jhoop Posted July 20, 2014 Share Posted July 20, 2014 I am a type 1 diabetic and I use 100% dextrose (glucose) instead of glucose tablets with other junk in them when I have a low bood sugar. I have always been told that dextrose is the best way to raise blood sugar as it doesnt have to be converted like fructose. Is this ok to have when I have low blood sugars while on the whole30? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Tom Denham Posted July 20, 2014 Moderators Share Posted July 20, 2014 Sure. You are using dextrose as medicine in your case and I am assuming this is with the consent or advice of your doctor. The Whole30 ban on all forms of added sugar is not meant to change medical response protocols, just to interrupt the habitual eating habits of modern people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Overhaul Posted July 29, 2014 Share Posted July 29, 2014 jhoop, Have you started the whole30 yet? I'm also a type 1 diabetic (diagnosed at age 44). Just curious how it is going for you. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhoop Posted July 29, 2014 Author Share Posted July 29, 2014 Overhaul, I am on day 9, and its going great. I have only had one or two higher blood sugars, and a couple lows overnight (needing less insulin, so that's good). I feel really good and lots of energy. You were diagnosed with type 1 at age 44? That is interesting. I've always thought type 1 happens early in life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbenjamin Posted July 30, 2014 Share Posted July 30, 2014 Getting prepared to start Whole30 soon. I'm type 1, have been for 20 years, and I'm nervous about lows. Glad to see that sugar to up BG is kosher. Any advice for a newbie with T1? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhoop Posted July 30, 2014 Author Share Posted July 30, 2014 If you are used to eating lots of processed foods, you will naturally be eating less carbs on a whole foods diet, so be prepared to lower your insulin levels as needed. And to have a much easier time controlling them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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