1. I want a Bg meter bag that doesn't drop the meter on my toe every time I
open it up.
2. I want a 'Pez' like strip despenser that gives me one to load when I
want one.

                     -= Exported from BigOven =-
                   LoCal "Zero Points" Diet Soup
Low in calories and fat, high in fiber and flavor; this dish is great when
you are dieting. It can be served hot as a soup or cold like gazpacho.

I´ve been here a couple of times, making questions and some how letting out
my frustrations.
Well After 5 years as Diabetic, Finally my daily readings hit the 400 and
above.

Looks like I will finally be moving over to Vancouver Washington near
Portland oregon.
My question is now, I want to make sure that I'm making the right
decision about the doctor I have chosen (GP) and endocrinologuist.

G'day G'day Folks,
In numerous posts I've pointed out the value of deep green vegetables
and orange peppers as a source of zeaxanthin, the crucial orange
substance protecting the most vital part of the retina in the eye

WARNING:  increasingly rantish toward the bottom
1.  I was scolded for removing the CGMS "early" even though I was told
it could come off any time after 48 hours had passed.  The fact that I
have a nice case of (spreading) hives under the stickums didn't seem

    Today, I arrived at my Mom's and the Lady that lives next door was
doing her daily walk around her driveway. I waved and when she returned
my wave, I could see that she was agitated. Long story short, this
seventy-something Lady had been told she was a diabetic at her latest

I searched Google and could not find what I am looking for.
Please if any of you know the links to the medication companies that offer
help to low income - no income families I could sure use them.
I appreciate any and all help. I have seen them throughout my time here in

Joslin Experts Offer Tips For Living Well With Diabetes
Six Tests Help People Manage Their Diabetes and Prevent Complications
BOSTON-November 1, 2005-Diabetes affects an estimated 20.8 million children
and adults in the United States - 7 percent of the population.  An estimated

I don't know if you guys remember but about three or so years ago My
optometrist found the start of cataracts. Well in July he told me that the
left one was big enough to be removed. It has gotten where it is hard for me
to see clearly in bright light...like outdoor daylight....I ...

The full article is available on the "diabetes care" journal page:
http://care.diabetesjournals.org/cgi/content/full/28/9/2289
It is intresting to note that "metabolic syndrome" is on of the standard
section headings they use in this journal and the current edition has

Where can I get Freestyle strips at a better price than Wal-Mart? It has
been my experience so far that the best place is eBay, but I am wondering if
there are any other places that are just as good or better. God, the cost of
these things would eat me alive were it not for eBay ...

Which is the best chemist to use to be tested for diabetes?
I'm based in west yorkshire and have been told Lolyds the chemist would be a
good choice , but i'm also wondering , what the test involves? i guess its
just a urine sample , but would like to know more....

Has any one heard of or had experience of this product DIABETICINET.
please can you let me know if you had and what effect it had if any
Drew

Several people recently have asked about experiences with Symlin.  The
following is reproduced from the San Diego Pumper's Club newsletter.  
I missed the meeting.  Note these are somebody's notes from an
informal meeting.