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Hello, Getting my HbA1c down nicely and my weight too with LCHF. However in the last three months my trigs have gone from 0.95 to 1.8. Overall still 4.4 HDL 1.33 LDL 2.25 All largely unchanged. Was just wondering if there may be something causing that trig rise. Any help is much appreciated.

Hey everyone, I’ve not posted for a while but I have been lurking. Got my HBA1C today after wrestling it out of the receptionist. April 2018 - 85 (Diagnosed) August 2018 - 41 November 2018 - 36!!!! I’m down again and my total weight loss to date is 3 stone 10 pounds or 52 pounds if that’s...

Hello, Just come across this article. https://news.sky.com/story/keto-diets-could-increase-diabetes-risk-11465771 As per usual with this kind of thing it all seems a bit fishy and is based on mice. It does say that diabetics have been shown to benefit from Keto but in doing so contradicts...

Hey guys, I had my first follow up with the DN yesterday. I got my first HbA1c done since diagnosis and have previously posted about a great result; 85 to 41 in three months and lost just shy of 3 stone. All LCHF and exercise. I got my results over the phone as DN was on holiday and so this is...

Hello, I was diagnosed with Type 2 on the 26th April with a HbA1c of 85. Just had my result for my first 3 month blood test... 41! I’m really happy with that. I want to say a big thanks to everyone on the forum, the advice and information has been invaluable. I feel loads better and I’ve...

Hey. Just came across this video after doing a deep dive on YouTube this afternoon. It’s quite short, informative and definitely worth a watch whether you are newly diagnosed or not.

Hello, I’ve been diagnosed 3 months in a couple of weeks and if you’ve seen my other posts you’ll know I hit the ground running. I’ve lost wait and thanks to you guys here and my trusty MySugr app I’m set to see some good results at my blood test on the 25th July. The issue is, this past...

Hello, I’ve been using the MySugr app since I was diagnosed. Anyone who is using it will know you have to tame your diabetes monster by getting points for logging readings. The fun bit is you get to name your monster and I was wondering who else has done this and what name you chose? Edited by...

Diabetes: everything you need to know, including the signs, symptoms and treatments https://www.telegraph.co.uk/health-fitness/body/diabetes-everything-need-know-including-causes-signs-symptoms/ Just come across this article on my Apple News news feed. Seemed sensible and well balanced until...

Hey guys, Had my first follow up with DN today pretty much straight after my first eye screening test. Walked in with my shades on as my eyes were a bit sensitive but I'm sure I just looked like a proper summer idiot. Lol. My blood pressure was the lowest it's been at 126/78 so I'm happy with...

Hello, I'm away for a week at the moment. Lovely weather and getting some much needed relaxation. I've been diagnosed for a little while and made some big changes. I wasn't sure how to handle the holiday really so I took the following approach: No regular testing (usually 7 to 8 times a day)...

Why beige carbs are the ones to avoid - Dr Xand van Tulleken - BBC Newshttps://apple.news/AgXQ3-yCPSFGKP5trT0fxSw

Hey guys! I've posted a few times since joining but I was only diagnosed by my doctor at the end of April and had to wait until yesterday to see the DN. About three weeks prior to my diagnosis I had started to make some changes; light exercise, eating what was in the cupboard or fridge...

Hello, I'm newly diagnosed and working on getting numbers down. My question is, if you successfully got a Hba1c of say 35 and it stayed there or thereabouts for the rest of your life, are you still going to develop diabetic complications? Thanks

Hello, I've been testing steadily for a few weeks and all is going well. For the first time about 20 minutes ago I decided to test before bed. Had a great day levels wise and was expecting a low result. 7.8 - Not bad but seemed off so did another straight away. 4.7 - No chance. Seen a...

Hi, Got my blood test done on the 26th April. Hba1c 82. Doctor asked me to go for a fasting blood test on 4th May and Hba1c 78. Doctor told me I probably have type 2 and when I asked if I can reduce that number on the Hba1c she said 'Unlikely, you need to see the diabetic nurse and get meds'...

Hello. Recently diagnosed R2. I have never drank Earl Grey tea but was at a wedding Saturday just gone and they served afternoon tea. I tried some and it was surprisingly nice. I quickly googled and found several sites saying that black and green teas can contribute to reducing blood sugar and...

Hi, this is my first post. My doctor told me last week I'm Type 2 diabetic and I'm booked in to see the diabetic nurse at the end of May. Nothing prescribed in terms of meds and just told I'll need to lose weight. I'm sure that the nurse will have lots of info for me but for now I'm flying...