Recent Content by Saorlan

It is really hard. for years my GP has actively told me not to do low carb and in spite of, or because of, being on meds I’ve put on weight which is so counter productive. However I took things into my own hands and have been following an 800 calorie diet which is also low carb. I’ve stopped my...

No! I’ve had the same experience. Desperate for some pineapple and really, really enjoyed it but it put my blood glucose up to 13 from 7. I miss fruit but have learned to love raspberries and blueberries!

Thanks, I need this sort of grounded response. I am in the uk and will get what I need from the gp. I’m sure I’ll get used to it. I think being on metformin allowed me to stay in denial...now there’s no way I can deny the reality of T2 .....onwards

My gp said it was 'in the 80s'. Last time was 56 and the time before 42. I’ve experienced a lot of stress and wonder if that’s made the difference. I’m very confused by the carbohydrates, rather by the mixed messages...my gut sense is for low carb high protein but I’m told that to avoid hypos I...

Yes, I did think that was the logical answer. Thanks...

Thanks, that’s helpful....I think that’s the scary thing...all this stuff going on and I had no idea.

hi, I’ve been using metformin for about 6years and because of side effects and the fact that my blood sugar levels were rising my go has put me on glipizide. I’m nervous about taking it because of the seemingly high risk of hypos and would like to hear what other people’s experience is. I’ve...