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    Hey Ginger,                                                                                                                                                                      Can you explain a bit more about insulin as a “storage” hormone and how it effects your different goals, if you’re trying to lose weight or build muscle?                                                                                    -Scott                                                                                                                                                                               

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    Ginger Vieira

    Ginger Vieira

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    Type 1 for 10 years. Personal Trainer, Yoga Instruc., Powerlifter
    Over 18 Over 18
    posted 2/2, comments(4)
    Managing My Diabetes During RawUnity Powerlifting Competition
    On Saturday, January 30, 2010 I competed with some of the best of the best in the sport of raw powerlifting! Read more
    Anna

    Anna

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    College College
    posted 1/26, comments(1)
    Losing the Daily Routine
    At each appointment with my endocrinologist, I have the opportunity to review my meter readings, pump settings, and daily averages from the last few months.  Read more
    BlondieCutieSmartie

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    I've been a type 1 for 8 years in April
    High School High School
    posted 1/28, comments(3)
    Forgetting to check my BS and take insulin....help?
    Recently I've been forgetting to check my BS as often as I should be, or taking my insulin. Well, I haven't really been forgetting, I'm just being lazy. Read more
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