@azure @Brunneria @tim2000s, I would be interested to hear your thoughts on an observation of increased insulin resistance with a very low carb/keto diet.
I was discussing this topic recently with somebody with T1D (we tried a food fast together over a number of days)
They noticed that coming...
I have come onto the forum to ask for your experiences (if any) of using DHEA and any impact it may (or may not) have on your diabetes management.
DHEA is a natural steroid and precursor hormone produced by the adrenals. It is occasionally taken in the form of a supplement and claims have been...
I thought I would share this film of a study around diet and what is most effective at managing/reversing diabetes conducted in Australia.
https://au.news.yahoo.com/sunday-night/features/a/32517949/the-saving-australia-diet-final-check-up/#page1
It appears that the extreme calorie restricted...
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Here's the latest movie released by Team Blood Glucose, designed to give anyone with or at risk of T2 diabetes the essential information. It covers diet and exercise.
The film introduces the importance of 'GLUT4 transporters'. These are the helpful friends to us all as they play a...
I have been doing some more research for TeamBG (www.teambloodglucose.com) recently around using exercise to manage Type 2 diabetes. We all know that in theory it's a good thing, (I'm currently putting together a video to explain exactly why and how exercise helps manage blood glucose control)...
You read right! This year's Conference for people with diabetes is now free entry! Whoop whoop!
Based up in Nottingham it will be a great opportunity to get together - share tips on diet, exercise, meds and generally how to live well with diabetes.
Our health should be our number one...
The #gbdoc will be hosting the second ever conference for people with diabetes on 27-28 February 2016
Pre-registration is now open with almost 200 places already booked and we're aiming for 400 - 500 people attending this year.
Get full details and book your tickets here...
There is going to be a tweet chat this Wednesday evening at 9pm to discuss this very topic. Join in the conversation and share your views, or just follow the chat.
http://gbdoc.co.uk/tweetchat/gbdoc-tweetchat/
The www.gbdoc.co.uk attended this year's ADA conference in Boston in order to get the low-down on what's new in the world of diabetes.
Have a read of who's doing what: http://gbdoc.co.uk/category/scientific-sessions/
Just in case you've missed the announcement last week, the #gbdoc will be hosting the second ever conference for people with diabetes on 27-28 February 2016
Pre-registration is now open with almost 200 places already booked and we're aiming for 400 - 500 people attending this year.
The...
There is going to be a #gbdoc tweet chat next Wednesday evening at 9pm on the topic of 'Diet and Food Issues' - it was one of the topics that was discussed at this year's 'People's Diabetes Conference' in March.
Join us to share views and experiences.
www.gbdoc.co.uk
Dates: 29 August - 11 September 2015
Announcing another epic Diabetes grand Tour! This year cycling between Vienna and Stockholm, with a ferry crossing thrown in for fun!
A cycle ride like you have never experienced, this is going to be another epic ride for those crazy enough to cycle the...
Date: 20-26th June 2015
Introducing the first ever TeamBG cycle ride between Barcelona and Bilbao, designed to be accessible with easier cycling and a choice of routes each day such that you can make your ride as challenging or relaxing as you choose!
Cycling over six days from Barcelona to...
EXCITED!!!
Organised by PWD for PWD: the first ever 'Un-Conference' Conference! An opportunity to talk, share, listen and learn in a wholly supportive environment.
Venue: Medi-City, Nottingham...
The TeamBG mHealth Grand Tour is about to start! This year a group of amateur cyclist drawn from the diabetes online community will be cycling 2300km from Barcelona to Vienna in just 15 days. Arriving in Vienna on 15th September to coincide with the opening of the Annual Diabetes conference EASD...
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This is a call out to say that this week's tweet chat on the #gbdoc is on the topic of 'diabetes and diagnosis' - what you wish you knew. Please come along to share and help others with your experiences and consider what you wish you were told when you were first diagnosed. All types...
Team Blood Glucose (TeamBG) is a not-for-profit organisation set up to support and encourage all those with diabetes to engage in sports and exercise.
We would like to improve the TeamBG website (www.teambloodglucose.com) by adding some advice around exercise in the form of 'frequently asked...
Team Blood Glucose are hosting a cycle ride around Box Hill in Surrey on the 6th July. Free and open to all, there will be three levels of ride difficulty, so it doesn't matter if you're a cycling newbie or a pro - you'll be made to feel welcome.:)
For more information go to...
Requesting the pleasure of your company at the 5k parkrun at Oak Hill Park in East Barnet on the 10th May. Team Blood Glucose (TeamBG) will be there and will be on hand to offer support, encouragement, and advice. A great opportunity to meet others from the diabetes community and to share your...
I have just heard through the grapevine that registration for this year's Animas Sports Weekend opens on 14th April.
Although I've not been, I've heard plenty of great feedback about this weekend - usually run by Dr Ian Gallen (who you might have heard of through Runsweet fame)
Perhaps I'll get...