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Eating too much sugar causes diabetes.

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Betty J replied to Jennifer Helen's discussion 'Eating too much sugar causes diabetes.'

Research has found that lifestyle and genetics is what causes Type 2 Diabetes. Type 1 is caused by the body's immune systems that's why Type 1 is referred to as an autoimmune disease.

August 27

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BD Giveaway

For those who are unemployed and on insulin injections here is a link to BD's giveaway of free syringes. http://netmail.verizon.net/webmail/driver?nimlet=deggetemail&fn=INBOX&page=1&degMid=893&folderSelected=INBOX&uidValidity=null&sfield=Num&sord...

August 26

Betty J replied to Adrian Moran's discussion 'Interesting Diabetes Website'

Another case of snake oil.

July 29

Betty J replied to Tim's discussion 'Anyone on here been on a DAFNE course?'

I just read your homepage sorry I thought you lived in USA. CDE = Certified Diabetes Educator, probably what you have is the equivalent.

June 26

Betty J replied to Tim's discussion 'Anyone on here been on a DAFNE course?'

From the little I read it sounds like what I learned years ago from my CDE.

June 26

William Michael Kemp and Betty J are now friends

June 18

Betty J is attending Gina's event

Diabetes and Depression Chat with Wendy Satin Rappaport at Diabetes Talkfest Chat Room

May 5, 2009 from 9pm to 10pm

The chat will be at 6pm pacific time 9pm eastern time I am Dr. Wendy Satin Rapaport and I have worked as a social worker and psychologist specializing in diabetes for twenty-eight years. That makes me old, a bit wise, and very appreciative of my ...

May 1

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What type are you? Or you can write that you have a friend or relative with diabetes.

I live in Philly, I am Type 1 and have been for 48 years. Have been a pumper for 8 years and love it. It's almost like having a Pancreas.

What is your blood sugar right now?

not sure because I just had lunch

What was your funniest diabetic moment? If you never had a low, tell us something funny that happend to you.

at the moment can't recall any funny moments. After so many years they kind of all mesh.

We love networking at DTF put your website address here.

http://diabetestalkfest.ning.com/profile/bjkiah1

What is your favorite snack to treat a low?

pretzels and Nips candy

What kind of treatment are you on?

Insulin pump

How did you find us?

Scott who use to chat at Diabetes Station told me about your site.

Strange

This afternoon I had the strangest thing happen after eating lunch. In all of my 48 years, living with D I don't remember this ever happening. I had eaten lumch, which consisted of a large green salad with some chicken, tomatoes, cucumbers and salad dressing (the real kind of dressing). I also had a half an apple. When I finished I watched tv, thinking I would wait an hour and test to make sure my bg was within safe range before leaving for some errands.

When the hour came to test I felt somewhat strange. I tested and bg was 79 so I took 12 gms of glucose. I tested 30 minutes later and bg was only 81. The 12gms of glucose should have increased my bg more then 2 points. Then I started to feel even stranger. I was looking at tv and the screen looked purple. I dozed off for a few minutes and when I opened my eyes the screen was still purple plus the room seemed darketr and I felt drained. It got to the point that I couldn't move and I didn't try. Several hours laster I continued to feel that way I stayed on the sofa for hours before my eye sight returned to normal.

When I was finally able to move I felt like I had a seriously low incidence of low bg. That type of feeling that leaves you shaky and moving slow. I don't know if anyone has had that type of experience but would like to hear from anyone who has.

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Drug Firm's Bitter Pill

In my local paper today there is an article regarding Eli Lilly and how they have taken liberties with claims on a drug that they manufacture. Although people are always looking for miracle drugs they have to remember THERE ARE NONE! This is a link to an article and how many billions of dollars they have to pay. This is not the first time that a pharmacuital company has misrepresented their product, read the article and form your own opinion.

http://www.philly.com/dailynews/local/20090116_Drug_… Continue

Posted on January 16, 2009 at 9:18pm —

Glucose Monitor

I don't know if anyone has an extra supply of monitors but I do. I've gotten them for free at pharmacies that have promotional gatherings to introduce their products. Sometimes I've used them and sometimes not eventually they accumulate. I know there are people who could use a machine but don't know where to send them. At times I've run across websites that ask for supplies but it's been a while and I can't remember what sites they are.

Posted on January 10, 2009 at 9:48pm —

MYSTERIOUS LEG PAINS

I've been seeing a Neurologist because of painful legs, that is not Neuropathy. This has been going on for a while. The doctor put me on Lyerica and it helps, sometimes. Now he has decided that further studies need to be done like a doppler test and special bloodwork. I'm wondering has anyone had this experience and what was the outcome? It's frustrating from day-to-day when I wake up I never know what the day will be like. Whether I'll be able to exercise; will I be able to shop; will I be able… Continue

Posted on December 26, 2007 at 9:34pm — 4 Comments

CAR KEYS

Had quite an adventure on Sunday. I went to the Supermarket with the intent of getting an electric knife. I have been wanting an electric knife for quite a while. I could have had one years ago but never just never bought one. Anyway, as I said I went to the market…I also got some tomatoes and lettuce. A

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Posted on October 29, 2007 at 6:15pm — 1 Comment

LIVING WITH FEAR

I’ve lived with fear since I was a teen and diagnosed with Diabetes. But I didn’t let fear rule my life. I knew from my almost month stay in the hospital that what I had was serious. I knew from the moment I came out of my coma. My first act to show my Diabetes that I wasn’t going to let it limit me was to walk home from the hospital. It was quite a distance, not sure, of how far it was from where I lived.

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Posted on September 30, 2007 at 6:03pm — 1 Comment

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At 9:29pm on December 5, 2008, Michelle said…: Thanks for the warm welcome betty! <3

At 3:44pm on November 9, 2008, susan iberri said…: Hi Betty! How are you? I missed you. I haven't been on for awhile. I am on Facebook.
Love,
Susan

At 7:10pm on August 22, 2008, susan iberri said…: Yes we do! I looked up Spinal Stenosis, and it seems to cause pain in the legs. I hope the pain is not too severe. What is an alternative to surgery? What can you do? I can relate. Quinine Sulfate was pulled off the market, and it is what I take for leg cramps. There is no other medication to relieve these symptoms.
Love,
Susan

At 10:48pm on August 21, 2008, susan iberri said…: Please let me know when the surgery is! I will keep you in my prayers.

At 5:30pm on August 21, 2008, susan iberri said…: Hi Betty! I'm back from Thailand, visiting my daughter, and it was a wonderful vacation! I even took a Thai cooking class! Judah celebrated his 1st birthday in our home! Life is good. How are you and your family?
Love,
susan

At 8:21pm on July 16, 2008, Sara said…: Thanks for the add Betty, hope all is well :) take it easy!

At 12:28pm on June 19, 2008, Shell said…: I am a 35yr old Female with Type1 and I also am a mum of 2 children that also are 'Diabetic.
I hope to hear from you.
Take care
Michelle XxXi>

At 11:23pm on June 18, 2008, Karl said…: Hi Betty, I really enjoyed chatting with you. I hope you have a wonderful summer and get to talk with you again. Hugs and God Bless, Karl

At 11:02pm on June 7, 2008, susan iberri said…: Were you able to scroll down and see the videos of our baby laughing? I have never seen a baby who laughs so hard! We are captivated by him! (And he is very edible)

At 10:34pm on June 7, 2008, susan iberri said…: http://www.thewalkersadventures.blogspot.com/ Hi Betty! Take a look at our Judah! I will have fun in Thailand, no matter what! Thanks!
Susan