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    Low Carb - explained in 60 seconds

    I am a type 1 diabetic. I am following a low carb / keto diet and have been doing so for a while. However, I'm finding that even non starthy veg and protein makes my blood sugar rise. Can anyone tell me how to count protein as carbohydrates so I can adjust my insulin at mealtimes. DAFNE only...
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    Hunger

    Yes, I've been doing intermittent fasting for a while now, and over time, you do find the urge to eat goes away.
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    Charcot Arthropathy

    Try and keep the boot on it, stabilise the foot, and prevents further breakages. They will keep taking the temperature of your foot regularly. Once it's the same as your other foot the boot can come off (9-12 months) but you will find your foot is very stiff and it will take time and alot of...
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    Freestyle Libre app and NovoPen 6 and 5 plus, you can now connect your pen . in the freestyle Libre app

    Why do you need the pharmacy pip code this works just by scanning direct into the app. You have to distinguish between insulin pens before you scan but it works fine.
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    Charcot foot… am I in denial???

    I'm having a similar problem to you. Temperature checks taken on a foot which is wrapped up very securely and warm in a padded boot. Oh look your foot temperature is higher than the other one, what a surprise? Does anyone here know where in the UK there is a charcot foot specialist or any...
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    Charcot foot… am I in denial???

    Similar to you I was diagnosed with charcot foot last year because my left foot was warmer than the other. I have other complex medical conditions alongside this diagnosis. Diabetic neuropathy (sensory and motor), a slipped disc 6 years ago with resulting severe sciatica which damaged the...
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