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      ConnieT1D62 likes your comment at
      Do you store your unopened insulin in the refrigerator?
      I keep my opened insulin in the refrigerator too. When traveling I use a FRIO evaporative pouch.
    • 10 minutes ago
      ConnieT1D62 likes your comment at
      Do you store your unopened insulin in the refrigerator?
      Sorry. Of course I store unopened in frig. Opened in my room as I use it up in 30 days
    • 10 minutes ago
      ConnieT1D62 likes your comment at
      Do you store your unopened insulin in the refrigerator?
      No, I keep it in the oven! ;) Same answer as the last time they asked this ridiculous question!
    • 53 minutes ago
      Becky Hertz likes your comment at
      Do you store your unopened insulin in the refrigerator?
      Unopened yes, and now even opened just in case. I am getting a new health [lan (thank goodness a much better one - with better doctors and hospitals in network!) so it's worth it. But I can't get any appt - even for a PCP until September. I've been occasionally buying out of pocket insulin, pump and CGM supplies (in my mind, hoarding is a character asset for T1D people). I need to have my enough stuff to see me through, Of course, I am hoping there''s an appt cancellation.
    • 2 hours, 16 minutes ago
      Bruce Schnitzler likes your comment at
      Do you store your unopened insulin in the refrigerator?
      Unopened yes, and now even opened just in case. I am getting a new health [lan (thank goodness a much better one - with better doctors and hospitals in network!) so it's worth it. But I can't get any appt - even for a PCP until September. I've been occasionally buying out of pocket insulin, pump and CGM supplies (in my mind, hoarding is a character asset for T1D people). I need to have my enough stuff to see me through, Of course, I am hoping there''s an appt cancellation.
    • 4 hours, 13 minutes ago
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      Here’s What You Need to Know About the Dexcom G7
      This article explains the Dexcom G7 features in a clear and easy way, especially for people new to continuous glucose monitoring. Very informative and helpful. Sportzfy TV Download
    • 19 hours, 36 minutes ago
      KarenM6 likes your comment at
      Have you ever been told you couldn’t physically do something because you live with diabetes?
      Long time ago - told there were certain occupations I would not be allowed to do because if T1D. Pilot, air traffic controller, military, etc.
    • 19 hours, 38 minutes ago
      KarenM6 likes your comment at
      Has someone ever told you that you can’t eat something because you live with diabetes?
      I have been told many times "YOU CAN'T EAT THAT!" ONLY to frustrate them and eat it anyway and then bolus accordingly.
    • 19 hours, 39 minutes ago
      KarenM6 likes your comment at
      Has someone ever told you that you can’t eat something because you live with diabetes?
      I think it is a common experience for most people with T1D. People do not understand anything about it. I do not take it personally. I try to educate when appropriate.
    • 19 hours, 39 minutes ago
      KarenM6 likes your comment at
      Has someone ever told you that you can’t eat something because you live with diabetes?
      Lol hell when haven't they. Lol
    • 19 hours, 48 minutes ago
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      How much did you know about type 1 diabetes before you were diagnosed?
      Being 4 years of age, I think I can be forgiven for not knowing much of anything at all. That was 3 quarters of a century ago. ⎛⎝( ` ᢍ ´ )⎠⎞
    • 21 hours, 40 minutes ago
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      How much did you know about type 1 diabetes before you were diagnosed?
      I was only 2 when Diagnosed 70 years ago. My small town doctor admitted he didn't know much about T1D, and fortune for my parents and I he called what is now Joslin Clinic, and they told him how much insulin to give me. He taught my parents, who then traveled over 350 miles to Boston, to learn about how to manage T1D. My doctor learned more about T1D, and was able to help 2 other young men, that were later DX with T1D in our small town. I went to Joslin until I turned 18 and returned to become a Joslin Medalist and participated in the research study, 20 years ago. Still go there for some care.
