FabSwingers.com forum: Type 2 diabetes

By *ools and the brain OP Couple
12 weeks ago

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Sufferers unite.

Ok so I understand that for many it's a self inflicted condition, however for many reasons not always true age and genetics also play a huge role.

The people who quote the old "

Eat less move more" are usually I have found people who have never had issues with weight control.

But I do agree that yes it's important to do as stated it's also important to take ownership and admit that as a person we HAVE to take responsibility.

But I do also think that food and drink manufacturers really should be held more accountable for the shit they churn out.

The difficulty in finding foods

Low in fat

Low in sugar ( carbs simple)

Low in salt/sodium

People will say just eat fresh food every meal.

Yeah right not so easy particularly if you are watching the pennies, have a family or work long hours and don't have a spare three hours a day to prepare meals.

I'm not making excuses just modern life and shopping doesn't lend itself to a particularly healthy eating regime.

It can be done and for us type 2's has to be done.

I've been struggling to control my diabetes ever since having COVID badly in 2020 which really pushed my blood sugars up and subsequently a back injury caused me to be far more inactive than previous years.

Thankfully I've improved slightly and see some light at the end of a long tunnel.

Sadly you can't take your foot off the gas and have to keep at it always, but the benefits are great.

It's just tiring but rewarding.

Anyone want to share their experiences and advice?

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By *apperleymanMan
12 weeks ago

Nottingham

I also suffer from type 2 Diabetes - got warned years ago that I was pre diabetic..

Lost weight but Covid, age, binge eating etc I am now type 2.. I totally agree with all your points and it’s not like I wasn’t warned.. bow sometimes struggle with energy levels etc..

Working at reducing my weight etc.. more exercise, have cut out white pasta, rice, milk.. still do like my cheeses though..

Kris x

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By (user no longer on site)
12 weeks ago

I really do sympathise with you because I have a daughter who is type 1, from 7 years old.

Would not wish it in my worst enemy.

Type 2 is reversible but it not simple.

Do you keep a daily food diary of what you are eating and also the carbs and also what activities are on that day, with work or whatever? Happy to chat more if you want to DM me

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By (user no longer on site)
12 weeks ago

You should not have to cut out those food groups entirely.

That's not sustainable in the long run.

It's about monitoring everything and being careful.

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By *ools and the brain OP Couple
12 weeks ago

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"I really do sympathise with you because I have a daughter who is type 1, from 7 years old.

Would not wish it in my worst enemy.

Type 2 is reversible but it not simple.

Do you keep a daily food diary of what you are eating and also the carbs and also what activities are on that day, with work or whatever? Happy to chat more if you want to DM me "

I've had it for 13years and in general it's been controlled but illness and back issues have played a big part.

Even the common cold affects it so staying healthy and illness free are very important.

Type 1 is a different beast and I'm sorry your daughter has it.

With both conditions it's about being responsible and aware.

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By *iss_Juicy79Woman
12 weeks ago

Edinburgh

I got diagnosed earlier this year managed to get my sugars down from 176 to 58 in 2 months but cutting down majorly on carbs and cutting down on sugar mines in my family plus I'm massively overweight

My docs now have me on semaglutide and I've lost some weight since managed to lose a stone by cutting carbs down

I now see a good future for myself having tried many diets and losing nothing the weight is coming down steadily yes it's through medication but the doctor felt it's what I needed I told him I didn't want surgery

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By *iss_Juicy79Woman
12 weeks ago

Edinburgh

"I also suffer from type 2 Diabetes - got warned years ago that I was pre diabetic..

Lost weight but Covid, age, binge eating etc I am now type 2.. I totally agree with all your points and it’s not like I wasn’t warned.. bow sometimes struggle with energy levels etc..

Working at reducing my weight etc.. more exercise, have cut out white pasta, rice, milk.. still do like my cheeses though..

Kris x"

Cutting down on potatoes will help too anything with catbs really it's helped me a great deal

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By *apperleymanMan
12 weeks ago

Nottingham

"I also suffer from type 2 Diabetes - got warned years ago that I was pre diabetic..

Lost weight but Covid, age, binge eating etc I am now type 2.. I totally agree with all your points and it’s not like I wasn’t warned.. bow sometimes struggle with energy levels etc..

Working at reducing my weight etc.. more exercise, have cut out white pasta, rice, milk.. still do like my cheeses though..

Kris x

Cutting down on potatoes will help too anything with catbs really it's helped me a great deal

On Metformin however it plays havoc with my guts.. want to try the Ozempic jabs if they’ll let me..

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By *iss_Juicy79Woman
12 weeks ago

Edinburgh

"I also suffer from type 2 Diabetes - got warned years ago that I was pre diabetic..

Lost weight but Covid, age, binge eating etc I am now type 2.. I totally agree with all your points and it’s not like I wasn’t warned.. bow sometimes struggle with energy levels etc..

Working at reducing my weight etc.. more exercise, have cut out white pasta, rice, milk.. still do like my cheeses though..

Kris x

Cutting down on potatoes will help too anything with catbs really it's helped me a great deal

On Metformin however it plays havoc with my guts.. want to try the Ozempic jabs if they’ll let me.. "

I am also on metformin I find if I eat pasta or too many potatoes I get a bad tummy so I stopped eating pasta and have small amounts of potatoes.

My doctor put me on semaglutide which has the same ingredients and ozempic and it's tablet form to help me lose weight it's going well no side effects.

I think they only consider you for themmof you're massively overweight they are like £80 a pack

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By *adger BrocMan
12 weeks ago

Co. Cork

One of the main causes of type 2 diabetes is the consumption of hydrogenated fats/trans fats which are found in most processed foods like confectionery, baked goods, biscuits, bars etc. Hydrogenated/trans fats are added to food to extend its shelf life.

These modified fats effect how sugars transfer across the membrane of the cells that make up our body tissue.

Avoid them in your diet but as your body actually requires fat replace them with natural fats from nuts such as walnuts.

You can eat most other things, in moderation of course, such as meay, veg, grains etc.

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By *oxy jWoman
12 weeks ago

somerset

type 2 for most will be a walk in the park and correct with a easy change ... others will find it very hard and then a smaller group will find it a complete nightmare due to having other health problems before type 2 and then getting more on top and making them very ill

type 2 is not to be messed with as soon as you find out do your best to correct the trouble is alot dont take it seriously thinking oh im ok and then oneday things start to go very wrong

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By *cottish guy 555Man
12 weeks ago

London

Metformin is awful. I'm type 1 but they pit me on that for a bit. It played havoc with my guts.

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By *ortyairCouple
12 weeks ago

Wallasey

My hubby has type 2 diabetes. He went on the Keto diet and started exercising.

He lost a ton of weight, reduced his Hb1ac down from being in the range of 150 to around 43 within 3 months.

He's now in remission and is off all medication now.

I'd advise everyone to give this a go, it worked for him, Mrs x

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By *ools and the brain OP Couple
12 weeks ago

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"Metformin is awful. I'm type 1 but they pit me on that for a bit. It played havoc with my guts.

I'm on the slow release ones much better, still fart alot tho

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By *apperleymanMan
12 weeks ago

Nottingham

"My hubby has type 2 diabetes. He went on the Keto diet and started exercising.

He lost a ton of weight, reduced his Hb1ac down from being in the range of 150 to around 43 within 3 months.

He's now in remission and is off all medication now.

I'd advise everyone to give this a go, it worked for him, Mrs x"

43 is superb, that’s a massive reduction.. have read up on keto..

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By *apperleymanMan
12 weeks ago

Nottingham

"Metformin is awful. I'm type 1 but they pit me on that for a bit. It played havoc with my guts.

I'm on the slow release ones much better, still fart alot tho

Ooh just starting on those this week, was told by GP they stop the farting..

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By *inglelady2022Woman
12 weeks ago

inverness

It's law in the UK for foods to have ingredients labelled on them. It's down to the consumer to read then and also to educate themselves on nutrition

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By *YDB75Man
12 weeks ago

East Yorkie

Type 2 for a few yrs. Was good to start with and lost weight and brough my numbers down to pre diabetic numbers.

Then last 2 yrs went off the rails and numbers rocketed.

Was told in September I had to bring my weight and my numbers down or i’d have to go on meds and carbs where my Kryptonite.

It took ages to get it right and understand the carbs.

Ive got bloods after xmas and ive lost 10kg with just a strict diet and hopefully the numbers will reflect the changes.

All in all its bloody hard work and packaging on foods really dont help.

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By (user no longer on site)
12 weeks ago

Do you have type 2?

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By (user no longer on site)
12 weeks ago

"One of the main causes of type 2 diabetes is the consumption of hydrogenated fats/trans fats which are found in most processed foods like confectionery, baked goods, biscuits, bars etc. Hydrogenated/trans fats are added to food to extend its shelf life.

These modified fats effect how sugars transfer across the membrane of the cells that make up our body tissue.

Avoid them in your diet but as your body actually requires fat replace them with natural fats from nuts such as walnuts.

You can eat most other things, in moderation of course, such as meay, veg, grains etc.

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Do you have type 2?

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By *ortyairCouple
12 weeks ago

Wallasey

"My hubby has type 2 diabetes. He went on the Keto diet and started exercising.

He lost a ton of weight, reduced his Hb1ac down from being in the range of 150 to around 43 within 3 months.

He's now in remission and is off all medication now.

I'd advise everyone to give this a go, it worked for him, Mrs x

43 is superb, that’s a massive reduction.. have read up on keto..

