User guide

Fat and blood glucose
Although fat does not have carbohydrate, it may affect your blood glucose level. Your blood glucose can be
normal two hours after a meal with high fat foods. However, four to six hours later your blood glucose will
increase. That is because the fat slows down the rate the carbohydrates are absorbed in that meal.
Foods with fat include:
• margarine • oils • mayonnaise
• salad dressing • nuts • fried foods
• butter • sour cream • whole milk
• cream cheese • bacon • high fat meats
Doctors and health experts suggest that all people, with or without diabetes, eat less total fat—namely less
saturated fat. If you have high cholesterol or are trying to lose weight, it is key to limit the amount of fat
you eat per day.
There are bolus type options available on your pump that can be helpful in handling the rare high-fat meal.
Before using bolus type options, you should be at ease using basic pump features and consult with your
healthcare professional.
Protein and blood glucose
Protein has little effect on blood glucose when eaten in moderate amounts, and normally does not require
any insulin.
Sources of protein include:
• meat • fish • poultry
• eggs • cheese • peanut butter
• tofu • dried beans • dried peas
Protein needs are the same for people with and without diabetes, unless kidney disease is present. Most
people eat more protein than they need. Protein does not need to be part of every meal. In general,
140-200 grams of protein a day is enough. If you have high cholesterol or are trying to lose weight, eat leaner
proteins such as chicken and fish.
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