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I never said diabetics couldn't drink alcohol - I personally can't as it makes me ill.

It was merely a vent - not a question to be answered nor a dig at anyone. Sorry I mistakenly thought we could vent our feelings in this forums so apologies if I've offended anyone in any way. I didn't even expect replies as it was just me getting something off my chest but some people appear...

Sorry all but I need to vent my anger ! While the news is full of figures informing us in the rise of the number of people developing type 2 diabetes and the number of obese people being offered gastric band surgery on the NHS, what about those people who have developed diabetes through no...

I'm keeping a diary for the next week. Had porridge today and can tolerate that ok - which is just as well as it kept me going until I grabbed my (very small livlife bread with ham) sandwich. I don't get a lunch break as I only work part time so a sandwich is the most convenient thing I can...

I have now stopped eating regular bread completely and switched to Livlife after recommendations from other users of this forum. This bread comes in very small loaves and very small slices however the carb content is under 4g per slice. I only have two slices of this at lunchtime and...

I know cornflakes not the best choice for breakfast but I don't have any sugar or anything with them. The livlife bread are tiny slices and under 4g of carbs per slice - I hate tuna and a sandwich is most convenient for lunch at work. Given that I didn't even have an apple today I'm well...

I am currently on a Metformin "break". I had been having horrendous problems with bloating, stomach cramps and wind - despite taking the modified release type. I asked to do this after various other attempts to cure my stomach problems failed. As if by magic all my problems disappeared -...

Same applies here. I was made redundant and out of work for 15 months but I was only allowed to claim JSA for 6 months even though I had worked full time since leaving school. Once that stopped I had to live off redundancy as my partner works full time, I have multiple chronic illnesses but...

Yes I was taking Metformin MR for 4 years I am also taking Atorvastatin 10mg per day (amongst many other medications) and have been taking these for longer so don't think they could suddenly start causing problems

After visit to diabetic clinic last week I stopped taking Metformin to see if it was the cause of my horrendous wind problem. Dr said to keep an eye on levels as they may begin to rise. Within days wind problem appeared to have gone and so far levels ok. However I have had aching in my hips...

Suretravel (I think) cover loads of pre existing medical conditions so it would be worth checking if they would cover you. I'm probably going to take out a policy with them myself soon.

I find 7up Sugar Free is a nice change from coke although not many pubs or restaurants have it. I think it's time drinks manufacturers got creative and made something especially for diabetics as there is a huge gap on the market. I know you can get alcohol free beer but not sure about sugar...

Sorry did I miss something? Low carb section of what exactly? I'd love to eat cake

Maybe a check up with dentist could shed some light. May be something like oral thrush

I would add more fats, cheese in particular will add much needed calories. In addition it may be worth seeing if you are suitable for a pump which would control your insulin dose for you. Good luck

Can you let me have recipe for your "favourite" soup please? I'm a bit of a soup addict myself and anything I can make soup maker is great

Can I just ask about timings of your crisises? I've had two and they were both early morning - i just wondered if this was a characteristic of a crisis (as my sister also died early morning) or if it was purely a coincidence

I hate honey so I'll go with the glucose tablets I think. I'll buy a pack to keep in bedside cabinet. Thanks for all your replies