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I have now had T2 for a year...initially lost 13kg in 6 months. Since then i have controlled my BS levels..but have hit a brick wall of china with the weight loss. Got weighed today at my DN appointment and i have put on 5kg!!!! Need ideas and motivation to lose the weight! My BP and cholest...

Hi everyone. I was diagnosed with T2 a year ago and then changed my diet and took up exercise (gym) on a regular basis which enabled me to lose 13kg. Since April this year, i had a nasty fall and hurt my back so couldnt exercise for 6 weeks. I then started slowely walking 2-3 times a week. Then...

Hi all. Has anyone tried the Boots 'no added sugar' diabetic range of sweets, chocolate and biscuits? Is it all a gimmick or worth a treat once in a while? Its loaded with sweetners so not good? Interested to know your thoughts. My eyes lit up when I was in Boots yesterday and saw the chocolate...

I just ate 2 pieces of thorntons dark chocolate mint....good or bad? Does anyone else crave then instantly feel guilty after comsumption with the words 'the odd one wont hurt' floating in your head?

Diagnosed with T2 last Aug...i have now noticed my feet are always cold esp my toes! Anyone else feel the chills?

Morning all....does anyone else notice their scalp has become drier and itchy since being diagnosed? Is it the illness or metphormin? Its driving me crazy!!

Is it wise to eat dried fruit? Figs, dates, raisins?

I was diagnosed last Aug with T2 and although being overweight is the obvious reason for some people, i believe mine was caused by stress and depression following a bereavement. Yes i comfort ate and sat on the sofa most evenings but stress really was the trigger. Has anyone else been told or...

How often should we have check ups for type2? I was first tested and diagnosed in Aug last year...then saw a doctor in Oct...and have heard nothing since. I havn't had a blood test done since Aug so have no clue how my blood sugar levels are.

Hi all. Hope to share and learn valuable info about type 2 with you. Its a new chapter for me!