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Thanks 'andbreathe'. Yes have tried making change in the past but this one has been far more meaningful. Thanks for encouragement Birdyx

Before, during and current. Have resisted a bikini shot for now!!!!!

Trace What our friend said! Nice to repeat the nice things. Thanks for support. Lily Bird x

Thanks Mike.

Hi everyone. Have not posted for a bit as have been getting on with life. Had my first annual check up this week and all good. Starting HBa1c in March 2014 was 84, this week 37 (I think) which equated to average BG of 5.3mmol/l so have made great progress, especially as I dropped Metformin in...

Oh Sal. Think I get it!!! Poor you!

Psychicsal Have only just looked in. Sores, blisters, pain and lethargy. Are you sure you don't have Shingles? Just a thought!?! Lil

Jumping in here. I wear specs full time and am very clumsy so buy cheap Px glasses online. Once I have my eye test results I go online and buy 3 or 4 pairs, which can be from £10 up. Good if Px is likely to change. You don't get to try them on but if you've tried on in store and have an idea of...

Claire Well done. I hope you are really proud of your achievements 1. that your BG has improved and 2. the weight loss. You go girl!! Lily Bird x

Dawn Diet looks good, my only thought is are you actually eating enough? I am no expert but I have noticed that if I restrict too much I don't lose until I up my intake. Don't lose heart. You said in your post that you struggle with the exercise, I am no expert but in my opinion, exercise has...

Thanks Scandichic. I do literally feel like a new woman!! Am the smallest I have been for 18 years and loving it - as well as the health benefits. Was Size 26-28 in March and bought pair of size 16 jeans (and got into them) last week - result! Just wish I hadn't waited so long to make the change!

Wow. Some great stories here. Five stone here, since diagnosis in March 2014. All down to calorie counting, no snacking, low carb and mega walking. Still have a treat/cheat day to keep up motivation and metabolism. Totally addicted to buying sports gear and tramping the streets listening to...

Some more about me in case anyone is interested. Still quite new here and to Diabetes. Diagnosed Type 2 following GP appointment mid-March 2014. Diagnosis HBA1C was 84. Metformin SR 500mg a day, which has been fine after bad reaction to normal Metformin. I have managed to lose about 56...

56 pounds / 4 stone since diagnosis in March 2014. Lightest I've been for 15++ years. Completely changed my whole lifestyle; food, activity and attitude. Never thought I'd be grateful for Diabetes diagnosis. Bloods looking better. Keeping fighting the good fight. Lily Bird - Type 2...

Carole I think the positive outlook makes a difference. Have a friend who was diagnosed a couple of weeks after me and he is in denial and not made any changes and I feel sad for him. My only real advice would be 1. Test 2. Read 3. Keep trying and see what works for you as this is a lifetime...

Well done Jack. Soooooo hard. Lily Bird - Type 2 Diabetes 2014/Hypothyroid 2009/IBS 1995/PCOS 1992 - other than that I'm fighting fit!!!

Thanks for the words of encouragement once again. Am a Diet doctor convert now too (thanks guys) and a pretty low carb and moderate fat. High fat causes vomiting for me!!! But try and fill up with lean meat and above ground veggies and salad. Thank goodness can tolerate porridge (main carb of...

Ps. I'm taking part in the 10k Swansea Memory Walk on 05/10/2014 as a challenge to myself and to raise money for Alzheimer's Society. If anyone would like to add a pound to my sponsorship total you can go to:- http://www.justgiving.com/owner-email/pleasesponsor/Leah-Pilling I know money is...

Hi all Thought may be good time for an update. Now just about 3 1/2 months since T2 diagnosis and am still on Diabetes crusade. Have now lost 51 pounds in weight (size 26/28 to 18/20) and have an average BG of 6.4 mmol/l so feel like am doing well. Retinopathy screen was clear and Dietician...

Spaceman. I am not an expert but with the physical change and very high BG I think your husband should seek urgent medical help straight away. Lily Bird - Type 2 Diabetes 2014/Hypothyroid 2009/IBS 1995/PCOS 1992 - other than that I'm fighting fit!!!