    • 21 hours, 41 minutes ago
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      How much did you know about type 1 diabetes before you were diagnosed?
      I was 7 when things changed in my home. My older brother was hospitalized for 2 weeks. When he came home, we no longer ate the way we had before. This was 1956. Dessert alternated between sugarless pudding or sugarless Jello. I learned that bread and potatoes had carbohydrates and that turned to sugar. There was a jar in the bathroom. It seemed my brother was testing his urine every time he went in there. There was a burner and pot on the stove designated for boiling syringes. I watched my brother give himself shots and I remember how hard it was to find someone to manage his care if my parents had to travel. Diabetic Forecast magazine came in the mail each month and there were meetings of the local diabetes association that my mother attended religiously. My brother got a kidney and pancreas transplant at age 60 and before he died lived for 5 years as a non-diabetic. A few years later I was diagnosed. Sorry he was not able to make use of today’s technology. I often wonder what he and my late parents would think about me, at age 66, being the only one in the family with type 1.
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      How much did you know about type 1 diabetes before you were diagnosed?
      Being 4 years of age, I think I can be forgiven for not knowing much of anything at all. That was 3 quarters of a century ago. ⎛⎝( ` ᢍ ´ )⎠⎞
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      How much did you know about type 1 diabetes before you were diagnosed?
      My brother was type 1 since an early age. I was only diagnosed in my late 40s
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      How much did you know about type 1 diabetes before you were diagnosed?
      Absolutely nothing. Diagnosed in late December 1962 at at the age of 8 years and was told I was going for a stay in hospital because I have "sugar diabetes".
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      How much did you know about type 1 diabetes before you were diagnosed?
      Being 4 years of age, I think I can be forgiven for not knowing much of anything at all. That was 3 quarters of a century ago. ⎛⎝( ` ᢍ ´ )⎠⎞
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      How much did you know about type 1 diabetes before you were diagnosed?
      I was diagnosed in 1976 at the age of 18 while in college. One weekend, I was drinking a lot of water and peeing frequently. I remembered having read a Reader's Digest article on diabetes, and I told my friends I thought I might have it. Two days later, the diagnosis was confirmed.
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      How much did you know about type 1 diabetes before you were diagnosed?
      Absolutely nothing. Diagnosed in late December 1962 at at the age of 8 years and was told I was going for a stay in hospital because I have "sugar diabetes".
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      How much did you know about type 1 diabetes before you were diagnosed?
      I knew I couldn’t or shouldn’t have my two fav things in the world: Pepsi cola and chocolate. I was 42, and suspected very strongly that I had it, and ate a large piece of chocolate cake before my doctor’s appointment (sounds more like I was 12). Fast forward 25 years later: I never had a real cola again, but do occasionally have chocolate. I’m way healthier than I was back then in terms of diet. I no longer have irritable bowel, and I’m lucky to be able to afford what I need to combat the ill effects of this chronic disease. I’m blessed, and grateful for insulin.
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      It was 35 years ago for me. I had no experience with T1d. I was starting to show symptoms and my sister-in-law quickly researched T1d and told me what she found. I went to my GP a week or two later. My BG was over 600. He sent me to the hospital right away. Blood test confirmed it.
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      How much did you know about type 1 diabetes before you were diagnosed?
      I only knew a little . That is why I give grace to others who do not know anything or have misconceptions.
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    Which of the following supplements or vitamins do you take on a regular basis? Select all that apply.

