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    Where did I go wrong . . .?

    I read your post and just had to send you big ((((((( HUGS ))))))))))). Your condition can make you feel down in the dumps but go forward and start each day wiht the thought that its the first day of a new beginning. Your weight will come off without starving yourself as that it inself can...
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    Christmas Cake

    I am most certainly not having a go at you personally or otherwise. I am definately not frustrated either. I am a Professional who makes cakes. Anne
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    Christmas Cake

    Yes, have done that now. Thank you for the recipe. I am somewhat concerned that you consider this to be low carb because the ingredients and all of the fruits you have used are no different to using raisins, currants and sultanas as in a normal recipe. In fact, all of the fruits you have...
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    Where do you buy your testing strips from?

    I didnt know you could get them on prescription; well not around my way as already asked. They are most definately VAT free as I took this matter up with Lloyds Pharmacy HO a while ago, when my local pharmacy knew nothing about them being VAT free, and this was their reply - Quote - "Please...
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    Introduce Yourself: Answer Some Personal Questions

    Hi, my name is Anne and I joined the Forum a while ago but havnt done many postings, but I do follow threads when I get chance. I am semi-retired and also run my own Wedding Cake business so sugar and cake to me is a problem but I use my husband as a cake tester. My personal opinion is there...
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    Christmas Cake

    Unfortunately the recipe you PM to me the Forum wont let me open as I havnt done enough postings. How stupid is that. You come on here for help and advice and you cant get it. :? :( Can you email or who do I contact on this Forum to get that opened up. Anne
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    Christmas Cake

    Please could I have a copy of the recipe. I am a bit concerned about the sugar in the rum and syrup though! Many thanks.
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    Sensitivity to Carbs

    There are good carbs and not so good carbs but strawberries and raspberries in moderation are good for you. When you say you have reduced your carbs to 35 or 50, what carbs are you still consuming because it matters. Fibre is important and if you get the balance wrong the body goes into...
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    still not losing any weight

    I suffered the same until I realised what makes my BG spike and also portions sizes. You say for breakfast you had - scrambled egg, two small rashers of grilled bacon and one slice of wholegrain bread. Now have you ever looked at the packaging for the bacon which could be treated with sugar...