Living with Diabetes

Had to go through a Security Checkpoint Today

We’ve got a federal building “around the corner”, that houses a major portion of the IRS. They have a really nice office where you can drag your tax stuff over to them and get help on an issue.

Since the OKC Federal Building got bombed, security is very tight in this building. And I carry a bag with me at all times that has at least 4 days worth of supplies. Pain in the shoulder, but hey, if I ever DO get seperated from home for some reason I’m prepared. Plus, it’s just easier to refill everything every 4 days.

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March 19, 2003

Diabetes Pilot Update

I have been logging voluntairly since I got the desktop version of the program. Kinda of weird, but whatever works.

Diabetes Pilot – Software for Palm PDA’s and Windows PC’s

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March 19, 2003

More on Exercise

Yahoo! News – Exercise Alone May Thwart Pre-Diabetic Syndrome

March 19, 2003

Protein isn’t bad for normal kidneys…

Of course, Bernstein limits protein, which Atkins doesn’t.

Yahoo! News – High Protein Intake Harms Ailing Kidneys

March 19, 2003

Spring Break – Day 5

YEAH! Managed another hour. Overdid it on the Natural Runner yesterday so I took it easy today and did 1 hour on the treadmill. Also did half hour with a personal trainer.

March 19, 2003

Key to Losing Weight and Keeping It Off

Funny thing is … that’s exactly what the Atkin’s Diet is about, but no one ever seems to get past the chapter on Induction.

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March 18, 2003

Baboon Behavior Offers Clues in Battle of the Bulge

This study suggests exercise more a key than diet.

Diabetes In Control Dot Com. The weekly newsletter for medical professionals in Diabetes care.

March 18, 2003

Breakfast Reduces Chances of Obesity and Diabetes

Interesting. I really wasn’t a breakfast eating myself ever.

Diabetes In Control Dot Com. The weekly newsletter for medical professionals in Diabetes care.

And the good news, is that my insulin schedule forces me to eat breakfast now.

March 18, 2003

Spring Break – Day 4

Did it again today! 1 hour of cardio.

If anyone doubts exercise helps, let me tell you what happened today.

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March 18, 2003

Yeah!

Blood sugar is back down and haven’t had to add any insulin. YEAH! I’ve had a bit of a stall and I give two reasons:

Atkins is almost right, and certainly Bernstein is Carbs DO count, but protein and fat counts too. Actually CALORIES count. Dr. Atkins has a good idea, but some of us don’t go into ketosis, and can keep eating lots of protein.

Bernstein’s (Diabetic Solutions), limits all three: carbs, protein and fat. I think that is best.

And the second reason?
INSULIN.

March 17, 2003

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