# Latest **URL:** https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=86 [Latest](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/tags.md) **Page:** 87 --- ## [LOOP: reinstall musings](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/loop-reinstall-musings/9757)
**Author:** [@bpollina](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bpollina)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2020, 4:33pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/loop-reinstall-musings/9757 "2020-05-18T16:33:32Z")
I bit the bullet and ordered an iPhone SE 2020 which should arrive tomorrow. I’m going to do a complete from scratch install of Loop using the windows Virtual machine on my PC to set up the latest build of LOOP. Would … --- ## [Using xDrip+ AND a dexcom receiver](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/using-xdrip-and-a-dexcom-receiver/9748)
**Author:** [@sggmom62](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/sggmom62)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 11:16am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/using-xdrip-and-a-dexcom-receiver/9748 "2020-05-17T11:16:05Z")
I have a separate Dexcom Receiver for by G6. When I got it originally my phone at that time was not compatible and I did not know about xDrip+ My Endocrinologist’s PA hates the reports with the xDrip app. Can I use both … --- ## [Jerusalem artichoke](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/jerusalem-artichoke/9762)
**Author:** [@lh378](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/lh378)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 4:20am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/jerusalem-artichoke/9762 "2020-05-17T04:20:03Z")
Is anyone familiar with Jerusalem artichoke? Where to buy it? I don’t know anything about it other than it may be beneficial: https://www.chatelaine.com/health/diet/five-health-benefits-of-jerusalem-artichokes-sunchoke… --- ## [The last two G6 sensors have stopped working after 10 days exactly using xDrip+, but didn't used to](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-last-two-g6-sensors-have-stopped-working-after-10-days-exactly-using-xdrip-but-didnt-used-to/8763)
**Author:** [@Headlands](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Headlands)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2020, 4:33am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-last-two-g6-sensors-have-stopped-working-after-10-days-exactly-using-xdrip-but-didnt-used-to/8763 "2020-05-15T04:33:45Z")
In the past xDrip+ would always keep on going after 10 days, for up to 30 days until the sensor actually died, now it seems like Dexcom has made the sensor die after 10 days so that xDrip says “sensor stopped”. I tried t… --- ## [Weird low that Dexcom missed](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/weird-low-that-dexcom-missed/9648)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2020, 1:40am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/weird-low-that-dexcom-missed/9648 "2020-05-15T01:40:37Z")
Last night I woke up shaking, heart racing, slightly nauseous…and my Dex reads 90. I scarf down two glucose tabs, wobble into the bathroom to wash my hands, and check my BG with a fingerstick (which was hard to do ‘cos m… --- ## [Will Ultrasound ruin my G6 transmitter?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/will-ultrasound-ruin-my-g6-transmitter/9741)
**Author:** [@Patty](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Patty)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2020, 1:30am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/will-ultrasound-ruin-my-g6-transmitter/9741 "2020-05-15T01:30:17Z")
I have to have an abdominal ultrasound on Monday, and the testing facility could not tell me if it would affect my G6 transmitter. I have the sensor inserted on my upper stomach area above the waistline. This one is br… --- ## [Dexcom Using DME](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-using-dme/9733)
**Author:** [@Maggie](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Maggie)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2020, 2:12am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-using-dme/9733 "2020-05-14T02:12:45Z")
Just wow…Talk about a shock. I have UMR insurance and I must get my diabetic supplies specifically my Dexcom G-6 Sensor and Transmitter… through either Bryam or Edgepark Diabetic Supplies. Please tell me how it is legal… --- ## [My Favorite Lancing Device](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/my-favorite-lancing-device/9714)
**Author:** [@daisymae](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/daisymae)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2020, 10:15pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/my-favorite-lancing-device/9714 "2020-05-13T22:15:41Z")
I’m certain all of you out there have done finger sticking at one point or another :rofl: but have you gone on to experiment with different ones? I know that the objective purpose is to get some blood out from under your… --- ## [TSlim rollout in Ontario?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tslim-rollout-in-ontario/5986)
**Author:** [@SWalks](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/SWalks)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2020, 2:59pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/tslim-rollout-in-ontario/5986 "2020-05-13T14:59:51Z")
Does anyone know when the TSlim will start shipping in Ontario? I’ve heard February but I can’t find anything to back that up. --- ## [GI Problems and How You Combat Them](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/gi-problems-and-how-you-combat-them/9749)
**Author:** [@daisymae](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/daisymae)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2020, 2:20pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/gi-problems-and-how-you-combat-them/9749 "2020-05-13T14:20:16Z")
In about the past 3 years, I developed chronic GI problems, ranging from GP (for which I take Domperidone), IBS, and motility problems (for which I use MiraLax). I am active, I eat healthily, my latest A1c was just 5.2% … --- ## [Happy Mother's Day](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/happy-mothers-day/7463)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2020, 1:16am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/happy-mothers-day/7463 "2020-05-13T01:16:14Z")
