Recent Content by magriffe1

I've recently been making 'energy balls'. Some of the recipes include ingredients like dessicated coconut and ground almonds. They're great for a mid-morning snack. You should be able to find recipes on the internet. The only trouble with them is that they are so delicious that one at a time...

I've been on Metformin since I was diagnosed 6 months ago. I'm embarrassed to report that there has been the odd time when I haven't made it as far as a toilet. However there are some days when I have no problems. It makes me wonder if there are certain foods that the Metformin reacts with...

I was diagnosed with T2 six months ago. I've found that when I have the willpower to do aerobic exercise or strength training each day then I have more energy and am less tired. Unfortunately my willpower has failed me recently and if I sit down in the afternoon I fall asleep. Also I have the...

4 months ago at 62

My HbA1c was 39 last week. My DN seemed pleased with that. Overall things seem to be going well but I think being vegan helps and having daily 'green smoothies'. Is anyone else vegan and if so do they think it helps with their diabetes? I also take loads of supplements and am trying to do...

When you get a cold, try taking two echinacia tablets three times a day. That should clear it up quickly.

Hi! I'd been vegetarian for over 40 years and remained healthy with a normal bmi all that time until about 9 years ago when I had a breakdown and was put on some heavy duty drugs. They made me lethargic and led to my gaining 5 stone over those 9 years - mainly round the waist. I comfort ate...

Can anyone suggest a good book for carb counting, please. I'll like to experiment with a low carb diet as I'm type 2 and need to lose a vast amount of weight. Thanks. :?: