Re: Another question.........

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In a message dated 10/21/2000 8:54:33 PM Pacific Daylight Time,

suprascr@... writes:

<< Hi, everyone. In the two weeks I have been reading all of your posts, I

have come to the conclusion, that I really need to start testing my bs.

Can you tell me where I can buy a testing machine? >>

Sheila I must have missed your original post, but didn't you get a machine

when you were diagnosed with diabetes? Testing is VERY important, especially

in the beginning to see how YOU react to certain foods. Your Dr. should

prescribe one for you so you can get it for free. If you do have to buy one,

they are always it seems like, practically giving them away for free, only

because we still need the strips and they can be quite expensive. That is

why I think you should check with your Dr. to see what you can get for free

first.

Glad to see that you will soon be reading Bernstein's book. Your 45 grams of

carbs in one meal is more than I have in my entire day!! = )

Meniowl@...

type2,dx7/99,low-carbs & water walking

(last A1c 5.3) Normal range 4.8-6.0

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Sheila,

You already have Rick Mendosa's web site for the glycemic index. He also has

excellent reviews of glucometers. Many times, you can find special offers where

they give you the glucometer when you buy the test strips. Among us there are

probably several favorites. You can get them at most any pharmacy. Wal-Mart

generally has pretty good prices on meters and test strips.

Teri

Another question.........

Hi, everyone. In the two weeks I have been reading all of your posts, I

have come to the conclusion, that I really need to start testing my bs.

Can you tell me where I can buy a testing machine?

Also, which one would you recommend? I saw one advertised, somewhere,

that allows you to test places other than your finger tip. I have a

problem with my left hand, as the result of carpal tunnel syndrome. I

had surgery two years ago, and have never regained feeling in my left

thumb, index finger, or middle finger. So, in effect, I only have use

of my ring and little finger on that hand. I was told I should not test

in the fingers without feeling. Has anyone any info about this testing

machine, that allows a test in the arm, or elsewhere?

Thanks,

Sheila

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> Hi, everyone. In the two weeks I have been reading all of your posts, I

> have come to the conclusion, that I really need to start testing my bs.

> Can you tell me where I can buy a testing machine?

Yes, Sheila, definitely you should! Glad you came to the right decision :-)

Vaculance is the " finger sticker " that allows you to stick other places, and

folks say there's no pain. Some of the following websites might have a

special going on a blood glucose meter, as it's the test strips that are

expensive. I have a Lifescan OneTouch, which works fine, but there are

newer ones that don't require as much blood - some just a drop. There

should be links on the website for this list to different meter

manufacturers, and Rick Mendosa does meter reviews. Check his website at

www.mendosa.com. I buy my test strips at either

http://www.diabeticpromotions.com/ or www.hocks.com I search both of these

and see what's on special. I can usually get at least $10 off a box of 100

strips, and Hocks has free shipping, if I buy 2 boxes. They've been the

best price lately.

Most pharmacies, super markets and Walmart have meters, so you might go

check those out and read the boxes. There is one I got for $9.00 called In

Charge, which not only does your blood glucose, it also does a 2-3 week

average, called fructosamine, which can be tricky to test, as the meter is

so sensitive, but it gives me an idea of where my medium term bg average is.

Barb

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Premium Oldenburgs & sport ponies

http://www.RainbowFarm.com

Equine photography

http://www.RainbowFarm.com/photos.html

> Also, which one would you recommend? ... I was told I should not test

> in the fingers without feeling. Has anyone any info about this testing

> machine, that allows a test in the arm, or elsewhere?

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suprascr wrote:

>

> Hi, everyone. In the two weeks I have been reading all of your posts, I

> have come to the conclusion, that I really need to start testing my bs.

> Can you tell me where I can buy a testing machine?

>

How about a meter for free (one of the best):

Subject:

Free Lifescan Meter Offer

Date:

Sun, 8 Oct 2000 21:56:30 EDT

From:

McGiboney@...