    Home > LC Polls > Which of the following supplements or vitamins do you take on a regular basis? Select all that apply.
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    79 Comments

    1. Anita Stokar

      I take a multi-vitamin on the suggestion of my eye doctor, vitamin D on the suggestion of my endo and a flaxseed supplement on the advice of my endo.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    2. Ahh Life

      1. Vitamin C 2000mg
      2. Vitamin B complex
      3. CoQ10 100mg
      4. Aller-Tec allergy
      5. Aspirin 81mg

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
      1. Ahh Life

        Plus,
        5. CBD
        6. psyllium husk 4 tsp

        2 years ago Log in to Reply
    3. Molly Jones

      I take prenatal multivitamin iron-folic acid 29-1 MG because of the Iron deficiency anemia I have,
      Vitamin D due to all the anti-seizure medications I take which lead to bone loss,
      cyanocobalamin (a form of B-12) to help its deficiency,
      and melatonin to help me fall asleep.
      There are many more medications and pills on the list that don’t fall under this category.
      Your tastebuds can definitely let you know when you are deficient in things you need!! Three different times for me and the first time was a bizarre PICA craving.

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      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    4. PamK

      In addition to those listed, I also take Lutein and Move Free.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    5. Patrick Burner

      Fish Oil, 81mg Aspirin

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    6. Bonnie kenney

      Fish oil, B-complex, presevision

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    7. eherban1

      Benfotiamine and Trimethylglycine.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    8. KIMBERELY SMITH

      Just started in December

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    9. Gary Taylor

      In addition to Vitamin D and a Multi-vitamin, I take Omega 3 Fish Oil.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    10. Gary Rind

      Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) for neuropathy in my feet. my endo is NOT a vitamin guy since the FDA doesn’t regulate what is in vitamins.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
      1. lis be

        I order from a place called Fullscript in Canada. Vitamins and minerals are regulated as a subset of drugs there.

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        2 years ago Log in to Reply
    11. Chrisanda

      Areds 2, Vitron C after giving blood for about 2 weeks, CoQ10, allergy pill when needed.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    12. Ernie Richmann

      D3, coQ10, juice plus, B12

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    13. Jane Cerullo

      Areds for eyes also selenium. Have thyroid eye disease. Also gummies for sleep. And fish oil. Think that’s all

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    14. fletchina

      GABA

      Bit A
      Bit C

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    15. Shelly Smith

      coQ10
      Alpha Lipoic Acid
      CBD
      and that completes my list!

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    16. Annie Wall

      In addition to calcium, which contains vitamin D, I take l-lysine to prevent canker sores, B12, AREDS, and biotin.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    17. dholl62@gmail.com

      I also take folic acid , cq10 and Lutien

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    18. Richard Vaughn

      I take Vit D, B12, and C. I also take Vit B Complex, Metformin.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    19. terrih57@msn.com

      I also take Vitamin C. Seemed like it helped last year but this year, I seem to be catching everything!

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    20. Kristen Clifford

      I have chewable elderberry supplements I’ve been taking. I also occasionally take Vitamin C.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    21. lis be

      CoQ10/Ubiquinol to balance the low dose preventative statin, B12 sublingual, and Alpha Lipoic Acid for nerve endings.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    22. tmeagher

      Vitamin K

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    23. Jennyjen

      Digestive enzymes with every meal

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    24. CindyGoddard

      Fish oil, biotin

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      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    25. Scott Rudolph

      Alpha Lipoic Acid

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    26. Sarah Berry

      Areds 2-Preservizion, alpha lipoic acid

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    27. Lawrence S.

      Vitamin D because of a low “D” on my blood tests. Also, recently started Iron, because my hemoglobin count has always been below range. I try to eat nuts in my diet for extra magnesium because I exercise a lot.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    28. mojoseje

      My endocrinologist recommended I take a vitamin B complex.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    29. Nevin Bowman

      Niacin, B complex, C

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    30. Kristi Warmecke

      CitraCal Plus – has Magnesium & D3; CoQ10; alpha lipoic acid; Vitamin A, B12 drops and SloMag

      I’m wondering if anyone else uses ADS for their Dexcom and pump supplies?

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    31. Karington Johnston

      In addition to a multivitamin and probiotics, I also take extra folic acid while trying to get pregnant

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    32. Mary Boudousquie

      I also take vitamin C and sleep supplements.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    33. Melissa Childers

      On top of muli, vit D, magnesium, pre/probiotics, I also take iron, AERD, & digestive enzymes,

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    34. Justin

      Psyllium husk fiber capsule pill.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    35. Nicole Duggins

      Omegas, Collagen

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    36. Beckett Nelson

      Iron and omegas

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    37. Jeanne McMillan-Olson

      B complex and fish oil

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    38. Janice B

      I take D3 and B12

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    39. Donna Brownley

      I also take a 600 mg Alpha Lipoic Acid daily

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
      1. Patty Harris

        Why do you take? My foot doctor prescribed this but I am not taking it as he didn’t say what it was suppose to do.

        2 years ago Log in to Reply
      2. Mick Martin

        @Patty Harris. You might like to take a look at the following webpage from WebMD about “Alpha-Lipoic Acid – Uses, Side Effects, and More”. https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-767/alpha-lipoic-acid

        2 years ago Log in to Reply
      3. Kristi Warmecke

        @Patty Harris my foot doctor also did but told me why. He said CQ10 400mg and ALA 200mg twice a day help to prevent neuropathy and maintain a more steady blood sugar level.

