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  1. J

    Going "Out Out"

    I'm going out Tuesday night so I'll let you all know :) Thank you all for comments - I suppose the first time will also provide lessons!
  2. J

    Going "Out Out"

    Thank you!! That's one thing I'm wary of, making sure the people at the bar give Diet Coke! Just wondering, just because I've heard something different: I was told it's good to get a takeaway or something on the way home to bring the levels up in preparation for the drop from alcohol? Thanks...
  3. J

    Going "Out Out"

    This week will be the first time I properly go "out out" i.e. Clubbing since being diagnosed with type one. From what people have said and what I've observed from casual drinking, the risk isn't high blood sugar but low blood sugar when drinking - I've even been told by people including nurses...
  4. J

    Type 1 Cocktails

    Thanks for your response Helen!! I'll definitely try those drinks, thank you [emoji1]
  5. J

    Type 1 Cocktails

    I've been with my type one diabetes for about two months now. At times I'm slowly getting used to it and at other times I'm just in complete denial/breakdown. On the whole my readings are good; I was at the specialist today for a check up and other than one or two, my "scores" were green all...
  6. J

    Diet

    That's reassuring, thank you! And explains the hunger [emoji23] Ah yes moving it would be of help thank you [emoji5]
  7. J

    Diet

    Hi everyone, I'm a newly diagnosed type one diabetic and the main thing on my mind is FOOD! I've never eaten unhealthily but I do like my food, and this includes the odd treat. I was just wondering how other people manage the diet? Everyone keeps telling me that you can still eat normally...
  8. J

    Newly Diagnosed Uni Student

    Had quite the shock this weekend when I was called into the hospital after a regular check up (I only went for this as my parents were concerned about weight loss!) and diagnosed with type one diabetes. This is my first post so I hope people can help and then hopefully I'll be able to help...