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  1. B

    Lack of electrolytes – an issue on the Camino?

    Thanks so much for your reply. Yes, I don't do sport drinks, soda's like Coke, etc. (sweetened or diet) or fruit juices for the most part. I just don't want the sugar. The incident was a little scary but isolated. I was tired and as you said, there was a lot of getting up and sitting down...
  2. David

    Lack of electrolytes – an issue on the Camino?

    ...term glucose spike .. but twenty minutes later your glucose levels are lower than when you drank it. Not only that but the body releases insulin to try and control the sugar spike - do that for a few years and you will develop insulin resistance and then diabetes 11 - so never drink any sugar...
  3. Chuck Cunningham

    Weight Loss / Health Benefits

    Thanks Mike, from what I've read and researched recently your post is right on. I gotta do this... I am borderline insulin dependent right now and I don't even want to go there. One article mentioned how adipose abdominal fat (beer gut) in particular is extremely bad for insulin functioning. I...
  4. Chuck Cunningham

    Weight Loss / Health Benefits

    Spot on brother. I am Type II diabetic and the VA is ready to put me on insulin if I don't improve soon. Soooo I am very serious about this..taking my glucometer so I can keep a log on my blood sugar and the effects of daily hiking.
  5. Shston Girlfd

    Let's talk weight... BODY weight

    Thank you - the carb heavy breakfasts had me concerned also, I'll pack a spoon and follow your yogurt advice. I have my little frio cooler and am skilled at hiker blister prevention but hadn't really considered the shower dangers - I'll have to think on that issue. My physician is real excited...
  6. Luther

    Let's talk weight... BODY weight

    Excellent! You'll have a great trip. I used a small Frio cooling pack to carry insulin. 'Brought way more than I needed but better too much than not enough. I found I was best only taking the Lantus/long acting in the morning and not taking the short acting when walking, but needed it in the...
  7. Arn

    Introduction

    This post should be "required" reading for all new pilgrims. It's upbeat, crammed with ways "to" walk the Way and a prime example of the kind of person that populates the Forum. Sadly, the civility and avoidance of rancor on the Forum leaves precious little for we Mods to do other than welcome...
  8. t2andreo

    Introduction

    ...not happen upon him in 2015 or 2016, but we were likely at Santiago during different months. Diabetics find ways and means to maintain their insulin insulated and cold enough. Apnea sufferers tote their CPAP machines with them. Anything is possible if you set your mind to it, and just ask...
  9. VNwalking

    Backpack Theft...Prevention and Advice

    ...a challenging one. @Smallest_Sparrow, you seem to have a good system--and if this sad story teaches us anything, it's that someone with essential meds (insulin, being only one example) must keep a copy of their prescription on their body separate from everything valuable, in case the worst...
  10. AcrossTheWater3008

    Suggestions?

    Hi Whether you are an insulin dependent diabetic or not is an extremely important consideration, as, you will need to ensure you have cool storage for your insulin.... then, of course, your blood sugar will determine the amount of insulin needed. The camino is quite a strenuous exercise, so it...
  11. SYates

    Fueling along the Way

    ...BUT do always follow up with some slow acting carbs like in bread. Reason being, the sudden sugar increase in your blood will provoke an insulin response and your blood sugar might drop even further. Counteracting that with slow acting carbs will level out your blood sugar level. Also, if...
  12. David

    Intense heatwave

    ...fall to much lower than they were .. so you do it again .. peaks and troughs, peaks and troughs .. and your poor body having to throw out insulin to lower the peak every time - so stay away from any drink that has sugar in it .. hey - and this includes sugar in coffee and tea .. and, sorry...
  13. jirit

    Wearable Robotic Equipment for the Modern Pilgrim

    We are already in world where people are using artificial devices to replace worn body parts (knees, hips, pace makers, insulin pumps, etc) and wearables (orthopaedic soles, shoes, glasses, tights, dentures, etc) to enhance and/or provide support. Humans over the centuries have used clothing...
  14. Introibo

    Taking Humira on the Camino Frances. Is it doable?

    I think this is what Tincatinker was referring to http://www.frioinsulincoolingcase.com/ A diabetic friend at work uses a product like this to keep his insulin cooled when travelling.
  15. psychoticparrot

    Taking Humira on the Camino Frances. Is it doable?

    Thanks for your suggestions. I will be buying my pack in the next week or two; then the experiments will begin. I'm sure Humira is available in Spain, but where and at what cost? I registered at a site recommended above by Kinkyone, posted my questions and am currently waiting for answers. My...
  16. Tincatinker

    Taking Humira on the Camino Frances. Is it doable?

    ...that Humira is available in Spain and your insurer will advise and confirm whether they would support purchase from a Spanish pharmacy should the need arise. There is a thread, as I recall, on carrying Insulin within similar constraints. A search of the forum on Insulin / Diabetes may assist.
  17. Franco

    Need help, I just lost my only child 3 months ago and feel called to the El Camino

    ...my camino on 26th April and hope to leave a stone in remembrance of him at Cruz de Ferro. It will be a very emotional time for me. I am an insulin dependant diabetic as was my brother also so this is quite an undertaking for me but I am sure I will make it ok cos I've planned for so long...
  18. Franco

    Medical conditions

    Hi all I start my camino on 26th April from sjpp. I am an insulin depentant diabetic since 1971. It will certainly be a challenge for me.I am taking all my meds with me and I have to ensure I have lots of food on me at all times. My younger brother who was also a diabetic passed away in Spain...
  19. CaminoKate0214

    several questions all together

    Good advice, all of this. No circulatory problems but I am predisposed to musculo-skeletal problems. I can take anti-inflam mes no problem. I have talked to my podiatrist about the tendonosis, but am going to call again for another appointment and talk more. Thank you!
  20. Urban Trekker

    several questions all together

    ...your diabetes preclude you from taking oral anti-inflammatory medications? Cortisone is a inject-able anti-inflammatory and should not cause insulin fluctuation. Is your diabetes causing circulatory problems in your lower legs. Have you talked to your doctor or podiatrist about you...

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