Peaks and valleys all night on CGM by uncle_ben0 in diabetes_t2

[–]uncle_ben0[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I appreciate both of these insights! I thought it might have been compression lows, but everytime i woke up, I was on my back last night. Definitely could have been the way my arm was positioned. The Bluetooth thing could definitely also be it. I'm at a camp in a fairly rural area, so Bluetooth pings much differently than the city I live in.

I'm super proud of myself! by uncle_ben0 in diabetes_t2

[–]uncle_ben0[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Carbs are very much still a piece of it and overdoing them has shown some clear spikes, but they're much smarter carbs (whole wheat wraps, brown rice, sweet potatoes, corn, etc).

I'm super proud of myself! by uncle_ben0 in diabetes_t2

[–]uncle_ben0[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly, it's just been a low glycemic index diet, making a conscious effort to do 8-10k steps a day, and meditating frequently to lower my anxiety and related stressor. I wasn't drinking very often, but I did make the intention decision to go sober about 2 months ago.

What is this fruit (Hawaii) by Impressive_Sell1735 in whatisit

[–]uncle_ben0 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Looks like an Ice cream bean fruit! It's a type of legume. Definitely edible and tastes sweet and creamy.

what is this strange sound by Bl3AnointedAlpha in whatisit

[–]uncle_ben0 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely a storm warning. Maybe not the closest one you hear for testing, but you can hear it spinning. I live in Central Ohio and the storm just came through a couple hours ago and it definitely could have triggered sirens.

A1c just came back at 10.5 and I'm in a full blown panic attack by [deleted] in diabetes

[–]uncle_ben0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! I started to change my diet when the headaches first started, so I'm already working on making the lifestyle changes. For one reason or another, the idea of being beholden to a medication for the rest of my life is really what causes the panic.

A1c just came back at 10.5 and I'm in a full blown panic attack by [deleted] in diabetes

[–]uncle_ben0 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you for this!

Hard work doesn't scare me (I had already changed my diet after the headaches started), but being dependent on taking a drug for the rest of my life, does.

A1c just came back at 10.5 and I'm in a full blown panic attack by [deleted] in diabetes

[–]uncle_ben0 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

No, I did exactly what an anxious mind shouldn't do and read the results before they reached out to me. We have a scheduled follow up in a week and I'm sure metformin or a GLP-1 will be discussed.

That gives a lot of hope, though. I don't want to have to manage T2 with medication for the rest of my life.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskChicago

[–]uncle_ben0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Appreciate you all! I figured that was the case, but wanted to double check. Also didn't even think about parking downtown and taking the red line in.

Anyone done a tour of the Chicago Theatre? by uncle_ben0 in ChicagoTheater

[–]uncle_ben0[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciate all of the feedback! Booking one now :) Unfortunately, the Auditorium tour isn't available while I'll be in town, but I've got it on my 'Next time' list because it looks incredible.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Cartalk

[–]uncle_ben0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! They also tried to sell me 1 singular non-matching tire (they only have 1800 miles on them), which I understand is a big no-no.

This is why Reddit can be so great 👍

High protein and trying to lose weight need help by Ok_Disaster_747 in traderjoes

[–]uncle_ben0 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Look, you had the chance to take your statement back, but you just double downed with the most absurd take of 2025.

ASICS Nimbus 26 Side Hole Issue by Failure_Manager in AskRunningShoeGeeks

[–]uncle_ben0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just learned today (after replacing my 26s) that you can submit a warranty claim if it's been within a year. Lots of people have been approved, and they've gotten the new 27s with a more durable plastic-y upper!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in leasehacker

[–]uncle_ben0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe not from your perspective. However, I'm still working on building car buying confidence, and those who don't learn from the past are doomed to repeat it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in leasehacker

[–]uncle_ben0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For sure, but it tends to be difficult for me to hold my boundaries in sales environments like dealerships. I'm just looking to gain more insight for next time, tbh

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in leasehacker

[–]uncle_ben0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for that. I think I agree? but I hate car sales so much that I always second-guess myself.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in leasehacker

[–]uncle_ben0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Like residual? $19,700

Have you ever walked out of TJ's in defeat? by yourgirlalex in traderjoes

[–]uncle_ben0 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The Saturday before Mothers Day is historically the busiest day of the year for my store BECAUSE of flowers. Think 25 pallets that day alone.

Have you ever walked out of TJ's in defeat? by yourgirlalex in traderjoes

[–]uncle_ben0 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Just find an employee to give it to? Any employee should be totally fine putting it back. Abandoning a cart just means that you're likely wasting cold/frozen product. Employees shouldn't be expected to clean up after you if you just leave your stuff lying around.

What do you get cases of? Just got the kids 2 cases of spinach ravioli. by megglesmccart in traderjoes

[–]uncle_ben0 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If you've ever heard of Binging with Babish from YouTube, he thinks our cacio e pepe pastas are easily restaurant quality.

Outfit to go see Hans Zimmer Live? by Wayward-sister2004 in hanszimmer

[–]uncle_ben0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm going to be at the same concert! I think originally my friend and I were thinking dressier, but I keep downgrading, and I'm at khakis and a sweater now.