I knew a scientist who had type 1 diabetes and he died from a heart attack at 37 back in 1976
even though he was careful with his insulin injections.I believe Dr.Bernstein's book is excellent and will extend the life span of many diabetics if they stick to the instructions.
You're right, he encourages VERY tight control of carb, that's true. I think most T1's will be able to get away with more carbs if they respond to insulin well.
Lately we're seeing more T1's develop insulin-resistance though, and I can't help but wonder if it's because some T1's eat FAR too much carbohydrate, and bolus large amounts to compensate.
Most T2's were big carb eaters, and are also insulin-resistant. With T1's and T2's both becoming insulin-resistant, he might be on to something.
@DelSoulful i am concerned because i have never met a doctor that understands it, or can really explain it to me. and i also felt really bad in ketosis - not sure whether my symptoms were exaggerated because of the diabetes, but i felt terrible... now i'm still low carb, but kind of on the verge of ketosis, so it keeps me feeling strong.
@notjustapples Something that has come recently to light in the Low-Carb community is that ketosis causes your kidneys to dump salt. Therefore, if you are in ketosis and feel really bad, it may be cured by the very simple expedient of taking in more salt. The easiest way to do this is to drink a cup of (full sodium!) Chicken Broth.
@156squared It's not just the 'dumping' of salt, but ketosis also reduces your fluid levels - lower fluid levels maintain fewer electrolytes. So while in ketosis, anyone (whether diabetic or not) needs to watch their fluids (to prevent dehydration, especially if exercising a lot in ketosis) as well as their electrolytes.
As a diabetic low-carber myself, as well as an endurance athlete (cyclist) I drink no-sugar sports/electrolyte drinks on a regular basis. Sodium is the big thing missing.
I knew a scientist who had type 1 diabetes and he died from a heart attack at 37 back in 1976
even though he was careful with his insulin injections.I believe Dr.Bernstein's book is excellent and will extend the life span of many diabetics if they stick to the instructions.
seeker32100 2 months ago
When you/Dr Bernstein ;says "less insulin" is it long acting or short acting (if you're not on a pump)?
greta1870 3 months ago
@greta1870 i suppose both - because your sensitivity to the insulin will change, so your body needs less of it in order to work.
notjustapples 3 months ago
You're right, he encourages VERY tight control of carb, that's true. I think most T1's will be able to get away with more carbs if they respond to insulin well.
Lately we're seeing more T1's develop insulin-resistance though, and I can't help but wonder if it's because some T1's eat FAR too much carbohydrate, and bolus large amounts to compensate.
Most T2's were big carb eaters, and are also insulin-resistant. With T1's and T2's both becoming insulin-resistant, he might be on to something.
AlbertaBeefy 4 months ago
I'm also a type 1 diabetic. It is normal to feel bad the first couple of days on a low carb diet. Dr. Atkins called it the "induction flu".
DelSoulful 8 months ago
Why are you so worried about ketones? Ketosis is a normal physiologic state.
DelSoulful 8 months ago
@DelSoulful i am concerned because i have never met a doctor that understands it, or can really explain it to me. and i also felt really bad in ketosis - not sure whether my symptoms were exaggerated because of the diabetes, but i felt terrible... now i'm still low carb, but kind of on the verge of ketosis, so it keeps me feeling strong.
notjustapples 8 months ago
@notjustapples Something that has come recently to light in the Low-Carb community is that ketosis causes your kidneys to dump salt. Therefore, if you are in ketosis and feel really bad, it may be cured by the very simple expedient of taking in more salt. The easiest way to do this is to drink a cup of (full sodium!) Chicken Broth.
156squared 8 months ago
@156squared It's not just the 'dumping' of salt, but ketosis also reduces your fluid levels - lower fluid levels maintain fewer electrolytes. So while in ketosis, anyone (whether diabetic or not) needs to watch their fluids (to prevent dehydration, especially if exercising a lot in ketosis) as well as their electrolytes.
As a diabetic low-carber myself, as well as an endurance athlete (cyclist) I drink no-sugar sports/electrolyte drinks on a regular basis. Sodium is the big thing missing.
AlbertaBeefy 4 months ago
I love all your book reviews, either written or vlogged! Very in-depth & much appreciated!
glasspeel 11 months ago