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On Fri Dec 29 14:31:48 2006 Julie () said:
Thank you, Sam. And thank you for
all your wonderful advice. May you have great year.
On Fri Dec 29 10:51:30 2006 Sam () said:
Happy New Year to all! Stay away
from too much carbs, and eat fiber. Walk a lot, love your
family/friends/pets..and take care of all yourselves. Peace, Sam.
On Tue Dec 26 17:52:32 2006 () said:
To Mike You have been a white male for
a month or so?
On Tue Dec 26 15:55:40 2006 () said:
If you read the inserts on most blood
glucose testers, they will advise you that the readings are accurate within a
certain percentage (10 - 15%). There are also several factors that can cause
accuracy problems with these tests. Be sure your meter is properly coded for the
test strip (if this is required). Avoid storing test strips in humid areas (such
as a bathroom). If you clean the test area with alcohol, wait for it to
completely dry before using the lancet. ALWAYS use a new lancet for every test.
Make sure to rinse off all soap and make sure the test area is dry. Most meters
include some test solution you can use to verify the accuracy of the meter. Make
sure your batteries are fresh; replace the meter annually or especially if you
drop it.
On Mon Dec 25 20:54:11 2006 () said:
You won't find two machines that will
give you the same reading. Some check differently than others. I also use the
one touch ultra. I called to the hospital and different places and this is the
one the recommended to me. It's fast and easy to use. And you can get good
support from the company if you need it. One way to check how accuerate it is,
is to take it to the dr with you, have them take a blood test and at the same
time take one on your machine. They should be pretty close. When I took mine in
there was 10 points difference.
On Mon Dec 25 19:18:59 2006 Julie () said:
I use the OneTouch Ultra. I
really like it but I don't know how it compares to others.
On Sun Dec 24 16:35:21 2006 mike () said:
hi, I have been a diabete now
(type 2) and I am a white male 35 for a month or so.I was wondering if anyone
could tell me what the best testing meter was on the market? witch one is the
most accuerate, ect. I have bought three now and they are never the same.
On Fri Dec 22 15:20:05 2006 () said:
hiya
On Fri Dec 22 08:14:23 2006 () said:
hey
On Fri Dec 22 08:13:36 2006 trisha (bambalicious_123@hotmail.com) said:
diabetics is a serious thang keep it under control :)
On Thu Dec 21 20:29:53 2006 Sam () said:
At the Mayo Clinic, during the week
I spent there in the Diabetes unit (since defunct), I was told by my
Endocrinologist that whatever works for YOU...to keep in control for SELF is
good. The A1c tells. If Neil's 1 shot every 2 hrs works, great. I just cannot
understand how he sleeps for a night. The pump keeps me o.k. but I try other
things periodically. I just need sleep. The pump keeps going, overnight. They
say I am too old for a Beta cell transplant.
On Thu Dec 21 06:12:23 2006 () said:
I also believe everyone is entitled to
their opinions, including Neil. However, I believe Neil crossed the line when he
began stating his opinion as medical fact. Not every diabetic needs to inject
insulin, especially every 2 hours. Not every diabetic needs to lift weights 5x a
week for exercise. It's wonderful that this works for Neil. However, it doesn't
mean it works for everyone. Sharing opinions is great. Practicing medicine
without a license isn't. And there are too many people who read things on the
Internet and then go do them without consulting a doctor. I just suggested Neil
include the disclsimer that appears on his website with his so-called "medical
advice."
On Wed Dec 20 20:19:15 2006 () said:
I believe everyone is entitled to his
or her opion. It doesn't matter if anyone else agree's or not. I find it
interesting reading to read what other people do or do not do for treatment.
Just because someone tells you to eat shit because it's good for you, doesn't
mean I or any one else is going to do it. I think you all came down pretty hard
on Neil and I think Neil needs to learn not to push so hard. People will do what
they want
On Wed Dec 20 16:40:30 2006 Neil () said:
I won't comment again because no
one here is interested in what I have to say. Have a nice day.
On Wed Dec 20 16:39:32 2006 Neil () said:
Physicians have told me that the
glucose levels need to be normal to prevent complications. This is not medical
advice, but what doctors have told me. Ask your particular physician if this is
true or not. Take take my word, but ask a medical professional. What I posted on
here before was a medical study.