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It is actually lower than that now and his fitness has improved greatly too, Mrs x

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By *wing AwayCouple
12 weeks ago

Hampshire

Intermittent fasting and Ketogenic diet can help reverse Type 2 diabetes

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By *otsMan
12 weeks ago

Higham

I would say I am pre diabetic.

I have put on alot of weight alot from illness and steroid use (medical treatment) and injury....

Now I'm nowhere near as active as I use to be. Always did alot of sport and walking but age, injuries of youth are catching up and a few genetic disorders aren't helping.

Also we eat a fair amount of fresh food, very few processed pre packed meals.

Myself I eat a fair bit of fruit too.

Plenty of water throughout the day.

But genetics, illness, injury and age aren't helping.

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By *adger BrocMan
12 weeks ago

Co. Cork

These modified fats effect how sugars transfer across the membrane of the cells that make up our body tissue.

Avoid them in your diet but as your body actually requires fat replace them with natural fats from nuts such as walnuts.

You can eat most other things, in moderation of course, such as meay, veg, grains etc.

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Do you have type 2?"

No.

Because I avoid consuming hydrogenated fats.....

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By *iss_Juicy79Woman
12 weeks ago

Edinburgh

These modified fats effect how sugars transfer across the membrane of the cells that make up our body tissue.

Avoid them in your diet but as your body actually requires fat replace them with natural fats from nuts such as walnuts.

You can eat most other things, in moderation of course, such as meay, veg, grains etc.

🥜🥑🥕🍅🍉🍍

Do you have type 2?

No.

Because I avoid consuming hydrogenated fats.....

For some it's genetic though FYI I avoid those foods yet still got it.

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By *ortyairCouple
12 weeks ago

Wallasey

"I would say I am pre diabetic.

I have put on alot of weight alot from illness and steroid use (medical treatment) and injury....

Now I'm nowhere near as active as I use to be. Always did alot of sport and walking but age, injuries of youth are catching up and a few genetic disorders aren't helping.

Also we eat a fair amount of fresh food, very few processed pre packed meals.

Myself I eat a fair bit of fruit too.

Plenty of water throughout the day.

But genetics, illness, injury and age aren't helping.

"
Too much fruit isn't good for type 2 diabetes, too much sugar, Mrs x

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By *limboy68Man
12 weeks ago

st albans

"Intermittent fasting and Ketogenic diet can help reverse Type 2 diabetes"

Spot on!

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By *ust JuicyWoman
12 weeks ago

east london

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By *ust JuicyWoman
12 weeks ago

east london

"I also suffer from type 2 Diabetes - got warned years ago that I was pre diabetic..

Lost weight but Covid, age, binge eating etc I am now type 2.. I totally agree with all your points and it’s not like I wasn’t warned.. bow sometimes struggle with energy levels etc..

Working at reducing my weight etc.. more exercise, have cut out white pasta, rice, milk.. still do like my cheeses though..

Kris x

Cutting down on potatoes will help too anything with catbs really it's helped me a great deal

On Metformin however it plays havoc with my guts.. want to try the Ozempic jabs if they’ll let me.. "

I decided enough was enough with weight and didn’t want to become type 2 so started jabs and they are working / keeping on low dose so they are working slowly but without side effects many talk about - doing through somewhere you get help beyond just jab

Happy to talk about it but know there are lots of haters on here

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By *cotty_01ukMan
11 weeks ago

birmingham

I suffer from it too got the libre patch but diabetes is a killer trust me it's wrecks ya whole life my eyesight has gone cus of it

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By *cottish guy 555Man
11 weeks ago

London

I'm always surprised at some of the comments in threads that discuss diabetes. The way some people make sweeping statements of certainty, some being very judgemental and so many fucking experts it's hard to believe diabetes is still an issue.

Not everyone is the same.

Diabetes affects people differently.

Just because it worked for you or you saw some post somewhere doesn't make you an expert and doesn't mean it will work for others.

Trust me, I've been given loads of incorrect information and contradictory advice from medical professionals for the last few decades.

New tech and medications have made a big difference and through a collecting and sharing of positive experiences hopefully each person who suffers from this fucking horseshit condition can make positive improvements to their health.

Just be kind and think before you post stuff. Some of us feel shit enough without some random telling us what we're doing wrong. Whether type 1 or 2, I hope you find something that helps and I wish you well.

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By *iss_Juicy79Woman
11 weeks ago

Edinburgh

"I'm always surprised at some of the comments in threads that discuss diabetes. The way some people make sweeping statements of certainty, some being very judgemental and so many fucking experts it's hard to believe diabetes is still an issue.

Not everyone is the same.

Diabetes affects people differently.

Just because it worked for you or you saw some post somewhere doesn't make you an expert and doesn't mean it will work for others.

Trust me, I've been given loads of incorrect information and contradictory advice from medical professionals for the last few decades.

Well said

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By *apperleymanMan
11 weeks ago

Nottingham

Not everyone is the same.

Diabetes affects people differently.

Just because it worked for you or you saw some post somewhere doesn't make you an expert and doesn't mean it will work for others.

Trust me, I've been given loads of incorrect information and contradictory advice from medical professionals for the last few decades.

Well said my man..

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By *ools and the brain OP Couple
11 weeks ago

couple, us we him her.

"Intermittent fasting and Ketogenic diet can help reverse Type 2 diabetes

Spot on!"

Not on.

What you need is your relationship with food, understand that it's nota fad diet that's needed it's a complete lifestyle change and that it's for life.

Whatever anyone decides to do the key is moderation.

If you are sensible, understand what you are eating,what it does to your blood sugars both short and long term.

Still enjoy eating because trust me there's nothing worse than dreading everything you eat and the guilt & paranoia that comes with this fucking condition.

Like I said in my OP, food manufacturers really do have alot to answer for tho , hidden and not so hidden sugars are poisoning us all.

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By *ools and the brain OP Couple
11 weeks ago

couple, us we him her.

Point being, better to get dietary advice from professionals rather than internet strangers.

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By *nozzMan
11 weeks ago

Norwich

Exercise, decent home cooked food and mixing with other folk( wellbeing)

Can't beat it.

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By *melie LALWoman
11 weeks ago

Peterborough

I'm sure there are plenty of books regarding glycaemic index. You can make changes to your diet that aren't too drastic and therefore doable - sweet potatoes over potatoes, apples over oranges and so on.

If you need medical advice then ask your GP to refer you to a diabetic specialist nurse.

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By *ools and the brain OP Couple
11 weeks ago

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"I'm sure there are plenty of books regarding glycaemic index. You can make changes to your diet that aren't too drastic and therefore doable - sweet potatoes over potatoes, apples over oranges and so on.

If you need medical advice then ask your GP to refer you to a diabetic specialist nurse."

Best investment I did was buying a low GI cookbook.

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By *wing AwayCouple
11 weeks ago

Hampshire

"Intermittent fasting and Ketogenic diet can help reverse Type 2 diabetes

Spot on!

Not on.

What you need is your relationship with food, understand that it's nota fad diet that's needed it's a complete lifestyle change and that it's for life.

Whatever anyone decides to do the key is moderation.

If you are sensible, understand what you are eating,what it does to your blood sugars both short and long term.

Still enjoy eating because trust me there's nothing worse than dreading everything you eat and the guilt & paranoia that comes with this fucking condition.

Like I said in my OP, food manufacturers really do have alot to answer for tho , hidden and not so hidden sugars are poisoning us all."

I fast 20 hours Mon-Fri.

I eat between 6pm-10pm within a 4 hour window.

My diet is ketogenic in the week.

It consists of the following: Chicken, beef, fish, eggs, avocado, spinach, feta cheese, sauerkraut, natrual yogurt, Walnuts, almonds, peacans and brazil nuts.

I'm disciplined do I'm consistent and it's sustainable.

Sat & Sun I reintroduce carbs. So I'll have oats, potatoes and rice along with sugar and junk food.

It works for me.

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By *wing AwayCouple
11 weeks ago

Hampshire

In the fasting window I'm only allowed water, black coffee, green, ginger or lemon tea.

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By *9alMan
11 weeks ago

Bridgend

I was diagnosed as type 2 about 3 years ago, its sort of under control with low carb diet. I am not particularly overweight & do get a bit irritated that most advice seems to assume that you have a weight problem

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By *iz...Woman
11 weeks ago

Chester

I was type 2, I changed my life style and lost 8 stone, now no longer type 2. It's funny because you don't realise how much Type 2 affects you until you actually reverse it. The energy I have back is amazing!

Good luck guys

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By *uffnmuffCouple
11 weeks ago

London

My mum has almost reversed it.

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By *ortyairCouple
11 weeks ago

Wallasey

"Intermittent fasting and Ketogenic diet can help reverse Type 2 diabetes

Spot on!

Not on.

What you need is your relationship with food, understand that it's nota fad diet that's needed it's a complete lifestyle change and that it's for life.

Whatever anyone decides to do the key is moderation.

If you are sensible, understand what you are eating,what it does to your blood sugars both short and long term.

Still enjoy eating because trust me there's nothing worse than dreading everything you eat and the guilt & paranoia that comes with this fucking condition.

Like I said in my OP, food manufacturers really do have alot to answer for tho , hidden and not so hidden sugars are poisoning us all.

I fast 20 hours Mon-Fri.

I eat between 6pm-10pm within a 4 hour window.

My diet is ketogenic in the week.

