/day) for a long time. I had always taken it when I wake up and with dinner. But until recently I often had an inexplicable spike in blood sugar between 3 and 6AM. Sometimes n… --- ## [Low Carb Nutrition Change](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/low-carb-nutrition-change/6580)
**Author:** [@John](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John)\ **Replies:** 78\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2022, 11:41pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/low-carb-nutrition-change/6580 "2022-04-14T23:41:21Z")
If you have not watched the Australian documentary " The Magic Pill" yet on Netflix, get to it asap. I was thinking about a Keto diet for some time now, and this documentary added the necessary kick to it with how native… --- ## [Zombie sites?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/zombie-sites/12607)
**Author:** [@beans\_betes](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/beans_betes)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2022, 11:26pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/zombie-sites/12607 "2022-04-14T23:26:45Z")
I heard a new term today…”zombie” sites. My understanding is that it’s a theory that an old overused area can trap insulin in scar tissue then suddenly burst and you get a huge unexpected bolus? Sounds f’n terrifying…is … --- ## [Correlation or causation?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/correlation-or-causation/12604)
**Author:** [@john\_coburg](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/john_coburg)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2022, 5:06pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/correlation-or-causation/12604 "2022-04-14T17:06:25Z")
Greetings all, I haven’t been here in a while, i hope all is well with everyone. Something i noticed recently that i wanted to share and gather members’ thoughts on is the following chart, that graphs 7d rolling daily a… --- ## [Redefining Diabetes Tidepool Webinar from February 2022](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/redefining-diabetes-tidepool-webinar-from-february-2022/12610)
**Author:** [@CarlosLuis](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CarlosLuis)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2022, 4:13pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/redefining-diabetes-tidepool-webinar-from-february-2022/12610 "2022-04-14T16:13:01Z")
I added this to an old thread, that may not get much attention any longer. Perhaps that was a mistake, but I think this webinar is very important to all of us who are insulin dependent diabetics regardless of type. My ow… --- ## [Stomach sleeping](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/stomach-sleeping/12602)
**Author:** [@Jdonn17](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jdonn17)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2022, 12:22pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/stomach-sleeping/12602 "2022-04-14T12:22:49Z")
Has anyone had their CGM on thie stomachs and are a stomach sleeper? Wondering if its okay to sleep on my stomach. Just got my dexcom. --- ## [Why are hospitals treating diabetes the wrong way](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/why-are-hospitals-treating-diabetes-the-wrong-way/7986)
**Author:** [@amymc](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/amymc)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2022, 11:14pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/why-are-hospitals-treating-diabetes-the-wrong-way/7986 "2022-04-13T23:14:43Z")
i was in the hospital this past monday till weds morning due to a DKA. every time im in the hospital for it they treat diabetes the wrong way. they ER dept gives me the fluids i need including the insulin drop which is c… --- ## [Detailed description of the Control-IQ algorithm?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/detailed-description-of-the-control-iq-algorithm/12594)
**Author:** [@RalphA](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/RalphA)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2022, 4:59pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/detailed-description-of-the-control-iq-algorithm/12594 "2022-04-12T16:59:50Z")
Where can I find a somewhat detailed description of the Tandem t-slim X2 Control-IQ algorithm regarding what variables (except predicted CGM value in 30 min) the automatic basal rate as well as automatic correction bolus… --- ## [Spiking Ominipod levels following run (hot) using Humalog](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/spiking-ominipod-levels-following-run-hot-using-humalog/12598)
**Author:** [@runtx](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/runtx)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2022, 2:03am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/spiking-ominipod-levels-following-run-hot-using-humalog/12598 "2022-04-12T02:03:47Z")
After a hot run (in Texas), it appears that my insulin is less effective in my pod during the evening/overnight. I tend to need to replace my pod early because of this. I read that Humalog does not do well with a lot of … --- ## [Tidepool to nightscout](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tidepool-to-nightscout/9718)
