Heads Up! I Saw A Bargain Here! NON watch items

[CVP33]

RAV power Easter sale. Batteries and hubs and good prices save up to 30% AND 11% rebate from TopCash.

20000mAh 60w nets to $47 after rebate. (I only buy Anker or RavPower after a couple of Amazon no-name-duds)

https://www.ravpower.com/pages/happy-easter-day

[The Sultan of SoWhat]

Deal on Apple MacBook Air at Amazon: $799.99. That's 20% off the usual price.

Another 5% off if you use the Amazon credit card from Chase.

1 day shipping.

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[BostonCharlie]

I'll spare the backstory and just say I recently wanted to start monitoring my blood sugar. Naturally I started searching the web and found many options. After sifting through them I had to laugh, because the best rated name brand OTC tester was at my local Walmart.

What makes this is a deal is that while Walmart (and probably other pharmacies) will sell you a legit full kit for $20, many rando 3rd party sellers on Amazon will gladly charge you more. In addition, the Walmart kit includes the lancing device and lances, which wasn't obvious at all from its online listing.

Ascensia Contour Next ONE (slaves to strange product naming?)
Product review here.
Sold at Walmart by Walmart:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/CONTOUR-NEXT ... 1545474442



Above kit includes their own lancing device + 20 lances (mine did, anyhow, to my surprise). Looks like this but w/o the packaging:


What it doesn't include is control solution, which you use to test the meter and the strips (if you suspect they've gone bad -- guess they're sensitive). I wanted to buy from someplace that would have handled it appropriately and not sell me something out of date. Shipped, these guys are the same price as other anonymous "third parties":

https://www.adwdiabetes.com/product/769 ... l-solution

[BostonCharlie]

I'll spare the backstory and just say I recently wanted to start monitoring my blood sugar. Naturally I started searching the web and found many options. After sifting through them I had to laugh, because the best rated name brand OTC tester was at my local Walmart.

What makes this is a deal is that while Walmart (and probably other pharmacies) will sell you a legit full kit for $20, many rando 3rd party sellers on Amazon will gladly charge you more. In addition, the Walmart kit includes the lancing device and lances, which wasn't obvious at all from its online listing.

Ascensia Contour Next ONE (slaves to strange product naming?)
Product review here.
Sold at Walmart by Walmart:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/CONTOUR-NEXT ... 1545474442



Above kit includes their own lancing device + 20 lances (mine did, anyhow, to my surprise). Looks like this but w/o the packaging:


What it doesn't include is control solution, which you use to test the meter and the strips (if you suspect they've gone bad -- guess they're sensitive). I wanted to buy from someplace that would have handled it appropriately and not sell me something out of date. Shipped, these guys are the same price as other anonymous "third parties":

https://www.adwdiabetes.com/product/769 ... l-solution

I've been a diabetic for 12+ years, if you've had an official diagnosis, welcome to the "club".

That's a good device, I've had it. The downside is the strips. Expensive if you're insurance doesn't cover them. Control solution? Not really necessary, but doesn't hurt having it.

Walmart sells a brand of meter and strips (Relion) that are quite inexpensive and in my experience, work just as well as the "big name" systems I've had.

It's too late since you've made the purchases but talk to your endocrinologist/primary. They'll be able to prescribe a machine/strips that your insurance covers. Again, moot since you've already made a purchase, so in that case talk to them about a Constant Glucose Monitor. A sensor on your arm twice a month and an app on your phone. Keep the finger poke machine for a back up.

[BostonCharlie]

I'll spare the backstory and just say I recently wanted to start monitoring my blood sugar. Naturally I started searching the web and found many options. After sifting through them I had to laugh, because the best rated name brand OTC tester was at my local Walmart.

What makes this is a deal is that while Walmart (and probably other pharmacies) will sell you a legit full kit for $20, many rando 3rd party sellers on Amazon will gladly charge you more. In addition, the Walmart kit includes the lancing device and lances, which wasn't obvious at all from its online listing.

Ascensia Contour Next ONE (slaves to strange product naming?)
Product review here.
Sold at Walmart by Walmart:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/CONTOUR-NEXT ... 1545474442



Above kit includes their own lancing device + 20 lances (mine did, anyhow, to my surprise). Looks like this but w/o the packaging:


What it doesn't include is control solution, which you use to test the meter and the strips (if you suspect they've gone bad -- guess they're sensitive). I wanted to buy from someplace that would have handled it appropriately and not sell me something out of date. Shipped, these guys are the same price as other anonymous "third parties":

https://www.adwdiabetes.com/product/769 ... l-solution

I've been a diabetic for 12+ years, if you've had an official diagnosis, welcome to the "club".

That's a good device, I've had it. The downside is the strips. Expensive if you're insurance doesn't cover them. Control solution? Not really necessary, but doesn't hurt having it.

Walmart sells a brand of meter and strips (Relion) that are quite inexpensive and in my experience, work just as well as the "big name" systems I've had.