It consists of the following: Chicken, beef, fish, eggs, avocado, spinach, feta cheese, sauerkraut, natrual yogurt, Walnuts, almonds, peacans and brazil nuts.

I'm disciplined do I'm consistent and it's sustainable.

Sat & Sun I reintroduce carbs. So I'll have oats, potatoes and rice along with sugar and junk food.

It works for me."
Rating carbs st the weekend will kick you out of ketosis and it will take days to get back into ketosis. You will only be benefitting from a very small window of time and need to stop having carbs at the weekend.

It's a lifestyle not a diet, but if you feel it works for you, Mrs x

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By *wing AwayCouple
11 weeks ago

Hampshire

There are lots of health benefits to this way of eating without the need of being in ketosis constantly.

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By *ortyairCouple
11 weeks ago

Wallasey

"There are lots of health benefits to this way of eating without the need of being in ketosis constantly.

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Not disputing that, I'm made up that anyone can beat their diabetes type 2, it's the precuser to some horrible things if it's not dealt with, Mrs x

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
11 weeks ago

Central

"My hubby has type 2 diabetes. He went on the Keto diet and started exercising.

He lost a ton of weight, reduced his Hb1ac down from being in the range of 150 to around 43 within 3 months.

He's now in remission and is off all medication now.

I'd advise everyone to give this a go, it worked for him, Mrs x"

Congratulations to him, on his major changes and achievements! He's inspiring!

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By *ortyairCouple
11 weeks ago

Wallasey

"My hubby has type 2 diabetes. He went on the Keto diet and started exercising.

He lost a ton of weight, reduced his Hb1ac down from being in the range of 150 to around 43 within 3 months.

He's now in remission and is off all medication now.

I'd advise everyone to give this a go, it worked for him, Mrs x

Congratulations to him, on his major changes and achievements! He's inspiring!"
No he's not, he's a very naughty boy.

He just knew what he had to do and worked hard. Went from 20 stone ish and is now 11 stone something and has become fit and gained lots of lean muscle, Mrs x

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By *rHotNottsMan
11 weeks ago

Dubai & Nottingham

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By *rHotNottsMan
11 weeks ago

Dubai & Nottingham

I agree with a lot of what you say, but I don’t think healthy eating is about watching the pennies.

It’s always cheaper to cook & eat healthy but it’s about time, skills and enjoying cooking.

If you are a single parent that works & constantly tired & stressed, It’s gonna be much easier to give the kids a penguin or some crisps in their lunchbox than home baked salt & sugar-free snack, and a quick meal of pizza and oven chips, than cook from scratch. But the quick options do cost 2 -3x more.

What a lot of people don’t realise as well as how much sugar there is in fruit and healthy ‘juices’ & smoothies . if you’re drinking juice you should be drinking it out of shot glasses, and if you have a juicy pear every day, or even regularly goto Costa you will probably end up obese as you will be consuming massive amounts of sugar.

I need to maintain my weight very carefully due to historic lower disc problems, I cannot really exceed 92 g. watching my fruit and fruit juice intake is the main way that I do that.

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By *cottish guy 555Man
11 weeks ago

London

According to a message I received from someone who I can't see a post from, most of what I said above was inaccurate.

As I said, so many experts.

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By *cottish guy 555Man
11 weeks ago

London

What's pretty interesting is I didn't tell anyone what to do.

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By *oandstephCouple
11 weeks ago

Bradford

"I agree with a lot of what you say, but I don’t think healthy eating is about watching the pennies.

It’s always cheaper to cook & eat healthy but it’s about time, skills and enjoying cooking.

I need to maintain my weight very carefully due to historic lower disc problems, I cannot really exceed 92 g. watching my fruit and fruit juice intake is the main way that I do that."
totally agree but salt? I understand ready meals are full of it, but the odd sprinkle on fresh meals is good for you

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By *esYesOMGYes!Man
11 weeks ago

Didsbury

The connection between salt and blood pressure is only an issue for 30% of us. It’s a recessive gene.

Pretty soon we may have kits to test for it in pharmacies.

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By *ringo1969Man
11 weeks ago

salisbury

I was diagnosed as type 3c in October last year having been hospitalised with chronic pancreatitis and subsequently being told that my pancreas was necrotic. Now on two types of insulin as well as metformin twice a day. As my pancreas has stopped producing insulin, my blood sugars can vary wildly from day to day. I was type 2 for 20 years prior to this. I watch my diet and regularly get in touch with the local diabetic nurses to keep on top of my condition. The plus point from all this? Since starting on the insulin my eyesight has improved!

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By *cottish guy 555Man
11 weeks ago

London

Great news about your eyesight.

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By *onetstratCouple
11 weeks ago

Stanley

If you can do it, a 72 hour fast can impact hugely. I also train regularly, but fasting can really help with cravings and reset your system.

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
11 weeks ago

Central

"I agree with a lot of what you say, but I don’t think healthy eating is about watching the pennies.

It’s always cheaper to cook & eat healthy but it’s about time, skills and enjoying cooking.

I need to maintain my weight very carefully due to historic lower disc problems, I cannot really exceed 92 g. watching my fruit and fruit juice intake is the main way that I do that.totally agree but salt? I understand ready meals are full of it, but the odd sprinkle on fresh meals is good for you "

Most people will be getting their minimum Sodium intake, without needing to add salt to their food. High blood pressure is a silent killer, with people at risk of strokes and cardiovascular complications, who may be put at greater risk, due to high blood pressure, from consuming too much salt.

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By *ENGUYMan
11 weeks ago

Hull

Not everyone is the same.

Diabetes affects people differently.

Just because it worked for you or you saw some post somewhere doesn't make you an expert and doesn't mean it will work for others.

Trust me, I've been given loads of incorrect information and contradictory advice from medical professionals for the last few decades.

Wholly agree, but the wide ranging style and positive vs negative comments isn't just via those of us on here.

Amazingly, having worked around the UK for many years since first diagnosed with Diabetes T2 in 2005, the difference in medical advice and diet recommendations has varied widely across the UK.

I returned to my home city at end of 2020, just ahead of retirement and suffice to say, my Diabetes has been under good control since.

But I've other long term medical issues to work around, such as severe Osteoarthritis & Osteoporosis in most joints, so juggling different food groups & types to match all medical needs, can be 'interesting" though I have it sussed now!

Weight wise, in 2005, I weighed 27st but now I'm at 13st. My meds regime has been constant for past 4 years without any issues nor requiring changes as side effects are minimal.

Foods wise, I tend to stick with what I know what to trust from experience but recognise, if we stopped eating all the 'bad foods' all the time, we'd starve.

It's a question of balancing foods as often as possible and YES, it can mean sometimes if out for dinner with friends etc, if I eat something that isn't compatible with my usual food regime, I compensate 1-2 days further by eating preferential food & drink to balance my food intake.

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By *llnight69Man
11 weeks ago

Tralee

Type 2 is reversible. Patrick Halfords 10 ways to reverse diabetes worked for me. I still have the book. It teaches you how to enjoy food using safe alternatives also. Every now and then I do give in to the old ways but it's correctable. If I am cranky my sugars are low and if I feel hyper I take a walk because they are most likely high. But I can still enjoy life to the full.

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By *929Man
11 weeks ago

northumberland

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By *929Man
11 weeks ago

northumberland

I always thought it was a self inflicted condition then got diagnosed myself earlier this year despite being one of the last people that should get it according to what they say about it

Even the diabetic nurses didn’t believe I had it due to my body composition and activity level (very active job as ground worker, gym 5 nights a week ect) and was sent for testing see if it was late onset type 1 but sure enough came back as type 2.

Fucking hate having it

I’m on gilcazide and metaformin 4 tablets each a day and it’s coming down 1ac went from 106 to 83 still far too high but at least going in right direction

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By *ools and the brain OP Couple
11 weeks ago

couple, us we him her.

Maybe we could share meal ideas?

One of my favourites is home made lean turkey burgers in a wholemeal pitta rather than a bun, homemade sweet potato wedges and corn on the cob.

The most difficult meal of the day for me is breakfast, I can't stomach eggs so finding a low carb breakfast a struggle.

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By *oandstephCouple
11 weeks ago

Bradford

"I always thought it was a self inflicted condition then got diagnosed myself earlier this year despite being one of the last people that should get it according to what they say about it

Fucking hate having it

I’m on gilcazide and metaformin 4 tablets each a day and it’s coming down 1ac went from 106 to 83 still far too high but at least going in right direction "
i dont really know too much about it tbh and always beleived type 2 were (self inflicted) so what is the cause for yours have they give any indications why?

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By *929Man
11 weeks ago

northumberland

"I always thought it was a self inflicted condition then got diagnosed myself earlier this year despite being one of the last people that should get it according to what they say about it

Fucking hate having it

I’m on gilcazide and metaformin 4 tablets each a day and it’s coming down 1ac went from 106 to 83 still far too high but at least going in right direction i dont really know too much about it tbh and always beleived type 2 were (self inflicted) so what is the cause for yours have they give any indications why? "

They have no clue mate the only explanation they offered is maybe a parent had it and never knew and was passed down as I’m not aware of any family history

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By *oandstephCouple
11 weeks ago

Bradford

"I always thought it was a self inflicted condition then got diagnosed myself earlier this year despite being one of the last people that should get it according to what they say about it

Fucking hate having it

They have no clue mate the only explanation they offered is maybe a parent had it and never knew and was passed down as I’m not aware of any family history "
bloody families eh😂

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By *iss_Juicy79Woman
11 weeks ago

Edinburgh

"Maybe we could share meal ideas?

