Recent Content by mangosue

Thanks Fergus, as a newbie this is more than helpful. Beautifully explained. Since visiting the forum some few months back, I have reduced my intake of carbs and I can testify to great all round health results and diabetic control ( have other health issues as well). Blessings

Type 1 on insulin 2x day. Snacks was always a major prob. I use half an apple with a thumb size bit of cheese, or 1/2 Nairns rough oat cakes (low GI) with a smear of peanut butter, or 2/3 strawberries cut really small with a tsp low fat Greek yogurt, or 4/5 cherry tomatoes mixed with 2/3 finely...

Diagnosed as type 1 Oct 08, I admit that I am still quite confused on a number of issues. I was hospitalised for a week as my GP did not diagnose my diabetes and I just about made it to the hospital in a semi-comatose state with a BG of 45. I left the hospital under the impression that I could...

Thanks - think I posted in the wrong place as first time using any kinda forum - will try to repost in intro.

Firstly jus wanna says thanks for all your discussions. Find them enlightening and encouraging. Now have courage to join. Diagnosed as ?type 1 - Oct 08. Diabetes under pretty ok control - but the carb thing ?????? Insulin 2x day, walk loads and even better window shopping - great diabetes...