Test strips are a necessary part of a multi-step process for monitoring and managing diabetes. With daily monitoring using test strips and a glucose monitor, healthy eating and lifestyle changes, the toll the disease takes on the body can be minimized or delayed.

A Medical Device

Test strips are small but powerful medical devices that are combined with a glucose monitor to measure the amount of sugar in the bloodstream. A high reading by the glucose monitor indicates that insulin needs to be administered. If the reading is too low, it’s an indication that an individual needs to eat something to increase glucose to an optimal level.

The Role of Glucose

The body uses glucose to fuel itself and provide the energy to walk, run and perform ordinary activities. Glucose levels that are too low cause symptoms that can include shakiness, confusion, rapid heartbeat, dizziness, and can lead to coma.

The symptoms of glucose levels that are too high include blurred vision, tiredness, irritability, and excessive thirst and urination along with coma Test strips and a glucose monitor are used to keep track of how high or low glucose levels are throughout the day.

Health Complications

Test strips provide the information individuals need to minimize and delay diabetes related complications ranging from heart and kidney disease to nerve and blood vessel damage, along with the potential for amputation. The disease also takes a toll on mental health. There are dozens of decisions each day about what to consume, how much and when. There’s a considerable amount of worry, anxiety and even fear that comes along with being diagnosed as diabetic.

Control is Key

Diet, exercise, lifestyle changes and glucose level monitoring are all steps in controlling the disease. There’s no cure for diabetes, but the measures individuals take after they’ve been diagnosed will have an impact on their future health and wellbeing, both physically and mentally. Test strips are an integral part of diabetic health and wellbeing.

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There’s far more to managing diabetes than just testing glucose levels regularly and
administering insulin when needed. People that don’t have the disease are unaware of the
many choices and changes that diabetics must make each day to be healthy and reduce the risk
of a variety of serious health problems. There are 4 goals in managing diabetes, all of which are
designed to help people live longer lives.
Healthy Food
Eating a healthy diet and consuming the proper portion sizes are critical to mitigate the risk of
high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol levels and heart disease – to name a few. The foods
that diabetics eat and the beverages they consume can literally make the difference in life and
death.
Healthy Weight
Diabetics that maintain a healthy weight have more energy, feel less tired, experience fewer
infections, and heal faster. Proper nutrition is an element in maintaining a healthy weight and
even losing weight.
Move More
When individuals follow proper nutrition and maintain a healthy weight, they’re better able to
move and engage in activities they enjoy. No one has to spend hours at the gym to move and
get more exercise. Nor do they have to perform activities they don’t like. Diabetics should
choose to engage in things they enjoy such as gardening, dancing or horseback riding.
Take Medication
One of the 4 primary goals of managing diabetes is taking prescribed medication as directed.
Some people are tempted to skip or stop medications because they feel good. Exercise, proper
nutrition, maintaining a proper weight and taking medications are all part of effective diabetes
management.
Staying Healthy
Attaining those 4 goals will help in mitigating health-related problems associated with diabetes
that includes the pain and tingling of neuropathy and going blind. It will help protect against
developing kidney disease, teeth problems, and gum disease, along with heart disease, high
blood pressure, and elevated cholesterol levels for a longer life.

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Technology has increased the ability for people to monitor and manage their diabetes more effectively. One of those is continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems. They eliminate the need for multiple finger pricks to obtain a blood sample for testing.

CGMs monitor glucose levels through an adhesive sensor that’s placed on the arm or abdomen. It has a small needle that’s inserted into the skin and held in place by the adhesive backing. Readings are sent to a phone or a specific monitor designed for the task. Depending on the brand, sensor patches will need to be replaced every 4 to 10 days.

The sensors monitor the fluid between cells and takes readings every few minutes. It’s the equivalent to testing glucose levels approximately 300 times per day. The sensor patches notify individuals when their blood sugar levels go above or below a specified reading. The reading will tell them if they need to administer insulin or consume something to raise glucose levels.

