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  1. chrestomanci

    Newbie! Need some advice on best ingredients and tricks

    I personally have a love of shirataki or zero noodles, I prefer the rice even more, I have it a couple of times a week, it's best rinsed then dry fried til it squeaks. Some people hate it though :D Cauli rice is another great substitute. I can also recommend The Diabetes Weight-Loss Cookbook by...
  2. chrestomanci

    Should I stop keto and Intermittent Fasting now?

    Thanks everyone for your responses and support, I really appreciate you all xx
  3. chrestomanci

    Peter Attia interviewed Jason Fung today

    Hey @jjraak I like that article by Dan Parker!
  4. chrestomanci

    Getting started

    Really fab suggestions there! Something that's helped me is keeping a supply of sparkling spring water chilled in the fridge and when I get a craving I have a tall glassful with ice and a wedge of lemon and in about 20 mins the craving has gone. Maybe thirst sometimes gets mistaken for hunger...
  5. chrestomanci

    Honeymoon’s over. How did you get past this?

    Congrats on your success! I can also recommend dietdoctor, you can get a free month of premium too.
  6. chrestomanci

    New to Low Carb

    Well done! @Tonkafsr1
  7. chrestomanci

    Too used to keto?

    Hi there, If I was you I would talk through the combo of empagliflozin and keto with your dr. before you try it as there have been cases of ketoacidosis linked with this medication in connection with a low carb diet. Wishing you all the best.
  8. chrestomanci

    MCT oil

    My sister gave me a bottle of C8 MCT oil and I used some of it to make a tasty mayo. Every time I had some, I did feel more mentally sharp afterwards, but didn't measure my ketones. I wouldnt buy it myself, (expensive) but always buy coconut oil for stir fries.
  9. chrestomanci

    Keto Answers Podcast - Zoë Harcombe

    Wow this is interesting! Thanks Jim :D
  10. chrestomanci

    Peter Attia interviewed Jason Fung today

    Thanks so much for posting this. Jason Fung is a total hero. The diabetes nurse really did my head in a couple of days ago, and listening to this podcast has restored my sanity, and my hope for remission.
  11. chrestomanci

    June 2019 - Group Fasting Support

    I broke my fast with a gentle refeeding yesterday and today. Longest I've ever fasted, felt great.
  12. chrestomanci

    June 2019 - Group Fasting Support

    Thanks @MontyZ Day 6 and I'm feeling great! Loads of energy and no hunger, lots of mental clarity. Mmm Bockwursts though! Well done on your 30 hour fast!
  13. chrestomanci

    Should I stop keto and Intermittent Fasting now?

    Thank you. There's just such a lot to learn at first and I'm often overwhelmed with information and choices and things I have to find out how to do for the first time, and it all seems so urgent and vital. I don't know what I would do without you guys!
  14. chrestomanci

    Should I stop keto and Intermittent Fasting now?

    Thanks @Brunneria I really appreciate this
  15. chrestomanci

    Should I stop keto and Intermittent Fasting now?

    Thanks @bulkbiker and @Caeseji I'm gonna keep calm and keto on! xx
  16. chrestomanci

    Should I stop keto and Intermittent Fasting now?

    Sorry, it wasn't online, it was in a magazine which my diabetic nurse showed me today. (She hates keto and I.F.)
  17. chrestomanci

    Should I stop keto and Intermittent Fasting now?

    Thanks @Caeseji, I really appreciate your support. Great new photo btw! Rooting for you too mate!
  18. chrestomanci

    Should I stop keto and Intermittent Fasting now?

    Totally agree, Resurgam. Sorry to hear about your Gran.
  19. chrestomanci

    Should I stop keto and Intermittent Fasting now?

    Haha! You comment perfectly matches your photo! Thanks Jim for making me laugh so often xx
  20. chrestomanci

    Should I stop keto and Intermittent Fasting now?

    Thanks Resurgam! I just want to get rid of this diabetes, haha... :D I really appreciate your advice.
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