One of my favourites is home made lean turkey burgers in a wholemeal pitta rather than a bun, homemade sweet potato wedges and corn on the cob.

The most difficult meal of the day for me is breakfast, I can't stomach eggs so finding a low carb breakfast a struggle."

Avocado on toast is great for a breakfast

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By *aughtycouple1008Couple
11 weeks ago

west london

They say drink lots of water and lots of bitter vegetables

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By (user no longer on site)
11 weeks ago

I have been type 2 for many years and take Sukkarto

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By *adger BrocMan
11 weeks ago

Co. Cork

These modified fats effect how sugars transfer across the membrane of the cells that make up our body tissue.

Avoid them in your diet but as your body actually requires fat replace them with natural fats from nuts such as walnuts.

You can eat most other things, in moderation of course, such as meay, veg, grains etc.

🥜🥑🥕🍅🍉🍍

Do you have type 2?

No.

Because I avoid consuming hydrogenated fats.....

For some it's genetic though FYI I avoid those foods yet still got it."

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Your genetic make up, inherited from your parents, may make you more susceptible to developing type 2 diabetes but it is still the physiological effect of what you eat that actually causes the problem.

Very much a case of "you are what you eat".

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By *AM2214Man
11 weeks ago

Manchester Area

"It's law in the UK for foods to have ingredients labelled on them. It's down to the consumer to read then and also to educate themselves on nutrition "

With the best will in the world most manufacturers abide by legislation whilst aiming to confuse consumers. To become truly educated is a long term thing, to be reasonably aware maybe doable for most mere mortals

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By *AM2214Man
11 weeks ago

Manchester Area

"Maybe we could share meal ideas?

One of my favourites is home made lean turkey burgers in a wholemeal pitta rather than a bun, homemade sweet potato wedges and corn on the cob.

The most difficult meal of the day for me is breakfast, I can't stomach eggs so finding a low carb breakfast a struggle.

Avocado on toast is great for a breakfast"
cuts cholesterol too

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By *AM2214Man
11 weeks ago

Manchester Area

Not everyone is the same.

Diabetes affects people differently.

Just because it worked for you or you saw some post somewhere doesn't make you an expert and doesn't mean it will work for others.

Trust me, I've been given loads of incorrect information and contradictory advice from medical professionals for the last few decades.

Wholly agree, but the wide ranging style and positive vs negative comments isn't just via those of us on here.

Amazingly, having worked around the UK for many years since first diagnosed with Diabetes T2 in 2005, the difference in medical advice and diet recommendations has varied widely across the UK.

I returned to my home city at end of 2020, just ahead of retirement and suffice to say, my Diabetes has been under good control since.

Weight wise, in 2005, I weighed 27st but now I'm at 13st. My meds regime has been constant for past 4 years without any issues nor requiring changes as side effects are minimal.

Foods wise, I tend to stick with what I know what to trust from experience but recognise, if we stopped eating all the 'bad foods' all the time, we'd starve.

Twice the man you were despite losing half of yourself...seriously WOW. Congratulations on that effort sir

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By *ambridgezwingerMan
11 weeks ago

Cambridge

There is useful medical advice online.

Avoid or consume low amounts of alcohol and UPFs.

Exercise also beneficial...

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By *ita7Man
11 weeks ago

Kettering

What are people using to monitor their daily glucose levels?

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By *ools and the brain OP Couple
11 weeks ago

couple, us we him her.

"What are people using to monitor their daily glucose levels? "

Finger prick.

Although I don't monitor mine nearly as much as I used to,I tend to only do it if I've been unwell.

I can generally tell when it's high.

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By *ools and the brain OP Couple
11 weeks ago

couple, us we him her.

"Maybe we could share meal ideas?

One of my favourites is home made lean turkey burgers in a wholemeal pitta rather than a bun, homemade sweet potato wedges and corn on the cob.

The most difficult meal of the day for me is breakfast, I can't stomach eggs so finding a low carb breakfast a struggle.

Avocado on toast is great for a breakfast cuts cholesterol too"

But tastes like mashed slugs

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By *aughtySexualArousalMan
11 weeks ago

SPALDING

I'm type 2 as well, started off on metformin 3 wks into a new job. At the time I was a lorry driver and wasn't helpful needing to stop at every services or desperately try and find a toilet. Came off that and was given the slow releasing one still no better. Was then given linagliptin that worked for a while but sugars started to rise with no change in anything. Now on linagliptin and dalpagliflozin. Changed jobs to a very physical and demanding job and virtually eat what I want. Obviously have to be careful of sugars intake, my sugar levels are always where they should be now, and I feel so much better and loads more energy. Plus the weight is now falling off. Dropped 2 sizes in jeans in 6wks which I'm over the moon at. You can eat healthy on a budget you just need to be careful.

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By *ools and the brain OP Couple
11 weeks ago

couple, us we him her.

The most difficult time of the year.

Tis the season to be... diagnosed with diabetes due to gluttony.

Ho ho ho

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By *unnyAndDickieCouple
8 weeks ago

FARINGDON

Go keto or carnivore. Cutting carbs really helps milk is classed as dairy and is surprising high in carbs. Intermittent fasting helps as well. Find a sport/ hobby you enjoy, but perseverance is the key, easy to fall off the wagon

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By *llywalesWoman
8 weeks ago

Inflammation and gut microbiame... Check it out.

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By *cottish guy 555Man
8 weeks ago

London

Retirement is good for diabetes I was told. Doing the same thing every day helps a lot.

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By *lueeyes1973Man
7 weeks ago

Crawley

Have just started the oviva path to Remission Programme for type 2. It's shakes and soups for 12 weeks then a mix of food and shakes /soups for 6-8 weeks further.

Average Weight loss over 12 weeks is 15kg apparently.

Didn't realise how much my life was built around food. 😬

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By *ane jimCouple
7 weeks ago

Falkirk

Type 2 here lost 2stone and my suger levels went through the roof even my doctor had no answer .

Jim

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By *hirleyMan
7 weeks ago

somewhere

Just like people have alluded to, there's no one size fits all diagnosis and treatment for chronic illness like type 2. There never will be either as it's too expensive basically to develop and apply them in a personalised way. You're limited to the work put in, investment and resources of what has been before as to how well it will turn out for you.

We do live in a world of industrialised sustenance, blame is not the right way of looking at it, you have to look at why food consumption went that way and why it is successful. Successful because it has allowed the global population to boom and maintain it. So from one perspective you can argue cheap food is a blessing. Instead of blame, we need to look to evolve the types of things that are in industrial production and phase out others. We all know that society will push back on that though as it does with every other progressive idea

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By *ancMan
7 weeks ago

chester

"I also suffer from type 2 Diabetes - got warned years ago that I was pre diabetic..

Lost weight but Covid, age, binge eating etc I am now type 2.. I totally agree with all your points and it’s not like I wasn’t warned.. bow sometimes struggle with energy levels etc..

Working at reducing my weight etc.. more exercise, have cut out white pasta, rice, milk.. still do like my cheeses though..

Kris x

Cutting down on potatoes will help too anything with catbs really it's helped me a great deal

On Metformin however it plays havoc with my guts.. want to try the Ozempic jabs if they’ll let me..

I am also on metformin I find if I eat pasta or too many potatoes I get a bad tummy so I stopped eating pasta and have small amounts of potatoes.

My doctor put me on semaglutide which has the same ingredients and ozempic and it's tablet form to help me lose weight it's going well no side effects.

I think they only consider you for themmof you're massively overweight they are like £80 a pack "

Injection form has better clinical results

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By *aringtogo00Man
7 weeks ago

glasgow

Change your diet and a little exercise it will get you below the threshold. That’s all I did and I’ve kept it that way .

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By *exanthemMan
7 weeks ago

North

Here is what I did to reduce mine and almost off the metformin now - i used to get hungry all the time so I come up with a vegan mixture to satiate myself, includes protein, minerals, and fat that one need. Mixture has Roasted Kala Chana ( this is used to make Gram Flour), almonds, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, melon seeds, chia seeds and a bit of cashew, whenever I feel hungry outside the meal time, I eat handful of it..what it does, it activates natural insulin production, since this mixture is low in carb and high in fat and minerals, natural insulin starts reducing the extra sugar from my blood cells…during meals, I eat high Protein and no to low carb food…and on the top…I started lifting weights..that helped in elevating my metabolism..which in turn reduces the fat in my body. Besides that I always take a multivitamins tab, Vit D plus K, B-complex, and mag, zinc and calc tab…never felt better in life…my sugar level is 41….i do take metformin when going for party food or large carb rich meals - 2 * 500mg tabs , which I keep as minimal as possible…being Indian and avoid eating carb loaded food was the biggest challenge for me..

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By *ummer.Woman
7 weeks ago

east cheshire

It’s strangely reassuring I’m not alone. Doc has given me loads of variations of metformin

2x day in morning high dose

2x day lower dose

Now on 1 x day

I still have problems and run out of steam and sleep like a 93yr old during the day but am then wide awake at night !

Oh and the 2/3 trips to the loo in the night is fun - not

Currently going down the gym route to see how I get on … fingers crossed 🤞

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By *ustchilling123Man
7 weeks ago

Weybridge

My challenge is I love topping guys but erections are an issue. May return to a bottom which is how I started out. Anyone want to re introduce me and open me up x

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By *adyinred696969Couple
7 weeks ago

Brecon

"I really do sympathise with you because I have a daughter who is type 1, from 7 years old.