CGMs are extremely helpful in identifying trends and patterns in glucose levels. They’re especially beneficial for those that work out, exercise regularly, or have jobs that can make monitoring difficult. The devices are FDA-approved and can only be obtained with a prescription. Depending on the brand, the readers cost between $200 and $300. That doesn’t include the cost of sensors that can run $400 to $500 per month.

The technology is effectively out of reach for many people. Some health insurance companies consider them a covered expense, other don’t. Not all state’s Medicaid program cover them, will only do so for Type 1 diabetes, or for children.

Some states also have strict criteria about the frequency of doctor visits, number of times a person tests each day, and their A1C levels. Some states will only accept a diagnosis of the disease from an endocrinologist. Medicare will cover 80 percent of the cost, but also has stringent requirements as to who qualifies for the technology.

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The holidays are filled with temptation. Rich foods, high-carbohydrate snacks and alcoholic drinks all present a clear and present danger if you’re diabetic. It’s exceedingly difficult to manage diabetes during the year and holidays don’t make it any easier to maintain control of your blood sugar levels. The following tips can help you minimize highs and lows of blood glucose levels during holiday celebrations.

Insulin Go Kit

It’s almost inevitable that at some point during the holidays you’re going to slip up and eat something that will affect your blood sugar levels. That’s why it’s vitally important that you have a go-kit with testing supplies and insulin with you at all times. Be sure to test more often.

Eat Before You Go

Eating a regular, healthy diet before attending parties will make you feel full and less likely to indulge at a party. You can still enjoy any low-carb, low-sugar treats that are on the menu.

Alcohol

Stay away from alcoholic drinks. Whether it’s beer or mixed drinks, they have high levels of sugar. Even mocktails can have elevated sugar levels due to the fruits and syrups that are used.

Sweets

Many hosts don’t understand that treats that claim to be no-sugar or “diabetic safe” can contain significant amounts of sugar. The body doesn’t distinguish between different types of sweeteners – it treats them all the same. It can be helpful to bring a gift of treats to share that you know are safe for you to eat.

Meals

Try to maintain a regular eating schedule during the holidays, don’t skip meals and eat slowly. Consider bringing a dish of vegetables to share that you like and are low carb. Avoid candied fruits and vegetables and keep portions small. Certain types of meat can also increase blood sugar levels.

Unreasonable Limits

Don’t place unreasonable limits on yourself. There’s no reason why you can’t enjoy a nibble of the exceptional foods you’ll encounter during the holidays. It’s important that you also forgive yourself if you make a mistake – you’re only human. You can monitor your sugar levels at celebrations and administer insulin if necessary.

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The number of diabetic test strips a person uses each day varies widely. There’s no set number. Someone that’s newly diagnosed with the disease will use more than someone who has their diabetes tightly in control. The number of times people test their glucose levels each day is complicated.

They may be uninsured or underinsured and unable to afford insurance co-pays or the cost to purchase strips at over-the-counter retail prices. Diabetic test strips are not cheap. People may go without testing due to cost. Unfortunately, many insurance companies override the recommendations of the patient’s doctor.

A patient’s insurance company has a direct impact on testing. Some people that are well-managed can test as little as 4 times per day. Others with Type 1 diabetes, formerly known as juvenile diabetes, may need to test 10 to 12 times a day.

Insurance companies have widely differing policies when paying for test strips. Insurers may pay for a set amount that’s not enough or more than the individual needs. Others base their policies on what someone with well-managed diabetes may need, while discounting the requirements of newly diagnosed patients.

It takes time for people to coordinate and control all the variables connected with diabetes and that’s especially true for youngsters that develop the disease. Testing will also be dependent on factors ranging from if an individual is prediabetic or taking insulin, their age, and A1C profile.

Further complicating the issue of test strips is a trend by non-diabetics to test their glucose levels due to fear of developing the disease. Others are concerned about medications they’re taking that increase glucose levels. Insurers don’t want to pay for either practice, though it can be beneficial for those with a family history of diabetes.

