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Sorry but could you use full sentences to explain your question and do a quick reread before posting, I am struggling to understand. (I appreciate autocorrect does odd things sometimes as I suffer that constantly and iPads especially create new sentences randomly).

I think you’re asking why you go numb after eating and drinking. And that you’re a type 2 on glicazide, blucofage and statins
 
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What sort of numbers do you get? Pin prick and hb1ac? It sounds “possibly” like neuropathy caused by prolonged high blood glucose levels. But I didn’t think that was as transient as only after food. More like a constant or prolonged thing.
 
Sorry but could you use full sentences to explain your question and do a quick reread before posting, I am struggling to understand.
Are you aware writing doesn't come easy to everyone and for many people there is no such thing as a 'quick' reread? A quick google search cleared blucofage as glucofage, a brand of metformin.
 
low carbing do not know that
i test most mornings
average 7.5
one month ago my colestrel was 3,4
thank u
Carbs are the stuff that make blood sugar go up. You find most carbs in sugary foods, fruits, potatoes, bread, rice, pasta and pastry.
Low carbing means eating less carbs. So instead of porridge or cereal you might eat bacon and eggs, and instead of potatoes or spaghetti you might eat more vegetables and you can add cheese or cream to fill you up.
Good luck!
 
Are you aware writing doesn't come easy to everyone and for many people there is no such thing as a 'quick' reread? A quick google search cleared blucofage as glucofage, a brand of metformin.
I am. There is a lot of dyslexia in my family and I appreciate not everyone uses English as a first language.

I am also aware a lot of people nowadays use a very abbreviated form of writing (text speak) even in situations it is not typical or understood.

Also poor typing (b for g), not re-reading (quick or slow) and autocorrect are responsible for a fair few of my mistakes. None of us are immune

I meant no offence and sincerely apologise if any was caused, but if there is the option/choice to make yourself more easily understood without misunderstanding then the more likely responses will be given and be appropriate.
 
low carbing do not know that
i test most mornings
average 7.5
one month ago my colestrel was 3,4
thank u

Hi there,

If it is possible to test just before a meal & then 2 hours later? This may give an idea how your diet is affecting your blood glucose?

Regarding any numbness in your toes. You should see your doctor regarding these symptoms.
 
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Hello and welcome to the Forum Here is the Basic Information we give to new members and I hope you will find it interesting and helpful.

BASIC INFORMATION FOR NEW MEMBERS

Diabetes is the general term to describe people who have blood that is sweeter than normal. A number of different types of diabetes exist.

A diagnosis of diabetes tends to be a big shock for most of us. It’s far from the end of the world though and on this forum you'll find well over 300,000 people who are demonstrating this.

On the forum we have found that with the number of new people being diagnosed with diabetes each day, sometimes the NHS is not being able to give all the advice it would perhaps like to deliver - particularly with regards to people with type 2 diabetes.

The role of carbohydrate

Carbohydrates are a factor in diabetes because they ultimately break down into sugar (glucose) within our blood. We then need enough insulin to either convert the blood sugar into energy for our body, or to store the blood sugar as body fat.

If the amount of carbohydrate we take in is more than our body’s own (or injected) insulin can cope with, then our blood sugar will rise.

The bad news

Research indicates that raised blood sugar levels over a period of years can lead to organ damage, commonly referred to as diabetic complications.

The good news

People on the forum here have shown that there is plenty of opportunity to keep blood sugar levels from going too high. It’s a daily task but it’s within our reach and it’s well worth the effort.

Controlling your carbs

The info below is primarily aimed at people with type 2 diabetes, however, it may also be of benefit for other types of diabetes as well.

There are two approaches to controlling your carbs:

  • Reduce your carbohydrate intake
  • Choose ‘better’ carbohydrates
Reduce your carbohydrates

A large number of people on this forum have chosen to reduce the amount of carbohydrates they eat as they have found this to be an effective way of improving (lowering) their blood sugar levels.

The carbohydrates which tend to have the most pronounced effect on blood sugar levels tend to be starchy carbohydrates such as rice, pasta, bread, potatoes and similar root vegetables, flour based products (pastry, cakes, biscuits, battered food etc) and certain fruits.

Choosing better carbohydrates

The low glycaemic index diet is often favoured by healthcare professionals but some people with diabetes find that low GI does not help their blood sugar enough and may wish to cut out these foods altogether.

Read more on carbohydrates and diabetes.

Over 145,000 people have taken part in the Low Carb Program - a 10 week structured education course that is helping people lose weight and reduce medication dependency by explaining the science behind carbs, insulin and GI.

Eating what works for you

Different people respond differently to different types of food. What works for one person may not work so well for another. The best way to see which foods are working for you is to test your blood sugar with a glucose meter.

To be able to see what effect a particular type of food or meal has on your blood sugar is to do a test before the meal and then test after the meal. A test 2 hours after the meal gives a good idea of how your body has reacted to the meal.

The blood sugar ranges recommended by NICE are as follows:

Blood glucose ranges for type 2 diabetes
  • Before meals: 4 to 7 mmol/l
  • 2 hours after meals: under 8.5 mmol/l
Blood glucose ranges for type 1 diabetes (adults)
  • Before meals: 4 to 7 mmol/l
  • 2 hours after meals: under 9 mmol/l
Blood glucose ranges for type 1 diabetes (children)
  • Before meals: 4 to 8 mmol/l
  • 2 hours after meals: under 10 mmol/l
However, those that are able to, may wish to keep blood sugar levels below the NICE after meal targets.

Access to blood glucose test strips

The NICE guidelines suggest that people newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes should be offered:

  • structured education to every person and/or their carer at and around the time of diagnosis, with annual reinforcement and review
  • self-monitoring of plasma glucose to a person newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes only as an integral part of his or her self-management education

Therefore both structured education and self-monitoring of blood glucose should be offered to people with type 2 diabetes. Read more on getting access to blood glucose testing supplies.

You may also be interested to read questions to ask at a diabetic clinic.

Note: This post has been edited from Sue/Ken's post to include up to date information.
 
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