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Originally Posted by sdkikikins I thought that the object of testing was to capture those peaks and make sure THEY are in range? |
As I have been told and read, the object of testing is for you to acquire knowledge. How you react to certain foods... to exercise... etc. You then use that knowledge to make any necessary changes. I think it is fantastic that you are testing a lot; that is one of the keys to taking good care of yourself.
You should be ready to adapt your testing to your situation. Testing at 2 hours is the "standard", but if you find that 99% of the time you are pretty good and spike at 3-hours, then you should consider discussing this with your diabetes care team and perhaps adjust your testing schedule. Your goal with testing is to learn, adjust and adapt. One system of testing may work for you, but not for me.
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Originally Posted by sdkikikins Also, what if I were to have a small appetizer 30 minutes prior to the "real" meal? Would I test 2 hours after start of the appetizer, or meal? Or, should I just skip the appetizer all together cuz this is all just too much work and I am just too freakin' anal... |
On first reaction, I would say test at 2 hours post meal and forget the appitizer if it was small, low carb, or there was some time between it and the meal. If it was higher carb or close to the main meal, then I would count that as your "start".
But then I have to ask if you are taking any medication in conjuction with your meal (insulin, pills, etc.). If you are taking any meds, then I think you need to consider the timing of the meds, timing of your meal and testing. I think the key is to test to determine how the meds are affecting you in conjuction with the food. Once you learn what your personal patterns tend to be, you can make better decisions.
Let us know how it goes...
