# Latest **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=85 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 86 --- ## [I Forgot to Take My Tresiba!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-forgot-to-take-my-tresiba/8918)
**Author:** [@docslotnick](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/docslotnick)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 7:45pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/i-forgot-to-take-my-tresiba/8918 "2020-06-06T19:45:09Z")
Yesterday morning I was in a daze. In my compromised state I neglected to take my morning dose of 42u of Tresiba. Of course I had no recollection of not taking it. All hell broke loose at about 11pm. All I had to eat … --- ## [Dawn Effect](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dawn-effect/6560)
**Author:** [@redhawks2](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/redhawks2)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2020, 4:11pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dawn-effect/6560 "2020-06-06T16:11:22Z")
Well I’ve had T1 for25 years and am using R and N insulin. I never was bothered by the dawn efffect. But in the last couple of years ever since I’ve been using a CGM my BG ramps up in the morning after getting up over 10… --- ## [Experience trying to get a Covid antibody test for our son](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/experience-trying-to-get-a-covid-antibody-test-for-our-son/9815)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2020, 5:52pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/experience-trying-to-get-a-covid-antibody-test-for-our-son/9815 "2020-06-05T17:52:17Z")
In February our family had a crazy illness roll through the house, it involved a few of the symptoms (not all) including changes in taste, fevers, etc. It also lasted an unusually long time (3 weeks), but we weren’t sup… --- ## [Lowest A1C in 4.5 Years!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lowest-a1c-in-4-5-years/9824)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2020, 2:43pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lowest-a1c-in-4-5-years/9824 "2020-06-05T14:43:42Z")
I just got my A1C result from my quarterly appointment and it’s at least my lowest A1C in the last 4.5 years! That’s how far back my e-records go and I don’t feel like digging through paperwork. It’s 1.16% lower than wh… --- ## [New Omnipod User - Question](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-omnipod-user-question/9829)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2020, 9:34pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-omnipod-user-question/9829 "2020-06-04T21:34:57Z")
@egreen76 question: “However, I’m trying to figure stuff out on the PDM…like can you do a correction bolus without eating?? I’m having trouble figuring out how to do that. It won’t allow me to bolus more than 30u max” I… --- ## [Using A Pump in 1978](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/using-a-pump-in-1978/9827)
**Author:** [@Richard157](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Richard157)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2020, 5:23am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/using-a-pump-in-1978/9827 "2020-06-04T05:23:45Z")
The following blog was written by a lady who used an insulin pump in 197 Now I will show you the blog written by that lady, in her own words, describing how she used the pump. She gave me permission to post this blog. (… --- ## [Generic Novolog Fill?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/generic-novolog-fill/9825)
**Author:** [@T1Allison](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/T1Allison)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2020, 2:45pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/generic-novolog-fill/9825 "2020-06-03T14:45:45Z")
I just picked up my Novolog vials and pens. For the first time ever, they were filled with generic Insulin Aspart. The packaging is identical except it says “Insulin Aspart” instead of Novolog. Anyone else have this ha… --- ## [Funny hospital story](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/funny-hospital-story/9830)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2020, 3:43am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/funny-hospital-story/9830 "2020-06-03T03:43:03Z")
I had forgotten all about this because it was so long ago, but my wife was on the phone tonight telling someone this story, laughing so hard, and it reminded me of what happened! I thought it would be funny to share it. … --- ## [Officially on the OmniPod DASH Train! :-)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/officially-on-the-omnipod-dash-train/9828)
**Author:** [@egreen76](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/egreen76)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2020, 3:33am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/officially-on-the-omnipod-dash-train/9828 "2020-06-03T03:33:30Z")
I finished my training and am officially a PODDER!!! :slight\_smile: I’m SO excited! I just want to say THANK YOU to all of you who have helped me make the decision to switch over. It has been nice to be FREE of tubes to… --- ## [DM's new basal and IC numbers](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dms-new-basal-and-ic-numbers/8708)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 10:07am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dms-new-basal-and-ic-numbers/8708 "2020-05-31T10:07:07Z")
