Numbers much better and thanks to all responders

Hi again,

Just got my new numbers from the surgery and they are much improved.

HbA1c down from 7.8 at diagnosis to 6.3.
Total cholesterol down from 8.0 to 6.5.

Even my "one size fits all", "don't self test", "eat carbs" doctor doesn't want to medicate "yet!".

I've followed this forum's advice:

- Self test to discover which foods you can eat without spiking your BG readings
- As expected, carbs are culprits so I've cut them back a lot (to "moderate" level so far)

I've also increased my exercise and reduced my weight (still some way to go on that).
No meds but taking a Benecol drink and 1000mg Omega 3 every morning as per dietician.
Even my BP has rsponded and is closer to normal healthy levels.

To all those who have answered my questions (and do so for others daily, over and over again), you have greatly helped me to understand how to manage my BG and achieve my goal of avoiding medication for as long as possible. I firmly believe I would not be in this position if it wasn't for the forum so keep up the good work. It is greatly appreciated. Thanks.

I know there's a long way to go but I believe I'm on the right track for now.

Your diabetic nurse will now get a small bonus payment, after all she did do much of the work.... didn't she?

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Actually the HCP I've had most dealings with has been the Practice Nurse and she has been very helpful and sensible. She also organised all the testing etc (ecg, podiatrist, retinal scan, dietician and recently DESMOND invite) so full marks there. Unfortunately, she has to tow the line the group practice diabetic specialist doctor sets, and she is in turn following the SIGN guidelines, so no support for self testing (and therefore no helpful information about self testing targets, etc.).

It is such a pity that the medical powers that be seem to be so far away from the approach of forums like this. I hope but don't expect that this will change soon.