**Author:** [@MM1992](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/MM1992)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2022, 5:17pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tidepool-to-nightscout/9718 "2022-04-11T17:17:29Z")
Does anyone have a way to get tidepool data exported over to nightscout? Or to run autotune on tidepool data? I want to adjust my settings (well, need to), but Control IQ makes it hard to tell what exactly needs adjust… --- ## [Sighted at the Museum of Science today](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sighted-at-the-museum-of-science-today/12576)
**Author:** [@Mariethm](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Mariethm)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2022, 11:18pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sighted-at-the-museum-of-science-today/12576 "2022-04-08T23:18:58Z")
And the non-D. I need this in my life more. --- ## [Surgery and the Dexcom](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/surgery-and-the-dexcom/10585)
**Author:** [@sggmom62](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/sggmom62)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2022, 12:29pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/surgery-and-the-dexcom/10585 "2022-04-07T12:29:16Z")
Have any of you wonderful, knowledgeable people had to have surgery? Did you keep your Dexcom in? I am having shoulder surgery next week and would like to keep my sensor in place so they will lnow what my BS are. Thanks … --- ## [Use pens to fill vials](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/use-pens-to-fill-vials/12570)
**Author:** [@Pmcd212](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Pmcd212)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2022, 5:37pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/use-pens-to-fill-vials/12570 "2022-04-05T17:37:36Z")
My 12 y daughter now uses Omnipod and we have many unused pens. Is there a way to refill our vials (same brand) with the pens? Or can I use the pens to fill her pod? Thanks in advance for the help. This is my first post … --- ## [Update on G7](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/update-on-g7/12534)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2022, 3:43am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/update-on-g7/12534 "2022-04-04T03:43:36Z")
--- ## [Novolog side effects](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/novolog-side-effects/12561)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2022, 1:18am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/novolog-side-effects/12561 "2022-04-02T01:18:31Z")
I switched from Fiasp to Novolog with Omnipod and am still on pod #1 with Novolog. So far so good on adjusting my basal (about 10% lower) and bolus (about 20% lower). Generally seems to absorb better than Fiasp, although… --- ## [Phone compatibility and Dexcom](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/phone-compatibility-and-dexcom/12557)
**Author:** [@pixieagogo003](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/pixieagogo003)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2022, 10:37pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/phone-compatibility-and-dexcom/12557 "2022-04-01T22:37:03Z")
So, I recently made the decision to get a new phone around the same time my doctor got me set up to get the Dexcom. My question is what are the best phones that work with Dexcom? I use straight talk but there are a varie… --- ## [G6 strip usage](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g6-strip-usage/10241)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2022, 4:39pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/g6-strip-usage/10241 "2022-03-31T16:39:18Z")
I’ll be switching from Dexcom G5 to G6 in a few weeks. Curious how many test strips I should plan on using, since I’m due to stock up soon. I average about 4 per day with G5, between calibrations, ???, and times when I k… --- ## [Loop - my new build of FreeAPS - my mods and some questions](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/loop-my-new-build-of-freeaps-my-mods-and-some-questions/12202)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2022, 9:03pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/loop-my-new-build-of-freeaps-my-mods-and-some-questions/12202 "2022-03-30T21:03:45Z")
I have not done this in a while, but I wanted to get a new Loop version going. This is mostly for when I am traveling so I can have a safety net when I am alone. I don’t like the normal setup where it looks at your IOB … --- ## [Correction Factor Calculation?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/correction-factor-calculation/12441)
**Author:** [@beans\_betes](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/beans_betes)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2022, 11:13pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/correction-factor-calculation/12441 "2022-03-29T23:13:52Z")
I am trying to determine my correction factor, as I have to provide the info to my pump trainer. I asked my Endo’s office what it is and they said 2.5 but when I check my pump it says 3.5. I don’t use it ever, I just g… --- ## [Tandem t:slim X2 Insulin Pump](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tandem-t-slim-x2-insulin-pump/12470)
