I've been a Pepsi-holic for years.  Since getting the diagnosis
of metabolic syndrome, I realize I have to replace my beloved
Pepsi with something else.  But what?  I have never been able to
stand Diet Coke.  The after taste is gross to me.  Haven't tried

Okies,
30 years old, T1 for 5 years. Taking 30units of Lantus and Novorapid as
and when. 6'1" and 12.5 - 13 stones.
HbA1c   7.9

Just a short intro, as I've just added this group to my list.
I was officially diagnosed wiht T2 diabetes last week. This came after
the first symptoms of neuropathy three years ago and a series of clues
(diminished physical vigor, several small ailments, ED, etc.) until an

Hi all I am insulin dependent diabetic.
My wife and I like to travel on mini weekends.
One of the problems I encounter in hotels
and guest houses is ROCK HARD MATTRESSES.

I've been reading and learning in this group for some time now.  Most of my
questions have been covered by reading the posts of the knowledgeable
members of the group.  Thank you everyone for your unwitting help however I
wonder if anyone can help to explain a recent observation.

I got my latest hba1c result back and it was 6.0   Its hard for me to
believe it was that low.   I only take 1.25 mil of gyburide a day.   I
wake up with with Blood Sugar of around 180 every morning.   I was
extra careful with carb intake a few days before the test and am

Can I use supermarket cinnamon placed in gelatin capsules as a
substitute for the health store type?

I am 55 Yrs old and have T@2.
My BS increase after 30 mins. Treadmill exercise.
What to do about that.
Regards.

At the hospital where I work, we've had 2 meetings concerning bird flu. At
the one this morning they announced the results of a survey they had taken
by anonymous ballet. The question was "If bird flu mutates and becomes a
human pandemic, will you continue to work".

I'm an occasional lurker here : adult onset type 1 18 years ago. Been doing
okay with Humalog and Lantus.
Last night I forgot my lantus shot. I usually take 36 units and it works
pretty well. I forgot it only one or two other times in 18 years (including

Is there a brand of fish oil capsules that do not repeat on you after
taking?

I just got out of the hospital where I was being treated for
diverticulitis and the hospital dietician visited me and enquired
about my meals. I had just gotten off clear liquids and was -very-
hungry. I tested at 87 the morning before my first solid meal.  4

In the "I-shouldn't-do-it-but-it-happens" department:
Sometimes I'll end up going about 24 hours without eating -- usually
from about 3pm to about 1pm the next day.  (I will drink a bit during
that time, usually water.)

I've been reading and learning in this group for some time now.  Most of my
questions have been covered by reading the posts of the knowledgeable
members of the group.  Thank you everyone for your unwitting help however I
wonder if anyone can help to explain a recent observation.

I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in the middle of february. I've been
reading this NG for a while and have looked up a bit of stuff. I'm 33 years
old, (down to) 100 Kilos and until I was diagnosed ate a shocking diet.
I'm on 500mg Metformin twice, 5mg Ramipril, 75mg Asprin ...