Just wanted to wish all you mom’s a Happy Mother’s Day. It’s not easy doing what you do. It’s undervalued and underappreciated. Husbands and partners don’t always express their thanks in the ways that they should. Bu… --- ## [What to do with spare Dexcom G5 hardware after switching to G6?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/what-to-do-with-spare-dexcom-g5-hardware-after-switching-to-g6/9305)
**Author:** [@g5-curious](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/g5-curious)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 6:02pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/what-to-do-with-spare-dexcom-g5-hardware-after-switching-to-g6/9305 "2020-05-10T18:02:34Z")
I have two friends who were recently switched from G5 to G6 hardware, and both have some spare equipment they can’t return. I was going to give hardware from friend A to friend B this week, but they both switched around… --- ## [Intestinal bacteria may protect against Type 2 diabetes](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/intestinal-bacteria-may-protect-against-type-2-diabetes/884)
**Author:** [@Michel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Michel)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2020, 5:39pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/intestinal-bacteria-may-protect-against-type-2-diabetes/884 "2020-05-10T17:39:56Z")
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/04/170411090159.htm In this study in Finland, a higher proportion of people with impaired glucose tolerance who do not develop T2 diabetes carry a higher amount of indolepropio… --- ## [The fastest sugar](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-fastest-sugar/1180)
**Author:** [@Eric](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Eric)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2020, 4:10pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/the-fastest-sugar/1180 "2020-05-09T16:10:25Z")
I noticed that Lucozade was the fastest thing on their chart. A 95 glycemic index number! \[image\] I had never tried it, so I bought some (found it on Amazon). Kinda pricey. I tried it. Yes it's fast. It's not … --- ## [Adult Type 1 With Covid-19, Recovered In 17 Days](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/adult-type-1-with-covid-19-recovered-in-17-days/9737)
**Author:** [@Richard157](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Richard157)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 9, 2020, 12:01am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/adult-type-1-with-covid-19-recovered-in-17-days/9737 "2020-05-09T00:01:54Z")
I found the following report on diabetesdaily.com. A young woman with Type 1 for 30 years contacted Covid-19 and recovered after 17 days. This is an excellent day-by-day account of what she experienced, and how she recov… --- ## [LOOP: I want an iPhone SE 2020 see inside](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/loop-i-want-an-iphone-se-2020-see-inside/9734)
**Author:** [@bpollina](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bpollina)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2020, 2:20am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/loop-i-want-an-iphone-se-2020-see-inside/9734 "2020-05-08T02:20:49Z")
So it’s been about a year since I started looping and thoroughly am enjoying it. I’m currently using an iPhone 6s and loop has been updated since then. I really want to get an iPhone SE 2020 and do the udate to the late… --- ## ["Miracle" Noodles?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/miracle-noodles/3529)
**Author:** [@TravelingOn](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TravelingOn)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2020, 3:10pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/miracle-noodles/3529 "2020-05-05T15:10:11Z")
I’m wondering if anyone’s tried these? I know many folks are not low carb, but I’m looking for items that are low carb and gluten free for an upcoming backpacking trip (I’ve had bad GI luck with the prepackaged stuff an… --- ## [Mug Cakes!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mug-cakes/1994)
**Author:** [@Pianoplayer7008](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Pianoplayer7008)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2020, 4:54am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/mug-cakes/1994 "2020-05-05T04:54:29Z")
I’m a little obsessed with mug cakes right now. I don’t need the temptation of an entire cake sitting in the kitchen, so it’s nice to be able to make a single serving as an occasional treat, which I felt like I needed du… --- ## [DKA with NO lack of insulin](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dka-with-no-lack-of-insulin/6246)
**Author:** [@Israel](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Israel)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2020, 2:37am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dka-with-no-lack-of-insulin/6246 "2020-05-05T02:37:39Z")
I’ve read about people going to the Hospital with DKA, for not having any insulin injections (like myself but I was misdiagnosed type 2 then…) but many of those people say they do had their injections and still got into… --- ## [Running a marathon! :D](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/running-a-marathon-d/8963)
**Author:** [@LarissaW](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/LarissaW)\ **Replies:** 163\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2020, 11:47pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/running-a-marathon-d/8963 "2020-05-04T23:47:49Z")
Ok, I’m not really sure how to start this! But some of you may remember that I ran a half marathon not too long ago! And that was incredibly hard, but also incredibly fulfilling. So I figured I’m halfway there, and now i… --- ## [Only in Belgium: eat more frites (fries) to help the economy!](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/only-in-belgium-eat-more-frites-fries-to-help-the-economy/9731)