On Wed Dec 20 09:42:38 2006 To Neil: () said:
You post the following
statement on your web site: "The above statements should not be taken as medical
advice, but my opinion notes this has helped me. Because everyone might have a
different set of physical and health issues, I suggest all plans should be
approved by a licensed physician." Maybe you should use the same disclaimer on
your posts here. It is very sound advice.
On Mon Dec 18 07:30:39 2006 () said:
Neil, maybe you need to READ instead of
REACT. You cause offense when you state your OPINIONS as FACTS. Unless you have
a medical degree and are a licensed physician, you have no business telling
people you do not know what they MUST or even SHOULD do for their health. Those
are individual decisions each person must make for himself or herself under the
advice and care of their personal physician. While there is some great
information on this site and others, I would never take action on it without
first discussing it thoroughly with my doctor. I appreciate your concern, but
what works for you obviously does not work for me.
On Sat Dec 16 15:12:17 2006 Neil () said:
I found this on this site, which
in my opinion, explains why type 2 diabetics eventually need insulin.
http://www.phlaunt.com/diabetes/14045678.php Since the American Diabetes
Association believes that a fasting blood sugar level of 100 mg/dl to 125 mg/dl
corresponds to a 2-hour glucose tolerance levels of 140 mg/dl to 199 mg/dl, this
suggests that patients whose post-meal blood sugars rise only to the
non-diabetic "impaired" level may be well on the way to losing as much as 40% of
their beta cell mass. It also suggests that people with abnormal glucose
tolerance who wish to avoid further beta cell loss should try to keep their
blood sugars under 140 mg/dl at all times. Butler AE, Janson J, Bonner-Weir S,
Ritzel R, Rizza RA, Butler PC. Beta-cell deficit and increased beta-cell
apoptosis in humans with type 2 diabetes. Diabetes. 2003;52:102-110. Beta Cells
Die Off in People Whose Fasting Blood Sugar is Over 110 mg/dl (6.1 mmol/L) An
intriguing study shows the severe organ damage experienced by people whose blood
sugar falls into a range most doctors consider to be near-normal. A team of
researchers autopsied the pancreases of deceased patients who were known to have
had fasting blood sugars that tested between 110 mg/dl and 125 mg/dl within two
years of their deaths. The researchers found that these patients, whose blood
sugar was not high enough for them to be diagnosed as diabetic, had already
lost, on average, 40% of their insulin-producing beta cells. Since the American
Diabetes Association believes that a fasting blood sugar level of 100 mg/dl to
125 mg/dl corresponds to a 2-hour glucose tolerance levels of 140 mg/dl to 199
mg/dl, this suggests that patients whose post-meal blood sugars rise only to the
non-diabetic "impaired" level may be well on the way to losing as much as 40% of
their beta cell mass. It also suggests that people with abnormal glucose
tolerance who wish to avoid further beta cell loss should try to keep their
blood sugars under 140 mg/dl at all times. These studies, some of which are not
cited in the AACE guidelines, make a cogent case that post-meal blood sugars of
140 mg/dl (7.8 mmol/L) and higher and fasting blood sugars over 100 mg/dl (5.6
mmol/L) cause permanent organ damage and cause diabetes to progress.
http://www.phlaunt.com/diabetes/14045678.php This is the reason I use short
acting insulin, take an injection every two hours most days and test every two
hours. I carry a needle filled with insulin and continuously give myself an
injection as needed. Often the injections are very small amounts. If I miss an
injection, my glucose rises to 250 to 300 within one to two hours. I also have
combined weight lifing daily. You can finds studies that indicate the A1c can be
improved through weight lifting, and children of diabetics may delay or prevent
diabetes some of these studies indicate. Insulin, in my opinion, works better.
As stated in the past, numerous relatives have diabetes, about 50 to 60 percent.
My children have recorded some high glucose levels, which I am having my doctor
monitor. My family history has nothing to do with obesity by a gentic factor. In
fact some family members with the disease are very skinny. To stay healthy,
glucose should stay normal. While some doctors will say a 6.5 is good control, I
don't agree. It simply needs to be normal as physicians have told me in the
past. Regardless of what anyone writes on this site, I only write these things
because I do care and diabetics don't need to die from this disease, in my
opinion. They do need to accept the disease and take action to stay healty, in
my opinion. Neil Kirk
On Fri Dec 15 23:28:11 2006 Neil () said:
Without question, some people do
well without insulin, but others do not. I don't question that the high glucose
level last year could have serious complications, but I certainly feel I must go
forward with the best treatment possible. I have managed to gain great control
with insulin and those who do not have good control may benefit from insulin.
