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Im hearing mention of diabetic ketoacidosis and covid-19.. What does it mean?

Im hearing rumblings that T2 should stop taking SGLT2i tablets if theyre feeling unwell and unsure if mild covid or worse. Any advice please...

Not been on here for a while. Type 2..Think ive got Covid Symptoms and confused.. Dont know where to start. Just taking input to isolate but im diabetic so unsure some rules.. What forum threads should i look at as want to compare notes on strange symptoms

Hi Been a while since I was on this great forum and last year had a successful period on Slimming World. I learned all the food rules etc. Since then we moved home and currently have restricted cooking facilities until house done up. Have started popping the allowed food types in a small oven...

Hi Peripheral Neuropathy in my feet. Mainly underneath toes which feel numb but very tender/sore. Have collected some suitable shoes and some ProtectIT socks on order. Looking for some suggestions on Gel Insoles that will help cushion under the feet and specifically the toes. Toes are...

Anyone else find it difficult getting a decent pair of walking or cross-trainer shoes that are good for diabetic related neuropathy in feet?. Seems New Balance do some but cant find any other. Want them to look like a trainer for casual walking and leisure. Most of the uk stores and online seem...

Type 2 Diabetic for many years. Used this wonderful forum extensively at the turn of the year. Work situation (lost job) made it imperative that I down size the house.... as below.. -Started the house sale process early Feb. Had also just come off a wonderful Slimming World 3 months. -Spruced...

Been low carbing for over a month and candida/jock itch has appeared.. Is there a dietary link?

Someone got me some Tofu.. not had before... want to try see if I can do it like that Indian paneer as cubes spiced up with lovely curry spices etc.. Anyone got a recipe?.. could also be then a snack or used on salads...

Information around suggests that eating Carbs stimulates production of Insulin (even in Type2) and Insulin breaks down sugars (and reducing blood sugar number) plus can promote fat production (weight gain). Sometimes wonder then why I am low carbing to keep my blood sugars steady. Less...

Heard that Low Carb diet impairs Fungal Immunity and may explain a few things at this end.. any input and advise?

Any suggested recipes for low carb that use quorn pieces... for evening meal etc... thx

Have started Slimming World and seen and discussed Red Plan which is Low Carb. When suggesting my bs needs NO Carb right now (numbers too high with carbs) thetes little advice and guidance about how to replace carbs but still stay to plan. Im Type2 on pills. Anyone similar and worked out some...

Looks like I need to take Fybogel for my Diverticulitis but unsure if its going to spike or even lower my Blood Sugar?. Any advise in similar scenario?

I have been testing LivLife Bread (http://www.livlifefoods.co.uk) this last couple of days and very pleased with my Diabetic Type2 Blood Sugar results. The only concern is that I am getting a real bloated discomfort in my stomach. Similarly my Diverticulitis seems to also have flared up. Could...

I like Peanut Butter and there are some quite low carb in shops. Wife offered to make some Grape Jelly SugarFree if anyone got a recipe?. Like the USA classic since working over there in past. Recipes appreciated :-)

Just returned from the doctors following a Diabetic and Diverticulitis Review. Doctor stated categorically that I should take plenty of SOLUBLE Fibre but "not" NON-SOLUBLE fibre. Doctor also aware that I'm not very tolerant of Carbs so suggested choosing a Soluble that's not too bad on the carb...

Anyone moved away from 3 meals a day in favour of smaller and more regular snacks/mini-meals. Heard it may help stabilise blood sugar as less stomach swell doesnt then trigger insulin and relates glucose release by liver. Insulin release reduced because of the condition whereas liver dumps full...

Some years back I managed to pick up a free Blood Glucose Meter but dont see any ads or announcements these days. Used to be that they made money out of Test Strips. Sure this is same now. Anywhere to look for offers? Thanks

My blood sugars rise during the night and I can confirm with bs readings. Im aware this is a function of liver releasing glucose. Question is.. what if I took a soluble fibre drink before bed?. Would liver then hold back on its release as it sees food and which is also a good GL.