7 Diabetes Habits I Wish I'd Learned Sooner

Thanks for the tips. The biggest Habit I had to incorporate was accepting the fact that I had Diabetes... and it wasn't easy for me. but I did....

Doctors should be having this chat with every new diabetic. Thanks for posting, I have experienced all you talk about over the years.

Thanks for sharing. I started a Dexcom CGM about 6 months ago. What a game changer. I didn’t realize that my short acting insulin needed 30-45 minutes to activate before I started to eat.

Another great video. Thanks. I am a avid cyclist, riding 25-50 miles when I ride several times a week. I don't know how I could manager diabetes without the Dexcom. I found the faster and harder I ride the quicker my blood sugar drops and it stays down even while I consume carbs. But when I stop I get a spike. So I have learned to reduce carb intake near end of ride (last 15-20 minutes) and let blood sugar level start dropping to 80-100, then the spike is minimal. The one thing I always remind myself of is " the only thing consistent about diabetes is it is not consistent."

Thank you for your insights! I’m a 71 year old man diagnosed in 1992. My journey began when I found Dr. Richard K Bernstein’s book “Diabetes Solution” 7 years ago. I’ve followed both the LCHP lifestyle and his insulin regimen and now have an A1c of 5.5. I’m not as active as you, but wearing a CGM has given me insights as to what foods impact my BG as nothing before. My time in range is 88% now and this is great!

I just want to thank you for the work you do. I am not diabetic, but a migraine sufferer since age 10. It has been a difficult life with 20 severe migraines and cluster headaches on average per month (lots and lots of medication). I was lucky to be gifted a CGM by a friend, and what do you know, low blood sugar was the cause of my migraines. So, here I am on your sites learning the tricks to keep my blood sugar in check. Off I go for a dance party around my living room after my meal! Have a nice day, and thank you!

Thank you for taking the time to produce such wonderful content! My 3 year old son was just diagnosed with t1D over Easter weekend this year. His dad and I are not diabetic and have felt helpless. We grieve a normal childhood for him and fear the possible complications. Your channel gives us hope. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.❤

Sequence of the foods in a meal has a huge impact on glucose. Start with the protein and fat and leave the carbs for the end.

Thankyou for such great tips I'm the same I have my normal salads for lunch and I spike I never thought of giving insulin . So interesting

Great tips..thank you!!!

Good information 👍 thanks

another nice video thanks

Thank you for your channel! You have helped so many people! ♥♥♥

Good , we want you to be around a lot longer for more video's! Keep up the good work.

Always excellent information. The CGM is a game changer. I am so obsessed for a while but i have learned to cut myself a bit of slack and feeling so much better with life now

Splitting my long acting insulin into two doses helped drop my blood sugar average from 120s to around 100. Doing insulin injections about 30 minutes before meals helped lower spikes. Walking after every meal around 90 minutes after the injections. I set my high alarm as low as possible so I go walking while my blood sugar spike is small.

Love your attitude. There are so many people out there who have the answers. Often times they are Dr. So-n-So. Then you read or watch them and realize that they are selling something. I've become quite good at spotting them without clicking on them. You, on the other hand, are genuine. Thanks for that.

I have T1 and take injections after being on a pump for 20 years & experiencing poor absorption due to scar tissue. I’m currently taking Lispro and Tresiba ( short/ long acting insulins). I have been using the Dexcom G7 for 6 months. I have found that the Lispro becomes less potent at @ 10-14 days. With a new vial I must eat w/in 15 mins but from day 15-28, it takes 40 mins to affect my blood sugar. With Tresiba as well, from day 30-56 I need .5units more per day to get the same results. Also as the short acting insulin becomes less potent, I often need to take .5-1u extra to get me through the 4 hour lifespan of the injection that’s not necessary when the insulin is just opened. This has helped me tweak dosing and keep my sugars more stable.

Thank you for sharing this vedio I love u.. Watching from philippines❤

Hi. Thank you for the content. My son (18) was just diagnosed with Type 1 two weeks ago. Been a tough couple weeks, but we're doing better. Videos like yours are very reassuring, and helpful. Much appreciated.