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The thing with Type 1 Diabetes is that we are not all the same. It is a case of each to their own. I have had Type 1 for 48 years I was diagnosed at 6. I am healthy my BM's are normally at about the 7mml mark. That is fine for me. I work full time, walk 3 miles daily. A single parent to a...

Shredded wheat are fine, complex carbs and fibre. No sugar. I have cereal every morning . Porridge today. Use DAFNE. Carb content is on box.

There is no need to feel embarrassed. When I was in my teens and early 20's I was to embarrassed to tell anyone I was a Diabetic and had to have insulin injections. Now I am 54 and had Type 1 for 48 years. I am not at all embarrassed, no one know I am a Diabetic until I mention that I am. As...

Having Type 1 for 48 years I test 4 or 5 times daily. That is why I am healthy because I know how to look after myself. Learnt at a very early age of 6 that you can live with Type 1 Diabetes as long as you do everything in moderation. I am 54 years old and I think I am 20. Have 2 reviews and...

I was put on a low dose statin last year cholesterol as it should be. When I asked why I was told it was a preventative measure. Type 1 for 48 years. Prevent rather than cure.

This a major problem with young Type 1 Diabetics, worry about blindness, neuropathy, amputation, heart disease. If you use DAFNE you should have no problems. Just do not overdo eating sweets, chocolate and alcohol. Adjust your insulin accordingly a little bit of what you fancy will not hurt...

They are delicious I put Lidls crayfish tails in them my idea of heaven.

I don't talk about myself having Type 1 I have no need to. People who know me know I have had it for 48 years. It's part of my life and I have learned to live with this condition.

You have every right to be moody and grumpy that is how we all feel from time to time. It is hard enough when you are newly diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes trying to cope with sugar levels, increasing/decreasing insulin. Eating the correct amount of carbs. Don't become paranoid about the way...

You cannot self diagnose Diabetes make an appointment with your GP. They can do tests.

The hardest thing I have ever experienced with Type 1 was when I went to high school in 1971. On the school bus in the morning the radio was on and every time the song Sugar Sugar came on the kids used to sing it to me and ask me did I want some sugar. At that time I was the only Type 1...

You need to stop eating 300g chocolate. With Type 2 you have to be stringent with your carb intake. No wonder you have eye problems and neuropathy. You need to see your Diabetic Nurse so she can help you before it is to late. You are not having enough insulin to combat the high sugar in your...

You might need to eat a bit more carbs or lower your insulin. Sometimes there is a knock on effect from your previous injection. Your Diabetic Nurse will help you. It happens to us all. It is only 3 years ago I could feel my sugar level being low after my Diabetic Consultant told me to let my...

We have moments of highs and lows just like life's ups and downs. I had a week of highs when we had a week of hot weather, I went to my GP because I was worried. She examined me all ok. Did not know why my BMs had gone up. Went to Diabetic Clinic Later and told Consultant of my worry and...

It is hard for a person living with a Type 1 Diabetic but he must be made aware Hypos happen. It is not done purposely they say time is a great healer if he loves and cares for you it should not be a problem. My ex husband though I had hypos deliberately. Little did he know stress brought them...

I have flushes because of my age.

I have had Type 1 for 48 years since 1 was 6. I also suffer with clinical depression which is not very nice. I take insulin 4 times a day and 4 anti depressents daily. You need to talk to someone, it definitely helps.

I see Diabetic Consultant and GP annually. But I have Consultants phone number where I can phone if I need to. After 48 years there is not much Doctors can advise me on in fact I can advise them. That's why I prefer Hospital check up. Diabetic Consultant has looked after me for 30 + years.

Please don't feel down. I have had my moments of thinking why me. But after having Type 1 for 48 years it does' bother me any more. I live life to the full have 3 healthy gorgeous sons. I work full time and have a gorgeous Grandaughter. I have 4 injections daily, take 4 antidepressents daily...

I inject myself in my tummy or legs this can be done discreetly. I have never injected in my arm. If you wear a top that overlays your trousers you can pull the waistband down and inject into your tummy. Just turn your back on the people who feel offended. It's they who have a problem not...