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Yep, I've been reading up on how the LDL can change and the difference between Pattern A (more 'healthy' LDL, less risk) and Pattern B (more damaged LDL, high risk) distribution of particle size. Although LDL particle size is not measured in the standard blood test, you can get an insight by...

Ps... Cholesterol: HDL up, TryGlc down, LDL up, total up. All in all I'm so very less concerned with Cholesterol if my insulin/blood sugar is coming under control

Update: So, 6mths after my diagnosis I had a call from the GP to talk about my high cholesterol - no mention of diabetes. When I said I'm more interested in HbA1c, she rustled some papers and said I was non-diabetic with an HbA1c of 40 [emoji2] I am really pleased - in remission within 6...

Thanks again for all your replies, I'm grateful for your help. There's so much to take in [emoji4]

Thanks @bulkbiker In my first week of having breakfast in over 20 yes (in order to take my morning pill) I've been pleasantly surprised by the impact on my coffee consumption and size of lunch and subsequent energy in afternoon. I think dropping lunch a few times a week will certainly be...

LDL - 5.2 HDL - 1.18 TriGlyc - 1.8 I noticed that the diet suggestions to reduce cholesterol seemed to be things that we should avoid to lower blood sugar. I've read your post that brought together statin research and found it very interesting. I'm still taking it all in and am struggling to...

Thanks @VashtiB , My meter came yesterday and my 1st morning test was a very surprising 6.9, I was expecting it to be higher... I plan to measure each meal for a while to begin seeing where my levels are.

Thank you for your replies. I'm beginning to get my head around this 'marathon not a sprint' way of thinking. I've taken the 1st small steps and been more aware of the carbs I eat - especially at lunch. I've started having breakfast so I'm not taking my morning pill in an empty stomach and...

Told on Friday that I am T2 following blood tests for an unrelated urology condition. HbA1c is 53. Started on 500mg Metformin going up to 1000mg next week. Also finally given into taking statins as total cholesterol now 7.2. I've ordered a monitor and will begin measuring the impact of my...