        2 years ago Log in to Reply
    40. Barbara green

      Vit C and fish oil for omega 3

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    41. James Cheairs

      Co-Q10

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    42. Paul McGuigan

      Bee Pollen

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      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    43. Steven Gill

      Glucosamine arthritis, and a low dose aspirin.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    44. Angela Naccari

      I also take CQ10, Zinc, Glucosamine with MSM, Biotin, and Zinc

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    45. Kim Murphy

      I also take Aloe Vera for my stomach, and Vitamin C for healing.

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    46. PatC

      Glucosamine

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    47. Amanda Barras

      Just melatonin as needed as I struggle to fall asleep.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    48. Russell Buckbee

      I also take Taurine, glutamine cystine, fish oil, all prescribed by Doctors at the Cleveland Clinic.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    49. Keira Thurheimer

      In addition to vitamin D and a probiotic, I take a vitamin B Complex and iron supplement.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    50. Donna Condi

      I’ve been taking DHA for many years as it’s supposed to keep my brain sharp as I age. And fish oil for my heart.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    51. Donna Condi

      Also Vitamin C and D3

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    52. Juha Kankaanpaa

      Collagen, creatine, electrolytes and protein.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    53. Carl Robertson

      Vit C, CoQ10, Alpha Lipoic Acid

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    54. KarenM6

      Also Vit B12 and Biotin

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    55. Sherrie Johnson

      In addition to magnesium and vitamin D, three, I take vitamin be six and 12 collagen and wheat grass

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    56. Lenora Ventura

      In addition to the what I picked from the options, I take ALA, Glutathione, CoQ10, mixed vit E, Acemannon Aloe supplement, Iron, adrenal support, Cardio Miracle & Ninxga Red

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    57. Becky Hertz

      Vitamin D and Iron. My nephrologist took me off the other supplements I was on.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    58. David Hedeen

      Salmon oil, costco

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    59. Bret Itskowitch

      I take alpha lipoic acid to help with diabetic neuropathy.

      1
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      1. Raynebow Sonnenblume-Duzan

        Im interested. I have horrible neuropathy. Does it help greatly for current issues, and does it help PREVENT future damage ??

        2 years ago Log in to Reply
      2. Twinniepoo74

        I agree my neurologist told my husband and I the same thing it has helped another with the pain.

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    60. Mark Cosiano

      Fish Oil

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    61. Raynebow Sonnenblume-Duzan

      Krill Oil/ Omega 3
      Flax Seed Oil
      Hair & Nails
      Super B Complex

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    62. Twinniepoo74

      Alpha Lopoic, vitamin b-12, Vitamin D3, and Iron

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    63. Linda Pease

      Also super b complex vit c cranberry pill

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    64. KC

      I started taking magnesium after being dxed with cluster headaches and it helped almost immediately. I also take B12 for hair, skin, and nails.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
      1. T1D4LongTime

        Hi KC! Were you experiencing any dizziness or fainting with the cluster headaches? My husband has uncontrolled drop attacks and just was diagnosed with a somewhat rare type of migraine. I’m so glad to hear the magnesium helped!

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    65. Brad Larson

      R-alpha lipoic acid

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    66. KSannie

      I also take cranberry and glucosamine supplements.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    67. James Phelps

      C0Q10 fishoil D3

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    68. T1D4LongTime

      Only Vitamin D and that was a recent event based on my OB-GYN’s recommendation. Age soon to be 64. My endo always has said that people don’t need supplements if they eat healthy. I realize some medical conditions require supplements, but as a rule I think my endo is correct.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    69. Clairemcdonnell4

      I also take digestive enzymes and vitamin k.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    70. ConnieT1D62

      OTC Prevagen; Calcium with Vit D (2 chews in the AM, and 2 chews in the PM); a Prolia injection q 6 months.

      2 years ago Log in to Reply
    71. William Rone

      Benfotiamine, ALA, saw palmetto, beta sistosterol, calcium polyascorbate

      2 years ago Log in to Reply

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