My husband just got back his lab results and has a 7.4 A1c. We want to start monitoring his blood glucose levels. I know that many of my Bariatric friends either have or have had diabetes in the past. Do you have any recommendations as far as an accurate glucometer? Pros and cons please.

I'd recommend the Breeze 2 primarily because it uses reloadable discs rather than individual strips. The disc has 10 strips pre-packaged and the pull of the handle reloads for the next check. No worry that if you open the bottle you're playing the proverbial "52 card pickup."

I use an Accu Check Nano. I like it because it doesn't take a gallon of blood for a sample. Its the meter they gave me at the doctor.

I've had the same meter since I was diagnosed about 12 or 13 years ago. It even has a crack in it and still works. The only thing I've ever had to do is change the batteries. It's a One Touch Ultra but now I think they have the One Touch Ultra 2. I'm not sure of the cost but back then I think the meter was about $60. I like it because it shows averages, you can mark your sugars before/after meals, sickness, etc.