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If you are not already, have you thought about wearing a CGM for a couple of weeks. I know they are pricey, but wearing one might be worth it, just see what your blood sugars are looking like over each 24 hour period. CGMs are great as you get the overall picture . You can see what is causing...

Hi @peterb999 , I found the Libre CGM s estimate lower than actual, for Ac1s . I’ve used in the past Libre 1 , 2 and 2 plus , they all read lower than actual. Not a big difference, but enough to make you feel a bit deflated. I’m on the Libre 3 , it’s estimating my Ac1 % at 5.9 . I’m interested...

We dry and then roast our pumpkin seeds @Outlier . We first dry them in the air drier , then we add a little olive oil and some salt and bake them in the oven for 20 mins. Oils have a distinct taste so if you like the taste of linseed then great. I don’t because I used to paint in oil colours...

Well a big congratulations on your blood sugars coming right down @Rosie9876 . That’s great news. As for your eyes, I’m sorry to hear this,

I agree with you @spidermanBill , you cannot ‘cure, diabetes, it’s a chronic disease, but you can manage it. I personally believe Type 2 diabetes is not inevitably progressive if you are able to make lifestyle changes to stop its progression. This is usually achieved by changing your diet or...

Obviously you are disappointed with your HbA1c result @Outlier , but to me that figure sounds great. You are a ways away from the diabetic range where diabetic complications increase. Yes statins may cause a slight rise, but not in everyone. I’m on 20 mg Rosuvastatin, soon to go up to 40mg to...

Wow @OrsonKartt , was it okay in the oven , as delicious as they look they can be quite tough . How long did you cook it for ? if you don’t mind me asking

@Duncan Mackay did you mean to just post a link with no comment ?

High intensity training, such as interval training or lifting heavy weights will induce your body’s fight or flight response and release adrenaline, causing blood sugars to rise, sometimes dramatically, depending on the person, but low intensity burns blood sugars may see blood sugars drop. I...

Hi @Sweet tea lover there are things you can try to reduce your DP , although a rise in your blood sugar in the AM is completely normal, even in non diabetics with a normal blood sugar range. As already stated it’s your body preparing itself for daytime activity so your muscles have access to...

I’m guessing they would have to implement a screening program for babies at risk of T1, similar to the US one I mentioned. The criteria being , genetically susceptible + first-degree relative with T1 and or the presence of at least 1 autoimmune antibody.

Interesting paper @Duncan Mackay . I see it also refers to genetic risk score. You might be interested in a project in the US. It’s premise is to prevent children and adults from reaching the point of DKA before diagnosis of T1. It came into being after a young girl tragically died from DKA...

Great result @Lamont D

The reason exercise is a positive when joints are involved is because muscles help to support joints. If your muscles are weak or have low mass it puts extra strain on your joints. Same if you are carrying too many pounds, this also puts a strain on your joints. I’m lean, but I have poly-...

Hi there @Sharna6168 I have no experience with Mounjaro I’m afraid so I can’t help you, but I’m sure members who have experience with Mounjaro may be able to give you some helpful information. May I say how well you have done getting your blood sugars down .

Hi and welcome to the forum @Dogz111 . You might be interested in a thread I started on tirzepatide, which is the active ingredient in the brand name Mounjaro. https://www.diabetes.co.uk/forum/threads/research-shows-benefits-of-tirzepatide-for-type-1-diabetes-and-obesity.210373/

I’m sorry to hear you have RP @LiSwati. Is it mandatory to report you have RP to DVLA ? I have Fuchs Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy. I had to report my condition to our driving agency here. I cannot drive at night I’m as good as blind. I have glare and lose of depth perception and contrast. I...

@Rachox I was surprised by the difference it made. I’ve been taking it for a few months now. It does work best with exercise, but really that can be just some form of movement where you are using your muscles, a thirty minute walk, or dancing maybe. It probably works at its optimum along side...

Most health supplements have the potential for negative consequences. Health supplements are not neutral, even so called ‘natural’ supplements are not necessarily healthy for everyone. That’s why, in my view, it is important to discuss taking supplements with your HCP. The warning for...

Looking at your HbA1c results graph, that’s a very positive downward trend, from what were high blood sugars. You are doing great @Dee1960 :) . Yes, all carbs turn to sugar, no matter whether they are so called health carbs like whole wheat, healthy grains or just plain white bread. All carbs...