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    Breakfast

    I don’t tend to eat breakfast that many days of the week now as I have moved towards IF (16:8). Part of this decision is I that can now get through to 12:00 without needing food (couldn’t when 1st diagnosed ) also because I like to stay in bed for that extra 20 minutes until 05:30. When I do...
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    Concern?

    Out of interest what defines a spike? This still eludes me and confuses me. Personally my fasting, pre and post readings are all fairly well maintained. I do check in between eating and the 2 hr post eating to see if spiking. Definitely higher but still unclear if if constitutes a spoke or...
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    Bread alternative

    I am always on the look out and check these crackers things all the time. I used to like Dr Karg I now always walk away disappointed Lidl rolls in the freezer for me. However I am ok with Ryvita as well I just don’t have them all the time.
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    Type 2 Ratty

    Sub 5 for me is when I get Hangry and can feel a sensation in my mouth ( not sure why) Got home from shopping yesterday and was 3.6 The last hour of shopping was a bit emotional given the hunger had kicked in and I hate shopping at the best of times.
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    How many carbs do you eat/prefer?

    I average at around 70-100 a day Have been fairly consistent at this level since adopting LCHF back in April
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    Today diabetes did not stop me

    I ran a 5.5 mile cross country this morning Diabetes has got me moving.
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    Pork, Mackerel, Avocado good for weight loss

    All 3 but not at the same time. I prefer tinned in chilli oil , but also eat the peppered/smoked with jalapeños and acoado
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    How to stay young - BBC1 Type 2 Element

    Talking about reversing diabetes which is good to see in the mainstream. Newcastle diet is being used for the lady with diabetes.
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    My Sugr App Questions

    I used it although probably not as many readings as you per day. Estimates 5% actual reading at time of test was 5.7% and that was the months of data between diagnosis and my 1st test. I continue to use it and my estimate remains the same.
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    Type 2s: What was your fasting blood glucose in a morning? (very low chat level)

    @bigjim19 not sure what the stress is but hope you resolve soon. For me this Diabetes thing has helped me reframe a few things in life and I worry less about work and don't sweat the small stuff. Not sure what will happen or where it will lead me but I know where the stress was taking me, so...
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    Type 2s: What was your fasting blood glucose in a morning? (very low chat level)

    Late report from me Was 5.2 @ 04:45. Way to early but had to travel for a work trip. Out tonight no meter. Was not sure what the checks at airport were Only in U.K so sure it is fine but didn't want any hassle at stupid o'clock check in. Hope you all had a good day.
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    What did you have for dinner tonight ?

    I have the red wine to reduce e cholesterolz BG reduction was a bonus which allowed me (based on my reasoning)the onion rings and cheese& crackers tonight I only use it on occasion though otherwise I am sure it would result in other issues.
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    What did you have for dinner tonight ?

    Is there much difference between the rice and just having cauliflower? When I have chilli or curry I have bulky / aldente cauliflower and love it as an alternative to rice. Just interested in the cauli rice alternative ? The dark choc and berries is also a favourite of mine with Greek Yogurt...
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    What did you have for dinner tonight ?

    Well I have had a lovely blow out I am away with work so it was 2x Large Malbec Ribeye with garlic prawns , veg, onion rings, tomato and mushrooms Followed by a cheese board Scrumptious
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    A Great Day

    Splendid result Well done [emoji106]
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    Type 2s: What was your fasting blood glucose in a morning? (very low chat level)

    5.2 @ 05:20 Off to the gym and the work . Living that dream [emoji16][emoji106] Have a great day everyone
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    Type 2s: What was your fasting blood glucose in a morning? (very low chat level)

    5.1 for me @ 05:20 1 more week at work the holiday YAY[emoji16][emoji106] Have a great day everyone
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    Type 2s: What was your fasting blood glucose in a morning? (very low chat level)

    4.8 @ 08:00 A day at the shopping centre for me to get school uniform ( [emoji30]boo hiss)
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    Ice cream suggestions

    Oppo ice cream is nice and lower in carbs than many.
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    Type 2s: What was your fasting blood glucose in a morning? (very low chat level)

    Yep love a curry, I just don't have pints of beer with it any more. Steak tonight and a glass of red. Equally nice treat [emoji16]
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