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  1. susanmackrell

    In a bit of a conundrum...

    I too had gestational diabetes and was told that I would probably be type 2 within 15 years of my daughter's birth (7 weeks early by C section). I was diagnosed 13 years later at the age of 49, despite eating healthily and exercising regularly. Apparently being a "mature" mum increased my...
  2. susanmackrell

    Giving up coffee???

    I gave up coffee and carbs when diagnosed with type 2. Nightmare! Had terrible withdrawal symptoms. Not a good idea to give up both at the same time. Anyway missed my caffeine in the mornings so decided to drink it again but switched from tea with milk to coffee and cream. Love my creamy...
  3. susanmackrell

    Cashews

    Since being diagnosed as type 2 and going low carb, I have gone mad for nuts mainly cashews and almonds but sometimes walnuts. Nuts with breakfast and nuts for snacks. My favourite combination is unsalted cashews with cubes of mature cheddar. They don't spike me. One thing though is that...
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