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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
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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.
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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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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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"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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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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"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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"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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"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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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 4 weeks ago
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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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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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"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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"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 *YDB75Man 4 weeks ago
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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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"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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"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.. "
It is actually lower than that now and his fitness has improved greatly too, Mrs x |
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By *otsMan 4 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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"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?"
No.
Because I avoid consuming hydrogenated fats.....
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"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?
No.
Because I avoid consuming hydrogenated fats.....
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For some it's genetic though FYI I avoid those foods yet still got it. |
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"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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Too much fruit isn't good for type 2 diabetes, too much sugar, Mrs x |
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"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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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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"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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"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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Well said my man.. |
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"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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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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"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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"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 *9alMan 3 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 3 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!
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"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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"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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"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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"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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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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"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."
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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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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"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.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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"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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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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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 3 weeks ago
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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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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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"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 "
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 3 weeks ago
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"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 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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"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 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 "
bloody families eh😂 |
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"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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"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?
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 3 weeks ago
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"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 3 weeks ago
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"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 3 weeks ago
Manchester Area |
"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.
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."
Twice the man you were despite losing half of yourself...seriously WOW. Congratulations on that effort sir |
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"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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"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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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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