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- Type of diabetes
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5 years ago, having read early reports of Prof Taylor's work at Newcastle University, I embarked on a mission to 'reverse' my T2, prove doctors wrong, (they said I would not lose weight without bariatric surgery). Essentially it was about regaining control of my own health and well being. At that time I was also awaiting surgery to correct damage from previous abdominal surgeries.
Over a period of six months, I did two periods of Total Food Replacement. The first for 12 weeks, the second for 9 weeks. Within days of the first stint my BG returned to non-diabetic levels. Over the six months I lost 49kg. I found I was able to eat carbs in any quantity without any spikes in BG. My HbA1c readings (every three months) remained consistent at average 36. Stayed that way until recently.
A period of inactivity in the two years following surgery saw me regain some 20kg of the original 49 I had lost. During this time I had been in intensive care, and hospital following the 2 major surgical procedures. Hospital food is notoriously bad. I was also dependent on others for food choices and preparation for almost a year after. Despite this, my BG remained in non-diabetic range. During this period, I was not aware of the Low Carb method of dieting. Foolishly, I had returned to the advised Eatwell method as soon as I was able to manage my own food choices. Interestingly, other members of my family can eat this way without ill effect. They do not have diabetes, though.
Two years ago, I found out about LCHF here at DCUK. Initially it was confusing. I took the HF element a bit too literally. Bullet proof coffee and fat bombs are not for me. What has been beneficial has been the realisation that ENOUGH fat rather than HIGH fat, is what I need.
Which brings me to now.. Three months ago my HbA1c was 41. A couple of weeks ago, that was increased to 43. This despite not indulging in junk foods, but my weight is now probably beyond what the Taylor Newcastle team call the 'personal fat threshold'. Also, as I get older, (I am post menopausal) I believe that fat threshold will be lower. Despite being some 20 kg less than the weight I was 5 years ago, I am still obese.
So I have to take action. I do eat plenty of cheese and nuts, so they will be less. I am not ruling out some further fasting or even following Newcastle diet methods again, but will reassess on a weekly basis. Most importantly, will be more vigilant about regular BG testing.
My main reason for posting is not for a pity party. Just thought it could be of interest to those who have more recent experience of ND. Please don't think that if you achieve 'reversal' that is the end of T2. Management is for life.
Over a period of six months, I did two periods of Total Food Replacement. The first for 12 weeks, the second for 9 weeks. Within days of the first stint my BG returned to non-diabetic levels. Over the six months I lost 49kg. I found I was able to eat carbs in any quantity without any spikes in BG. My HbA1c readings (every three months) remained consistent at average 36. Stayed that way until recently.
A period of inactivity in the two years following surgery saw me regain some 20kg of the original 49 I had lost. During this time I had been in intensive care, and hospital following the 2 major surgical procedures. Hospital food is notoriously bad. I was also dependent on others for food choices and preparation for almost a year after. Despite this, my BG remained in non-diabetic range. During this period, I was not aware of the Low Carb method of dieting. Foolishly, I had returned to the advised Eatwell method as soon as I was able to manage my own food choices. Interestingly, other members of my family can eat this way without ill effect. They do not have diabetes, though.
Two years ago, I found out about LCHF here at DCUK. Initially it was confusing. I took the HF element a bit too literally. Bullet proof coffee and fat bombs are not for me. What has been beneficial has been the realisation that ENOUGH fat rather than HIGH fat, is what I need.
Which brings me to now.. Three months ago my HbA1c was 41. A couple of weeks ago, that was increased to 43. This despite not indulging in junk foods, but my weight is now probably beyond what the Taylor Newcastle team call the 'personal fat threshold'. Also, as I get older, (I am post menopausal) I believe that fat threshold will be lower. Despite being some 20 kg less than the weight I was 5 years ago, I am still obese.
So I have to take action. I do eat plenty of cheese and nuts, so they will be less. I am not ruling out some further fasting or even following Newcastle diet methods again, but will reassess on a weekly basis. Most importantly, will be more vigilant about regular BG testing.
My main reason for posting is not for a pity party. Just thought it could be of interest to those who have more recent experience of ND. Please don't think that if you achieve 'reversal' that is the end of T2. Management is for life.