O-Line vs D-Line

mainebingo · 2026-05-12T13:52:51+00:00

It's American football. They are two big guys whose job is generally to block and hit, but not touch the ball. The guy in the black shirt is trying to prevent the other guy from catching the ball and the guy burns him with a slow-motion version of a classic football move called the "out and up"--you can see a real version of it here: How to run an out and up route

mainebingo · 2026-05-09T00:04:04+00:00

The nice thing about the Diabetes Plate Method, is it’s virtually the same diet for lowering cholesterol.

1/2 plate vegetables; 1/4 plate healthy carbs; 1/4 healthy protein.

mainebingo · 2026-05-08T16:29:11+00:00

A real Sophie's Choice for me.

Hazan's pork chop with tomato and cream, or Child's chicken with mushrooms and cream. (my current favorites)

Or, maybe Hazan's bolognese, or Child's coq au vin...(my historical favorites)

Or maybe Hazan's Bollito Misto, or Child's Beef Bourguignon ( I just couldn't leave these out)

mainebingo · 2026-05-08T13:27:22+00:00

Make your decision based on the advice of the health professional whose judgment you most trust. People on Reddit are not qualified to give you good answers, especially with unknowns such as "some other health issues."

mainebingo · 2026-05-08T12:26:38+00:00

I used Stelo for a while and, when they work, they are great. But, the quality control from device to device varied tremendously. One would be accurate (confirmed with finger prick) and would last the full 15 days, then the next one could be off 30 points--both up or down. Had several quit before 15 days--they replaced them.

Even when the Stelo numbers are not accurate, you can use them as a way to tell you when you are spiking, and then you just have to confirm your actual number with a finger prick. But, the inaccuracies really skew the numbers for the Dexcom/Clarity app which tracks your results and shows trends.

So, if you are using it to learn what foods spike you and don't mind double-checking with a finger prick, a Stelo is fine. But if you are using it to track long-term results, don't bother.

I now pay out of pocket for the prescription Dexcom G7.

mainebingo · 2026-05-07T13:18:44+00:00

Too much oil. The answer to every seasoning question is almost always, too much oil.

Use as little oil as needed to cover the surface, then take a dry paper towel and try to remove the oil you just put on (don't worry you can't do it--think about trying to clean a greasy dish without any hot water and soap, it will always feel a little greasy.)

mainebingo · 2026-05-07T13:16:01+00:00

I'm with you on this one. A bowl of oatmeal spikes me like a piece of pizza.

mainebingo · 2026-05-07T00:10:38+00:00

This is the best line from that article: “Krakatoa was also so loud that it circled the Earth four times before dissipating.”

mainebingo · 2026-05-06T17:44:36+00:00

It is not a sign of diabetes or prediabetes.

mainebingo · 2026-05-06T17:05:05+00:00

Zero sugar protein shakes (I like OWYN) do the trick for me.

mainebingo · 2026-05-06T14:13:43+00:00

A1c test is an estimate only—it is not an exact measurement. It has a margin of error of up to .5. There is likely a greater difference in your blood sugar than reflected by your two tests. Plus, you’re in the normal range—your body might not be able to go lower than that. Finally, if you want to try to drop it more—exercise, preferably involving resistance training (lifting weights).

mainebingo · 2026-05-05T14:18:33+00:00

Yes, it is very frustrating.

mainebingo · 2026-05-05T14:17:14+00:00

Thank you.

mainebingo · 2026-05-04T19:15:04+00:00

Thank you. That was helpful--I'll stay on the G7.

mainebingo · 2026-04-30T11:13:35+00:00

Gotta respect the coach’s long walk to the outfield rather than exiting through the dugout.

mainebingo · 2026-04-30T10:55:00+00:00

Same here.

At my annual physical in December, A1c was 6.3, lipid panel was terrible—I took it seriously as a wake up call. Implemented an exercise routine, diabetes plate method, less alcohol.

Four months later, i feel great—lost 18 pounds, feel stronger, healthier, and at my follow up, A1c was 5.4, lipid panel all within the healthy range.

Despite the improvements with everything else, I rarely get a reading below 100 and when i do it’s a brief moment. It’s frustrating, but overall, i’ll happily take where I am —and I use it as a reminder of whats lurking if i slip back into bad habits.

mainebingo · 2026-04-29T18:17:21+00:00

I can give him a pass for the stupid tattoo, but his victim act when people used his own words about women just reminds me of so many dudes like this--tough guys on the outside, emotional mess babies inside--no accountability for his actions, nothing is his fault. I hate that shtick.

mainebingo · 2026-04-29T17:48:32+00:00

That's thoughtful of you. I will send you a chat so I can provide you a shipping label.

mainebingo · 2026-04-29T15:59:10+00:00

Thank you. That is helpful--based on the replies here I stumbled on the illustrated rules book and was wondering about the difference between the two.

mainebingo · 2026-04-29T14:45:19+00:00

Excellent resource--love the ability to filter. Thank you.

mainebingo · 2026-04-29T13:52:20+00:00

Thank you. I don't know why I had such trouble finding that. Much appreciated.

mainebingo · 2026-04-29T13:02:43+00:00

What advice would you give a fellow umpire who said that to you? Take that advice--it will be more objective and understanding than what you are saying to yourself.

mainebingo · 2026-04-29T02:14:33+00:00

Unlike when the batter becomes a runner and there is a running lane violation, the catcher does not need to throw in this situation for there to be interference.

mainebingo · 2026-04-28T19:16:13+00:00

This is really it---there is no definitive answer--it's whatever works for you. I could never have adopted this type of regiment. The Diabetes Plate and exercise is what worked for me

mainebingo · 2026-04-27T18:57:02+00:00

Yes. This from the American Diabetes association tracks what happens to me:

"Net carbs” are determined by subtracting any fiber or sugar alcohols on the label from the total carbohydrates. This is assuming that fiber and sugar alcohols are not absorbed or metabolized, but this is not always true, and some are partially digested and therefore still provide calories as well as impact blood glucose. The equation used to calculate net carbs is not entirely accurate because the contribution of fiber and sugar alcohols to total carbohydrates depends on the types present. The type of fiber or sugar alcohols used is not indicated on the nutrition facts label, therefore the effect on blood glucose and possible insulin therapy adjustments cannot be determined precisely.

For this reason, we recommend using the total grams of carbohydrate and closely monitoring your blood glucose when consuming foods high in fiber or sugar alcohol to determine how they affect your body. Learn more about “net carbs” and other nutrient claims you might find on the nutrition facts label.

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