[Diabetes-talk] So much for keeping traffic down on the list, huh? ; -)

Mon Aug 1 19:22:13 UTC 2016

They make two talking meters. The Prodigy and the Soluce (I may be spelling
that second one wrong). I prefer the Prodigy Voice. It's fully accessible
and is pretty accurate.

I test 6 to 8 times a day. I've been type one diabetic for 30 years, so it's
become a part of my routine. I've had my struggles and went through times
where I didn't manage things the way I should have, but now in my mid-30s,
I've learned that sh*# happens in life, and you either get on board or not.
And if not, in the case of diabetes, you end up with major health
complications or worse. I have a son and now another one on the way, and I
want to be around and healthy for them. I don't want major health
complications, which can happen no matter what, but when you don't take care
of your diabetes, they are a guarantee.

I also use an insulin pump. I have for about 12 years now. Personally, I
love it and feel my sugars are in the best control since being on a pump.
But you have to be serious about testing and carb counting when using a
pump. Well, you do no matter the form of insulin injection, but with a pump,
it seems if mismanaging, things can go south much quicker. A friend of mine
was recently taken off his pump because he has not been managing, and ended
up in hospital with DKA. He goes weeks without testing, and does not often
give insulin, causing him to be constantly high. It caught up to him.

BTW, diabetics don't usually have food restrictions, it's just about
portions and moderation. We can eat sugar and junk, just not every meal, and
maybe not a slice of pie the size of a plate or six candy bars, LOL! But
then again, no one should. And it's also about taking the correct
insulin/carb ratio, if insulin dependent. Personally, I avoid refined sugar
and wheat and grains, but that's more about other reasons than diabetes
alone. They just aren't great for anyone. But to have the occasional treat
or candy or baked good or fastfood item or whatever your likes are, it's
totally okay.

Everybody here is in it together. We live through the same things every day.
We all test and regulate with some method of treatment. We all determine
what should and should not be a part of our diet. We provide encouragement
and information and support.

Bridgit

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From: Diabetes-Talk [mailto:diabetes-talk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Estelnalissi via Diabetes-Talk
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To: Diabetes Talk for the Blind <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Estelnalissi <airadil at dslextreme.com>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] So much for keeping traffic down on the list,
huh? ; -)

Dear Everet,

I just shared good news about the click pens, only meant to encourage, not
humble anyone.

I rejoined the list because I need help myself. For example, when it comes
to talking glucometers I know nothing!!! I heard they aren't making them
anymore. And I'm seeing an endocrinologist for the first time. To comply
with his recommendations I should be sticking myself 8 times a day and so
far I've only managed to get it right one day. I don't like thinking about
it, much less doing it. I have such a long way to go!

I like your, "Strive on." I'm still striving to do my morning glucose check
and it's past noon.

Always with love,

Lissi

-----Original Message-----
From: Everett Gavel via Diabetes-Talk
Sent: Monday, August 01, 2016 9:07 AM
To: diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org
Cc: Everett Gavel
Subject: [Diabetes-talk] So much for keeping traffic down on the list, huh? 
;-)

Sigh. So much for keeping it offlist "just in case" it was old news, huh?
Sorry about that, folks. Ah well, being humbled now and then is a good
thing. ;-)

Strive On!
Everett

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Date: Sun, 31 Jul 2016 06:24:22 -0600
From: "Everett Gavel" <everett at everettgavel.com>
To: <diabetes-talk at nfbnet.org>
Cc: <MarianneRobbins2011 at comcast.net>
Subject: Re: [Diabetes-talk] Diabetes-Talk Digest, Vol 106, Issue
25Message-ID:
<002d01d1eb26$7830e550$6892aff0$@everettgavel.com>

Hello Marianne,

My name is Everett. I just read your inquiry about the Apple watch and
diabetes, on the Diabetes Talk list. I hope you don't mind, but I didn't
want to ask this on the list in case it was old news to everyone. I've been
away from the list for a while, but have recently been able to come back
into the mix. In that short time, too, my wife has now found out she's a
diabetic.

Marianne, my question was not about the Apple watch stuff, but about your
mention of taking both oral meds and insulin? I assume its insulin, since
you say injections, anyway.

I just wanted to make sure you know about the products out there for a blind
or low vision diabetic

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