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    Early days but....

    so far so good. I started LFHC eating on Tuesday this week on Tuesday my FBG was 10.3, this morning it was 7.1 (I also started 1x 500mg metformin on Thursday). I have also lost 4lbs in weight. I have no had any big issues with the Metformin just a little stomach discomfort but I suspect that...
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    Off to see the GP this morning, I suspect he will prescribe Metformin

    I have been called to see the GP following my last HB1ac result, I don't know what it is I shall ask today they just told me that it was up. I currently do not take any medication but have had a terribly stressful 6 months and my diabetes management took a back seat for a while. I am back on...
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    Low carb, the total carb or net carb?

    I am new to all of this and have just been reading about the benefits of LCHF diet for managing type 2. The guidance on the sticky suggests low carb is up to 50g daily. I have also read about net carbs, where the fibre total is subtracted from the total carb to give the net carb. So my question...