[Diabetes-Talk] new member

[Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter]

Hello and welcome to the list.

I was sighted for 22 years with type 1 diabetes, then became blind after an
illness. I've been totally blind for 16 years now. My husband and I are both
blind and live on our own. We have 2 little boys. In addition to my
diabetes, I also have a couple of other minor health concerns.

I love cooking and baking and do it on a regular basis, so if you have
questions about how to prepare food nonvisually, don't hesitate to ask. To
begin eating healthier, you don't necessarily have to cook all the time, but
start eating healthier foods like fresh fruits and veggies, Greek yogurt,
and if eating canned food, buy low sodium versions, which most brands
usually have. Drink lots of water, at least 64 ounces a day. Cooking
nonvisually isn't that difficult. Do you have specific meals you enjoy? I
can give you some simple recipes to begin with when you're ready.

I use a Prodigy Voice and like it, and I recently started using the Dexcom
CGM. There is also the Clever Choice meter that is accessible for blind
diabetics. You may want to ask your doctor about a CGM, because it's a
device that diabetics use that test your glucose levels without having to
poke your finger several times a day. For blind people, we access the
readings on the device through an app on a smart device like an iPhone.
Several of us on the list use a CGM, so if you have more questions, feel
free to ask.

I also use an insulin pump and have pretty much since I became blind.

Living nonvisually can be an adjustment, especially if you have health
concerns, but it can be done and done successfully. I'm sure you're
overwhelmed right now, but reaching out to this list is a great start to
begin networking with other blind people, learning tips and methods to
employ nonvisually. Feel free to ask any questions you have, and we will all
do our best to provide what answers we can.

Bridgit
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Subject: [Diabetes-Talk] new member

Hello my name is Ryan I am type two diabetes.
I have been blind sence age 5 I can see light colors and shadows.
I have a meter that talks but I have not mastered it yet I have a person
that comes three times a week and a nerse that comes one time a week.
I was on meds for my diabetes  but it was affecting my kidneys  witch are
getting bad.
I am trying not to bee sad all the time am I am on meds for that too but I
smoke cigs and eat a lot to help it.
Beening blind I am not good at making a good mille to eat that is not from
the freezer wich has a lot of salt or just grabbing the first thing I find.
Thank for any and all help and feel free to ask more if you want!

t
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