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    Anyone with Rheumatoid Arthritis - who became T2 - or was already?

    Thanks for responding. It sounds like it’s been quite challenging for you. I’m always mystified when ‘2 becomes 1’.
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    Anyone with Rheumatoid Arthritis - who became T2 - or was already?

    I’ve been living with pre-diabetes for 2 decades. Lucky not to develop Rheumatoid arthritis, an auto-immune disease, until now! Awaiting confirmation of diagnosis of RA. Tested for my HBA1c, which has gone up to 50 (like my age ) and GP told me once another test confirmed that HBA1c, they would...
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    HBA1c up from 42 to 44 - what about a CGM?

    absolutely agree that cholesterol figures are complex. I’ve got family history of high cholesterol leading me to take precautions. The GP didn’t flag cholesterol in the annual blood tests (which I’ve been granted since gestational diabetes), and has never set an individual target for HBA1c with...
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    HBA1c up from 42 to 44 - what about a CGM?

    Thank you for the encouragement! I should say lower carb, lower fat, as what this means can vary. 80 - 100g /day carbs Which are from full fat yogurt, breakfast seeds & a splash of oats, and 2 - 3 “fancy” chocolates, my vice. Lower fat means no more cheese, salami, peanuts, but some oily fish...
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    HBA1c up from 42 to 44 - what about a CGM?

    Following my recent HBA1c test, I received the following text message from my registered GP: “Your blood sugar level has increased from 42 to 44 since you last spoke to Dr [Niceguy] in Dec 2020, which suggests that you were not successful in the lifestyle measures you were planning to take.”...
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    My GP hbA1c results and my fasting blood glucose don't add up

    Good luck on your journey! I’ve been worried by my fasting blood glucose trending upwards and feeling my control has been poor, so I measured my HBA1c using the PTS diagnostics A1CNow self check. My GP has sent me away with a flea in my ear for believing joint stiffness and pins and needles was...
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    Numbness & tingling - fingers & hands?

    Hi all, any experience from anyone who’s had this would be welcome. When I wake up at night or in the morning, my hands feel numb & swollen, and my fingers tingle and I struggle to grip for any length of time (including my smartphone—Sacre bleu!). The numbness mostly wears off but the tingling...
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    Almond flour - making my own.

    Like Donnellysdogs, I re-ground the ready made ground almonds to make a low carb pumpkin cheesecake (Sugar Free Londoner website).
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    How not to fart on low carb ???

    I’m afraid if I buy the cabbage myself I eat it raw or braised. I love hearing about the science of it! What I buy is Salatka Obiadowa, or the red stuff is Kapusta Czerwona. It’s much tastier than sauerkraut and I give myself permission to eat as many ready to eat lower carb foods as I need; I...
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    How not to fart on low carb ???

    My new favourite foods are Brussels sprouts, kale, raw cabbage, and the delicious Polish cabbage salad in jars. Cans of kidney beans with a bit of balsamic vinegar, chick peas are also a quick fix. These are very fartogenic foods. Is there any way to fart less? I cleared a room of teenagers...
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    Exercise ideas after abdominal surgery - borderline type 2

    Thanks Guzzler, last HBA1c was 44. I've no idea when they would test again as I've had the Eatwell advice & been sent on my way. I've done some middle of the night readings and it's staying steadily up.
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    Exercise ideas after abdominal surgery - borderline type 2

    Can anyone recommend exercise besides walking that might help lower my blood sugar? After abdominal surgery 3 weeks ago, diet alone is not enough to stop me waking at 7.2 (129), having gone to bed shaking at 4.9 (89). I can't walk far, swim, or do much involving my stomach muscles. PS And...
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    What was your fasting blood glucose? (with some chat)

    6.3mmOl or 113mgDl. I need help to understand what's "normal" for "prediabetes" (my most recent diagnosis). Testing with SD codefree for a few days after a 9 year break from testing. Post-meal I'm getting low numbers (5.0 - 5.5) if avoid bread. This is so different to when I was last testing...
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    Needing encouragement - "comfort eating"

    Thanks everyone [emoji4]
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    Sickle cell trait confounds HBA1c

    http://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2017/02/07/513891129/the-a1c-blood-sugar-test-may-be-less-accurate-in-african-americans The article suggests populations with the sickle cell trait (which in US is lot of African Americans) should have more traditional blood sugar tests in addition to...
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    Needing encouragement - "comfort eating"

    Hi all, I've had a fasting blood of 6.4 and an offer from my GP to have it tested again next year [emoji849]. I've insisted on something more and been offered a dietician's appointment (3 months later [emoji23]). I know that testing is the way forward as I'm not motivated to lose weight but I...
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    Hba1c 6.4 after Gestational Diabetes

    hi all. 13 years ago, I had my first wake up call, but I hit the snooze button...I had uncontrolled blood sugar during my first pregnancy. After the birth, I dropped from a UK 18/20 dress (pre-pregnancy size) down to a 10/12 (breastfeeding & lifestyle changes). Gone for annual fasting blood...
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    Need help with breaking a food addiction!

    Re: Need help with breaking a food addiction! Hi cupcake, I have NEVER posted on this site but would agree that OA is definitely worth going to, find a local meeting (normally held in community venues) and go along a few times and just listen before making your mind up. One thing you will...
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    Gestational diabetes - followup unclear -

    What are normal blood sugar levels? If you are not diabetic & not controlling your diet? I had Gestational diabetes diagnosed at 24 weeks of pregnancy. Treated through diet control with BS monitoring. At 31 weeks, my fasting BS was around 6, and UK consultants wanted to start me on insulin...