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6.9 today, down from 11.2 three months ago! So pleased! Achieved by low carbing. Now got to try to maintain while introducing carbs again as I want to try for a baby. :s Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

My hypo symptoms are different when I am mid- exercise. Probably because I am already hot and sweaty which are normally my first hypo symptoms - when not mid exercise. I know when I am running that if I am suddenly really struggling, I mean struggling way more than a normal tough run, I will be...

As long as your levels are good I wouldn't worry- surely a good thing? Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

Love this thread. I am really into cardio- have been since diagnosis, 2 years ago. I find it the most effective way to keep BG under control. If I do more than 2 days in a row with 45-60 mins of intense cardio per day I barely need any rapid acting insulin (I also stick to a low gi diet) I...

I hear a lot about porridge causing problems with bg but have never noticed this myself? Sent from the Diabetes Forum App

P.s - I remember the feeling of not thinking it was happening to me- I thought the Drs would turn round any minute and tell me they have made a mistake! Try to keep notes of what the Drs tell you but don't panic if it goes over your head a bit- all will become clearer each day. Most...

Hi Kerry, You remind me of myself. I was diagnosed with type 1 about 20 months ago at the age of 26. Despite the fact I thought I had diabetes before the doctors confirmed it, it was a massive shock for me too. So many people have said it already but you honestly will get used to it. (I...

Hello, I was diagnosed with type 1 about 20 months ago, aged 26. In the first year I managed pretty well, the 'honeymoon phase' definitely helped me achieve a HbA1c of 6.9. I thought 'this isn't too bad- what is all the fuss about - it's pretty easy'. This last year though I went off the...