About LizzyLou
When I was diagnosed, close to 11 years ago, I was told “you are diabetic”, given a prescription for some medication, and told to wait for a nurse to come in and give me an insulin shot. When I picked up the prescription I was given a 10-page booklet telling me “All About How to Mange Diabetes”, and sent on my way. That was the extent of my “education”. (More ...)
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Disclaimer:I am not a doctor, I am a patient living with this disease. This blog is to share my experiences and anything I write is in no way intended to be taken as medical advice. Any information here is intended to complement the relationship with your doctor, not replace it.
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Knowledge Is Power
Monthly Archives: May 2012
Never Give Up!!!!!
We can always use more inspiration! Here’s some inspirational videos:
Spammers and Other Vermin
Not my usual picture, do you get the impression that I’m pissed?
Pre-diabetes – a Rant!
Yes folks, it’s time for Lizzy to have another hissy-fit. The subject today is the term “pre-diabetes” which in my estimation is like the term “being a little bit pregnant”!!! This term is used by the medical establishment much … Continue reading
Posted in Controlling the Numbers, Important Information
Tagged fantasy, pre-diabetes, prediabetes
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Glycemic Index
You hear a lot about the Glycemic Index these days, but how helpful is it for diabetics really. Some people swear by it, and some (like me) not so much. First let’s explain what it is: It was developed … Continue reading
Posted in Controlling the Numbers, Diet and Exercise
Tagged Glycemic Index, Glycemic Load, Insulin Index
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Carbs and Exercise
Exercise is an excellent way to lower glucose numbers with type-2, but many people find that their numbers are actually higher after exercise or they have lows several hours later. It helps to understand why, and to prepare for the … Continue reading
Posted in Controlling the Numbers, Diet and Exercise
Tagged carbs, exercise, glucose stores
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Drink Up!
Always make sure that you drink enough fluid. Dehydration is a danger for diabetics, especially when their numbers are high. When blood volume is low because of dehydration, the concentration of glucose increases. Not only does dehydration increase blood glucose … Continue reading
Posted in Controlling the Numbers
Tagged dehydration, glucose levels, ketoacidosis, thirst
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