The testing needs for each individual is different. A variety of factors can affect blood glucose levels. Some medications, stress, pain, sleep loss, hormone levels, dehydration, and even caffeine can elevate blood glucose levels, necessitating the need for extra testing.

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Once used, diabetic supplies contaminated with blood are considered biomedical waste and be disposed of in a manner that’s appropriate and approved. Individuals must dispose of their test strips in the same manner as their lancets and syringes, often in a sharps container.

Sharps containers can be purchased at many pharmacies and medical supply outlets, but they can be costly. Cost depends on the size, quality, and model selected. It’s a long-term, ongoing expense. They can be purchased for as little as $6 to as much as $47. Some are clearly marked FDA-approved, while others are not, even though they’re safe to use.

However, a sharps container isn’t always absolutely necessary. The Florida Health Department allows for another method of disposal. Individuals can place their lancets, syringes and test strips in a metal or heavy plastic container, such as a laundry detergent, fabric softener or color safe bleach jug. It can then be placed in the trash.

The container’s top should be secured shut with heavy duty tape when full. The words “medical waste” should be clearly written in marker on the outside of the jug. It’s important for individuals to check with their waste disposal provider to ensure the company permits that type of disposal. Even though the Dept. of Health allows it, some companies won’t accept jugs or sharps containers.

Many counties and health departments have created drop off programs and sites where individuals can leave their sharps containers or laundry jugs for disposal. People may also find the same type of drop off initiatives at clinics, hospitals, medical waste facilities, and pharmacies.

It’s important that diabetic supplies that have come into contact with blood be disposed of properly. The blood itself isn’t dangerous, it’s the potential pathogens that may be contained within the blood that pose a problem, even if individuals aren’t aware of them.

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Most diabetics are worried about not having a large enough sample when testing their glucose levels, receiving an error message, and wasting one of the valuable and expensive strips. What you may not know is that you can also have too much blood on your test strip. Test strips will take up the correct amount of blood, but you don’t want blood covering the end of the strip.

Each test strip manufacturer has a recommended amount of blood needed for their brand of test strips. An over abundance of blood will result in an error message or inaccurate results. Inaccurate readings can also occur if you scrape the test strip over your finger or otherwise have the test strip contact anything other than the blood sample. Fingers that are damp or sticky can throw off readings.

There are very definite guidelines when using test strips to avoid inaccurate readings. You should wash and dry your hands thoroughly each time before you test. A variety of contaminants can be found on the hands, even if they don’t appear dirty.

Hard squeezing of your finger to obtain enough blood shouldn’t be done. People with poor circulation are more apt to do this, as their hands are cold and blood may not flow as freely. Warm your hands before pricking the site for a blood sample.

Blood glucose manufacturers recommend that you use an alcohol wipe to sterilize the testing site. However, many in the medical community are now advising against doing so as it can result in a reading that’s too low.

For decades, individuals have been directed to prick a finger for their blood sample. However, there are more nerve endings in your fingers and many in the medical community are recommending that you use other sites and to change the test site in a regular sequence. Using expired test strips will also result in inaccurate readings.

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People with diabetes must test their blood sugar periodically throughout the day. Doing so is a life and death situation. That testing tells them if they need to inject insulin. Much has been written about the dangers of diabetes and insulin resistance, leading many to take the pre-emptive step of regularly testing and/or using modern technology to track their blood glucose levels in real-time.

An increasing number of doctors are even recommending testing to help people stay healthier by learning how food and exercise affects them and their energy levels. Surprisingly, people are discovering that supposedly healthy options, such as fruit, can spike sugar levels higher than cookies.

Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices make it easy for individuals to track and monitor blood sugar levels, without painful finger pricks, and the technology provides a more accurate and up-to-the-minute view of how dietary choices affect glucose levels. Many people are turning to CGMs or even traditional monitoring methods because they’re at a higher risk of developing the disease due to a family history.