To:

undisclosed-recipients:;

Hello,

A few months ago I mailed you a free blood glucose meter courtesy of

Lifescan. I hope that it has been of use to you in helping to control

and

understand your diabetes.

I am pleased to announce that I am now able to offer the same

opportunity

again. Lifescan has given me additional coupons for these free meters

to

those in need. Since you have already received a free meter, I thought

that

you might be willing to help spread the word about the offer. I ask

that you

tell just one person about the availability of the free meter so that

others

can be given the same opportunity as yourself. If you could please let

just

one person know, you would forever have my gratitude. Please help me

tell

people with diabetes about how easy it is to get a blood glucose meter

that

can truly help people better understand their diabetes. If you are

willing to

do so, please have them e-mail me or have them visit my recently

completed

website: www.mcgiboney.com. A request can be given by e-mail or on the

website. I thank you in advance for your help.

I hope the very best for you,

Dana G. McGiboney, R.Ph.

mcgiboney.com

Simply send him your address and ask for a FastTake meter and he'll send

it. I don't think results are as good filling out the form on the web

site. I, and several friends have received them.

> Also, which one would you recommend? I saw one advertised, somewhere,

> that allows you to test places other than your finger tip. I have a

> problem with my left hand, as the result of carpal tunnel syndrome. I

> had surgery two years ago, and have never regained feeling in my left

> thumb, index finger, or middle finger. So, in effect, I only have use

> of my ring and little finger on that hand. I was told I should not test

> in the fingers without feeling. Has anyone any info about this testing

> machine, that allows a test in the arm, or elsewhere?

Sounds to me that it would be the perfect place to test. Test the side

of the fingers, not the tip or pads. Some use a vaculance ($25.), but

it's really not that big a deal to test with your fingers.

--

Dave -- Sunday, October 22, 2000

t2 8/98 Glucophage

ICQ 10312009

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DavOr's daily aphorism:

Some People, like Flowers, Give Pleasure Just by Being.

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Hi, Sheila...I read this after I posted a response to an earlier post of

yours where I begged you to get a meter. Glad you decided to get one. I use

Lifescan SureStep. It's the only meter I've ever used and I've been quite

pleased with it. BTW, although I have no problems with sensation in my

fingers, I test only on my third, four and fifth fingers of each hand. I

alternate hands each week. I test up to ten times a day right now. I also

find the lance holder with a dial adjustment for depth of poke less painful

than some other lance devices. I set it at the lightest touch, which is 1.

They cost about $13- $15 and are well worth it if you poke a lot as I do. I

change the actual lance needle daily of course. Vicki

In a message dated 00-10-21 23:54:39 EDT, you write:

<<

Hi, everyone. In the two weeks I have been reading all of your posts, I

have come to the conclusion, that I really need to start testing my bs.

Can you tell me where I can buy a testing machine?

Also, which one would you recommend? I saw one advertised, somewhere,

that allows you to test places other than your finger tip. I have a

problem with my left hand, as the result of carpal tunnel syndrome. I

had surgery two years ago, and have never regained feeling in my left

thumb, index finger, or middle finger. So, in effect, I only have use

of my ring and little finger on that hand. I was told I should not test

in the fingers without feeling. Has anyone any info about this testing

machine, that allows a test in the arm, or elsewhere?

>>

[Guest guest]

Thanks, for this, too, Teri. I am a military widow, and have base

privileges. Tomorrow is my day for a trip to the base. I will go into

the hospital and ask what they have. Will also check the Base

Exchange. I think I will be losing weight just from doing the footwork!

Yesterday, I cleaned out a lot of high carb things, including TV

dinners! Sent lots of frozen, Weight Watcher deserts home with the

women who clean house for me every other week! They were happy~!

Last night I felt hunger and a bit light headed. So, I opened a bag of

walnuts. What a great surprise to find there is only 1 gr of carb in

1/4 C of walnuts! Had a tablespoon of peanut butter with it, and was

satisfied. I am enjoying all of the discussion about nuts, on this

list! I've added Macadamia nuts, to my grocery list for tomorrow!

