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    I’ve been drinking more green tea lately, mostly because I enjoy it, but if there are possible health perks, that’s a bonus. I used to...
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    Run them under warm water or rub them together to get the blood flowing. Massage your finger down toward the tip, prick on the side of...
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    Africanaussie replied to the thread Low carb meal plan.
    For breakfast I usually have scrambled eggs with spinach. Lunch is a grilled chicken salad with lots of greens. Dinner’s often baked...
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    Africanaussie replied to the thread Mounjaro......
    I’ve noticed the same thing where after a good loss my weight starts to creep back up. Often it’s just normal ups and downs. You could...
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    Africanaussie replied to the thread Ultra processed food.
    Ultra-processed foods can cause serious health issues, which is why it's important to know what we're consuming. You can find more...
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    I’d say Metformin with just a cup of soup might not be the best idea. From what I’ve experienced and heard, it’s usually smoother when...
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    Africanaussie replied to the thread The Carnivore diet..
    What you're feeling might just be the "keto flu," which happens when your body’s adjusting. It can last a while, and the symptoms, like...
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    Africanaussie replied to the thread Frustration with numbers.
    Sometimes even the stuff that seems fine, like toast, can throw things off. If you’re used to being in the low sevens and it’s spiking...
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    It's wild how inconsistent the info can be depending on the GP. You're not wrong, Mounjaro is available on the NHS for type 2 in some...
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    Even "healthier" carbs like wholewheat bread or pasta can still spike your blood sugar. You might wanna try cutting back on those or...
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    Africanaussie replied to the thread confused and worried.
    Hey @jayne j, I get your concern about insulin, but don’t stress. Your vision should improve as your blood sugars stabilize. Docs are...
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    Africanaussie replied to the thread Diagnosis Limbo.
    It's tough to figure out what's going on, but LADA could be in the mix, especially with how your insulin needs changed. The drop in...
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    Africanaussie replied to the thread Charcot Arthropathy.
    I had a similar situation and also freaked out a bit after reading about Charcot online. Everything sounds worst-case when you Google...