Would not wish it in my worst enemy.

Type 2 is reversible but it not simple.

Do you keep a daily food diary of what you are eating and also the carbs and also what activities are on that day, with work or whatever? Happy to chat more if you want to DM me "

Type 2 is NOT "reversable".

You CAN get it into remission, as in, medically it's not considered to be a danger to your health, but you will LAWAYS have to watch what you eat and drink otherwise it will rear its ugly head again, with all the possible ramifications that that entails.

Mart was diagnosed a couple of years ago.

Cut out carbs completely, and dropped 4 stone in 4 months.

Had to re-introduce some slower release carbs into his diet to stabilise the weight loss.

Now controls his diabetes with Metformin and diet.

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By *CBoyTV/TS
7 weeks ago

Tonypandy

I've been on a low xarb diet for about 4 years. Not keto but I use keto recipes mainly from YouTube. It is an expensive diet because of the alternative and unusual ingredients are expensive ie ide just ordered 1kg of Almond flour @ £12.99 !

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By *heekyguy_hertsMan
7 weeks ago

Hertfordshire

I’ve been type 2 for many years and have struggled to control my sugar levels.

A year ago back in October was also diagnosed with ADHD so now I know why I’ve always binged on crap foods so I’ve now cut out almost all sweets, chocolate, biscuits and alcohol. My levels have come down to 79 and as well as gliclozide & Janumet, my GP is putting me on empagliflozin.

I rattle when I walk but at least the sugar levels are coming down.

It’s definitely not easy for most people but worth it in the long run.

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By *londebiguyMan
7 weeks ago

Southport

"Point being, better to get dietary advice from professionals rather than internet strangers."

Totally true

A keto diet is not healthy and sustainable for long periods.

I wish people would stop with the fad diets.

Diets are not good and not for the long term.

Eating habits need to be changed made for long term and it is not easy or a quick fix at all.

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By *londebiguyMan
7 weeks ago

Southport

"Go keto or carnivore. Cutting carbs really helps milk is classed as dairy and is surprising high in carbs. Intermittent fasting helps as well. Find a sport/ hobby you enjoy, but perseverance is the key, easy to fall off the wagon "

This is terrible advice.

Do not go keto long term and definitely do not follow the carnivore nonsense.

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By *iss_Juicy79Woman
6 weeks ago

Edinburgh

"I also suffer from type 2 Diabetes - got warned years ago that I was pre diabetic..

Lost weight but Covid, age, binge eating etc I am now type 2.. I totally agree with all your points and it’s not like I wasn’t warned.. bow sometimes struggle with energy levels etc..

Working at reducing my weight etc.. more exercise, have cut out white pasta, rice, milk.. still do like my cheeses though..

Kris x

Cutting down on potatoes will help too anything with catbs really it's helped me a great deal

On Metformin however it plays havoc with my guts.. want to try the Ozempic jabs if they’ll let me..

I am also on metformin I find if I eat pasta or too many potatoes I get a bad tummy so I stopped eating pasta and have small amounts of potatoes.

My doctor put me on semaglutide which has the same ingredients and ozempic and it's tablet form to help me lose weight it's going well no side effects.

I think they only consider you for themmof you're massively overweight they are like £80 a pack

Injection form has better clinical results "

I can't afford injections and semaglutide has the same ingredients in as ozempic

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By *ildatheart30Couple
6 weeks ago

Gorebridge

Look up Dr Anthony Chaffee

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By *anonfire96Man
6 weeks ago

Mansfield

I was told I was pre diabetic, had a reading of 44/ 9.8. I started to eat according to my body type and made changes to my diet so I was eating less carbs more fat and much more protein. I lost 9 kg and dropped to 32/ 5.5 . Then had to go on beta blockers and blood thinners and put most of my weight back on. But luckily I'm still hovering around 5.5.

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By *rincess_nikki_transgurlTV/TS
6 weeks ago

salford

"Sufferers unite.

Ok so I understand that for many it's a self inflicted condition, however for many reasons not always true age and genetics also play a huge role.

The people who quote the old "

Eat less move more" are usually I have found people who have never had issues with weight control.

But I do agree that yes it's important to do as stated it's also important to take ownership and admit that as a person we HAVE to take responsibility.

But I do also think that food and drink manufacturers really should be held more accountable for the shit they churn out.

The difficulty in finding foods

Low in fat

Low in sugar ( carbs simple)

Low in salt/sodium

People will say just eat fresh food every meal.

Yeah right not so easy particularly if you are watching the pennies, have a family or work long hours and don't have a spare three hours a day to prepare meals.

I'm not making excuses just modern life and shopping doesn't lend itself to a particularly healthy eating regime.

It can be done and for us type 2's has to be done.

Thankfully I've improved slightly and see some light at the end of a long tunnel.

Sadly you can't take your foot off the gas and have to keep at it always, but the benefits are great.

It's just tiring but rewarding.

Anyone want to share their experiences and advice?"

I haven't bought bread in about 3 years.

Note, this doesn't mean I haven't eaten bread, but I don't have a loaf at home.

I did keto fir a bit with HUGE success and list 20kg with a fair bit of walking thrown in and at last check was JUST above the reading for T2.

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By *ountryfansCouple
6 weeks ago

huntingdon

I suffer with type 2. I am on insulin trurapi before meals and humulin at night. 2 x metform at breakfast and evening meal.

The stress of dealing with this and wifes health issue have caused me to have a breadown. I suffer severe depression and anxity. It is a horrid condition and something i struggle with on a daily basis.

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By *est mids guy 69Man
4 weeks ago

Solihull

all I can say to this guys is do what works for you, just don't ignore it, I have type one and for years I didn't give it the respect it needs, I now find my health is the worst it has ever been. my eyes are damaged, I've had a hart attack, my joints are painful and so on, all linked to diabetes. Please do what works for you, don't be an idiot like me and just carry on. Listen to your body, you only get one chance, once the damage is done it will not repiar -

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By *issybotboyMan
4 weeks ago

salford

Type 2 here for many years. Mines getting better now. More under control, new medicine has ficked.my appetite big time. But im losing weight and my sugar are nearing normal (51 at last check)

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By *ipped_TartanMan
4 weeks ago

north yorks

Tried performing same gut pain

Tried ozempic same

Thy put me on majouro now apparently contains enzyme that reduces blood level spikes

Good so far

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By *opping_candyWoman
4 weeks ago

Huddersfield, centralish

This isn't about reversing or reducing or anything like that, but I thought I'd throw this in.

Look. After. Your. Feet.

If you get a blister or a cut you watch that thing like a hawk until it's gone.

If you're prone to digging toenails out of nail beds, or hacking chunks out of your feet using those crappy corn knife things, consider going to get your feet taken care of professionally.

My sister and my father were both Type 2.

My sister developed diabetes due to chemotherapy she had as a kid and in her teens. It was pretty 'mild' for a long time, though other organ damage put down to the chemo showed up over the years.

And she was pretty rubbish at doing the right thing, skipping breakfast, not testing her sugars or "I forgot to bring my meds with me, never mind". Then bingeing unhealthy foods.

In 2019 she had one big toe amputated because she had a diabetic abscess that wouldn't heal - it didn't help that she was pretty antibiotic resistant due to a lifetime of frequent hospitalisations for many things, but over that last decade or so was often cellulitis. It went into the bone so that was that.

I really, really thought that might give her a wake up call to start looking after herself better. But she ended up in the same situation in late 2020/early 2021 and this time it was her big toe and a large section of foot. It was pretty grim.

My dad's was 100% self inflicted, and he didn't monitor or do anything to control it once diagnosed, though he'd fill his blood sugar logs in when requested (fictional) then wonder why his annual diabetic blood results were astronomical. He developed a small wound on his foot after having a hip replacement (that's a whole other tale), which eventually made him pretty ill and wouldn't heal. He ended up needing IV antibiotics for three months, which meant district nurses 2x a day plus dressing changes etc.

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By *cottish guy 555Man
4 weeks ago

London

Look. After. Your. Feet.

Good advice.

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By *orny PTMan
4 weeks ago

Peterborough

"It's law in the UK for foods to have ingredients labelled on them. It's down to the consumer to read then and also to educate themselves on nutrition "

Avoid the American imports as they are packed with more nasties than foods from this side of the pond.

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By *ove2pleaseseukMan
4 weeks ago

Hastings

"Point being, better to get dietary advice from professionals rather than internet strangers.

Totally true

A keto diet is not healthy and sustainable for long periods.

I wish people would stop with the fad diets.

Diets are not good and not for the long term.

Eating habits need to be changed made for long term and it is not easy or a quick fix at all. "

This is spot on. And as for move more it helps but look at how far you need to walk to burn it off foods. It's so hard to burn of what you eat compared to eating less. Hunger is in the mind I'm lucky am not T2 and like being hungry because I don't like to exercise.

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By *ools and the brain OP Couple
4 weeks ago

couple, us we him her.

Extreme diet's will always have a rebound when you ease off or stop.

Better to find a common ground and a lifestyle that allows you to enjoy eating but sensibly.

Relying on medication alone isn't the answer.

Relying on extreme diet's and fads isn't the answer.

Balance is.

