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Yes, LADA and on insulin (misdiagnosed T2 previously). I’m interested in this WOE, too. Hoping someone can share their experiences. If I start it, I’ll share mine too. Can’t change my type label in the phone app. A little annoying, but not vital I guess. ‍♀️

Hi all, does anyone follow a plant based approach? Looking for any anecdotes. Specifically about increased numbers from higher carbs over time. Many thanks.

My experience: if you ARE crazy - so am I! I was diagnosed T2 initially but incorrectly. Tests proved I am LADA, despite low carb diet, and I am now using insulin basal/bolus. Initially, in a fit of excitement for being able to maybe relax my tightly controlled LC diet, I thought I would...

Genius idea. I did not think of that - so simple. [emoji5]

I use a monk fruit sweetener for baking cakes and find it has no weird aftertaste. It has no impact on my bg either. (Be aware xylitol is fatal to pets.) Also, to keep things low I use almond and/or coconut flour instead of wheat flour. There are many experts online with tried and tested...

Hello all, totally thinking about Christmas in May! Haha. Has ANYONE manage to make a Keto version of pastry that is not soggy after a day? I’ve made the Keto mince pies and they are so lush, but don’t stay crumblesome beyond the day of baking. Any top tips out there? Thanks, all. I know there...

Yes, I can’t seem to change it on my phone! ‍♀️

*UPDATE* I am now on split basal and bolus, and it’s much better. [emoji5]

Thank you. Yes, I think you’re right. I need to have a chat with the doctor again. Much appreciate the info and explanation. [emoji1303]

That’s great to hear. Congratulations and thank you for sharing. [emoji2]

Oh thank you so much. [emoji7] I did not know about this!

No - I’m on a prescribed fixed dose (by my doctor). I think I want to split that into separate long / rapid acting but she wants me to keep me on the fixed. Not sure of the benefit of this as I feel it’s bad to keep chucking lots of long acting in as well as the rapid acting to cover a more...

Thanks for this. I wonder if I can get on a DAFNE course if I’m not in the UK. I had no idea about the 5 hrs thing.

Hi, I had little idea about what I was injecting back then! I’m not in the UK and don’t have a team around me to explain things. I’ve just kind of worked carbs/insulin out as I’ve gone along. I’m on a combined 70/30 pen injection at the moment but would like to separate that out. However, Dr...

Seems to be a time thing - people relax more about the carbs thing. That’s good to hear but I’m not there quite yet. LC seems to be the only way I can control the BS but I’d like to eat a few more carbs!

That’s brilliant that you can eat the same as before and not worry about it. I wish I was the same, but I just can’t help but worry about spikes. So many contrasting opinions about exactly when high blood glucose starts to cause damage. You mention single figures, do you never go above 9 eating...

I was diagnosed as LADA (1.5) two years ago after 4 years of misdiagnosed T2. I went Keto and still tend to stick to low carb and like to make lots of LC puddings to ease the restrictions. Hello LC rhubarb crumble! Just lately I’ve been introducing more carbs (potatoes) and upping my insulin -...

Hiya, sounds like Keto was perfect for you. I do Keto/low carb for LADA (was originally diagnosed T2 as well). I adjust my insulin to reflect what I actually eat. I’m on around 5 units per low carb meal of combo insulin now. Rarely hypo. Weight gain happens with increased carbs, I think. The...

Hi there. I don’t have these issues but I know how diabetic symptoms can get you down. I’m very solutions focused and so look for fixes and will try anything! Others lean on friends and family for support. Others still, find the doctor/nurse a good place to start. Begin by realising you are not...