Recent Content by Loumo

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    Low Carb, should I count calories?

    Thanks Nicole I’ll definitely listen to the podcast.
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    Low Carb, should I count calories?

    Hi Nicole, I’m over 40 (only just ) and a woman so your advice is perfect! I’m going to look into intermittent fasting now...... thank you!
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    Low Carb, should I count calories?

    Thanks Bluetit1802 I will do just that.
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    Low Carb, should I count calories?

    All sounds sensible, thanks again Resurgam. You make a good point Bulkbiker, I am probably guilty of being a tad impatient, especially after seeing the fast results of the Newcastle diet.
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    Low Carb, should I count calories?

    Hi Resurgam, Lol re grandchildren getting lighter My BG is close to normal, fasting 5-6, 7-8 or less after a meal, I do a lot of exercise (Running and HIIT about 5 times a week) but I like your suggestion of mixing things up a bit exercise wise, I think I may try more resistance and weights...
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    Low Carb, should I count calories?

    Hi All, I’ve been following LCHF for the last month or so after losing 3 stone on the Newcastle diet, I’m type 2 and have managed to reduce meds and am now taking just Metformin. I’m currently just under 15 stone and would like to lose another 2 or 3 stone. My weight loss has stalled over...
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    Newcastle Diet Help

    Thanks for the really interesting replies and fab advice! I wish I'd posted on here sooner, it's felt like a lonely journey at times. I'm doing this without my GP's direct support. I don't have time for numerous appointments to discuss reduction of meds, when I've often found I am the best...
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    Newcastle Diet Help

    I've been a keen reader of posts on here and have found them a great support, I'm half way through week 6 of the Newcastle Diet (Having 3 Low Sugar Exante Shakes and 200 cals of veg everyday) I've lost about 2,5 stone, have been feeling good and have seen a significant reduction in my FBG...