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By *atnip make me purrWoman
4 weeks ago

Reading

Diabetes is the most insidious disease out there. It can affect ecrry part of your body, every nerve and every capillary. I have had it poorly controlled for over a decade. Then I got a cataract. It started to really impact my vision so I got put on a waiting list for surgery. I got taken off that waiting list as my a1c was too high. 100 where it needs to be under 70. So I knew something had to be done. Following the advice in the book life without Diabetes by Professor Roy Taylor i set out to lose weight and get my sugars under control. I switched to ozempic and got a cgm - continuous glucose monitor. The ozempic helped to control my sugar cravings and the cgm gave me instant feedback on what makes my sugars go up.

Amazingly I have lost about 10kg and kept my sugars under control and my last a1c was 46 so I am back on the waiting list.

Unfortunately there is a sting in the tale. I have developed orthostatic hypotension and became dehydrated as I was no longer thirsty with my sugars under control. I have fainted a few times and got admitted to hospital with bp on standing falling to 66 over 44. They gave me uv fluids which at least relieved me of the dizziness but my bp remained and has remained horribly debilitating and I can barely leave the house.

It s sn x would disease.

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By *londebiguyMan
4 weeks ago

Southport

"Extreme diet's will always have a rebound when you ease off or stop.

Better to find a common ground and a lifestyle that allows you to enjoy eating but sensibly.

Relying on medication alone isn't the answer.

Relying on extreme diet's and fads isn't the answer.

Balance is."

Precisely.

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By *ortyairCouple
4 weeks ago

Wallasey

Hubby had some great news the other day, he is now in remission from type 2. He is off all his medication for this bar one tablet which he takes for the benefits to his heart and kidneys.

Diabetes is such a bad thing, due to all the other stuff it contributes to, heart problems, strokes etc. So to get his sugars under control, the way he has, and within quite a short period makes me so proud of him.

He has still got lots of other things going on but beating this means he can concentrate on fighting the other stuff. So happy for him.

To everyone struggling with this condition we wish you all get the outcomes you are wanting, it's really tough but don't give up,

Mrs x

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By *esYesOMGYes!Man
4 weeks ago

Didsbury

One thing I learned that really surprised me is the effect of adding vinegar to the diet. Seen 2-3 teaspoons recommended.

Diabetic night sweats are caused when the body produces acetone. It’s very demanding for the body to do.

If you put it in your diet you don’t need to make it when you need it.

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By *bitofaslutWoman
4 weeks ago

Cannock

T2 here.

Was diagnosed 15 years ago. My A1C has been all over the place right up until the last year or so. I'm on long acting and short acting insulin.

I have neuropathy in the soles of my feet, possible nerve damage in my legs and hands and diabetic erectile dysfunction. I don't mind that last one because as a trans woman I want "the operation" eventually anyway and in the meantime it's very easy to hide away and as sensitive as a clitoris. Actually really happy with it the way it is!

Over the years I've had EVERY kind of dietary advice from professionals as I have to thread the needle between the diabetes, gout and IBS. I've literally had dieticians say they give up lol

Like others have said, I don't think exclusion and fad diets work. I call what I do "eating plans" as that sounds more accurate. I've had a lot of success following Slimming World's low GI low carb plan but it gets boring after a while so I just fudge it a bit too make it bearable and sustainable.

During lockdown it got very bad, my blood sugar was so out of control that it started eating my body fat and I got down to my ideal weight. Everyone said how good I looked but I was literally dying. Couldn't get hold of my diabetic nurses because they'd been seconded to COVID wards.

Got in touch eventually, gave me a new injecting routine and I've put on a couple of stone since.

I'm trying to lose that now through exercise and lifestyle changes. And I'm on the pill form of ozempic, rybelsus, which has been bloody brilliant!

My A1C is coming under control slowly and I need to get my triglycerides and blood pressure down which they were before Xmas.

Oh I also have diabetic retinopathy, my retinas are swollen and the high cholesterol is leaving fatty deposits which make extra blood vessels that n burst and leave blind spots. They're lasering away my peripheral vision so my eyes can focus on healing the blood vessels in my direct field of vision. That's going well and it hurts like hell but it's better than going blind.

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By *reamytitwankCouple
4 weeks ago

Cardiff

Look into keto.

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By *oo boo bearWoman
4 weeks ago

hull

As someone who has lost 10st & kept it off

Diets don’t work , you need a sustainable lifestyle in a calorie deficit

Don’t east processed food /crap junk food

Eat lean meats fish

Limit fruits

You don’t have to spend hours doing cardio

If you can lift weights & get 10000 steps a day

Support & accountability is essential

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By *eeman1200Man
4 weeks ago

Paulton Nr Bristol

Metformin is hard work

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By *asterandGenieCouple
4 weeks ago

Norfolk

Interesting research and guidance to doctors has been released

A series of studies have shown that type 2 diabetes is a condition of a small amount of excess

fat inside liver and pancreas. It can be reversed to normal by substantial weight loss. Diabetes

does not recur unless weight regain occurs. In the UK, the state of being in remission is

recognised by GP systems SNOMED code:703136005 (diabetes mellitus in remission

(disorder)), permitting the individual to be declared non-diabetic (for insurance and all other

matters) but with continuation of annual checks and NHS remuneration for diabetes care.

Also the low calorie soup diet of 800 calories a day for 8-12 weeks suggesting that weight loss of 15kg to put patient in to remission

Best done within 6 years of diagnosis.

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By *igad999Man
4 weeks ago

wolverhampton

Changing slightly I’m not diabetic I was borderline few years back but managed to lose weight etc but how does it play with sex life ie impotence. Just asking as a friend is and he’s had bad relationship issues

Obv viagra etc but his last partner didn’t like it as he wasn’t spontaneous enough

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By *929Man
4 weeks ago

northumberland

Is there actually any solution for the numb/tingly toes or is stuck with it? They started just before diagnosed blood sugar was probably sky high as was ill as well as having undiagnosed diabetes it’s far more under control now yet the tingly toes remain it’s annoying especially at night

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By *asterandGenieCouple
4 weeks ago

Norfolk

"Is there actually any solution for the numb/tingly toes or is stuck with it? They started just before diagnosed blood sugar was probably sky high as was ill as well as having undiagnosed diabetes it’s far more under control now yet the tingly toes remain it’s annoying especially at night "

Unfortunately there is no cure for neuropathy

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By *929Man
4 weeks ago

northumberland

Unfortunately there is no cure for neuropathy "

Aw shit could be worse I guess, thank you for explaining

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By *ickerladMan
4 weeks ago

wem

I am type 2 and get tingly toes at night, peripheral neuropathy to give it its full name. I was told to shake my calves about a bit to move the blood about a bit. It works for me !

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By *upergirthukMan
4 weeks ago

Liverpool UK

A strict High fat low carb diet (using Myfitnesspal 75% fat, 20% protein and 5% carb with a calorie count of 1700 calories). The more you exercise the better but be gentle and kind to yourself and listen to your body.

Walking and swimming are both good.

This put mine in remission whilst not on statins or metformin. I was on an anti-cholesterol tablet which was great but if you are a coffee addict like I was wean yourself off it or right down as it really does hinder your blood's performance in controlling plaque levels in the arteries.

Best of luck everyone. ❤️

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By *upergirthukMan
4 weeks ago

Liverpool UK

The blood will disolve any plaque in your arteries but caffeine inhibits this and the plaque will reduce your circulation which in turn will give you cold and tingly extremities.

I no longer suffer this like I did since I jibbed the caffeine but its hard if you are hooked on coffee like I was.

Good luck 🤞🤞🤞

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By *7stangMan
4 weeks ago

drogheda

God help you ...try type 1 and doing injections ...tought this was a swingers site ..not a moaning site

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By *eddManMan
4 weeks ago

teddington

Ive been type 2 for about 10 years. I was never particularly overweight but always had a sweet tooth. It’s fairly well controlled but I’m not disciplined enough. I’m on metformin but ok with it. I could cut everything out and be better but I can’t live without some treats.

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By *melie LALWoman
4 weeks ago

Peterborough

Unfortunately there is no cure for neuropathy

Aw shit could be worse I guess, thank you for explaining "

There are neuropathic pain meds. Your GP should discuss benefits vs risk.

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By *melie LALWoman
4 weeks ago

Peterborough

"God help you ...try type 1 and doing injections ...tought this was a swingers site ..not a moaning site

Pot... kettle... black.

Nothing wrong with supporting others through difficult times.

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By *lusherCouple
4 weeks ago

bodmin

Diabetes mellitus is not about glucose, it is about insulin. If there is not enough insulin to drive glucose into the cell, it hangs around.

Typically T2DM is characterised by insulin "resistance" and the pancreas has to produce more to force glucose into the cells. However it has hit a ceiling and cannot so there is a backlog.

You can therefore add more insulin, drive the pancreas harder (gliclazide), make the cells more sensitive (metformin and/or weight loss), make the body pee it out (SLGT2), decrease the demands (diet changes), or change metabolic behaviour (GLP1).

Read Tim Spector's stuff for diet, it is odd how we process foods very differently. Even identical twins process foods and have different glycemic responses.

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By *929Man
4 weeks ago

northumberland

"I am type 2 and get tingly toes at night, peripheral neuropathy to give it its full name. I was told to shake my calves about a bit to move the blood about a bit. It works for me !"

I’ll give that a try mate cheers

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By *929Man
4 weeks ago

northumberland

The blood will disolve any plaque in your arteries but caffeine inhibits this and the plaque will reduce your circulation which in turn will give you cold and tingly extremities.