Sheila {:-D

Sheila {:-D

Teri wrote:

> Sheila,

>

> You already have Rick Mendosa's web site for the glycemic index. He

> also has excellent reviews of glucometers. Many times, you can find

> special offers where they give you the glucometer when you buy the

> test strips. Among us there are probably several favorites. You can

> get them at most any pharmacy. Wal-Mart generally has pretty good

> prices on meters and test strips.

>

> Teri

> Another question.........

>

>

> Hi, everyone. In the two weeks I have been reading all of your

> posts, I

> have come to the conclusion, that I really need to start testing my

> bs.

> Can you tell me where I can buy a testing machine?

>

> Also, which one would you recommend? I saw one advertised,

> somewhere,

> that allows you to test places other than your finger tip. I have a

>

> problem with my left hand, as the result of carpal tunnel syndrome.

> I

> had surgery two years ago, and have never regained feeling in my

> left

> thumb, index finger, or middle finger. So, in effect, I only have

> use

> of my ring and little finger on that hand. I was told I should not

> test

> in the fingers without feeling. Has anyone any info about this

> testing

> machine, that allows a test in the arm, or elsewhere?

>

> Thanks,

> Sheila

>

>

> eGroups Sponsor

>

>

> Public website for Diabetes International:

> http://www.msteri.com/diabetes-info/diabetes_int

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Thanks, Barb. More, good info. I appreciate it. Looks as if I have

some comparison shopping to do! I placed an order with the Low Carb

connoisseur, last week, for items all of you talk about.

Thanks, too for the vaculance name.

Sheila {:-D

Rainbow Farm wrote:

> > Hi, everyone. In the two weeks I have been reading all of your

> posts, I

> > have come to the conclusion, that I really need to start testing my

> bs.

> > Can you tell me where I can buy a testing machine?

>

> Yes, Sheila, definitely you should! Glad you came to the right

> decision :-)

> Vaculance is the " finger sticker " that allows you to stick other

> places, and

> folks say there's no pain. Some of the following websites might have

> a

> special going on a blood glucose meter, as it's the test strips that

> are

> expensive. I have a Lifescan OneTouch, which works fine, but there

> are

> newer ones that don't require as much blood - some just a drop. There

>

> should be links on the website for this list to different meter

> manufacturers, and Rick Mendosa does meter reviews. Check his website

> at

> www.mendosa.com. I buy my test strips at either

> http://www.diabeticpromotions.com/ or www.hocks.com I search both of

> these

> and see what's on special. I can usually get at least $10 off a box

> of 100

> strips, and Hocks has free shipping, if I buy 2 boxes. They've been

> the

> best price lately.

>

> Most pharmacies, super markets and Walmart have meters, so you might

> go

> check those out and read the boxes. There is one I got for $9.00

> called In

> Charge, which not only does your blood glucose, it also does a 2-3

> week

> average, called fructosamine, which can be tricky to test, as the

> meter is

> so sensitive, but it gives me an idea of where my medium term bg

> average is.

>

> Barb

> --------

> Rainbow Farm Unltd.

> Premium Oldenburgs & sport ponies

> http://www.RainbowFarm.com

> Equine photography

> http://www.RainbowFarm.com/photos.html

> > Also, which one would you recommend? ... I was told I should not

> test

> > in the fingers without feeling. Has anyone any info about this

> testing

> > machine, that allows a test in the arm, or elsewhere?

>

>

>

> eGroups Sponsor

>

> Public website for Diabetes International:

> http://www.msteri.com/diabetes-info/diabetes_int

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Hi, Meniowl. Thanks for your input, too! I will welcome any and all

input I am offered.

> Glad to see that you will soon be reading Bernstein's book. Your 45

> grams of

> carbs in one meal is more than I have in my entire day!! = )

>

> Meniowl@...

>

I almost fell out of my chair when I read this! If you have the time,

would you send me some meal ideas, privately? They would be

appreciated, anytime you have some free time, and the energy to send

some.

Thanks!

Sheila {:-D