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- Type of diabetes
- Type 3c
- Treatment type
- Insulin
I'm underweight, 70 years old T2 and really could do with gaining at least half a stone, in fact the full 14 pounds wouldn't go amiss. Over the couple of years prior to diagnosis I'd dropped about 10 kilos mainly of body fat. I actually hadn't noticed until someone we see only once a year on holiday asked if I'd lost weight.
I'm managing my blood glucose pretty well with a LCHF diet but need, I think, to pack in more calories or something. I don't exercise per se but am pretty physically active and have just invested in an e-bike to get me cycling again.
Someone has suggested that whey protein powder with skimmed milk and a banana is good for increasing muscle and if I could do this it would add to my weight and bulk. Now I know that for me a banana is a bit high in carbs and that full fat milk is a better option. My normal breakfast is eggs in various guises and bacon and/or sauasages.
Has anyone experience of whey protein or any knowledge about benefits or otherwise for diabetics?
I'm managing my blood glucose pretty well with a LCHF diet but need, I think, to pack in more calories or something. I don't exercise per se but am pretty physically active and have just invested in an e-bike to get me cycling again.
Someone has suggested that whey protein powder with skimmed milk and a banana is good for increasing muscle and if I could do this it would add to my weight and bulk. Now I know that for me a banana is a bit high in carbs and that full fat milk is a better option. My normal breakfast is eggs in various guises and bacon and/or sauasages.
Has anyone experience of whey protein or any knowledge about benefits or otherwise for diabetics?