Any one with out of control glucose levels should contact a physician and ask if
insulin may help. I have known so many who have died from this disease, and I
can not see why anyone would be offended when I state that insulin use may be a
huge benefit. I know a lot of diabetics resist the use of insulin. I have
doctors tell me that they have to counsel their patients. I would never have
resisted the use of insulin. With what I know now, I would have begged for
insulin 20 years ago.
On Fri Dec 15 07:06:35 2006 () said:
"All this from a beverage made from 19
fruits most of which are available at your local grocery store -- like the
BANANA!"
That was funny! I agree, I don't see how a bottle of fruit juice can
cure diabetes, cancer, and heart disease.
On Thu Dec 14 14:28:53 2006 () said:
WARNING: Be careful about the Monavie
juice products. Why? First, marketing experts are calling Monavie and its
company a "legalized scam" and another Internet pyramid scheme. Second, the
Monavie product contains 19 fruits which includes ordinary fruits such as
banana! The most significant fruit--acai--is so minimal in this formulation
since there are so many other fruits that the consumer would not benefit from
this juice product the real health-promoting power that the acai berry can
offer. Third, there are claims (see the last post) that this product will cure
anything and everything from acne to cancer, from diabetes to aging! If such a
miracle product truly worked, why is there no legitimate news source reporting
on all the people being cured of all disease by drinking some fruit juice?
Beware this Internet scam!!
On Thu Dec 14 13:32:32 2006 () said:
MonaVie -- yet another Internet health
scam and it finally found this site. Monavie is just a "legalized" pyramid scam.
Just Google "MonaVie" and you will find hundreds (maybe thousands) of web sites
offering the product for sale, most claiming to be "the only site that sells
real MonaVie." There are claims it will cure acne, reverse aging, repair joint
damage, and cure cancer, diabetes, heart disease -- almost any and every illness
or disease known to man. (If it is so amazing why isn't everyone drinking this
juice and getting miraculously cured?) All this from a beverage made from 19
fruits most of which are available at your local grocery store -- like the
BANANA! The web sites tout the special formulation which includes acai berries
available only in the Amazon rain forest. But realistically -- if a juice
contains 19 different fruits, how much of that is going to be acai berry? What a
joke!
On Thu Dec 14 13:04:52 2006 () said:
Have you guys heard of MonaVie? I have
seen and heard a lot of testimonies from people who had health problems
(diabetes, cancer, high blood pressure, high cholestrol, heart disease,
arthritis, etc) got better from drinking MonaVie. My grandma and my dad are one
of the living proofs that I've seen and heard from. I would recommend you guys
to try drinking MonaVie as well. MonaVie is made out of 19 fruits from Brazil,
South America. It is known to meet our body's needs.
On Wed Dec 13 14:09:09 2006 () said:
I wouldn't automatically assume the
worst about doctors. In some cases, unless you ask, they don't know what
information you may need/want. That's why it's always a good idea to make a list
of questions to ask before your next appointment.
On Wed Dec 13 14:06:34 2006 () said:
...sometimes the Doc doesn't know/care
enough to tell you.
On Tue Dec 12 08:26:23 2006 () said:
Thanks for your answer. It's funny the
things your doc won't tell you.
On Tue Dec 12 07:19:59 2006 () said:
Yes, the higher your A1c, the greater
the risk of complications from diabetes. While an A1c of 6.5 represents good
control, it still represents a higher than normal average glucose level in your
blood. The damage is less than someone with a higher A1c level, but damage can
still be done, especially to small blood vessels in sensitive areas -- like the
eyes or kidneys. Neuropathy (the numbness or tingling in fingers, hands, feet,
legs) can also occur. There are treatments for neuropathy.
On Tue Dec 12 05:58:24 2006 () said:
Speaking of A1C, is it possible to have
a good A1C, like 6.5, but still get complications? One thing I'm concerned about
is numbness and tingling in my fingers.
