Trial and error

[CraigLucywebb]

Okayyyyy, so have had great reading all week i decided to have a indian takeaway lastnight. Im now learning that these foods are not good for me as my levels are high.

 

[Ljc]

Hi. It might just be part of the meal that's causing high levels.
What did you have to eat and how high are you.
Sorry I don't know what insulin regime you are on

 

[CraigLucywebb]

Hi. It might just be part of the meal that's causing high levels.
What did you have to eat and how high are you.
Sorry I don't know what insulin regime you are on

Vindaloo
Chicken Chaat
Roti and chipati

Cereal before bed.

Morning level 12.9. Low all week.

 

[Robin]

Vindaloo
Chicken Chaat
Roti and chipati

Cereal before bed.

Morning level 12.9. Low all week.

I find the problem with takeaways for me is portion size. There is always a lot more than I usually eat, so I nearly always end up underestimating the amount of insulin needed to cover it.

 

[Ljc]

I find the problem with takeaways for me is portion size. There is always a lot more than I usually eat, so I nearly always end up underestimating the amount of insulin needed to cover it.

@CraigLucywebb , I was wondering the same.
Have you been taught about correction doses.

sorry I can't remember the name others here will know for sure, their is an app and a book (think it's called "Carbs and cals) that can help you work out the amount of carbs in meals inc meals out. to assist in bolus dosing.

 

[khskel]

Probably the roti, chapatti and cereal that did it. If I have a takeaway I normally have the tandoori platter i.e. kebabs and chicken tika with salad.