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Just about everyone on here would agree that you should get a meter but opinions might differ as to which one. The cheapest to run is the SD Codefree but having done some tests on it I know it reads a little high. If you can "aim off" to cater for this then it's fine.

I know nothing about cinnamon tea.

Hi Anni and welcome to the forum

Some members will be along soon to give you information/opinions on meters and strips. In the meantime, here is the information we give to new members and I hope you will find it useful. Ask as many questions you like and someone will be able to help.

http://www.diabetes.co.uk/forum/threads/basic-information-for-newly-diagnosed-diabetics.26870/

welcome to the forum,
i would definately get a meter, havent tried the tea though

Hi, Welcome

yep, meters are essential

ive read a little about the wonders of cinamon, dunno if its true but it tastes great so what the hell

Hi and welcome Anni, like you I'm newly diagnosed and also on Metformin.

It took me a few weeks to realise that a meter is essential, especially as my GP told me I didn't need to test. I'm in my first week of testing and can't quite believe how different foods affect my blood glucose levels.

If you have an iPhone or iPad I can thoroughly recommend the Sanofi Aventis iBGStar meter, it plugs directly into your device so you have all of your data with you, and it's really easy to use. They cost £12 from Boots and the test strips are £19.95 for 50.

You can get free meters online, but be aware that most manufacturers will want to give them to type 1 diabetics who test more frequently and will use more test strips. So if you fill out an online form and accidentally imply that you are Type 1, don't worry too much as they don't check

There is a lot of really good advice on the forum and most people will tell you to eat to your meter.

Good luck


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