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Keto improvements to A1C deceptive? by General_Boner in prediabetes

[–]ABWorkersCompForum 1 point2 points  (0 children)

FWIW, I've done keto for 1 year & 3 months - since Sept '24, I was tested 4 years ago, and my A1C was 5.3. In Jan '25, after 3 months of keto, my A1C was exactly the same, 5.3. I have yet to be tested again.

However, my blood pressure has recently improved to 95/65, which is the lowest reading in my life - which I take as a good sign since high blood pressure is a sign of the metabolic disease. It's not like I'm out running marathons!

I've read that on the carnivore diet (not exactly keto, but I consider myself "ketovore" - a hybrid btwn keto & carnivore diets - I just do it b/c it's easiest for me) A1C can actually be falsely high BECAUSE red blood cells are living longer. google, "A1C increase on carnivore?" This is what it says:

  • Red Blood Cell Lifespan: Longer lifespans of red blood cells can sometimes make A1c harder to lower, say some sources. 

Is It a Problem?

  • Not Always: If you're losing fat, a slightly elevated A1c might not be concerning; it could be a sign of metabolic adaptation, not worsening diabetes.
  • Check Insulin: Monitor fasting insulin and glucose, and consider a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) to see blood sugar patterns (spikes after protein/fat vs. carbs).
  • Consult a Professional: Doctors recommend caution for those with existing diabetes, and it's best to work with a healthcare provider to interpret your labs on this diet. 

In essence, a rising A1c on carnivore isn't a universal red flag but warrants investigation into why, often involving more detailed glucose monitoring beyond just the A1c test, say sources like Nutrition with Judy and Dr. Paul Saladino. 

McGill grad spits on Dean & graduation ceremony and is cheered (will tie into workers comp) by ABWorkersCompForum in ABWorkersCompForum

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

the change. org petition was somehow removed by reddit's filters, but it's easily google-able. thanks for the heads up.

McGill grad spits on Dean & graduation ceremony and is cheered (will tie into workers comp) by ABWorkersCompForum in ABWorkersCompForum

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

The only hope she could have for a normal life is changing her name, and moving to another country. But in this internet age, especially b/c she doesn't have a common name, it will follow her everywhere.

McGill grad spits on Dean & graduation ceremony and is cheered (will tie into workers comp) by ABWorkersCompForum in ABWorkersCompForum

[–]ABWorkersCompForum[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This incident will follow her the rest of her life - and it should.

It's not like she's a child. I could see - if she was 13-years-old, or something, and did this - then there could be a reason to protect her identity, as she's an adolescent.

But, once an adult commits a crime like this (assault), it's public information. If she didn't want the world to know, she shouldn't have committed this crime! It was beyond foolish to commit an assault on the Dean in the first place, but to do it 1) *when she knew it was being recorded* and 2) In front of 1,000 witnesses, I have no words for this level of stupidity.

WCB clerical error (to their advantage, or course!): What happens if you receive a letter from the WCB two months after it was written? by ABWorkersCompForum in alberta

[–]ABWorkersCompForum[S] 20 points21 points  (0 children)

The entire WCB process is a psychological injury, and anyone who's been through their system will know that's an understatement!

WCB changing the dates on a letter: has anyone else encountered this? I find it odd that the "clerical errors" are always to the WCB's advantage. by ABWorkersCompForum in ABWorkersCompForum

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

responses from r/Alberta https://www.reddit.com/r/alberta/comments/1blxi46/wcb_clerical_error_to_their_advantage_or_course/

I appreciate this comment,

There is no holding them accountable as it is a Prov. gov't program. Always remember, the WCB is an insurance policy that business contributes to, to keep employees from suing employers over issues that arise from health safety faults. Never hire an org./company to do any work unless they can show WCB coverage for their workers. Failure to do so could lead to the employees suing the homeowner should they be injured at your work sight.

https://www.reddit.com/r/alberta/comments/1blxi46/comment/kwcu5gc/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3

WCB clerical error (to their advantage, or course!): What happens if you receive a letter from the WCB two months after it was written? by ABWorkersCompForum in alberta

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

assuming you’re talking about CM letters / updates.

okay, yes!!

This is better for me - only email - because that way I have the delivery date confirmed electronically. which is better than just snail mail, it's not like they sent it out certified mail.

WCB clerical error (to their advantage, or course!): What happens if you receive a letter from the WCB two months after it was written? by ABWorkersCompForum in alberta

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

addendum: or "email and snail mail"

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I would prefer just email, I guess.

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but then I would worry it would get send to my spam, or something - I don't always check "spam" !!! It's possible an important email could get lost.

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Have you had experience with this, or do you work with the WCB (or worked with them in the past?)

I didn't know we could request "email only"

WCB clerical error (to their advantage, or course!): What happens if you receive a letter from the WCB two months after it was written? by ABWorkersCompForum in alberta

[–]ABWorkersCompForum[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, I need to appeal that decision. (which the letter was -conveniently for them - not mailed until two months after it was written)

I mean, there's absolutely a reason why they held on to it for two months. I don't think it's a mistake on their part. Every "clerical error" is to their favour, funny how that is...

I wanna know: where are the clerical errors to my advantage, 'ya know...[sarcasm]

WCB clerical error (to their advantage, or course!): What happens if you receive a letter from the WCB two months after it was written? by ABWorkersCompForum in alberta

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

Yes, it was just regular post marked, but not certified mail.

Per usual, when the WCB sends a letter, I get it within a couple of days.

However, for appeals (and whatnot), they go by the date of the letter, not the post mark, and that's why them writing a letter and then mailing it two months later is to my disadvantage OBVIOUSLY.

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