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December 22, 2022
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Cgm, continuous glucose monitor like Freestyle Libre.
Fbg, fasting blood glucose number.
Fbs, fasting blood sugar number.
2 hour, 2 hours after beginning eating blood glucose number.
A1C, about a 90 day average, blood glucose number.
Net Carbs, the total carbs minus fiber.

1 Serving carbs, 15 carbs:
1 slice bread,
1/3 cup pasta,
1/3 cup rice,
1/3 cup potatoes

Hypo, hypoglycemic event, blood glucose 70(3.9) or less. Severe Hypos can lead to disorientation, coma, and death. To be avoided at all costs.

CKD, chronic kidney disease.
NAFLD, non alcoholic fatty liver disease.
Visceral fat, fat around the middle and in organs.
RA, Rhumatoid Arthritis,
DPN, diabetic peripheral neuropathy.

Any other questions. Just ask. Baby steps.

Never give up, never surrender, never ever.
You got this.
Have a wonderful day.

December 22, 2022

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