Hi DM, From our talk today, there are a few things that struck me as being good things to change. Let me start with posting your current numbers. Current IC ratios: Breakfast IC = 1:6.2 Lunch IC = 1:12 Dinner IC = 1… --- ## [iPhone apps to improve running cadence](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/iphone-apps-to-improve-running-cadence/8907)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2020, 5:48pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/iphone-apps-to-improve-running-cadence/8907 "2020-05-30T17:48:47Z")
I have discussed running cadence before, and the importance of working with cadence to try to reduce musculoskeletal stress, muscle effort, and strain on the muscles, ligaments, and joints. (See link :arrow\_right: http… --- ## [OmniPod Dash](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-dash/5988)
**Author:** [@alva000](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/alva000)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2020, 5:40pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/omnipod-dash/5988 "2020-05-30T17:40:25Z")
Anyone in this forum lucky enough to be chosen to try out the new OmniPod Dash system? If so, what are your thoughts? --- ## [Splitting larger doses via MDI](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/splitting-larger-doses-via-mdi/9811)
**Author:** [@Jan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jan)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2020, 2:21pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/splitting-larger-doses-via-mdi/9811 "2020-05-29T14:21:47Z")
If you have to use what I would call a larger dose of insulin, like 10 u or more, do you split it into 2 doses (given at same time but different locations)? (We do this with our cattle, if they are sick and we have to tr… --- ## [Cases for syringes?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cases-for-syringes/1623)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2020, 1:23pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/cases-for-syringes/1623 "2020-05-29T13:23:58Z")
--- ## [Dexcom g5 vs g6](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g5-vs-g6/9012)
**Author:** [@Sam](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Sam)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2020, 5:20am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-g5-vs-g6/9012 "2020-05-29T05:20:23Z")
So I’ve been eligible for an upgrade to the dexcom g6 for some time now and frankly the only thing that’s stopped me is the hellacious dysfunction of my supplier and not wanting to do anything to upset the Apple cart wit… --- ## [New to Omnipod](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-to-omnipod/9583)
**Author:** [@Loganbear](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Loganbear)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2020, 4:16am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/new-to-omnipod/9583 "2020-05-29T04:16:41Z")
I am about to start using the omnipod for the first time. I’ve been using injections so this will be my first insulin pump. Any suggestions for a first time user. Any problems with reliability with Omnipod? Any prefer… --- ## [Mental, emotional, and nutritional challenges of eating with diabetes](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mental-emotional-and-nutritional-challenges-of-eating-with-diabetes/5096)
**Author:** [@kpanda01](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/kpanda01)\ **Replies:** 95\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2020, 2:46pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mental-emotional-and-nutritional-challenges-of-eating-with-diabetes/5096 "2020-05-26T14:46:26Z")
I hope this isn’t too touchy or personal of a topic…I know some people have pretty strong opinions about carbs and various ways of eating. I’m just curious to learn how others feel about eating and nutrition as it relate… --- ## [Memorial Day weekend](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/memorial-day-weekend/9796)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2020, 5:02pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/memorial-day-weekend/9796 "2020-05-25T17:02:41Z")
My husband was way too excited about putting in a garden this year!! --- ## [Xdrip and glimp give readings readings from -7 to over 1000](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-and-glimp-give-readings-readings-from-7-to-over-1000/9791)
**Author:** [@samuelsam](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/samuelsam)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 2:55pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/xdrip-and-glimp-give-readings-readings-from-7-to-over-1000/9791 "2020-05-24T14:55:14Z")
Both xdrip and glimp don’t work with my new blucon. Linkblucon and librelink work fine. The images are quite funny; glimp gave me a warning that i was 350, which I wasn’t, but then i looked back and saw that i was recent… --- ## [Monk fruit sweetner](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/monk-fruit-sweetner/9752)
