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Hi All When I had my first session with my diabetic nurse, she told me to steer clear of lagers etc - no problem as I don't drink the stuff - but I was OK to drink Real Ale (and Vodka). Over the last few weeks, my BS have been higher than normal (11 - 19) and I'm now wondering if Real Ale is...

Hi All Sorry to be dense, but I'm really confused... I *think* I've read that carbs are bad for me, but I think I've also read that starchy carbs are good for me? My wife is a keen runner and she cooks loads and loads of pasta as this is what she needs. My BS levels were 17 last night and...

Hi All I was recently (November 2010) diagnosed with T2 diabetes. My Diabetic Nurse advised that I needed to think about getting fit and doing some exercise. So I bought a pushbike in March 2011 and I cycle 6 miles or so every night. About a month ago, some dozy *&^%$ parked on double-yellow...

Hi All I was admitted to A&E last Wednesday night and was diagnosed as having Type 2 Diabetes. I was discharged the next day (Thursday), along with a prescription for Metformin 500mg. I then went to the GP (Friday evening) for a follow-up consultation and she prescribed: Simvastatin 40mg...