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    Where to get HOMA-IR & c-peptide test in UK

    Anyone know where i can get these tests done and have them properly interpreted with some additional weightloss guidelines as I'm finding that hard despite, ZC for a month & VLCHF for ~another 6? Today's visit to my consultant rheumatologist was a bit of a curate's egg. I mentioned my GP...
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    Steroid-induced diabetes Prednisolone & other corticosteroids

    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4112077/ It looks like those receiving Prednisolone or other steroid treatment and who start developing type-2 diabetes may need different treatment and benefit from different test regime. The main takeaways from this for me were that *Steroids can...
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    Wanted Link to Prednisolone effect on T2D research

    I searched the forum for the link but couldn't find it. Can anyone post it here again, please? Thanks
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    HCLF for T2D

    This guy advocates HCLF for reversal of T2D. No backup of science but recommends avoiding processed food which I agree with. Otherwise not so much. I spent 3 years eating this way but still have IR and poor metabolic response to carbs along with deranged liver enzymes in tests (ALT & AST) Raw...
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    Weird start to New Year

    Happy New Year All What a start... Lost my FL reader and debit card - elves?? New card ordered and hope I find my reader before I need to activate next sensor. Sensor is giving odd readings since 9am, now 11.20am. Peaks and troughs between 8 & 10! No food today, since a nice trace for last...
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    How can I reduce fasting insulin levels

    I have, in general it seems, steady but raised fasting insulin levels around 6.5mmol/L. Even when not on my prednisolone (forgot it and it has short half-life) Obviously, I am looking for ways to reduce fasting glucose to non-diabetic levels. I find it easier to stick to a diet regime that has...
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    Is there a guide to starting up with the Freestyle Libre?

    Mine arrived yesterday but I hear there can be problems if you don't do things exactly right. E.g. question. Is it best to shower first application and when can I bathe after application? I have a Samsung s5 phone as well. A pointer the relevant part of the forum would be great. My searches...
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    Unhelpful GP

    Hi all I'm rather concerned. Background. Female, 56, 5'7", 109kg (was 122kg in July) Diagnosed with sarcoidosis 7 years ago. Meds - prednisolone 10mg (12 months) and spironolactone 50mg. Methotrexate and other drugs, tried but unsuitable for me. My weight has been steadily rising for 10 years...