I understand your reaction, Roy. I agreed with that posting since I too was quite low after 10 years and seeing what seemed to be for me an impossible situation. My GP wanted me on insulin, which for me seemed the end of the world. But we agreed that if I took proactive measures, and took control of my life, and demonstrated I could succeed in reducing my very high bgl levels, then he would support me in terms of self monitoring, and also self medicating,
I experimented with several things, and I shared a graph of my progress in the Success stories section as My Personal Journey. I have finally found a solution for me which was the LCHF diet. I feel empowered, and my GP is still supporting me. I am no longer under threat of insulin, and my bgl is below the danger zone
I think if you can find the means within to take control of your situation and own your diabetes rather than fear it, then you will find that you have inner strength to master it, and as said above - take your life back.