**Author:** [@CatLady](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/CatLady)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2020, 5:36pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/only-in-belgium-eat-more-frites-fries-to-help-the-economy/9731 "2020-05-04T17:36:38Z")
I am sure the big dab of freshly-made mayo slows absorption! :crazy\_face: --- ## [Going from moderate carb diet to paleo(ish)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/going-from-moderate-carb-diet-to-paleo-ish/7471)
**Author:** [@LarissaW](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/LarissaW)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2020, 11:53pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/going-from-moderate-carb-diet-to-paleo-ish/7471 "2020-05-03T23:53:34Z")
I’ve decided to trial out switching up what I eat on a daily basis with the hopes of easier diabetes management. Currently, I would say that I eat moderate carbs (80-140g/day, depending on the day) with no restrictions.… --- ## [Nuretin (DHA and EPA softgel supplements for possibly (?) lowering risk of retinopathy)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/nuretin-dha-and-epa-softgel-supplements-for-possibly-lowering-risk-of-retinopathy/7660)
**Author:** [@LarissaW](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/LarissaW)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2020, 11:45pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/nuretin-dha-and-epa-softgel-supplements-for-possibly-lowering-risk-of-retinopathy/7660 "2020-05-03T23:45:58Z")
At my most recent appointment with my ophthalmologist, she recommended I start taking Nuretin for lowering my risk of developing retinopathy. I didn’t see any FUD threads on it, so I figured I’d start one. As she’d exp… --- ## [News from the Dexcom Q1 2020 conference call](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/news-from-the-dexcom-q1-2020-conference-call/9711)
**Author:** [@bkh](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bkh)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2020, 8:29pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/news-from-the-dexcom-q1-2020-conference-call/9711 "2020-05-03T20:29:41Z")
The Dexcom Q1 2020 conference call was held 4/28/20, and a transcript is available at https://seekingalpha.com/article/4340791-dexcoms-dxcm-ceo-kevin-sayer-on-q1-2020-results-earnings-call-transcript There were two item… --- ## [\[FIRSTS\] - First full change-out (POD and CGM) w/o waking Liam up (05022020)](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/firsts-first-full-change-out-pod-and-cgm-w-o-waking-liam-up-05022020/9723)
**Author:** [@ClaudnDaye](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/ClaudnDaye)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2020, 7:17pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/firsts-first-full-change-out-pod-and-cgm-w-o-waking-liam-up-05022020/9723 "2020-05-02T19:17:53Z")
I guess he was just especially tired this morning but usually when I change out Bob (CGM) and Fred (POD) when he’s asleep, he wakes up. Usually the POD shot is what wakes him up. I’ve never even tried changing Bob out … --- ## [LOOP release v2.2 and bolusing](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/loop-release-v2-2-and-bolusing/9724)
**Author:** [@bkh](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/bkh)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2020, 7:02pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/loop-release-v2-2-and-bolusing/9724 "2020-05-02T19:02:03Z")
One feature I liked in LOOP was the streamlined bolus entry. If I wanted 2u of insulin, I could just tap the bolus button, tap the number 2, and tap the deliver button. The FaceID check prevented butt-dialing an accide… --- ## [Dexcom direct to Apple Watch](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-direct-to-apple-watch/2061)
**Author:** [@Thomas](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Thomas)\ **Replies:** 81\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2020, 5:43pm UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/dexcom-direct-to-apple-watch/2061 "2020-05-02T17:43:00Z")
For us the gist is Dexcom Transmitter direct to Apple Watch. Nothing needed in the middle. Benefit? During exercise cgm data on wrist without needing iPhone. I am planning to give it a whirl this afternoon. If the … --- ## [Baking your own low-carb bread](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/baking-your-own-low-carb-bread/3050)
**Author:** [@Jen](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jen)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2020, 4:19am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/baking-your-own-low-carb-bread/3050 "2020-05-02T04:19:49Z")
Am I the only one that makes my own bread? Everyone seems so amazed that I do it, especially when they find out it’s in an oven and not a bread maker. With an hour in the kitchen each month I can make four loaves which l… --- ## [Anyone else have Rheumatoid arthritis?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/anyone-else-have-rheumatoid-arthritis/9204)
**Author:** [@Jan](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/Jan)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 3:00am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/anyone-else-have-rheumatoid-arthritis/9204 "2020-05-01T03:00:55Z")
I’m T1D, have hypothyroidism, and rheumatoid arthritis. The one that is currently giving me the most trouble is RA. I’m interested in anyone else’s experiences with RA. --- ## [Sure-T backlog?](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sure-t-backlog/9690)
**Author:** [@TiaG](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/u/TiaG)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2020, 1:01am UTC](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/t/sure-t-backlog/9690 "2020-05-01T01:01:13Z")
We’ve been trying to reorder Samson’s Sure-T infusion sets (for Medtronic) for a few months, and every time we submit the order CVS Caremark cancels it and says they’re on backorder. They don’t know when the backorder wi… [Previous page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=85) [Next page](https://forum.fudiabetes.org/latest.md?page=87)