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Hi everyone. Apologies for the long post

Just came on here to have a bit of a vent and let off some steam

Diagnosed T2 in Nov 21, but on reflection, I've been in denial with this diagnosis ever since. Quarterly blood tests are showing the HbA1C number is reducing slowly from initial 75, to 52 at my last tests.

At this last test, it showed elevated ALT level, so I was scheduled in for an ultrasound to scan abdomen and investigate liver disease. The scan confirmed 10% fatty liver damage, as well as an enlarged spleen. Based on these findings, I had another round of blood tests to investigate the spleen yesterday with the results showing on the NHS app this morning...

2 inflammation markers: Raised
ALT level: Raised
Cholesterol: Raised
Folate: Low
Gamma GT: Raised

Appt booked to discuss results with the Dr in 2 weeks

I suppose reality has hit and that I need to start taking this stuff seriously and that there isn't a magic wand that's going to get me 'back to normal'. I used to be superfit and played sport at county level, ran triathlons etc. Feel as though I've let myself down and am feeling a bit ashamed

Again, sorry for the long post. Just wanted to vent and get some of the feelings out ‍
 
Did you eat a lot of fruit during your sporting career?
Fructose is a fairly well known for contributing to NAFLD.

It's really all about carbohydrates and avoiding consuming them. If you can do that then you'll likely go into remission and your NAFLD will clear up.
Many believe that inflammation is caused by excess carb consumption to a level your body can't cope with.

Chuck in a bit of time restricted eating too.
 
Thanks. I think it's playing the sport and feeding up on pasta and rice (as was the guidance back in the 90s / 00s etc) that is the hard habit to break. I started low carb eating this week and it seems extremely bizarre to not have carbs on my plate!

I think sticking with it and slowly changing those habits is the way forward - it's a marathon not a sprint
 
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