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I am on the slow release version. I still need to take it with/after food. When I was taking it without food I ended up with some stomach pain so just keep that in mind. Good luck

Hello and welcome, In relation to your morning reading I suggest that you google dawn phenomena as that can cause your levels to increase. The dinner you describe has more carbs than I can tolerate. You can have a very substantial meal with a lot lower amount of carbs. You level 3 hrs after is...

Hello and welcome, It would be helpful to give a little more information to allow people to consider what suggestions to give. For example I am a type 2 (type is important). The only mediation I am on is metformin (this is important as metformin doesn't lower my blood sugar levels in the same...

Hello and welcome, You wondered about drink- are you interested in non- alcohol or alcoholic. some options: Alcoholic- stick to clear non sugary liquors- either by themselves or with non sugar mixers- eg vodka, white rum. tequila or gin with things like soda water, diet (no carb) tonic water...

Hello and welcome, It sounds like you've been through a lot. I hope they manage to sort out your legs. Great work finding keto and succeeding on your own.

I agree with everyone else- not one person here who hasn't stuffed up at least once in our lives. So don't beat yourself up- although the 2 hr reading sounds great so not even a 'stuff up'. You are obviously doing a great job and checking everything. I have actually stuffed up and I am also...

Well I'm glad that your levels have dropped that is great. I still agree that getting the tests to rule out type 1 or finding out on what basis they ruled out type 1 is something to continue pursuing. A misdiagnosis can be dangerous. However, if you are a type 2 then what you are doing is...

Wow and I thought I was having a bad year. I also have no expertise but just hear to offer a listening ear (or a reading eye?)

Hello, I am sorry that you are finding it tough. I can really relate to the use of strips. As I've said somewhere else I used so many when I first started we should have bought shares in the company. Yes not seeing the drop as quickly and as much is frustrating- very frustrating. I can...

I also aim for an all day breakfast- eggs Benedict are my favourite. I also have ordered sandwiches and just eaten the inside. I have chooks so sometimes keep the bread for the chooks- a win win. But a lot of cafes here certainly do things like bacon and eggs or omelette. I have heard of people...

I can't help but my meter integrates with the mysugr app and that does an estimated HbA1C once you have enough readings.My meter syncs by bluetooth I think so it is easy. I'm a bit of a technophobe but found this really easy. I still test at least 3 times a day to get that estimated HbA1C

Hello and welcome, What a scary time for you. You must feel v very overwhelmed with all that has happened. Yes- I know about this 'surprise' carbs. I'm also gluten intolerant (no longer a problem now I'm very low carb) and there are lots of 'surprise gluten' foods too. So taking your readings...

Well as someone with type 2 diabetes I recommend that you get a meter. Once you know what your levels are it will be easier to work out whether they may be related to your diabetes or whether it is more likely to be unrelated. The difficulty with the medical profession that I have found is that...

hello and welcome, Diabetes could be causing it or it could be completely unrelated. Do you have a meter and test your levels? If you don't already have a meter I strongly recommend that you get one. Are you on any medication ? Have you altered your diet at all? If so what type of diet are...

I also have the same thing happen to me sometimes- it's a good thing. My person thoughts are that you've given the body some fuel so it 'stops' the dawn phenomena from continuing as it realises you are going to give it fuel. That's just my speculation based on absolutely no expertise. That...

Hello and welcome Well not very helpful from your doctor but to be honest it could have been worse unfortunately. My first piece of advice is always invest in a meter. Most doctors actually recommend against it because od their perception that type 2 diabetes is a progressive illness and...

I'm going to agree with previous posters. It really does depend on the individual. I can't have high arb foods- that's what my meter tells me. I probably have a bit more tolerance when I get a good nights sleep and not stressed or anything but that is because my levels are lower so I have more...

I think an investment in a meter would be a great place to start. Food logging is also a good idea but for me best done along with testing your levels. Once you have your meter you can work out what foods are contributing to your increased levels. If you find certain foods that you like are...

I have emailed manufacturers in the past after being diagnosed. The generally do respond so I agree try it and see. Good luck

Hello and welcome, Yes immediately following diagnosis can be extremely stressful. I certainly found it stressful. There seems like so much to learn and I didn't want to learn it. You have found an excellent place for support and advice. Give yourself time to get your head around it. This...