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I'm day 3 into this diet. Will keep you posted on how it goes! I've just done my bloods and was disappointed to see 8.2. I had had a coffee with sweeteners and some sugar free gum so I'm hoping that was why? Considering I haven't eaten since 7 last night and only drunk water I was hoping for...

This is a recipe from a diabetic cookbook but it seems a bit strange to have tomato sauce in it being that can be high in sugar. Base Soak bran in milk for 5 mins, mix flour and marg then add bran mixture to make a pastry. Roll out to line a pie dish. 1/2 cup All Bran 1/4 cup skimmed milk 2...

So I'm taking my bloods an hour after eating and 2 hours. What am I aiming for in terms of a good level? Is it about 5? What would constitute a high reading? Does the hourly reading mean much? Thanks!

Do you notice any change if you eat something 'naughty'? I seem to have a strong reaction and feel groggy and extremely tired if I do. I'm glad in a way because nothing is worth this feeling, so wont be tempted again! :lol:

Spirit Healthcare I put in my details yesterday and it has just arrived now :shock: :D

I read that Metformin can affect the stomach. I have a hiatus hernia, although I don't get any symptoms, and wondered if this was going to affect either my stomach or taking the metformin?

I seem to have an almost constant dull ache in my toes and the first half of my feet and they are soooo cold. Do I need this checking or is it just 'normal'?

I posted here back in 2009 when I was told I had Impaired Glucose Tolerance...well I've just been told I am now diabetic. My levels were 12.5. Don't have my meeting with the diabetic nurse till 7th July :(

Are these ok to have? Sorry if its a dumb question :oops: :lol:

I've not been diagnosed yet but have just had a GTT and am waiting for the results. I have a strong family connection, am overweight :( and had Gestational Diabetes when pg with my last baby (had to inject insulin but never got it under control). Currently I'm surfing for info and support. I'm...