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Exercise really does help with T2 diabetes. I started mild exercise having never really done any. I am disabled anyway, so not able to be very active. I started with one of those little peddling machines (not a proper exercise bike) and did two lots of 15 mins per day most days. After a...

Our WI decided to take up an offer from Hintlesham Hall to go as a party for either lunch or afternoon tea. I had my name down, looking forward to a special lunch, but the committee had decided to opt in for the tea. The tea would have been very nice - but it comprised sandwiches, scones, cake...

Just been to a talk given by a hospital diabetes doctor. He told us that blood glucose control can be very difficult for some - particularly if they have had diabetes for a long time. He said that from what he has seen, the thing to go for is strict control of both blood pressure and...

Our last session at the Xpert Patient course is next week. We have been invited to bring something in, made from one of the recipes in the booklet. Have managed to lose 2 1/2 stone over the last 6 months - and I didn't do it by eating chocolate cake etc! We will be given feedback forms. The...

I am thinking of getting an exercise bike. I currently have a sturdy pedal exerciser, which I use for between 30 - 60 mins per day. Is it worth my getting a proper exercise bike? Any recommendations, warnings, advice? I have been told that most of them are uncomfortable after a few minutes...

Read this in the paper this morning and thought it might be of interest. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/science/6081 ... study.html

What would you recommend to suck for a very sore throat? I was going to have the occasional Strepsil extra - as I can't think that the small amount of sugar will make much difference - but I'd be grateful for you comments. Thanks Romola Type 2. diet and exercise only.

I am fairly newly diagnosed with T2. I am one of the lucky ones who has test strips prescribed, and an opportunity to attend an Xpert patient program. I have read the comments on these boards about low carbs etc, and have come to the following conclusion. It is important for people with...

There is much on this board about lack of encouragement for T2s to self test in some quarters. I wondered if those PCTs that run the Xpert patient programs are also those who are happy to prescribe test strips. ... Or do all PCTs run the Xpert prog?

What do our experts think about cinnamon and chromium as food supplements?

Which breakfast cereals have the lowest GL? I have been enjoying sugarfree Alpen with yoghurt, raspberries and blueberries. I really can't face a cooked breadfast in the mornings, so it is going to have to be some sort of ceral! Recently diagnosed type 2.

Hello, my diabetes II was confirmed today. It is a bit of a shock - and I thought it would be useful to join a forum for advice and a chat from time to time.