On Mon Dec 11 13:59:11 2006 What is a "normal" A1c? () said:
According to
most medical sources, normal hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) -- a measurement of the
average blood sugar levels over the past three months -- range from 4% to 6% in
a non-diabetic individual. For people with diabetes, good blood sugar control is
an HbA1c of LESS THAN 7%. OVER 8% is POOR control. Over 9% is a very important
sign of VERY POOR control and can lead to both short-term and long-term
complications. Most diabetics can, with diet, exercise and medication, achieve
and maintain an A1c of under 7%. Stating that a specific A1c, such as 5.9, is
"perfect" is nonsense and medically unproven. While an A1c of 5.9 is very good,
it is not the ultimate goal. Ultimately, diabetics should look to maintain a
regular A1c reading under 7%, of course the lower the better.
On Mon Dec 11 08:15:42 2006 . (.) said:
Neil: Don't fool yourself - - you
have not "reversed" early death. There is no guarantee on that front for ANYONE.
You have taken an approach that is certainly going to do you far more good than
harm, but you are foolish to believe that you have worked some sort of magic on
yourself. Complications of diabetes happen even in individuals who are well
controlled.
On Mon Dec 11 07:38:00 2006 () said:
Neil, I am only offended when you say
or imply that what you do to manage your health is what EVERYONE ELSE should do
also. I am a Type II diabetic and I don't need to inject insulin. My health is
managed quite well using prescription medication, diet and exercise. That works
for me, but I don't post on this chat that everyone should do what I do. What
works for me is what my doctor and I have discovered. That might not work for
anyone else. I test my blood sugar on my schedule, not someone else's. I eat
what works for me. I do exercises that work for me. I am glad you've found
something that works for YOU. But you need to understand that what works for you
is not a universal prescription for every other diabetic on this planet.
On Sat Dec 9 14:04:58 2006 NEIL () said:
Everyone has a unique set of
circumstances. Some still have a body that produces insulin. Others do not
produce any insulin. While everyone faces unique circumstances, one overall
factor remains -- A1c must be normal to prevent health issues, according to a
doctor at my church.
On Fri Dec 8 15:32:29 2006 Neil () said:
Its OK if you don't agree with me,
but the simple fact remains I have reversed problems when my doctor felt well
assured that my kidneys were failing. I bit the bullet one year ago. I made a
personal choice to take care of the issue. I feel healthier than I have in
years. I am filled with energy and the joy of life has returned. Yes, health
issues represent a personal choice, but those I know, who have passed away with
diabetes, did not just die. They suffered with great pain. I monitor my glucose
readings every hour. This has worked for me and in my opinion, this will work
for others. If a person is willing the check glucose levels often and inject
insulin when needed, then the diabetic can live as healthy as a non diabetic. So
I fail to see why someone would be upset with my comments. This works for me. I
know of one doctor who has told me that we need to keep the glucose levels in
the normal range to prevent complications. She says the 5.6 is perfect and few
diabetics accomplish this. My personal choice is to tell others about my
accomplishments, even if others do not want to hear or read about my successes.
I can tell by some comments that some people appear very offended that I even
mention my approach. I have small children to raise. As my doctor has told me, I
have a responsibility to take care of these children, and my treatment allows me
to take better care of those children and preserves my life longer. Remember,
one year ago the doctors did not think I was going to live another year.
Exercise, glucose monitoring and injections has reversed an early death.
On Thu Dec 7 11:32:13 2006 () said:
Neil, what you seem to be unable to
understand is that each individual has a personal CHOICE to make about their
health. How I choose to manage my health is no one else's business, especially
some unknown anonmymous person on an Internet message board. Encouragement is
fine, but dictates are not welcome. What works for you is great, but that
doesn't mean it will work for every other person who has diabetes. Each person
is unique and we all can decide for ourselves how we will live. Thanks!
On Wed Dec 6 12:44:33 2006 Sam. () said:
Yes...muscles burn glucose, even at
rest. I have learned not to eat much at dinnertime..low carbs, too. We are all
different...thanks, Neil for responding.
On Tue Dec 5 23:40:21 2006 Neil () said:
In the night I seem to be able to
last longer. I take a small amount when I go to sleep and if it starts to rise,
the change wakes me up. I then take another injection. In fact, I sense any
changes day or night. I almost always catch the rise before the glucose rises
too high. Usually around 125. And th4e response to the criticims about my neice
and my comments, diabetics must take responsbility. We need to quit kidding
ourselves. My niece is an example of what will happen if we do not address the
disease. Several family members have died in the past three years. Maybe some
don't like what I write, but if one person takes appropriate action to remain
healthy, I feel my comments have been successful. This is a disease that
requires personal responsibility and none of us have a right to end our lives
early just because we don't want to accept the action required to stay healthy.
