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  1. MonkstonDave

    Empagliflozin

    I've been told I should go on Empagliflozin but my HbA1C is 13+ due to stress, sleep issues and currently recovering from Covid. So, on the back of this, has anyone researched what effect stress and sleep issues has on HbA1C before I sign up for Empag. Thanks!
  2. MonkstonDave

    Still Confused....

    This diabetes type 2 malarkey is very confusing. Told I am T2 in Nov17 with a reading of 15 from a blood test (non fasting). Retested 6 months later (same conditions) after diet changes and increased exercise and dropped to 6.8. Roll forward to having a machine (Accu-chek) at home this last...
  3. MonkstonDave

    Do I Need A Bgm Machine?

    Hi everyone. I was wondering if being a diet controlled T2 with 3-6 monthly full blood tests at DRs meant that I don't need a machine. From everything I read on the forum, T1 or T2, everyone seems to have a machine to monitor blood glucose. If the answer is yes, which is the best one to buy or...
  4. MonkstonDave

    Type 2 What Is The Best Exercise Regime For A T2 Newbie To Get Weight Down?

    I've been trying to lose weight but have plateaued and now have lost interest. I know it's critical for reversing / holding back T2 but am a bit stumped. Low carbs, 1500kcals, weight training, circuit training, cardio, 3L of water it's all a bit aaarrrggghhh. Help! [emoji849]