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What is a MEAL?

Yes that is a good question. I view anytime I eat as a meal. This stops me from snacking!
 
Confused confused confused Gp told me not to test as your not on insulin and to just get on with it and keep taking metformin
No need to be confused. The following web page explains how a type 2 diabetic can use their meter to lower their blood glucose levels:

http://www.phlaunt.com/diabetes/14045524.php

The main reason type 2 diabetics are told not to test themselves is to save money, since if they were told to do so the NHS would have to pay for the strips.
 
Confused confused confused Gp told me not to test as your not on insulin and to just get on with it and keep taking metformin
That is because he is not acting in your best interests.
 
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