Recent Content by thorbrand

Thanks for the advice, i've never heard of bircher before but surprised to see it only has 15g of carbs and is packed full of protein and fats, it's probably the high protein and fat content that keeps you feeling full. I was looking to buy oatbran to make porridge with, but that has 18.9g of...

Hi energize, yes i do have a bit of excess weight in the region of around 2 stone (belly fat), however since starting my recent job i have lost almost a stone just due to increased physical activity, which is good. However my diet isn't exactly diabetic friendly. I think i was running on the...

What i need is easy and quick meal ideas for breakfast and lunch, i tend to opt for convenience mainly at the expense of nutrition. I've had a look at the meal ideas on this site and whilst they all look extremely tasty, they require lots of ingredients and time to prepare and cook. I need stuff...

When you put it like that it does look like my diet is very carb rich, i always thought muesli was a very healthy option, i wonder if porridge may be a better substitute? I'm definitely not a fan of eggs but i can certainly live with bacon! although that has its downsides too i understand. I...

I'm not on any medication, and currently i don't test. my last check up with the GP showed my blood sugar levels were within the normal range but i must confess that was over 4 months ago. I also have slight signs of retinopathy but my vision is OK at the moment

Hi people, i'm new on the forum and was diagnosed with type 2 a couple of years ago. Mostly day to day i don't feel like diabetes affects me, so long as i am up and about and at work. However my problems always seem to revolve around sleep, getting to sleep and then waking up. My diet is...