**Author:** [@beans\_betes](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/beans_betes)\ **Replies:** 75\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2022, 5:03pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tandem-t-slim-x2-insulin-pump/12470 "2022-03-26T17:03:09Z")
Hello! If you have used or are using the above-noted pump, please give me any advice you think I may not come to know through the training video and (virtual) pump training session that I’ll be doing this Thursday. In … --- ## [Free at-home Covid test kits](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/free-at-home-covid-test-kits/12285)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2022, 4:58pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/free-at-home-covid-test-kits/12285 "2022-03-26T16:58:54Z")
Seems legit. There was also a story in today’s (Jan 18) USA Today referencing the same link. (https://www.covidtests.gov/) --- ## [Readings between 2 different meters are of as much as 20](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/readings-between-2-different-meters-are-of-as-much-as-20/12518)
**Author:** [@erif902](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/erif902)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2022, 11:31pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/readings-between-2-different-meters-are-of-as-much-as-20/12518 "2022-03-23T23:31:51Z")
First off, Hello to all (first post/newly diagnosed with t2 ) Does anyone have experience with relion premier blu meter . i have two meters (fora g20/relion premier blu) one as a backup. tried last month to use reli… --- ## [Dexcom Ending DME Provider Status :-(](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-ending-dme-provider-status/11415)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2022, 1:32am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-ending-dme-provider-status/11415 "2022-03-22T01:32:09Z")
Unfortunately Dexcom is getting out of the DME business, so instead of being able to order directly from them we now need to use Byram Healthcare to place our orders. Seeing how many problems we have encountered using D… --- ## [Has anyone noticed their pump working better on day 3?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/has-anyone-noticed-their-pump-working-better-on-day-3/11217)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2022, 8:54pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/has-anyone-noticed-their-pump-working-better-on-day-3/11217 "2022-03-21T20:54:47Z")
I have posted before about how I used to use Humalog in my pump but it kept dying after 2 days. NovoLog was much more stable for me the entire duration of the pod. NovoLog does not die after 2 days like Humalog often did… --- ## [My Fiancé Hates My Dexcom](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/my-fiance-hates-my-dexcom/11475)
**Author:** [@Necroplasm](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Necroplasm)\ **Replies:** 115\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2022, 9:37am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/my-fiance-hates-my-dexcom/11475 "2022-03-21T09:37:48Z")
:laughing: how did you guys deal with middle of the night/early morning hypo alerts when your significant others/family members couldn’t sleep because of it? Also, how the heck do you fix a 3am hypo? Any advice is warml… --- ## [Lesson learned...Omnipod dash](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lesson-learned-omnipod-dash/12507)
**Author:** [@John58](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/John58)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2022, 12:00am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lesson-learned-omnipod-dash/12507 "2022-03-21T00:00:23Z")
Here’s the timeline of an incident during/after a 9:30 PM hockey game on Day 2 1/2 of this Dash pod (with Fiasp): All afternoon yesterday: heavy yardwork (prepping garden beds). Did not notice BG rise to 220 range. E… --- ## [Happy 5th Everyone!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/happy-5th-everyone/12515)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2022, 11:29pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/happy-5th-everyone/12515 "2022-03-20T23:29:55Z")
It’s been a busy day for me, but I didn’t want to miss the opportunity to commemorate and celebrate our 5th anniversary at FUD! A shout-out to everyone who has made FUD what it is - the absolute best place to learn, sup… --- ## [Crappy G6 sensor experience](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/crappy-g6-sensor-experience/12513)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2022, 12:26am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/crappy-g6-sensor-experience/12513 "2022-03-20T00:26:32Z")
I inserted a sensor yesterday in what looked like a good spot on my right thigh and experienced a bit of bleeding at the site….but went ahead with this sensor after a few hours of “presoaking”. Long story short, I was up… --- ## [Tslim trial](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tslim-trial/11281)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2022, 4:39pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tslim-trial/11281 "2022-03-19T16:39:59Z")
So we’re trying out a loaner Tslim with Control IQ from my son’s endocrinologist. So far it seems great – average blood sugar and time in range seems about the same as with Loop but I’ve been paying a lot less attention… [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=52) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=54)