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Message: <blockquote data-quote="pavlosn" data-source="post: 506319" data-attributes="member: 22572">Hi trolleydolleyDo you self test/ monitor your blood glucose levels?I find that by doing so, one gets immediate feedback on the consequences of one's action, making it is easier not to repeat the same mistakes. Relying on the next HbA1c to act as a deterrent in a similar way does not usually work for me as it is too infrequent.Seeing your numbers go down can act as positive reinforcement as well, motivating you to stay on the straight and narrow. As Andy suggested, once you have a winning streak going, you will not want to spoil it for the sake of a piece of cake. You will still be tested but it will be easier to resist.By combining testing and a food diary such as myfittnesspal you can really teach yourself about how different food affects your levels.Having said that you already know that biscuits and cake are not a good idea.Is there really anything more inappropriately named than comfort eating. It usually results in so much guilt, the last thing it makes you feel is comforted.I believe what you need to do is make sure that there are healthier alternatives, such as nuts, vegetables, even fruit( but do not overdo it) readily available for when the munchies strike.You also need to find a healthier way to reduce stress levels. I find walking to be really good stress relief. Why not give it a dry? Even if you find that it does not reduce your stress, you will still have other health benefits.PavlosType 2 - Diagnosed 2009; Latest HbA1c 5,8%; Diabetes Medication: metformin 2x850mg; Other medication: Aspirin 75mg, Valsartan 80mg, Rosuvostatin 20mg, Ezetimibe 10mg; Exercise: One hour walk daily, tennis weekly, swimming when warm enough</blockquote>

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