Recent Content by sarahg0810

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    high sugar levels

    It could have been the strawberries which caused the rise in your sugar levels, as they are full of natural sugars!! Might be worth trying the porridge without them to see if it makes a difference!! :0) Sent from the Diabetes Forum App
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    light headiness

    Hi Paul, I'm also a type 2 and get the very same dizzy spells. My blood sugar levels have been normal every time too!! I don't think it's an alcohol issue either as I have it during my shifts at work too!! I'm going to ask the Diabetes team about it as it's a really odd sensation!!! Hopefully we...
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    Newly Diagnosed Type 2

    Hi Dave, being a fellow type 2 I am entirely sympathetic to your plight!! I was diagnosed in the new year and found it equally scary!! I take metformin and have not suffered with any of the awful side effects and it has really helped me to control my sugar levels. I also find that doing more...
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    Feeling of hypo in type 2 diabetes

    That's a really good question!! I find that my wobbly moments are usually when mealtimes are nearly due so I try not to snack too much and have my meal a little earlier instead!! Nuts and seeds are good snack foods, and most supermarkets sell snack sized packs of them! Try to avoid the ones with...
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    Diastix testing

    I was recently given Diastix too!! Every reading I've had with them has been negative, even when I've been a bit naughty and had a sweet treat!!!! Weird!!! Sent from the Diabetes Forum App
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    Can stress increase BG!?

    I have to say that, since being diagnosed type 2 earlier this year, I have found a trip to the gym a great stress buster!!!! I can take out all my frustrations on the cardio machines and then chill out in the swimming pool!!! It definitely does wonders for the body too!! Xx Sent from the...
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    Feeling of hypo in type 2 diabetes

    Hi Kris! I'm a type 2 too and I get the same symptoms. It's usually between meals and I used to get a bit panicky until I started checking my blood sugar levels which showed a normal 5.2 or 5.3!!! As has already been said, I think it's just your body adjusting to the changes in your diet, so...
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    Thankyou Mother in law!

    I think some mother-in-laws feel it's normal to be mean to their daughters-in-law!!! Just ignore her and do the best you can to manage your diabetes!!! (If it makes you feel any better, I think my mother-in-law hates me so I steer well clear!!!) xx Sent from the Diabetes Forum App
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    BBC 1 tonight at 9pm

    Let's just hope they don't put such a negative spin on a disease that is nobody's fault!!!!! Sent from the Diabetes Forum App
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    type 2 hypo?

    OMG!!! To lose that much weight is absolutely amazing!!! I've only lost a stone in the last five months since diagnosis and I am in awe of your achievement!!! Your GP needs a kick in the pants!!!!! Please take heart in the fact that you have done do much in a relatively short space of time!!! I...
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    Exhaustion - is it me?

    Hi Bex! Although I'm a type 2, I have to say that feeling tired is definitely a side effect of the diabetes!! Please don't feel bad about it as you are not alone!! It might be worth talking to your doctor about it and see if they can make things a bit easier with a change of insulin maybe, but...
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    Can you overdose on green tea?

    I have to admit to being a recent convert to green tea, (I love the jasmine and lemon flavoured ones from Sainsburys!). I tend to drink 6 to 8 cups a day and there have been no ill effects so far!! I actually feel better for avoiding coffee and the flavours of the tea are a yummy alternative...
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    has anyone been refused test strips for type 2

    I recently received a free BG meter from a company but, when I took the details to my Drs surgery, I was refused test strips so I haven't started using it yet!! I've cut down my portions and try to control my calorie intake using My Fitness Pal app. I also exercise at least 6 hours a week!! I've...
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    iPhone app

    Pah.......I'm only on level 70 and I've been stuck on it for weeks!!!!!! Why, oh why do we play these silly games?!!!!! Lol Sent from the Diabetes Forum App
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    Pharmacist wanting feedback please

    I'm really surprised at my local pharmacist. I was prescribed metformin at my second diabetes education session. When I took my prescription to the pharmacist he said he would be calling me a couple of times to check how I was coping with it.......and he did!!!! He has checked how it's going and...