I no longer suffer this like I did since I jibbed the caffeine but its hard if you are hooked on coffee like I was.

Good luck 🤞🤞🤞"

I do have a Pepsi max addiction will give it a try mate cheers

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By *929Man
4 weeks ago

northumberland

Unfortunately there is no cure for neuropathy

Aw shit could be worse I guess, thank you for explaining

There are neuropathic pain meds. Your GP should discuss benefits vs risk."

Thank you I’ll ask about it next appointment

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By *loria JamesTV/TS
4 weeks ago

Durham

I have quite a good diet, I'm not overweight and I go to the gym 4 or 5 times a week.

After all of that I'm still borderline. Not everything is black and white x

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By *hristov9999Man
4 weeks ago

liverpool south

Anyone had issues with erections along with tingly painful feet?

Also if erections were an issue has it been resolved by diet etc

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By *elaninMaverickWoman
4 weeks ago

near Putney Heath

The blood will disolve any plaque in your arteries but caffeine inhibits this and the plaque will reduce your circulation which in turn will give you cold and tingly extremities.

I no longer suffer this like I did since I jibbed the caffeine but its hard if you are hooked on coffee like I was.

Good luck 🤞🤞🤞

I do have a Pepsi max addiction will give it a try mate cheers "

Defo stay off Pepsi Max...also welcome to your 40s where all manner of random things will go wrong and you will have to adjust accordingly.

I've now taken to drinking caffeine-free herbal teas unsweetened plus kombucha, kefir, green smoothies and coconut water in and effort to get my body to work correctly.

My blood sugar apparently has been dropping year on year but that's probably because I eat a low GI/GL diet and I have to avoid saturated fat so no Keto for me. Granted my body doesn't like it as I suffer with fatigue but I will take fatigue over diabetes type 1 and type 2 and heart disease that runs in my family.

I'm not a health fanatic and am chubby/obese/fat/plus-sized...whatever but my blood pressure is low and my blood sugar is low and my blood cholesterol is low.

You might have to get a Flash glucose monitors (Freestyle Libre) and continuous glucose monitors (CGM). My great aunt is the thinnest person I know but she's had Type 1 for the 30 years I've known her...I think it did start in her 40s. She has to monitor and check her levels morning, afternoon, evening and night. She is in her 80s so as long as you control it you should be ok.

If only my neuro-wiring was so easily fixed. Lol!

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By *asons_CarounnCouple
4 weeks ago

Manchester

"Anyone had issues with erections along with tingly painful feet?

Also if erections were an issue has it been resolved by diet etc"

Please book to see your GP if you are having issues with your feet and have a diabetes diagnoses. You need real medical advice!

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By *hristov9999Man
4 weeks ago

liverpool south

Melaninmaverick care to chat?

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By *melie LALWoman
4 weeks ago

Peterborough

Just a warning to you type 2, I later life you may end up needing insulin. It was explained to me in training that you don't become type 1 insulin dependent but remain type 2, but insulin treated.

Type 1 diabetes mellitus is commonly discovered in puberty.

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By *wan64Woman
4 weeks ago

Glasgow

Speak to doc ask for metformin/modified/slow release it worked for me

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By *p2norfolkngoodMan
4 weeks ago

Norwich

"Just a warning to you type 2, I later life you may end up needing insulin. It was explained to me in training that you don't become type 1 insulin dependent but remain type 2, but insulin treated.

Type 1 diabetes mellitus is commonly discovered in puberty."

Correct because they’re caused by different things

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By *9alMan
4 weeks ago

Bridgend

"Anyone had issues with erections along with tingly painful feet?

Also if erections were an issue has it been resolved by diet etc"

my GP prescribed viagra when I was diagnosed only get limited number on prescription but worth asking

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By *ortyairCouple
4 weeks ago

Wallasey

"Just a warning to you type 2, I later life you may end up needing insulin. It was explained to me in training that you don't become type 1 insulin dependent but remain type 2, but insulin treated.

Type 1 diabetes mellitus is commonly discovered in puberty.

Correct because they’re caused by different things

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It's important to be aware that it's not a "weight" problem, it's an issue with Insulin Resistence, although for type 2 a Keto diet helps massively.

Mrs x

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By *exanthemMan
4 weeks ago

North

Weights, high protien diet and sexually active life fix your diabetes. I reduced mine from 65 to 46 mmol/mol in three months. I am thinking of starting TRT to build more endurance and strength as diabetes eats up your muscles due to less oxygen flow in your blood stream.

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By *asylove1Couple
4 weeks ago

St.Austell

I had this the gp then put me on Sukkarto tablets, they helped a bit

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By *imited 3EditionCouple
3 weeks ago

Live in Scotland Play in England

I hear you and completely agree that those responsible for our food chain have a lot to answer for.

A friend of mine said she benefited a lot from adding huel meal replacements to her diet. Although these are costly, she said one was actually enough for two meals so worked out and she would just have one normal meal each day. Really helped bring her weight and blood sugars under control. Obviously these might not be suitable for everyone but could be worth looking into.

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By *og-ManMan
3 weeks ago

somewhere

Anyone with tingly painful feet problems

I had the same thing and my consultant put me on a 50mg tablet per day called pregabalin

They've worked since day one of taking them especially at night in bed

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By *melie LALWoman
3 weeks ago

Peterborough

"Anyone with tingly painful feet problems

I had the same thing and my consultant put me on a 50mg tablet per day called pregabalin

They've worked since day one of taking them especially at night in bed "

It's a neuropathic pain medication (I mentioned earlier).

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By *929Man
3 weeks ago

northumberland

The blood will disolve any plaque in your arteries but caffeine inhibits this and the plaque will reduce your circulation which in turn will give you cold and tingly extremities.

I no longer suffer this like I did since I jibbed the caffeine but its hard if you are hooked on coffee like I was.

Good luck 🤞🤞🤞

I do have a Pepsi max addiction will give it a try mate cheers

Defo stay off Pepsi Max...also welcome to your 40s where all manner of random things will go wrong and you will have to adjust accordingly.

I've now taken to drinking caffeine-free herbal teas unsweetened plus kombucha, kefir, green smoothies and coconut water in and effort to get my body to work correctly.

I'm not a health fanatic and am chubby/obese/fat/plus-sized...whatever but my blood pressure is low and my blood sugar is low and my blood cholesterol is low.

If only my neuro-wiring was so easily fixed. Lol!

Thank you for taking time to write such a detailed response

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By *teveanddebsCouple
3 weeks ago

Norwich

"Metformin is awful. I'm type 1 but they pit me on that for a bit. It played havoc with my guts.

I'm on the slow release ones much better, still fart alot tho

I take 2 of the slow release a day, supposed to take them together but if I take them less that 10 hours apart they give me the shits

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By *not69Man
3 weeks ago

Lancashire

"I also suffer from type 2 Diabetes - got warned years ago that I was pre diabetic..

Lost weight but Covid, age, binge eating etc I am now type 2.. I totally agree with all your points and it’s not like I wasn’t warned.. bow sometimes struggle with energy levels etc..

Working at reducing my weight etc.. more exercise, have cut out white pasta, rice, milk.. still do like my cheeses though..

Kris x

Cutting down on potatoes will help too anything with catbs really it's helped me a great deal

On Metformin however it plays havoc with my guts.. want to try the Ozempic jabs if they’ll let me.. "

Ask your doctor for slow release Metformin. I've just been changed on to them this morning for the same reason

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By *omble 69Man
3 weeks ago

Symington

I'm type 2 and it's hereditary in my case my dad was type 2 also,been same weight and waist size since early 20s strictly watched diet when first diagnosed made no difference to blood sugar levels now on low dose empagliflozin and gliclazide which helps keep blood sugars at lower levels.

For info my dad lived until he was 92 and in his own home without assistance so it doesn't need to be a death sentence if you can manage it

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By *ita7Man
3 weeks ago

Kettering

Can anyone recommended a continuous glucose monitor please? Tx

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By *melie LALWoman
3 weeks ago

Peterborough

"Can anyone recommended a continuous glucose monitor please? Tx"

Libre

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By *melie LALWoman
3 weeks ago

Peterborough

"Can anyone recommended a continuous glucose monitor please? Tx"

Are you type 1?

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By *atnip make me purrWoman
3 weeks ago

Reading

Gabapentin will help with symptoms.

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By *ools and the brain OP Couple
3 weeks ago

couple, us we him her.

Gabapentin will help with symptoms. "

Regular exercise to help with circulation, cold water treatment, staying hydrated is important, well fitting shoes are particularly important if you spend a lot of time on your feet.

However just be sure you don't have any back issues coz the tingling could be that.

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By *orny PTMan
3 weeks ago

Peterborough

"Diabetes is the most insidious disease out there. It can affect ecrry part of your body, every nerve and every capillary. I have had it poorly controlled for over a decade. Then I got a cataract. It started to really impact my vision so I got put on a waiting list for surgery. I got taken off that waiting list as my a1c was too high. 100 where it needs to be under 70. So I knew something had to be done. Following the advice in the book life without Diabetes by Professor Roy Taylor i set out to lose weight and get my sugars under control. I switched to ozempic and got a cgm - continuous glucose monitor. The ozempic helped to control my sugar cravings and the cgm gave me instant feedback on what makes my sugars go up.

Amazingly I have lost about 10kg and kept my sugars under control and my last a1c was 46 so I am back on the waiting list.

It s sn x would disease. "

Well done on the weight loss.

