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I love the Vitality one with the daschund and the his short legs! Sent from my MotoE2(4G-LTE) using Diabetes.co.uk Forum mobile app

Find it very difficult But I think that is more down to my under active thyroid of many years! Can't really manage effectively with continually changing weather! Sent from my MotoE2(4G-LTE) using Diabetes.co.uk Forum mobile app

Bananas are a passion of mine! Since diagnosis 5 months ago I have tested them with porridge, alone with cream! My BS levels soar so they are now another thing on the no no list! Very high in carbs and sugar apparently! I am now on raspberries! Problem is they are pretty seasonal. Do miss...

Been my lifesaver for the past 5 months. I have changed my lifestyle based on info here. LCHF is the way to go and continual testing to start off with. It's does work. Still have scary days but there is always somebody on here who has the T Shirt! Tomorrow is my 5 month blood test, it's...

Porridge with raspberries, coffee and cream. Lunch - couple of crackers and seriously cheddar spread, peach and baby tom's. Dinner - 2 chicken steaks (M& S) with salad. Raspberries & cream. Several coffees throughout day with cream. BG readings all under 7.1...

I can't understand why people simply cannot accept others experiences and opinions. We are all different and affected in different ways. What's good for one is not good for another. We don't need brownie point mentality!?!? Sent from my MotoE2(4G-LTE) using Diabetes.co.uk Forum mobile app

Don't have these in Sussex! Sent from my MotoE2(4G-LTE) using Diabetes.co.uk Forum mobile app

What is B & M? I might be missing out here![emoji192] Sent from my MotoE2(4G-LTE) using Diabetes.co.uk Forum mobile app

Thank you all! I did not really check the sauce properly! I am usually good, lulled into a sense of security, bit of a wake up call. No noodles, something else of my list! Is there any alternative! Sent from my MotoE2(4G-LTE) using Diabetes.co.uk Forum mobile app

I am T2 and continual testing has enabled me to reduce original BG levels (diagnosed 5 months ago) from 21.5 to an average of 6.5. It has provided me with info that I needed to make a drastic change to my diet. It's a crucial tool in T2. Sent from my MotoE2(4G-LTE) using Diabetes.co.uk Forum...

Having averaged BG levels of 6.5 for a while, last night In had fresh egg noodles in a stir fry and added a tablespoon of sweet chilli sauce! This morning I have a reading of 13.0!?!? I have a very estrange thick head, eyesight a bit odd and feel a bit sick! Are these symptoms symptomatic of a...

Sounds like a plan and also, could T2 have testing equipment on prescription? Sent from my MotoE2(4G-LTE) using Diabetes.co.uk Forum mobile app

4 months in and drill very aware that I have Diabetes. Some days it scares me to death other days I live with it. It does not define me but it has altered my outlook and my life. Some if it in a very positive way in other ways I find it limiting g and a bloody nuisance...

I am no expert but what are you eating? Do you test before and after eating? For me still a newbie, it is the only way I understand what I can and can't eat. I have been staggered at the effects of some foods on BS levels! Bananas, bread and potatoes especially. Look at the LCHF diet, get a...

I am just 5 months in and I am still terrified at the life long prospect of this! I have done LCHF for 4 months. My bs are down by 80% and I have maintained the weight loss. 6 month HbAc1 at end of month. Its life changing, boring at times. Get a metre and test everyday especially at the...

Good for you![emoji2]It is hard especially when it's all going belly up and nobody seems to understand. I am constantly knackered but can't sleep! You are not alone!?!? [emoji192]. Tomorrow isca new day! [emoji256] Sent from my MotoE2(4G-LTE) using Diabetes.co.uk Forum mobile app

Female 59. White British. Type 2. Probably caused by insufficient Thyroxine causing a shortage of insulin being produced and causing my pancreas to fail. Diagnosed March 2016. A newbie! Good luck with your project, if you need any support let us know! I am an English teacher...

I have had abdominal pain for a couple of days now. It's worse when I stand up! I have only taken 2 paracetamol. My average BS level is @ 6.3-6.5. My fasting level this morning is 10.5! I did have a temperature last night and did not sleep. Can't get appointment @ GP for 8 days! My...

I wouldn't maybe you could just speak with somebody. I am sorry to hear your news it happened to me so I understand how stressful it is. Things do have a habit of working out. Good luck. X Sent from my MotoE2(4G-LTE) using Diabetes.co.uk Forum mobile app

Unfortunately I believe this is a reasonable representation of far too many people. I think the aim is too shock and for people to maybe look at their lifestyles. I think it's very effective. Sent from my MotoE2(4G-LTE) using Diabetes.co.uk Forum mobile app