1 Not all insulin types are available for use in insulin pen cartridges. 2  Insulin pens do not let you mix insulin types, which means that if the insulin mixture you need is not available as a pre-mix, two injections must be given-one for each type of insulin. 3  Insulin pens should only be used for self-injection. The size of the numbers on the pen dose dial and whether they are magnified. 2  The amount of strength and dexterity required to operate the pen. 3  How to correct a mistake if you dial the wrong dose into the pen. 4  The way the pen indicates whether or not there is enough insulin left in it for your entire dose.
Raw carrots, celery, green beans, etcâ¦ anything on the 'wet' vegetable list! Wet vegetables are those with a lot of water in them so they are considered free foods on most diabetic plans. Starchy vegetables like potatoes, yams, chick peas, etc.. are not free foods.
What can I eat?. Fortunately, diabetes is not a life sentence to a rigid meal plan that deprives you of all the foods you love. In fact, the concept of a diabetes diet is mostly myth.The best diet for a person with diabetes is the same healthy diet that's best for everyone.hat can I eat?. Fortunately, diabetes is not a life sentence to a rigid meal plan that deprives you of all the foods you love. In fact, the concept of a diabetes diet is mostly myth.