It's too late since you've made the purchases but talk to your endocrinologist/primary. They'll be able to prescribe a machine/strips that your insurance covers. Again, moot since you've already made a purchase, so in that case talk to them about a Constant Glucose Monitor. A sensor on your arm twice a month and an app on your phone. Keep the finger poke machine for a back up.

Thanks for the insider tips!

[bobusa]

I'll spare the backstory and just say I recently wanted to start monitoring my blood sugar. Naturally I started searching the web and found many options. After sifting through them I had to laugh, because the best rated name brand OTC tester was at my local Walmart.

What makes this is a deal is that while Walmart (and probably other pharmacies) will sell you a legit full kit for $20, many rando 3rd party sellers on Amazon will gladly charge you more. In addition, the Walmart kit includes the lancing device and lances, which wasn't obvious at all from its online listing.

Ascensia Contour Next ONE (slaves to strange product naming?)
Product review here.
Sold at Walmart by Walmart:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/CONTOUR-NEXT ... 1545474442



Above kit includes their own lancing device + 20 lances (mine did, anyhow, to my surprise). Looks like this but w/o the packaging:


What it doesn't include is control solution, which you use to test the meter and the strips (if you suspect they've gone bad -- guess they're sensitive). I wanted to buy from someplace that would have handled it appropriately and not sell me something out of date. Shipped, these guys are the same price as other anonymous "third parties":

https://www.adwdiabetes.com/product/769 ... l-solution

I've been a diabetic for 12+ years, if you've had an official diagnosis, welcome to the "club".

That's a good device, I've had it. The downside is the strips. Expensive if you're insurance doesn't cover them. Control solution? Not really necessary, but doesn't hurt having it.

Walmart sells a brand of meter and strips (Relion) that are quite inexpensive and in my experience, work just as well as the "big name" systems I've had.

It's too late since you've made the purchases but talk to your endocrinologist/primary. They'll be able to prescribe a machine/strips that your insurance covers. Again, moot since you've already made a purchase, so in that case talk to them about a Constant Glucose Monitor. A sensor on your arm twice a month and an app on your phone. Keep the finger poke machine for a back up.

Isn’t type-2 diabetes reversible?


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[The Sultan of SoWhat]

MoT forum people are good, helpful people!

[MoT]

I'll spare the backstory and just say I recently wanted to start monitoring my blood sugar. Naturally I started searching the web and found many options. After sifting through them I had to laugh, because the best rated name brand OTC tester was at my local Walmart.

What makes this is a deal is that while Walmart (and probably other pharmacies) will sell you a legit full kit for $20, many rando 3rd party sellers on Amazon will gladly charge you more. In addition, the Walmart kit includes the lancing device and lances, which wasn't obvious at all from its online listing.

Ascensia Contour Next ONE (slaves to strange product naming?)
Product review here.
Sold at Walmart by Walmart:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/CONTOUR-NEXT ... 1545474442



Above kit includes their own lancing device + 20 lances (mine did, anyhow, to my surprise). Looks like this but w/o the packaging:


What it doesn't include is control solution, which you use to test the meter and the strips (if you suspect they've gone bad -- guess they're sensitive). I wanted to buy from someplace that would have handled it appropriately and not sell me something out of date. Shipped, these guys are the same price as other anonymous "third parties":

https://www.adwdiabetes.com/product/769 ... l-solution

I've been a diabetic for 12+ years, if you've had an official diagnosis, welcome to the "club".

That's a good device, I've had it. The downside is the strips. Expensive if you're insurance doesn't cover them. Control solution? Not really necessary, but doesn't hurt having it.

Walmart sells a brand of meter and strips (Relion) that are quite inexpensive and in my experience, work just as well as the "big name" systems I've had.

It's too late since you've made the purchases but talk to your endocrinologist/primary. They'll be able to prescribe a machine/strips that your insurance covers. Again, moot since you've already made a purchase, so in that case talk to them about a Constant Glucose Monitor. A sensor on your arm twice a month and an app on your phone. Keep the finger poke machine for a back up.

Isn’t type-2 diabetes reversible?


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Not completely, and not everyone. Depending on how long a person has gone undiagnosed and if there are other comorbidities, they may always be on medication(s). For others, it can be managed with lifestyle and diet. However, it is a progressive disease and for many, there will come a time when medication is necessary.

[Halaku]

I'll spare the backstory and just say I recently wanted to start monitoring my blood sugar. Naturally I started searching the web and found many options. After sifting through them I had to laugh, because the best rated name brand OTC tester was at my local Walmart.

What makes this is a deal is that while Walmart (and probably other pharmacies) will sell you a legit full kit for $20, many rando 3rd party sellers on Amazon will gladly charge you more. In addition, the Walmart kit includes the lancing device and lances, which wasn't obvious at all from its online listing.

