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I bought a bread maker, which is a completely new experience for me. They were already being sold in Argentina in the 90s, but they were very expensive. Now they're cheap and cost about the same as a blender. The machine does everything: it kneads, lets the dough rise, and bakes it. I once tried making bread by hand and it turned out terribly: a brick! So this bread maker has been a lifesaver. The first thing I'm going to share with you, because I wouldn't want to die without writing down... Read more

I’m Low Carb, high protein follower, have intolerance to lobster & crayfish family and husband is considering a holiday to Japan, has anyone experienced a holiday in Japan and can share information and recommendations?

I don't like the fact that I'll never be able to have a midnight snack without taking insulin. I don't like that I'll always be worrying about my bg going too high or low while my friends probably will never give a second of thought to their blood sugar levels. Most my friends probably don't even know what that is. And whenever I burnout I don't really have anyone to talk to since I don't know anyone with diabetes, they'll offer general support but they'll never fully understand. Anyone can... Read more

Hi I'm 69, diagnosed with T2 10 years ago. I take 1500mg Metformin a day. Was lucky enough to be diagnosed at a time when keto and low carb were becoming widely known. Also when freestyle libres were available. I am finding it more difficult as time goes on though. Recently I added protein powder to my breakfast greek yogurt only to find it spiking my blood sugar. The powder had zero carbs, I checked. But the protein was processed for quick absorption so I wondered if this was the problem. I... Read more

Just been for a box of 100 to be told by pharmacy they are problems getting these. this happened before and managed to get some at another pharmacy. Any one else having problems with them ?

At a yearly blood check i was called by tbe doctor and told I had a HB1aC of 52. He told me I was diabetic, and needed to take metaformin, this was 6 weeks ago I'm now on 2000mg a day. I was called by the nurse saying I needed to go for an eye and foot check, but had no follow up, that was it, nothing more, no advice on how to manage etc, no appointments for the eye check. So ive been self managing, cutting carbs, eating protein Fibre etc. I got a CGM early on and started noting what... Read more

On some medication Metformin plus blood pressure, plus type of statin. Underactive Thyroid so on Levoxythyroxine as well. I should know this but is there a simple overnight starting point for fasting. Dinner at 7pm then smallest breakfast at 10.00 am.? I was advised to eat something with Metformin. I just need to try a starting regime if I can have put on 8 to 10 lbs quite quickly in the hot weather. Need to shift a good few lbs (very overweight) just been reading how fasting can help... Read more

Hi there, I have not posted on here in a long time, but I thought I would give an update on my eyes. I am T2, self inflicted. Up to 2018 I was getting multiple injections and Laser in both eyes, to fight the eye bleeds. I have a scar on my right retina. Since 2018 I have been travelling to the UK from Dublin twice a year to receive the Noctura 400 masks, plus I receive an eye scan. Since I started using the mask my retinopathy has stabilised, and I have had no need of treatment . I also... Read more

I have had texts and now a letter from my Dr's re getting a CGM to be honest I don't have a modern phone to read it so it would be a waste if time surely ?

Hi, type 2 and last Hba1c was 49. Just seen cardiac consultant about heart rhythm and she seemed surprised that GP had not offered me dapagliflozin. I had not heard of this drug & I am not keen on more meds and as Hba1c not terrible is seems the benefit will be to my heart. Is anyone on the drug to help both diabetes and their heart?

Hi just want to find out if anyone on this platform have used the capsaicin power or daily beets. Just wanted to know if it is any good.i have been getting stories on my Facebook about it and I am drawn in buying one.

Just thought aid start a discussion here for anyone on the Ascend Plus trial by Oxford University. Started my “Run In” phase yesterday and so far so good. No side affects other than fatigue. How are other folks doing?