I work hard at staying healthy -- not for myself -- but my chilren need me to
assist them into adulthood. Humalog works great for me and my personal belief it
will work for others if they will take the proper action. So what is wrong with
taking the opportunity to tell diabetics they need to take this seriously as my
niece has died. Three brother have this disease and they must take the propery
action to remain healthy. We as diabetics need to quit making excuses. I
stabalized my glucose levels by working out in the gym every night, and using
insulin. In the past year, I have gained a huge amount of muscle mass. Some
theorize the increase in muscle mass allows the body to make better use of
insulin.
On Tue Dec 5 11:59:30 2006 () said:
...looks like it.
On Mon Dec 4 08:34:29 2006 () said:
The only purpose of Neil's site is to
make money, not help people. Not that is sad.
On Mon Dec 4 07:53:58 2006 . (.) said:
How sad that instead of grieving for
a lost niece, you use her death to promote your website!
On Mon Dec 4 07:40:18 2006 () said:
Neil: There is very little useful
diabetes information on your site -- less than 1 page of "information." It
appears that the only reason you post here is to try to drive people to view
your site to increase the "hits" on your web page so you can charge more for
your ads. Very sad! If you consider it "normal" to do insulin injections every 2
hours, I'd hate to see "abnormal." If you need insulin that often, you must not
be doing the kind of exercise you claim you are or you are not eating what you
claim.
On Sun Dec 3 11:25:40 2006 Sam () said:
Neil: What do you do at night to
sleep? Just curious. It would be hard to inject Humalog every 2 hours at night,
or exercise. I tried Lantus, a 24 hour non-peaking insulin, for a basal insulin,
and it worked for awhile. I wear a pump now, but if there is another way, I'd
like to know. Thanks, "Sam".
On Sat Dec 2 17:22:00 2006 NEIL KIRK (sales@swibusdirectory.biz) said:
I
reviewed my article, and it does say to contact your physician about diabetic
treatment. I also suggest you ask your doctor if insulin might give you better
control and cheaper than pill therapy. I have had personal success with Insulin
injection combined with an exercise program. I see nothing misleading about
this. Insulin in fact may work better for some patients. I am an example. I
write these things because many family members have died from this disease. Last
night, my niece, a young woman, passed away in her sleep. She died from diabetic
complications. You can read information I post on my site. I have taken her
death as a time to post my method of treatment. I live a normal life by
injecting insulin about every two hours during the day. You can view my site at
http://www.swibusdirectory.biz
On Sat Dec 2 15:32:28 2006 Neil Kirk () said:
If you want to mail me a
check, I will remove some ads. http://www.swibusdirectory.biz
On Sat Dec 2 15:31:41 2006 Neil Kirk () said:
Ads pay for the site to be
possible. http://www.swibusdirectory.biz
On Sat Dec 2 15:29:41 2006 Neil (sales@swibusdirectory.biz) said:
This is
what I mean. I inject a shot of Humalog insulin every two hours while I am at my
work. Due to the inactivity of my job, I need insulin more often. My procedure
has returned my glucose readings to normal and have been for almost one year. I
monitor my glucose levels often, sometimes every two hours. If I see the glucose
start to climb, I inject insulin. I do not want to be back to previous levels as
once I hit an A1c of 11.5. Life was heading for the trash bin. I asked my doctor
for another type of insulin. He gave it to me and I figured out on my own that a
shot of Humalog every couple hours kept things normal. I quit using the long
acting as the Humalog on its own did the job. Every night after work, I lift
weights, I am pushing up to 380 pounds with the leg lifts. As my glucose has
stabalized with the weight lifting. What I mean -- my exercise program has
stopped the up and downs. What I mean is the diabetes has become very stable
with my treatment. People who use insulin pumps accomplish the same thing. I
just inject insulin my self. I tell people -- non diabetics -- I am on manual
operation while God has everyone else on automatic controls. I mean a non
diabetic has a pancrease that gives them the insulin he or she needs. If you
disagree send me an email. If you are a doctor, tell me why you think this is
incorrect. Neil Kirk
On Fri Dec 1 14:47:22 2006 mahdi H G (mmaahhddii2006@yahoo.com) said:
hi
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