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I have had a response from Thorntons who, although confirming they have discontinued the Sugar Free (Diabetic) range would neither confirm or deny the statement made by the shop assistant that it was ok to eat normal chocolates. Once again it shows the disinterest in the Diabetic community. I...

Previously, diabetic chocolates made no measurable difference to my blood sugar levels nor do any of the sugar free confectionery

I have today visited my local Thorntons shop with a view to purchasing some chocolates (yes, I know the windy side) The shop assistant has informed me that they will no longer be selling their Diabetic range as Thorntons have decided it is quite in order for Diabetics to consume their standard...

My diabetic nurse said on no account eat bananas in any shape or form, so there we are. What's food for the goose etc

Couldn't stand all these fancy breakfast menus - 1 Sausage on 1 round of multigrain bread (try Icelands value sausages made with chicken), 1 Morrisons value beefburger on 1 round Multigrain, Poached egg on 2 rounds of Multigrain, 1 rasher of back bacon on 1 round Multigrain all followed by...

Hi, I use Aldi Sweetener (Maltodextrin and Sucralose) I found it the best especially for sweetening fruit and you can cook with it. Hope this helps

Thanks for all the suggestions - You learn something every day! I couldn't understand how too much carbs can result in a low BG count. Your advice taken, Egg and tomato on 1 round of toast and my BG is back to 5.6 mmol/L Thanks again

No, I'm not on any medication

Hi, I was diagnosed with type 2 Diabetes in October 2013. After the initial visit to the Diabetic Nurse and the obligatory Blood tests etc. I was virtually left to my own devices. More out of desperation than anything else I purchased an Acuview Meter to test my Blood Sugar levels. Generally my...