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Just had my Hba1c back and I am at 45 down 1 from 46 so still at pre diabetic levels. I was diagnosed type 2 back in June with a Hba1c of 54. Got myself a fitness tracker and drastically reduced the carbs. I am now 3 stones lighter but still need to lose about 60 lbs to get to my goal. In the...

Thanks all for the welcome. I rang the doctors surgery earlier and the Hba1c result was 45 so still pre-diabetic levels but going in the right direction. So it’s proof that LCHF works. Paula

Hi Everyone, . My name is Paula and was diagnosed as Type 2 diabetic last June. I tend to lurk more than post to be honest. I have found the folks on the forum are a mine of information and inspiration. Well here I am six months or so down the line and waiting on my third Hba1c test. My...

Hi Dogby, I never got the pre diabetes warning. I was diagnosed Type 2 last June (was also 53 at the time) I had gone for a high blood pressure annual review. I tend to lurk more than post but there are some wonderful people in this group and they are all a mine of information. Food can be...

Like Levothyroxine for an under active thyroid.

Yes definitely. My diagnosis back in June like most people say was just the kick in the pants I needed and since then I have drastically cut down on the carby stuff. I was tested negative for coeliacs disease but had problems with gluten intolerance. I feel so much better. Lost 2 and a...

Hi Glittersparkles, I think that Type 1.5 is the same as LADA diabetes but I’m sure someone will come along soon and explain the difference. LADA is usually found in older people and a slower onset of diabetes. Hope this helps a little Paula

Hi Emily, which bread are you eating at the moment? I’m a little confused you see. I struggle with bread and cereals but test negative for coeliac disease . However I feel better if I stay away from gluten in general. I find the Livlife Bread is a little friendlier to my stomach. It toasts well...

Hi, I too am recently diagnosed Type 2 as of June 6th and only started metformin a week ago. I am post menopausal but had the first hot flush in about a year last night. I bought the SD codefree meter last week from Home Health’s eBay shop and I’m pleased with it. Plain and simple and does the...