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Just a word of caution. Slimming clubs are in no way qualified to advise T2 on diet. I would check back here to be sure. If you are using a meter to check your levels before and after eating, it will give you an independent verdict on what you just ate.

@Nigel1956 we need a bit more informatin in order to help you.

Hi and welcome. Are you T2? What medication are you on?

It's OK to drop the metformin. Some T1s can lose weight and your doctor could be cautious. T2 and loss of weight due to low carbing is great progress, well done you. Nothing in your post suggests you need to get in touch with surgery urgently. Write down a list of things you need to ask before...

Nor good for T2. Can you use cauliflower rice instead?

At my surgery, diagnosis has to be given by a doctor or nurse. The receptionist is not allowed to. They have no medical qualifications.

Can you give us an idea, how much weight would you like to lose? To lower your hba1c, diet is key. You need to lower your carbohydrates. And stay away from fruit. Berries are better for T2. Have a look at dietdoctor.com for food suggestions and info. Anything you fancy, Google it just put...

You should test before eating and 2 hours after the first bite. You are looking for a rise of no more than 2. The fasting number is the last to come down and can be ignored for now.

What are you eating in a typical day?

@Rachox will reply when she sees the tag, hang on in there.......

@Rachox can advise on meters, the strips are your running costs. Read the link in my signature. You have come to the right place, ask lots of questions.

Ask for your number when you talk. Have you changed your diet at all?

I have all sorts of appointments, cardio, vascular, neuro etc. They all come through a portal, all with the same warning.

Welcome. Read the link in my signature. Never mind cutting down on the carbs, cut them out! You can slowly add them back in once your glucose is under control. Plenty of substitutions for carbs. Google whatever you fancy just put keto first. Visit dietdoctor.com for useful information. Yes...

All my phone appointments come with a warning. There will be 2 attempted calls and if no response, I will be discharged. I am sure if you phone and explain, it should be sorted out.

We are not mice. Lchf worked for me.

Feeling rubbish with sinusitis and increasing your carbs are both going to raise your blood glucose. Hang in there, ride it out until you feel better. It's annoying but try not to stress over it.

Take your normal dose after your meal.

No!

This is aimed at non diabetics. It really is a thing, google it. I have cut and paste this from a cycling website, Bonking While Cycling? A Complete Guide To Recover From Bonking March 18, 2021 If you have never experienced bonking while cycling before, it can be an absolute nightmare. When...