**Author:** [@lh378](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/lh378)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2020, 3:20am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/monk-fruit-sweetner/9752 "2020-05-24T03:20:17Z")
Has anyone had experience with monkfruit. (I’m not sure if it’s two words or one word monk fruit) sweetner? Is it packaged like granulated sugar? --- ## [MDI: frequency and methods of injections](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mdi-frequency-and-methods-of-injections/2822)
**Author:** [@Scotteric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Scotteric)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2020, 6:36pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mdi-frequency-and-methods-of-injections/2822 "2020-05-23T18:36:54Z")
I’ve been trying MDI for a few months now after pumping for 11 years. I expect my A1C to be the same, but I have to take up to 10 shots a day sometimes to maintain good control. It’s all dependent on what you eat I supp… --- ## [Can you spot when finals ended?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-you-spot-when-finals-ended/9787)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2020, 10:00pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/can-you-spot-when-finals-ended/9787 "2020-05-21T22:00:03Z")
Edit - Control IQ for the night win! --- ## [On a lighter note](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/on-a-lighter-note/9783)
**Author:** [@Chris](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Chris)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2020, 6:37pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/on-a-lighter-note/9783 "2020-05-20T18:37:45Z")
Someone has an engineer in the family and I am jealous! edit: I do think their booze choice could be improved substantially, but A for effort. --- ## [Interesting case study on remission in T1D with a cholesterol drug](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/interesting-case-study-on-remission-in-t1d-with-a-cholesterol-drug/9782)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2020, 4:47pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/interesting-case-study-on-remission-in-t1d-with-a-cholesterol-drug/9782 "2020-05-20T16:47:00Z")
It’s the definition of anecdata, but still interesting. My personal theory is that there may be dozens of things out there that could potentially put T1D into remission in one or two people in the world, but not on a mas… --- ## [Fiber in processed foods--FDA is taking a look](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/fiber-in-processed-foods-fda-is-taking-a-look/2427)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2020, 2:53pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/fiber-in-processed-foods-fda-is-taking-a-look/2427 "2020-05-20T14:53:51Z")
--- ## [MDI - sorry for complaining/venting](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mdi-sorry-for-complaining-venting/9030)
**Author:** [@lh378](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/lh378)\ **Replies:** 126\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2020, 1:18am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mdi-sorry-for-complaining-venting/9030 "2020-05-20T01:18:46Z")
I haven’t posted in awhile. The holiday gatherings were a bit tough for me. It’s a lot easier to manage diabetes when I eat “similar” meals. But, holidays, and get togethers…How many of you are “good” diabetics? Dur… --- ## [A record Insulet support call!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-record-insulet-support-call/9774)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2020, 10:34pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/a-record-insulet-support-call/9774 "2020-05-19T22:34:05Z")
I just had a support call with Insulet to get a replacement for a pod that had an alarm. 4 minutes total! That includes listening to the greeting, punching in the numbers to get to the right support category, verifying … --- ## [Gvoke 0 co-pay coupon program](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/gvoke-0-co-pay-coupon-program/9640)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2020, 6:52pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/gvoke-0-co-pay-coupon-program/9640 "2020-05-19T18:52:36Z")
--- ## [Lower carb bread](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lower-carb-bread/1252)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2020, 4:20am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/lower-carb-bread/1252 "2020-05-19T04:20:28Z")
I found a lower carb bread at the store yesterday from Silver Hills Bakery in British Columbia. It's a smaller slice sprouted wheat bread and comes in at 19 g carb for 2 slices. For comparison, Dave's Killer Bread (thin… --- ## [This is why I hate low-carb, high-fat breakfasts](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/this-is-why-i-hate-low-carb-high-fat-breakfasts/437)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2020, 2:19am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/this-is-why-i-hate-low-carb-high-fat-breakfasts/437 "2020-05-19T02:19:05Z")
This was yesterday: \[image\] And this is today, with a low-carb yogurt breakfast of approximately 19 grams of carbs (actually less as he didn't finish it). \[image\] 252, has gotten 2.2 units of insulin so far and STILL … [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=84) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=86)