protein

Hi all. I was diagnosed with T1 just over a year ago. I've a huge appetite and have always been bad with portions but i would generally have a good balanced diet outside of that. I'm never full and always looking for more so just wanted to start a thread to ask people for suggestions on snacks...

Hello :) I'm trying to get my diabetes under control and be a bit more caring about it. I have t:slim + dexcom g6 + control iq and would like to use it to the fullest! Could you share you advices and your personal hacks/tips on how you use your control iq to archive your diabetes control? One of...

Hi there, I've recently been having some of the Phd smart protein plant shakes - they are the lowest carb/sugar ones I can find, and from the nutritional values you think they would have close to zero impact on blood sugars. Strangely though, I've found that consistently they produce the same...

Since switching to the Pump I’ve noticed quite a strange side effect to eating Sausages. Between 2.5 to 4.5 hours after eating, even with an Extended Bolus on board I see a sudden sharp spike in Blood Sugar levels (3.0/5.0 mmol/l in the space of about 30mins, more if I don’t have an Extended...

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This article about keto v Bernstein explains really well the difference between the two, I know a lot of people get them confused :) https://asweetlife.org/dr-bernsteins-diet-vs-ketogenic-diet-which-is-right-for-you/

At the Nutrition Section of the Department of Medicine at Imperial College London, we are investigating the effect of different types of dietary protein and fibre on blood sugar levels and appetite. What are we looking for? We are looking for South Asian and European adults with Type 2 Diabetes...

Hello everyone. I've recently gone low carb, and it's working really well so far. My sugars have more than halved. I am however a little confused with regards to how much, or little, Protein I should be including. I'd like some clarification really on whether anyone has had some advice, or...

I believe you can have to much protein which could effect weight loss How do you decide how much protein you need daily? What are your favourite things to eat to get your daily protein?

I'm 115 lbs, prediabetic, and should be eating around 60 grams of protein. I'm still new to this low carb diet. I'm a vegetarian who eats cheese and yogurt but no eggs. I'm having trouble finding foods that will have that much protein. . I am eating way too much soy now and need to switch...

Hi, I believe I am not taking on enough protein in my meals and also help muscle repair once I have finished cycling 3-4 times a week. I am trying to find a protein powder that won't affect blood sugars too much. Ideally, I am looking for a sachet or something for convenience. Any...

Hello everyone, Nice to meet you all on this forum. Have read some very interesting posts before making an account here. I struggle with Reactive Hypoglycemia, i have been told to eat more protein, low carbohydrate and more fat to ease my symptoms. I must say it is working but it is very hard...

I have had Reactive Hypoglycemia now for over 5 years and it is the most miserable and grim condition ever. There is no way to break free from the horrible condition, to sustain symptoms i have to have a very careful diet. I have to get up at 8.00am, cook eggs with cheese, anything else and i am...

I am new to this, and very recently diagnosed. I have just started to monitor my blood sugars and I have a bigger difference between pre and post food readings for my evening meal than my "break fast" meal. Could the timing be a factor? Other information: I am eating a LCHF diet. I tend to...

Fascinating hour long chat on protein. Not Diabetes specific but does discuss from the 20 mins mark. Covering: RDA, ketosis, IF, muscle loss, renal failure, age, menopause and after, animal v vegetable protein and much more. Enjoy.

The research reported in this article seems to suggest that eating carbohydrates AFTER protein and vegetables is advantageous because it slows digestion of the carbs, so leading to lower post prandial blood glucose levels. I am wondering if this is a real advantage, given that the carbs have to...

Does anyone have any experience of using insulin load which takes into account both carbs and protein? Marty Kendall optimising nutrition website and some low carb down under YouTube videos. I am carer for my autistic, ADHD, t2 diabetic husband and prepare all his meals, but am struggling to...

I am having a very painful tooth problem in one of my molars-it is infected again for the second time. I will be starting antibiotics for it today and am scheduled to have a root canal and crown after the course of antibiotics is finished. Getting through these few weeks with controlled blood...

Hello. Reading about different diets for diabetics I'm confused which is the best one for T2DM. I'm convinced that it should be low carb. But apart from that what about fats and proteins? Should they be low, high or normal and why? There is lot of buzz about LCHF and also about low fat. How is...

I have been obsessing over protein levels this week. I am going to post this as a thread because I am interested in what other people have to say on it as well. Do not feel that you have to respond to everything just let me know if anything jumps out as you. I have some long standing kidney...