Recent Content by dutch1

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    Coming off metformin?

    I have a meeting with diabetic nurse on the 15th initial hba1c was 85 latest test was 49 am taking 3x 500mlg daily have also lost 3 stone with a shed load still to go but am worried that they will reduce or stop met and i will end up back at square 1. I know it is irational as like yourself i to...
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    Looking to lose 20 lbs in 10 weeks

    just an update to were i am up to my weight is now 21st 0 lb total loss of 38lb [2st 10 lb] ....I also have to thank yorksman for many a great recipe which have really helped especially the rye bread as was really missing the sarnies am also getting to grips with carb counting which is also...
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    Hb 85

    Many thanks for that it really helps
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    Hb 85

    Hi all i am newly diagnosed T2 and they have said my Hb is 85 anyone know how to work that out with the new system many thanks John
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    Need to lose 80kg, starting tomorrow!

    Hi Cass Well done for taking that first step to losing weight ... I too am losing weight at present have lost 31 LB in 10 wks just by changing how i eat i have 3 meals a day have stopped snaking in between which was the hardest part ..i cook everything from scratch and control portion size am...
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    Just had the news..............

    You are right there are carbs but like alot of things fine in moderation Sent from the Diabetes Forum App
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    Looking to lose 20 lbs in 10 weeks

    It has slowed but am still losing on average 1-2lb a week i started st 23st 10lb am now 21st 8lb in 9 wks..i used to avoid evetything brown now its everything white and cook everything from scratch ..Thanks for all the comments and encouragement Sent from the Diabetes Forum App
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    Where are we all from?

    A very sunny liverpool here Sent from the Diabetes Forum App
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    Just had the news..............

    Great fried rice dish yorkman ...i add just a touch of hot sauce just for a little kick Sent from the Diabetes Forum App
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    Reversal.... It can be done... Surprised myself really

    I have taken the xpert sessions and found them very helpful they were not threatening in any way and have managed to lose weight as well.....result all round:grin: Sent from the Diabetes Forum App
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    What is your favorite food in breakfast ?

    2 poached eggs on toasted rye bread Sent from the Diabetes Forum App
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    Just diagnosed with T2 and scared

    I too am recently diagnosed type 2 my initial reaction was ..ok i have it now what do i need to do . Then frustration because i had no help or info on what to do or eat. Then found this site everyone has been very helpfull no matter how daft the question sounds. Have you printed the free recipe...
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    Looking to lose 20 lbs in 10 weeks

    Guy's sorry to but in have just read comments on weight loss and food. First let me say well done on the weight loss. I have recently been diagnosed with type 2 and was not given any info on what i could or could not have so went down the fresh food route with no fat sugar or salt and have lost...
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    Introduce Yourself: Answer Some Personal Questions

    - Include a photo here if you wish to. - What is your name? John - How old are you? 50 - Are you male or female? male - Which country are you from? UK - Which city/area do you live in? Liverpool Merseyside - Are you religious? no - Pick three words to describe your...