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Not quite the same thing but I was on a drug trial for cannabis a couple of years ago.

There is a drug test for cannabis as a remedy for type II going on at the moment. First part was about 18months ago, next part is starting in about a month.

Try this: Porridge with one tablespoon of Cinnamon, sliced banana and milk. Cook as usual with the banana in. After simmering for a couple of minutes and while still on the stove, add two eggcups (or more as desired) of Whisky. The alcohol flashes off but the flavour is wonderful. Cheers one up...

I had to give up Statins because of the usual problems, plus provable damage to my liver. I have been on Metformin since. Yesterday my Doctor prescribed for me Ezetrol. She reckons it works in a different way and my be better for me. Time will tell but ti may be worth asking your GP is Statins...

Of course pickled beetroot contains vinegar which is said to be good for assisting in blood sugar control.

I know this is really stupid but I can't see any relationship between the blood sugar levels I read on my own monitor and the HBA1c readings that appear in my regular tests and which the doctor relies on. Is 7.5 to 10.5 a reasonable range (I am 69 years old)? Also how long does "after meal" last...

She could go to ACAS which is a government organisation for enforcing employment law. It sounds as if she might have a case for wrongful dismissal.

Canonelli beans are nice and very good for smoothing the glucose spike. I learned this at my diabetic cookery course. They are good in leek and potato soup too. Martin