Have you thought about having a water bottle with the hours printed on the sides, they are really cheap and if you set your alarm to chime or vibrate on the hour it might train your muscle memory.

Good luck.

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By *orny PTMan
3 weeks ago

Peterborough

Gabapentin will help with symptoms.

Regular exercise to help with circulation, cold water treatment, staying hydrated is important, well fitting shoes are particularly important if you spend a lot of time on your feet.

However just be sure you don't have any back issues coz the tingling could be that."

Have your feet had their pulse and blood pressure taken? Doppler/ultrasound might be worth asking about at the hospital.

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By *ayboii_18Man
3 weeks ago

cannock

I was told that I was pre - Diabetic and needed to change my diet and choices. Was almost touching 20 stone.

So I cut out the crap and went walking every night and decided to look at Mounjaro Injections. I pay privately each month for them.

5 months later I'm almost 5 stone lighter, blood sugars are averaging 4.2 and my blood pressure is down.

Best decision I made to change my diet and start these injections.

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By *an020279Man
3 weeks ago

Tamworth

I’m type 2 for almost 12 months.

I was 6 stone heavier 12 months ago. With my weight loss, improved diet and exercise my sugar levels are getting worse.

Some initial symptoms I had have returned too. Doctors review next week.

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By *esYesOMGYes!Man
3 weeks ago

Didsbury

Ashwagandha (Indian ginseng) has been used for blood sugar regulation in Ayurvedic medicine for generations. Western science has since proven its worth. You might consider asking your doctor about using it as a supplement.

It’s main use is to manage cortisol, the stress hormone which has a relationship with blood sugar levels.

It’s considered to be low risk where contraindications are concerned. Blood thinners or immunosuppressants are potential ones.

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By *ools and the brain OP Couple
3 weeks ago

couple, us we him her.

"I was told that I was pre - Diabetic and needed to change my diet and choices. Was almost touching 20 stone.

So I cut out the crap and went walking every night and decided to look at Mounjaro Injections. I pay privately each month for them.

5 months later I'm almost 5 stone lighter, blood sugars are averaging 4.2 and my blood pressure is down.

Best decision I made to change my diet and start these injections. "

These injections are not the holy grail, be cautious about long term side effects and buying something online without a prescription, something you probably won't be able to do for much longer.

On my recent diabetic review I had a in-depth discussion with the nurse about the injections and she said the same plus the potential for the rebound effect if you stop, sudden increase in appetite.

It's your body and well done for stopping it in time all I'm saying is caution in regards the injection.

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By *atnip make me purrWoman
3 weeks ago

Reading

Amazingly I have lost about 10kg and kept my sugars under control and my last a1c was 46 so I am back on the waiting list.

It s sn x would disease.

Well done on the weight loss.

Have you thought about having a water bottle with the hours printed on the sides, they are really cheap and if you set your alarm to chime or vibrate on the hour it might train your muscle memory.

Good luck."

I have an app that plays a sound effect of water pouring to help me remember.

Thanks for your good wishes!

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By *luerooMan
3 weeks ago

Bridgwater

does anybody acyually meet with their diabetic nurse anymore ?

i'm type 2 every year i have a birthday review followed by a 6 month follow up,

usually see a health care assistant who weighs me takes the blood sample sticks pins in my feet, then maybe a week later the diabetic nurse will call with the results, was diagnosed in 2010 but have only had probably had 10 - 12 face to face appointments with the diabetic nurse, the last was well before the advent of covid 19.

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By *9alMan
3 weeks ago

Bridgend

I have had very little ongoing care from GP surgery after diagnosis occasional blood tests but no proper care & management plan

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By *hrobbermanMan
3 weeks ago

Lanarkshire

I do not have Type 2 Diabetes. However I have a close relative with the condition.

I often help in a few ways.

I am single and I live alone so I need to watch the pennies too. I also work f/t and dont have time to start scratch cooking when I get home from work.

1. I hand on lots of my very own batch cooked (and then frozen) scratch-cooked, inexpensive meals. These include casseroles, curries, chilli, soup etc. They just need some microwave rice or a few slices of bread. Cheap and good to have a nice variety of low fat, home cooked meals made with fresh ingredients.

2. I visit and we go out for a wee walk in all weathers. I drive and I'm happy to take them out. We also use our bus passes. Sometimes just having someone to get out for a wee wander round the shops or by the sea is good.

I have been doing this since 2022 (just after Lockdown) when their condition moved from borderline to Stage 2.

Guess what? It really helps.

Try some batch-cooking.

Try and get out for one (or one extra) wee walk per week for even an hour. Really helps to have a crony to do this with.

Persist. Keep going. Small amounts of progress are life-changing.

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By *ildatheart30Couple
3 weeks ago

Gorebridge

Bread isn't much better than a slab of chocolate for raising blood sugar, grains cause a lot of problems while being disguised as healthy

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By *ools and the brain OP Couple
3 weeks ago

couple, us we him her.

"I have had very little ongoing care from GP surgery after diagnosis occasional blood tests but no proper care & management plan "

You should be having a yearly diabetes review which includes blood tests and blood pressure checked.

As well as yearly eye scans for signs of diabetic retinopathy.

If not you need to either complain to your GP or change GP.

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By *ools and the brain OP Couple
3 weeks ago

couple, us we him her.

Amazingly I have lost about 10kg and kept my sugars under control and my last a1c was 46 so I am back on the waiting list.

It s sn x would disease.

Well done on the weight loss.

Have you thought about having a water bottle with the hours printed on the sides, they are really cheap and if you set your alarm to chime or vibrate on the hour it might train your muscle memory.

Good luck.

I have an app that plays a sound effect of water pouring to help me remember.

Thanks for your good wishes!"

As I've just said, yearly.

If it's controlled and everything is ok yearly.

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By *rixie_BlondeWoman
3 weeks ago

London (She/Her)

Can I ask a random question, do type 2s hate type 1s?

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By *evon30Man
3 weeks ago

torquay

I was diagnosed 2 years ago, bought hba1c down rapidly, due a check soon

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By *ools and the brain OP Couple
3 weeks ago

couple, us we him her.

"Can I ask a random question, do type 2s hate type 1s? "

No why would we?

Bet type 1's hate type 2's tho

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By *horshammer132Man
2 weeks ago

Stockport

I feel for all of you who suffer.. I've never had the issue although I have fluctuated with Wright issues.

Things i found helps;

Stay in a calorie deficit.

Reduce alcohol consumption

Cut out refined sugars.

Don't cut out all the things you like eating. It's not sustainable and you get urges or cravings.

Eat dark chocolate.

Cut out processed foods and ready meals. They are high in salt, sugars and fats.

Eat home cooked meals.

Eat lots of veg

Eat chillies the capsicum increases metabolic rate.

Get a bit more exercise even if it's seated exercises, burn some calories.

That's my pennies worth .. stay healthy folks

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By *lueeyes1973Man
2 weeks ago

Crawley

So I'm type 2. Diagnosed Sept 2023 after an eye test found a swollen optical nerve.

I have been on medication but with an uncertain future ahead I saw a tik tok of a guy on the total diet replacement - path to remission program.

Seeing him lose 21kg in 12 weeks piqued my interest and I approached my diabetic nurse to get referred. It took from May until September to get them through the process and them had to wait until December for the phone call from the operator.

I started on 10th Jan having given myself a nice Christmas.

I have lost 13.6kg in 5 weeks but more importantly I am off the medication and my blood sugars are in the normal range.

Message me if you want more info. Its on the NHS and I'm not selling anything haha

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By *lderscot52Man
2 weeks ago

Inverness

I have just had my 6 month check up. All good. Not been showing as type 2 for 8 years now. Steady loss of weight and walking for an hour daily. And a fair size garden to look after. All started with injection Byetta, then an upgrade Victosa. Helped quell my appetite.

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By *ools and the brain OP Couple
2 weeks ago

couple, us we him her.

"So I'm type 2. Diagnosed Sept 2023 after an eye test found a swollen optical nerve.

I have been on medication but with an uncertain future ahead I saw a tik tok of a guy on the total diet replacement - path to remission program.

I started on 10th Jan having given myself a nice Christmas.

I have lost 13.6kg in 5 weeks but more importantly I am off the medication and my blood sugars are in the normal range.

Message me if you want more info. Its on the NHS and I'm not selling anything haha

Sounds pretty extreme, hopefully it works out that's a huge weight loss in a very short amount of time.

Well done.

Thanks everyone for your contributions let's keep supporting each other and keep up the good work

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By *ucianpoundCouple
2 weeks ago

Cap d’Agde, France

Very interesting documentary on Netflix/Prime called ‘Fat Fiction’

It proposes that the ‘low fat’ diet came about as a result of research by an American doctor in the 50s who concluded that the high rate of deaths by heart disease at the time was the result of a high fat diet.

He omitted though to link smoking to heart disease nor carry out research in countries such as France which traditionally had (and has) a high fat cuisine.

Interviewing doctors, nutrition and dieticians the film proposed than ripping various fats found in natural foods and replacing them with fill-ins and carbohydrates has led to an explosion of diabetes in the developed world.

The film argues that you should not avoid normal fats in your diet and try to replace them with more processed low fat foods.

I live in France, have a French wife and children and we have never avoided high fat foods such as foie gras, cheese, and various meats and always eaten a traditional diet. Despite this no one is overweight or has diabetes in our family.

Of course there are other factors but I concur with the film that people’s diet is significant.

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