Re: Vit C Question--Type 1 Diabetic

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It can cause false high readings, but it only applies to IV dosing of Vit C and

very high doses. Findings were published in JOMM in Dec of 2006. 2000 ngs of

Vit C is not really considered high dose. My daughter is a T1 diabetic also and

Vit C dozing has not caused her any issues.

Linn

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> Hoping someone can offer guidance.

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> I’m a Type 1 diabetic. I’m concerned with the recommended dose of Vit C

because C effects the chemical in glucose test strips resulting in false low

readings. Since I test my blood sugar 10x daily & dose insulin based on

readings, I assume that even taking Vit C in divided doses throughout the day

would effect this.

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> Is there anything I could use instead of Vit C? Any T1’s have experience

with this?

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> Thanks,

> Gerri

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I'm familiar with Dr. Bernstein and have his books, although I don't agree with

his Vit C info and the only comment I'll make about Metformin is it is a far cry

from a miracle drug, typical mainstream thought process. I think ing,

Cathcart, Hoffer, etc. research on Vit C is definitely worth reading. Then

there's the train of thought that Vit C and ascorbic acid are not the same and

the whole form is best to take. We have had a few people on the list complain

about having BGs increase on iodine/ Vit C, it didn't correlate to A1c's, which

again can depend on the form of the Vit C, some of the supplements contain

carbs. We use whole Vit C in divided doses and have not had any problems.

YMMV. Do note though that iodine can definitely lower BG's, so keep a close eye

out for changes, you may need to lower insulin dosages and/or basal rates.

Don't have access to my regular computer at the moment but will post some info

for you tomorrow regarding iodine and diabetics.

Linn

Moderator

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> > Hoping someone can offer guidance.

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> > I’m a Type 1 diabetic. I’m concerned with the recommended dose of

Vit C because C effects the chemical in glucose test strips resulting in false

low readings. Since I test my blood sugar 10x daily & dose insulin based on

readings, I assume that even taking Vit C in divided doses throughout the day

would effect this.

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> > Is there anything I could use instead of Vit C? Any T1’s have

experience with this?

> >

> > Thanks,

> > Gerri

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[Guest guest]

Just google " whole Vitamin C " and you'll come up with a bunch of choices. Also

make sure to check over any other supplements you're taking to see the amount of

Vit C contained in those.

Info re iodine & diabetes:

http://www.optimox.com/pics/Iodine/IOD-10/IOD_10.htm

Other good Optimox info:

http://www.optimox.com/pics/Iodine/opt_Research_I.shtml

There are other supplements you can add in that will help lower insulin needs

but IMO it would prudent to just start out with the iodine protocol first until

you figure out how it will effect you.

I would use the Vit C in divided doses during the day. I take it 4 times daily,

with meals and at bedtime. I would suggest at least 3 times daily.

The complimentary supplements do not increase, they stay the same no matter the

iodine dose.

Good luck, make sure and keep a close eye on your BGs and keep us posted on your

progress.

(Sorry to take so long to answer, had an injury earlier in the week and got

backlogged.)

Linn

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> > > Hoping someone can offer guidance.

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> > > I’m a Type 1 diabetic. I’m concerned with the

recommended dose of Vit C because C effects the chemical in glucose test strips

resulting in false low readings. Since I test my blood sugar 10x daily & dose

insulin based on readings, I assume that even taking Vit C in divided doses

throughout the day would effect this.

> > >

> > > Is there anything I could use instead of Vit C? Any T1’s have

experience with this?

> > >

> > > Thanks,

> > > Gerri

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