Diabetes Type 2 Support Group
Type 2 Diabetes is a condition in which the body either does not produce enough insulin or does not make efficient use of it. Insulin is a hormone needed to convert food into glucose, a sugar that the body uses for energy. Without enough insulin, glucose can accumulate in the blood, and can cause serious health problems such as heart disease and strokes and organ damage...
I got a Bayer Contour TS meter free earlier this week for attending a diabetes nutrition class at a local supermarket. From what I can gather it's a really new monitor. I can't find very much online about the supplies for it. I found a few sites selling strips for it-$220+ for 50 strips. I really like the meter, it's very neat and really easy to use but I doubt Medicaid will pay for the strips since they are so expensive.
I was just wondering if anyone else had one and how they liked theirs.
I was just wondering if anyone else had one and how they liked theirs.
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
If you ever get to the other side of the state... we could meet:) (I've got 6 kids in tow though..just fair warning:) Iwish I could meet type 2 people for a support group around here. sigh....
Ask the Bayer Co. about the strips. Maybe they can give them to you or at a very low discount.
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