Opinions On deCode T2 Test and DNA Direct
June 14, 2007 by Kendra James, RN
Filed under Diseases & Conditions
So, Hsien over at Eye on DNA has posted the interview that I did with her about the deCode T2 test that DNA Direct facilitated. I don’t know if you remember me mentioning it before but this is the test that confirms whether you carry the gene sequence that puts you at an increased risk to develop diabetes. In plain English, they are looking at your DNA.
Here is a tidbit of the interview…
HL: How has finding out that you tested negative changed the way you think about having diabetes?
KJ: Really… none. The test itself shows if you carry …read more
I Need Your Opinion On Glucometers!
June 13, 2007 by Kendra James, RN
Filed under Diseases & Conditions
Which glucometer do you use? Have you tried more than one or do you have the attitude that if it’s not broke, don’t fix it? Just curious because I think that mine is acting up.
I really think that this could be why the results that are being registered are off. I changed the battery, but it is still acting funny. And the thing is, I think I know how I feel when I am high or low, and it just doesn’t consistently correlate. Who knows? Maybe it is me being goofy, but something is …read more
Diet Tales Of A Diabetic… What’s Your Style?
June 4, 2007 by Kendra James, RN
Filed under Diseases & Conditions
So, I received some samples of a new organic frozen food product. I am suppose to be giving them a try. They are not available on the east coast as of yet, but I would assume that they will be expanding their services. I plan on doing a full write up on the product after my family gets through more of the flavors that were sent. My hubby ate the ginger chicken with beans and some type of whole grain rice like product the other night.
Why did I not taste it myself you ask? Well, …read more




