Search Results

  1. H

    Libre issue - advice please!

    My libre 2 sensor has been regularly reading higher than my finger prick test. This had resulted in two hypos. I know about the time lag due to interstitial fluid but usually when my sugar goes low my sensor reads lower than finger prick. I put on another sensor today but still the same. Does...
  2. H

    Long excercise new on insulin

    Hello, I am hoping for some tips on managing a walking holiday whilst newly started on Humulin I. ( 2 months ) Only taking 6 units daily which helps base line but not meal spikes and I often drop low before lunchtime on a normal day (office job). Next week I'm with my husband walking all day...
  3. H

    No definitive diagnosis

    I had my first appointment today with diabetes team at the hospital and was hoping for a formal diagnosis whether type 2 or Lada but after a long discussion he said I was in a grey area. I'm more confused then ever now. I'm GAD positive but low number and BMI 21. I'm negative for all the other...
  4. H

    GAD level and 1st appointment

    Hi, I recently requested a GAD antibody test after noticing worse control despite doing the same low carb etc and after reading other peoples experiences on this site and the excellent advice you all give.(thankyou so much!)I was fortunate to be taken seriously and so 3+ years post diagnosis I...
  5. H

    Blood tests

    Can anyone tell me if hbA1cs are back routinely now? I was diagnosed type 2 when covid started in 2020. The only blood tests I've had have been when first diagnosed and when I asked. No one has contacted me in 9 months now. I've had letters for eye checks but not to see diabetes nurse. What is...
  6. H

    Low bmi and fasting

    Does anyone has any advice whether fasting is detrimental if you are a low weight to begin with. I am interested in 16/8 to reduce morning blood glucose readings but dont want to lose weight. Current BMI 20. Thank you!
  7. H

    How long have you been LCHF?

    I am fairly new to all this LCHF diet and it has proved excellent for my numbers without having to start medication yet. Diagnosed type 2 this year, 54 to 40 hba1c in 3-4 months. How many of you have managed this long term with out needing medication? Thank-you!
  8. H

    Newish diagnosis

    Hello Everyone, I was newly diagnosed as type 2 in Feb 2020. Thanks to you all on this site I was able to pick up tips right from the beginning so hba1c 54 in Jan 20, 47 in Feb, 40 in April. As I am small current bmi 21 (23 in Jan) I've never had to worry too much about weight and so never...