Any diabetics using the FB?

[llchevy56]

Wondering if there are any diabetics out there who are using the FB and working towards weight loss?  I'm insulin dependent and trying to lose weight but more importantly trying to regain my health and physical strength while balancing everything.  A challenge a day! Love to hear your stories....

[SunsetRunner]

Hi Kalie, My doctor put me on Victoza injections, 2 years ago. By going off insulin I was able to lose 40 pounds. Insulin and my low thyroid were not good for keeping weight off. I have had the Fitbit One for a month now, and really like it. Still have 100 pounds that
i need to lose, so if you friend me, it would help. Thanks!

[SunsetRunner]

Wow Lew, how awesome. You have inspired me today!

[SunsetRunner]

I like strider, since I cant run. I try to walk quickly every day. Overweight, asthma, old broken foot injury....doing my best each day.

[wrongway]

Hi lovinglife, I was also obese,asthma and shattered ankle(last year) and am enjoying the fitbit.? I have lost 40 lbs since April this year and have only 15 more to go.? (I would like to lose 25 more but Doctor set the goal so will abide by his decision until maintain at that weight for a few months).? Good luck on your journey and keep on stepping.

[wrongway]

I was also on high blood pressure meds, which I have recently been taken off.  loving this fitbit for giving me the motivation to move.

[LexytheNerd]

I was recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in july 2014. Currently trying to lose weight to help improve my health and numbers. I love my fitbit it has got me up and moving. 

[SunsetRunner]

That is great news Wrongway. Gives me hope to come off both high blood pressure meds one day. Thanks for sharing!

[max814]

Hi...This is Max (ine) ...I am interested in the discussion about type 1 diabetes and fitbit...and weight loss.  I have been diabetic for 54 years and have a pump ( medtronic) and the new CGM.  I love my fitbit and it helps a lot with keeping my bloodsugars reasonable...I tend to run low rather than high.  My goal is to lose 10 punds and stabilize my blood sugars.  I am at a point with the disease that I lack sensitivity to low BS.  I can be 50 and not know I am running low.  I appreciate the suggestion of dialing down on the basal an hour in advance and will try that starting tomorrow.  i exercise 5-6 times a week for an hour and the days I miss are when I run the highest.

Can anyone make suggestions for how to lose weight with Type 1...how are others managing exercise lows and rebound highs?  I appreciate having a place to talk about this...I find using the fitbit scale really helpful.

Laura...how did you lose the weight?  What is your exercise routine?  How are you eating?  Glad you are all out there...it is good to connect...Max

[Jaymie]

Hi Ellie, 

I was diagnosed on 5/1/14 and have been working hard to bring my A1c from 6.6 to 6.0 a couple of weeks ago.  The most difficult part for me has been finding out how differently we all react to things. Hopefully your doctor will help you come up with a good plan.  If you want to be more aggressive then keep asking those who "have gone before you". I've gotten some great advice from this board and lots of research. Here's to our improved health!

Jaymie

[max814]

Hi...I have been type 1 for 54 years and fairly insensitive to lows. I also find that my blood sugar rises w exercise regardless of what I eat...it is a tough one because if I don't set temp basal I end up w an insulin reaction...seems to have gotten more difficult w exercise the longer I have diabetes. Look forward to hearing your comments...maxine

[DaJmon]

Just an update.  I had my three month blood work done and the news is good.  A1C down frm 7.8 to 5.7 (anything below 5.7 is considered normal).  Weight reduction of 54 pounds total since April. 

I did manage to lose my Flex on an international flight.  I had just replaced the wristband and had a couple of other issues prior to the flight.  It's just not a good design.  That said, however, my "oh no" moment wasn't the fact that I'd lost a $100 device, but that I lost the device that helps keep me informed better than anything I've ever used in the past.  So, did a bit of research and the first place I stopped when I got to my destination was Meijer's where I bought a replacement Fitibit, but I went with the Fitbit One.  Other than the fact that the One is not waterproof (it is splashproof), I like it better than the Flex.  The wristband for the sleep monitoring is a great feature and the rest of the time, the One stays securely in my pocket!  I also like the fact that the One monitors floors climbed and also provides a time display. 

[LewWagner]

Kudos, DjMon!!!

Keep up the great work!

Lew

[soapsuds]

Can you tell me, a diabetic who CANNOT lose weight how you did it. what diet regime and how many steps daily?

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[DaJmon]

The caloric deficit that the Fitbit program allows you to set for yourself is my main tool. I set it up for 'hard', 1000 calories less than I eat. I am religious about entering the food I eat. In addition, my doc prescribed Victoza injections and they seem to help by keeping the food in my stomach longer. I think it has leveled out and wasn't really a major factor, but that is my opinion.

Good luck!!

[Lightsinger]

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@soapsuds wrote:
Can you tell me, a diabetic who CANNOT lose weight how you did it. what diet regime and how many steps daily?

Pat Robertson
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Not sure who your question is directed to, but I have a question:  Are you Type 1 or Type 2?  It can make a difference in how you adjust your routine, and there are challenges that a Type 1 has that Type 2s don't  have. 

[soapsuds]

Lightsinger,
I am type II on insulin.

Pat Robertson
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[LewWagner]

Soapsuds,

Since I don't know your age, starting weight, desired end weight, and such...

I'll just talk to my experonxe that has allowe me ro lose 124 lbs since Nov 1, 2013...

58 yrs old

5'8" tall

MS

Chronic thyroiditus

Type II Diabetes w. Metaformin

Nutritionist-recommendedsaily intake values:

Cals. 2000

Fat.   65

Chol    300

Sodium.   2400

Carbs.    150

Fiber.     25

Sugar.     90

Protein.    50

I'm averaging about 1200 cals intake, daily.

I'm burning 2700-3000 cals with exercise, daily.

Losing around 3 lbs per week ON AVERAGE.

Lew

[Spike_53]

I am a retired Marine and 3 months after retiring was diagnosed as a type II diabetic. For 14 years I have battled this disease, with meds and trying to get active and then get disillusioned because nothing seemed to work. About 2 months ago I started Dr Mark Hyman's Blood Sugar Solution. I am down about 25 lbs. before I started I was on 2000 mg of Metaformin, 10 units of Humalog fast acting insulin before each meal and 20 units of Levemir long lasting insulin at night. The last two days I have only used 4 units of Humalog and my blood sugars have been between 83 - 121. The fit bit is great for tracking food, water steps, exercise and journaling about my progress. The Blood Sugar Solution has been a real success, I am finally seeing a light at the end of the tunnel and I have a good record of how I got there.

[soapsuds]

Spike, thank you for your testimony. you have given me hope. I just ordered the book and am anxious to receive it and start. That will happen in 6 weeks from now as I am going away. Hopefully, I will be able to testify as you have.

Pat Robertson
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[Mouring]

I am type 2 diabetes and I refuse to use drugs I discovered Glucerena for Diabetes to help control your A1c and to use to help me lose weight. It can be used a a meal or a snack during the day. Really good for travel or taking with you when you are out shopping. I buy it by the case and keep it in the refrigator.