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Disposing Of Used Strips, Etc.
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Hello friends - how do you dispose of your used blood test strips and lancets? I had one of those red plastic biohazard boxes that is overflowing, so bought a new one from Walgreens. It says you can mail it back when full, but the fine print is that you get the mailing label separately (and no doubt pay for it) by going to a website. The box is smaller than the old one; I’ve found them hard to find - at least not at Walmart lately.

posted May 27
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Strips in the trash, use freestyle libre 2 now no lancets or strips. keep jug from sterile water for sharps in like insulin injection needles.

posted 6 days ago
What Is Good To Eat For Diabetics At Parties?
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posted May 27
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Thanks

posted 7 days ago
Lows
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Could someone tell me how low you should be before eating a snack? I heard 70 but not sure if that's correct. Thank you for any information 😊

posted May 27
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Thank you Graham 😊 that's what I'm trying to avoid not over eating if I'm like in the 80s cause i get nervous seeing it that low so i want to eat something

posted 7 days ago
Are There Any Significant Differences Between Ceylon Cinnamon And Cassia Cinnamon?
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posted May 27
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According to the research that looked at it's benefit as a traditional diabetes (treatment), yes there is - Cassia Cinnamon contains a toxin that is dangerous if you used it at "therapeutic" levels

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posted 7 days ago
Recently Blood Test Show Diabetes 2. I Am Taking A Pill. But I Am Not Checking My Sugar Level. Why Not ?
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posted May 27
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Here is the actual (instruction) to the doctors:

Regular self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) may help with self-management and medication adjustment, particularly in individuals taking insulin.

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posted 7 days ago
Metformin Causing Muscle Weakness And Joint Pain And Low Energy
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I was reading an article from Web M D and it mentions that the drug metformin can cause muscle wasting and joint problems also low energy levels. Can someone tell me if they are having these problem

posted May 26
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metformin is good for the longevity search about it and you find out,just play with the mg on the one you take it https://youtu.be/_ZSXgjgLfUw,i take metformin and a suplement call NAC,for other… read more

posted 4 days ago
Range For Diabetics
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Is the blood sugar range the same for all of us or is it individual?
How can I lose weight following blood sugar range?
Thank you for helping me.

posted May 25
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Your range should be set by your Doctor because it can be quite individual

There is some (national standards) for the average diabetic (if there is such a thing)

Generally the "range" is (Phone… read more

posted May 25
I Need To Find A New Endocrinologist At Baystate. Does Anyone Have A Recommendation?
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posted May 24
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How Is Everyone Doing? Remember, Self-care, Self Love Is Key To Success. U 1st Then The Rest Will Follow.
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posted May 23
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Blessed with another day!

posted May 23
Hi Guys And Girls, Can Anyone Please Tell Me The Effectiveness Of A CGM. I Am Interested In Getting One.
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posted May 23
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Hello HKC, you have made my decision much easier. Many thanks for not just the reply but for all your motivational messages. Thanks for being the Samurai in this battleπŸ™πŸΌπŸ‘ŒπŸΌ

posted May 26
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