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@Kayskidz; This seems to be a common problem and while some the remedies suggested may help, there are some people who simply can't tolerate the lack of fibre inherent in the low carb diet. While I accept that some people are happy to take some form of laxative there is the danger of becoming dependent. One of the…

@LJFJ: Have a look at the Lower Carber Daily Forum - The LCD Group. Go to the announcement section and follow the Launch Pad link. There is lots of information there. If you feel that this might be an appropriate approach for you you will find the group members to be very supportive. Root crops sadly tend to have a…

I agree with radii. It would be rare to achieve a 'cure' from Diabetes. It is great to have blood sugars within the 'normal' range but don't forget this is being supported by your medication. Some people may claim that they have reversed Diabetes or are no longer diabetic. The definitive test would be for them to take an…

1/4: 203.8 8/4: 202.5 15/4 203.9 22/4 203.5 This has been another frustrating week. I haven't been able to hit my exercise target of 3 - 8 miles walking. I've also had to increase my carb target to 50 to accommodate the consumption of more oats. My digestive system simply can't tolerate the low levels of fibre which seem…

@LJFJ; I seem to have been suffering from a severe case of brain fade when I mentioned Glycogel. What I should have said was Glucogel. You're absolutely correct about it being a tube of gel. It has the advantage that it can be rubbed on the gums if the person is not able to chew the tablets. It quickly dissolves and there…

Thank you again Dan for all your work and your willingness to share your information gleaning, it's much appreciated, particularly by the less computer savvy amongst us.

You should do what you feel your body needs. Hope you work it out.

Hi, I'm T2 diagnosed Nov 2011. Those numbers would be considered within the diabetic range by many Drs. The good news is that with a disciplined approach, which you have already shown in the past, you can live a healthy and active life. I've already accepted a friend request from you but just wanted to flag the fact that…

Clandeboye Estate natural yogurt has 3 grms per 100. This may be local but can be found in Sainsburys. Holland and Barrat also carry a Neals Yard Omega Breakfast Sprinkle which is very good. Hope this helps.

That's great news Stephen and a real incentive to keep doing what works for you. Very well done.

@LJFJ; sorry to hear about the hypos. Different people have their own solutions. The most effective I have found is to carry glucose tablets and chew between 4-6 when The need arises. Thankfully I've only had two episodes since diagnosis in Nov 2011. I carry a pack at all times and keep a pack in the glove compartment in…

1/4/15 203.8; 8/4/15 202.5; 15/4/15 203.9 Change since last check in day +1.4lbs Change since 1/4/15 +0.1lbs A disappointing and frustrating week with weight gain almost every day. I appear to lose and gain the same few pounds. Only missed my carb target on one day. Methinks I may be the exception to the rule. I will stick…

@LJFJ; good to see that have made your way to this group and you're getting into the swing of things. That's a good decision to look at the menu beforehand and choose what is good for you. Hope you have a nice evening with your friend, well done.

Hi LJ, Some of the foods you have listed will not do you any good. I can understand your comfort eating in the light of your loss. Have you thought about looking for a bereavement support group ?. These groups can be very helpful in helping us move through the grieving process. If you have lots of food in storage one…

@Jennym93; I echo most of the advice given above. Setting a carb target of <16 is maybe a little ambitious especially when you're struggling with sugar cravings. It's always better to deal with one issue at a time. Have a look at a typical day, making sure that you log honestly. Establish that as your baseline and then…

I noticed that I appear to have suffered brain fade when I listed 120-140 mmol/l as an acceptable 2 hour post meal reading. The units should of course have been mg/dl. Just my UK brain failing to translate to the appropriate US units. Too many birthdays. In relation to the figure of 120-140 these are not targets to aim…

@ldmoor; great news and a great result. Well done on your perserverence.

Weight 1/4/15 (203.8); 8/4/15 (202.5) (- 1.3) Marginally exceeded my carb target on two days during the week. Energy levels quite low. Saturated fat levels higher than I would like so an objective for the remaining period would be to get a better balance between saturated and monosaturated fats. Failed in my objective to…

@goperfecthealth, ditto what Keith said. Eating to your meter simply means testing our bloodsugar both before meals and about 2 hours after meals. The idea being to identify those foods which cause your blood sugar to spike. Once identified, the problem foods can be eliminated or greatly reduced from your diet. A good…

@Shaney86, One of the really frustrating things about diabetes is the amount of false information out there and the poor advice given by many health 'professionals'. One of the most effective weapons we have is to be self aware and there are lots of information sources out there. The advent of the internet meant that we…

It's a common reaction for many people to expect a rapid response to their efforts to lose weight or control blood glucose. The first lesson to learn is patience. After all It probably took some time eating incorrectly to get to a stage where we are overweight or diabetic or both. One of the most effective weapons is…

If you want to be really accurate, enter the chicken legs as a recipe. Enter each ingredient used. Choose the serving size as 1. Measure the total weight of the chicken legs once they are cooked. Weigh the chicken legs to be eaten. Divide the weight of the legs to be eaten by the total weight of the cooked legs. Use this…

@msderes; Sorry to hear about your reaction to your Diabetic meds. A diagnosis of Diabetes can often come as a shock. The good news is that for most people, adopting a serious and disciplined approach enables us to live healthy and active lives. One of the really frustrating things about diabetes is that it's a very…

That's a really good result, well done.

Am I corrrect in assuming that when you speak about ounces of water you mean fluid ounces?

That's really great news Dan and much to give thanks for. You've really stuck at it and your results are well deserved.

@ angelofhope; Yes, try looking at The Low Carber Forum - The LCD Group. Look at the announcement section and follow the launch pad links for lots of information.

When you say 45g per meal I presume you mean 45g of carbohydrates. If that is correct and you are having trouble controlling your blood sugars then the most obvious thing to do would to consider reducing your level of carbs. A number of diabetics have had success using a Low Carb High Fat approach to eating. Have a look at…

Starting Weight 203.8 lbs (1/4/15) Carb target 38 grams ( ideally 30 or less ) Hoping to improve my exercise level as an aid to initiating downward movement.

@JPW1990, No nothing of any real sigificance and certainly nothing to explain the 6lb difference. Currently on meds for heart failure symptoms. I've noticed that my bowel is a lot slower since starting LCHF. Will be checking this out on my next check up later this month. Everything feels normal, no palpitations and…