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Because I was testing for ketones and monitoring that at first. With the medication these were reduced to zero. The doctor explained that this is what the medication does. It's the one thing I have to agree with her on

Thank you for your response. I haven't really taken advice directly from NHS but diabetic information available. I have had great success in the past on low carb eating plans (not diets specifically). I was one of the first to try out the Michel Montignac regime. After self-doubting for months...

There is a reason for the carb focus in my case. My exercise is around 2 hours of fast walking (7-9 miles) per day, and I need the carbs to fuel this. Saying this I don't think my carb count is excessive. I believe it's the carb that sugars that is really crucial to a diabetic, so all of the...

Hi, I used to do the finger jab tests meticulously. But my original GP just threw my efforts in the bin saying she's only interested in morning and evening measures. Then I discovered the HbA1c which seems to be a better measure as not prone to time of day variations, and my own competence at...

My only routine meal is breakfast: Usually I start with a carbohydrate breakfast, like greek yoghurt with berry fruit, or porridge with half water - half semi skimmed milk, and a teaspoon of sugar free syrup. Lunch could be protein like some chicken or chilli con carne, with veg or rice. Maybe...

I'm also fed up - sorry I cannot offer any solution, but perhaps assurance you're not the only one. I was diagnosed type 2 18 months ago. I have a history in my family, but my GP considered it punishment for years of wilfully abusing my health (I walk 5-10 miles every day, am about 2 stone over...