Ascensia Contour Next ONE (slaves to strange product naming?)
Product review here.
Sold at Walmart by Walmart:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/CONTOUR-NEXT ... 1545474442



Above kit includes their own lancing device + 20 lances (mine did, anyhow, to my surprise). Looks like this but w/o the packaging:


What it doesn't include is control solution, which you use to test the meter and the strips (if you suspect they've gone bad -- guess they're sensitive). I wanted to buy from someplace that would have handled it appropriately and not sell me something out of date. Shipped, these guys are the same price as other anonymous "third parties":

https://www.adwdiabetes.com/product/769 ... l-solution

I've been a diabetic for 12+ years, if you've had an official diagnosis, welcome to the "club".

That's a good device, I've had it. The downside is the strips. Expensive if you're insurance doesn't cover them. Control solution? Not really necessary, but doesn't hurt having it.

Walmart sells a brand of meter and strips (Relion) that are quite inexpensive and in my experience, work just as well as the "big name" systems I've had.

It's too late since you've made the purchases but talk to your endocrinologist/primary. They'll be able to prescribe a machine/strips that your insurance covers. Again, moot since you've already made a purchase, so in that case talk to them about a Constant Glucose Monitor. A sensor on your arm twice a month and an app on your phone. Keep the finger poke machine for a back up.

The arm sensor and app are the most convenient and easy to use , but it comes with a catch, insurance will only cover it if you take insulin twice a day or more . At least thats what my mom’s insurance says . An excellent book i found of great help was .. The End of Diabetes by Joel Fuhrman


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[BostonCharlie]

I'll spare the backstory and just say I recently wanted to start monitoring my blood sugar. Naturally I started searching the web and found many options. After sifting through them I had to laugh, because the best rated name brand OTC tester was at my local Walmart.

What makes this is a deal is that while Walmart (and probably other pharmacies) will sell you a legit full kit for $20, many rando 3rd party sellers on Amazon will gladly charge you more. In addition, the Walmart kit includes the lancing device and lances, which wasn't obvious at all from its online listing.

Ascensia Contour Next ONE (slaves to strange product naming?)
Product review here.
Sold at Walmart by Walmart:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/CONTOUR-NEXT ... 1545474442



Above kit includes their own lancing device + 20 lances (mine did, anyhow, to my surprise). Looks like this but w/o the packaging:


What it doesn't include is control solution, which you use to test the meter and the strips (if you suspect they've gone bad -- guess they're sensitive). I wanted to buy from someplace that would have handled it appropriately and not sell me something out of date. Shipped, these guys are the same price as other anonymous "third parties":

https://www.adwdiabetes.com/product/769 ... l-solution

I've been a diabetic for 12+ years, if you've had an official diagnosis, welcome to the "club".

That's a good device, I've had it. The downside is the strips. Expensive if you're insurance doesn't cover them. Control solution? Not really necessary, but doesn't hurt having it.

Walmart sells a brand of meter and strips (Relion) that are quite inexpensive and in my experience, work just as well as the "big name" systems I've had.

It's too late since you've made the purchases but talk to your endocrinologist/primary. They'll be able to prescribe a machine/strips that your insurance covers. Again, moot since you've already made a purchase, so in that case talk to them about a Constant Glucose Monitor. A sensor on your arm twice a month and an app on your phone. Keep the finger poke machine for a back up.

The arm sensor and app are the most convenient and easy to use , but it comes with a catch, insurance will only cover it if you take insulin twice a day or more . At least thats what my mom’s insurance says . An excellent book i found of great help was .. The End of Diabetes by Joel Fuhrman


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It's always a good idea for a person to check with their insurance about coverage. Mine does cover the CGM without being on insulin, but I know many do not.

[CVP33]

Well here’s an oddball item…until you need it. My digital caliper arrived today and it’s a solid piece. Very good construction, stainless steel and at $17.50 after coupon its a bargain.

Digital Caliper, HARDELL 6 Inch Stainless Steel Calipers Measuring Tool with Large LCD Screen, Electronic Vernier Caliper Micrometer with Ruler, Auto-Off Feature, Inch/Millimeter Conversion, Orange https://a.co/d/hWgVExJQ

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[Rabirnie]

Good deal on gift cards from Chili's.
Today only.

[CVP33]

TurtleWax Deal again. - > https://www.turtlewax.com/

MAY20 = 20% OFF / spend over $20 get free shipping.

Hidden gem is their Graphene Tire Shine.

$36 Buy 3
$28.80 after code MAY20
- $9 eBate
- $2.12 TopCash 7.35% rebate
$17.68 for 3 or $5.89ea.

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[CVP33]

PSA for new members to check rebate sites before you pull the trigger and buy. Over $4,500 for me and this doesn’t include my SlickDeals, DiscoverCard cashback, Kohls cash and Amazon 5% credit card. Altogether well over $5,000.

I’ve also had a PayPal account for nearly 20 years and never paid interest on the free financing and an eBay account, also 22 years and used to have a ton of eBay cash rewards back in the day.

[CVP33]

Great little massage gun. Reg. $69.99 and sale $19.98 w/coupon

I have this model in C/F and love it:
- Travel case
- 6 heads
- Quiet motor
- Only 2 pounds
- Long batter life
- 17,000+ reviews and 4.4 stars

https://a.co/d/cPthkmw