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Hi everyone!
I've heard about this NICE guideline for drivers, five to drive. Thing is, if I tested before I went for a long drive (the 50 mile journey between work and home for example) and my readings were 5, I would not feel comfortable driving until I'd eaten and was between 7 and 8. After all, 5 is only one mmol off being hypo!
Does this guideline mean that it's ok to set off driving at 5 without eating anything beforehand? Because it's totally NOT (in my experience at least). Or does it mean that after eating something you must wait until being at least 5 to set off? It just concerns me that some people may be seeing the guideline and believe its ok. If it were 6 or 7 to drive, it would be less risky, but 5?
Just looking for some confirmation / information on this guideline, if anyone could reply with anything or share experiences then that would be great!
Thanks
Shannon x
I've heard about this NICE guideline for drivers, five to drive. Thing is, if I tested before I went for a long drive (the 50 mile journey between work and home for example) and my readings were 5, I would not feel comfortable driving until I'd eaten and was between 7 and 8. After all, 5 is only one mmol off being hypo!
Does this guideline mean that it's ok to set off driving at 5 without eating anything beforehand? Because it's totally NOT (in my experience at least). Or does it mean that after eating something you must wait until being at least 5 to set off? It just concerns me that some people may be seeing the guideline and believe its ok. If it were 6 or 7 to drive, it would be less risky, but 5?
Just looking for some confirmation / information on this guideline, if anyone could reply with anything or share experiences then that would be great!
Thanks
Shannon x