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    low carb for 3 months and now need to lower cholesterol

    Hi all I am T2 was diagnosed approximately 4 years ago, I had a blood test 3 months ago and was 53/7.0 I was asked to try and get to 48/6.5, I started a low-carb diet 30/70 carbs a day. My last blood test two weeks ago was 48/6.5 I was pleased, but my cholesterol was 5.8 I have never been above...
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    Infected toes, getting frustrated at lack of progress

    Hi all, sorry for the long post I need to get this out of my system as I am really getting frustrated, I have an infection in my right big toe it started early December 2020. The GP surgery has been busy, I had to wait two weeks for an appointment with the diabetic nurse she brought the GP in...
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    Recommended Monitor

    Hi, Diagnosed T2 approximately 3 years ago never receive any support from doctors surgery. I am looking at monitors and completely confused I want one that's easy to use, I have arthritis in my hands which limits my dexterity. I find completing fiddly tasks and holding small items very...
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    Diagnosed type 2

    Hi I was diagnosed type 2 several months ago and have been informed I have neuropathy in both feet and prescribed metformin. Apart from being told to cut down on carbohydrates no one has explained anything to me.I was told to attend the diabetic clinic all they do is cut my nails. I don't attend...