Individuals should know that CGM technology requires a prescription. For those that haven’t been diagnosed as diabetic, insurance probably won’t cover the cost and the devices aren’t cheap. Many insurers won’t cover the cost at all, deeming traditional meters and test strips as a more cost-effective solution for the insurance company.

In some instances, durable medical equipment (DME) insurance benefits may cover the cost. Others are ordering their CGMs from Europe where at least one brand of CGM is available without a prescription.

There are multiple guidelines that diabetics must follow to stay healthy and control their blood sugar levels. The use of CGMs by non-diabetics can provide powerful and important insight into established “rules” by which diabetics currently live. It can be helpful in creating more effective dietary methods of managing diabetes.

The devices are an effective way to preemptively address the disease before it develops. It can be equally important for learning how medications, stress and other factors directly affect blood sugar levels.

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Every diabetic patient knows how expensive test strips are. They’re an essential part of managing the disease. The cost can vary widely, depending on where they’re purchased and if an individual has insurance. The brand of test strips plays a major role in costs, even though the devices are essentially manufactured in the same way and perform the same task.

The average cost of manufacturing a test strip is about 15 cents, yet they can cost as much as $2 each on the shelf. Manufacturers say the expense is due to research and development costs. Overall, test strips are uniformly accurate, though some may produce results that vary up or down by 10 to 20 percent, which is true of most strips.

The most expensive test strips include the following. It’s important for individuals to remember that the pharmacy used and the area of the country will impact costs.

• OneTouch Ultra Blue, $50. 90, 100 count
• One Touch Verio, $49.99, 90 count
• Accu-Chek, $44.99, 100 count
• FreeStyle Lite, $37.97, 100 count
• Contour Next, $30.13, 100 count

Expensive doesn’t mean better. There are plenty of store brand monitors and diabetic test strips that are just as accurate as name brands and they cost considerably less.

The cost of insulin continues to grab headlines across the U.S., while little attention is paid to test strips that are an ongoing month-to-month expense. Meters and test strips account for an estimated 27 percent of diabetes-related expenses. Glucose meters can provide service for up to 10 years, while meter manufacturers say people should replace their meter every five years.

Changing the brand of glucose meter and test strips can help reduce costs, or look into companies that buy test strips and resell them at a discount. In some instances, it’s cheaper to pay cash for test strips and bypass insurance completely.

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Fruit is an essential part of a balanced diet and it provides a natural sweet treat. However, for those with diabetes, fruit can create glucose spikes that makes it more difficult to manage blood sugar levels. In addition to sugar, fruit contains carbohydrates that the body converts into sugar. Fruits should be eaten in moderation and it’s important to count carbs with fruit.

Some types of fruit will increase blood sugar levels faster than others and rate highly on the glycemic index. Some of those include bananas, cherries, figs, grapes, mangos, pineapples and watermelon. That doesn’t mean they should be eliminated from the diet. They just need to be consumed in moderation.

Dried fruits have the water content removed, thereby turning them into concentrated bites of sugar. Canned fruits packed in syrup should be avoided in favor of those packed in water. People with the disease should be careful when consuming fruit juices. They may seem like a good alternative to fruits, but they’re full of sugar.

Choose fruits that have a low glycemic index rating. They include fruits such as apples, blackberries, dates, pears, plums and strawberries. Keep in mind that darker fruits are also heart healthy. Fruits that have a medium rating on the glycemic index are kiwi, oranges, raisins and underripe bananas.

Eating fresh fruits also have other benefits. They contain antioxidants that help neutralize free radicals in the body. Free radicals cause damage at the cellular level and are responsible for early signs of aging. Fresh fruit contains fiber that helps people feel fuller longer and can help in weight loss. Fruits are also beneficial for supporting the immune system.

The bottom line for diabetics is that fruit is an integral part of a healthy diet and has a variety of benefits for the entire body. People with the disease should strive to consume fruits that have a low glycemic index rating and consume them in moderation.

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