symtoms, need advice

mikey85 said:

Ok so my meter came yesterday & I've tested twice with worrying results. Pre meal 6.0 post meal 7.4 (2 hours after last bite) & fasting this morning 6.6 which was a big shock

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The following chart might give you an idea of BG levels for diabetic and non diabetic. Divide the mg/Dl figure by 18 to give you mmol/L



There are several similar charts available from various sources.

mikey85 said:

The reading on my meter is mmol/L. What is or how do I test mg/dl & is it even necessary if my meter is giving me my reading in mmol/L already?

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Mmol/l are the units for UK testing. Most of Europe and the US use mg/dl. Your meter is using the right range if you're based in the UK, don't worry.

Please see a different doctor about your symptoms. If they don't listen get a second opinion. You can't diagnose yourself with a meter. We can't diagnose you.

There are pitfalls of extreme health anxiety and eating disorders along the path that you are taking. Please be careful, eat normally and get the tests done to find out what is causing your symptoms.

So sorry, did not mean to offend. I don't know you and of course I agree that taking steps towards a healthier life are good things.

I do feel rough going from low carb to chip shop food that would take me to 11 plus on my meter. That is quite an extreme challenge for anyone's metabolic system.

I'm so pleased you are seeing a doctor. I just wish to you did not have to wait for the correct lab tests as any changes you make now will affect those tests. I hope you find a doctor with more knowledge, time and patience than mine.

@mikey85 good on the testosterone levels. Now that can be eliminated as a symptom. Poor sleep habits and high stress levels can also lead to feeling burned out.
Tracking you bg levels for a while will give you an idea of how certain foods affect your levels and by how much. My dietician always wants to see between 5-8 for me. That includes after meals.
Try eating the same meal the same day two weeks in a row and see if your levels go up the same amount. Remember to try keep portion size the same. If they stay relatively equal, you can try substituting, ie; remove the piece of bread and add some full fat cheese and then see if there is a difference.
Even though I try to avoid carbs as much as possible, I have found (for me anyway) that a small apple will lower my bg a bit. That said, I don’t eat a lot of fruit and usually only drink coffee with full fat cream and water. Over the course of a year I may have a total of 2 cans of fizzy‘s and those are each shared with my wife.
Making sure to stay hydrated also helps keep bg’s lower. If your pee looks like apple juice, you need more water. I have seen a different of almost 2 full point over two days just by changing the amount of water I drink. I now strive for a minimum of 80oz/day.