Recent Content by Eliza2739

Hey! This was so interesting to see. But it confuses me a little- does that mean it is normal/expected for a non-diabetic (as he says he is) to have spikes after heavy carb meals? Wouldn’t those spikes alone land him with a diagnosis of at least pre-diabetes? I’m new to this world and trying to...

Hey Hey, thanks so much for your supportive response. I have definitely started making big changes, reducing carbs and increasing veg. Need to work on exercise! I am already feeling NO fatigue after eating, in comparison to 3 weeks ago when I felt as though I needed to lie down straight away...

Hi all, Sorry if this comes across as dramatic. I’ve been checking my own BSL’s at home since I started getting heaps of fatigue after eating. I am terrified to go to the doctor before I’ve got my head around things and know where I stand. My fastings have been 5.2-5.7mmol/L My post meals...

Thank you Ian, I appreciate the reassurance a lot.

Thanks Bittern. I’m trying hard not to panic, at this rate I will be diagnosed with gestational diabetes which directs your maternity care a lot in Australia, this is what I’m most fearful of. I appreciate your support :)

Hi Everyone, I’m feeling a bit lost and would love some direction (I know it’s not medical advice). I’m 27, female and have been randomly checking my blood sugars for a couple of months now. My fasting levels are all between 5-6mmol, so I went to the doctor to ask for testing for diabetes. All...