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    Same food different reaction

    Recently diagnosed so still learning. I had an almost identical dinner this evening: meatballs in passata with cauliflower rice, broccoli & and few peas. Also had cabbage last time. First time I had this my reading 2hrs post food was +2.5, this evening it was just +0.5. Any ideas why? Thanks all.
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    Net vs Total carb

    Which should I be looking at? I thought I was looking at total carbs but I have recently learnt that UK packaging actually shows net carbs. I’m a recently diagnosed T2 and just learning what works for my body, but now a bit confused. What should I be checking and how do I know what the package...
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    More questions

    A follow up to my earlier post. I have seen the diabetic nurse and tbh although she was very nice the whole appointment was less than helpful. The nurse never even discussed testing/levels/ etc or really made any helpful/useful suggestions. No advice on what to do just signposting me to other...
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    Feeling ashamed with new diagnosis

    Results of 2nd HbA1c at 55 today confirm the diagnosis of T2. Appt booked to see the nurse next week. Feeling ashamed and overwhelmed. It's my fault - very obese, problems with food, severe osteoarthritis in both knees so I don't move much. I've been aware of possibility but I do not have...