Low Blood sugar
Good morning everyone,
Just wondering if anyone esle is having low blood sugar issues.. I have been having them. I am going today to get test strips for Contour tester..my sister in law gave me one of hers..
Does anyone know what the best on is to get. I go for complete blood work may..I will be able to have month of taking my sugar before I see doc..
Hate it when it happen makes me feel like crap..weak, tired,hungry been trying to eat every couple of hours. I keep hard candy on me and peanut butter crackers..
Have great day
Just wondering if anyone esle is having low blood sugar issues.. I have been having them. I am going today to get test strips for Contour tester..my sister in law gave me one of hers..
Does anyone know what the best on is to get. I go for complete blood work may..I will be able to have month of taking my sugar before I see doc..
Hate it when it happen makes me feel like crap..weak, tired,hungry been trying to eat every couple of hours. I keep hard candy on me and peanut butter crackers..
Have great day
Before sugery 230 - Day of Surgery 221.6 - Current Weight 140
The advice I was given was to make sure I had frequent snacks and to be sure they included some type of protein. Also, I was told to stay away from those "bad" carbs as they cause a spike in your blood sugar and then, by the time the insulin reaches your gut, the food is gone and it makes your blood sugar drop. I've been doing better since adding a protein snack in the evening.
I use the One Touch Ultra Mini glucose meter because I got it for free online. My test strips are covered by my insurance because my doctor wanted me to check my blood sugars to see what they were doing. You should probably bring your meter in to the pharmacy with you so the pharmacy tech can help you choose the right strips for your meter.
Good luck! Low blood sugars really stink, but it can be managed.
Ruth
I use the One Touch Ultra Mini glucose meter because I got it for free online. My test strips are covered by my insurance because my doctor wanted me to check my blood sugars to see what they were doing. You should probably bring your meter in to the pharmacy with you so the pharmacy tech can help you choose the right strips for your meter.
Good luck! Low blood sugars really stink, but it can be managed.
Ruth
Ruth 
"It's never to late to LIVE HAPPILY EVER AFTER!"
I am also hypoglycemic. It sucks when it happens. Feels like it takes all day to get back to normal. I make sure to keep protein snacks with me and avoid high sugar carbs. Cheese sticks are good, protein bars, etc. Try to eat every 2 hours. I find that helps too. Good luck. I also have protein before I work out. It keeps me from getting weak and dizzy.
Lisa
Highest-232.5 Surgery Day 2/18/08 - 215 Today-197 Goal-150
Sadly gained after 2 years out! Working hard to get it off! Goal 150 with tummy tuck and thigh lift to follow!
Test strips are way expensive. I would suggest checking with the Pharmist for the cheapest ones covered by your insrance then ask your PCP to give you a RX for them. I got an RX for a meter I found cheap at the pharmacy and ended up still paying big bucks for the strips because I asked my PCP for that particular brand. (Ended up being 50 cents per test strip)
Weight includes 21 Pounds lost on 2 Week Pre-op Diet
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