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Thanks for the support.
If anybody would like information on the total diet replacement please message here or privately if you prefer. Its not for everyone but as someone who finds it easier to do as I'm told  it has been brilliant |
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My brother-in-law is a guy who likes his beer and other unhealthy stuff. He was diagnosed with Type 2 a couple of years ago. Having always been a big guy and a man of appetites, it was seemingly inevitable that he was going to end up with it.
But in the last year, he was watched what he's eating, cut back on the beer just a little, and he's now no longer Diabetic.
It's a little ray of hope for those who might think they'll never be free of it. |
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Type 2 here been diagnised 3 months ago, symptom that led to diagnosis waa reocurrunt thrush , had it 8 times over the course of 3 months - turns out it was caused by excess sugars in my urine, not had it return since i started meds and managed sugar levels |
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By *ENGUYMan 10 weeks ago
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I was first diagnosed as Type 2 Diabetic in 2006, but my then GP (in a different location to my home town now) didn't believe the test results as I didn't show any of the usual symptoms; a 2nd test confirmed I was!
It's been a bit of a struggle over the years, balancing a stressful and long hours career, but now retired by 4 years, it's been easier.
Since 2006, my main goal was to lose weight; at that time,I was 26st but now down to just under 13st. I watch what I eat and rely on Meds in my life but my GP over the years has been really good and finding what tablets work best for me. with Metformin Slow Release tablets my key medication.
Exercise can be a pain, in a real sense due to severe Osteoarthritis in both knees, hands and recently found in my shoulders, but I'm out and walk at least 1.5 miles daily. I have other longterm health matters but they too under control with annual check-ups.
Diabetes can be challenging but for me, I work with and around it plus have good back-up support. |
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"Hi
Is type 2 insulin usage?
It can be, later in life. Type 1 is insulin dependent (autoimmune disease). Type 2 when insulin treated, is basically a knackered pancreas."
Mine was down to trauma. I was using insulin |
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"Hi
Is type 2 insulin usage?
It can be, later in life. Type 1 is insulin dependent (autoimmune disease). Type 2 when insulin treated, is basically a knackered pancreas.
Mine was down to trauma. I was using insulin"
Trauma to the pancreas? |
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"Has anyone gone on the DESMOND course?"
I've been on courses offered by the GP but not sure if they were called that or not! Just telling you about carbs and what they do to your blood sugar etc.
Been diabetic for years and very nearly go into pre-diabetic range a few years ago but messed it up so trying again now.
Had a trial of the continuous blood glucose monitors last year and it was so good having that data to look at. I found that when I exercised my numbers sky rocketed, particularly when doing fasted hiit sessions. I wish type 2 could get these but I understand they are expensive.
I was put on ozempic briefly but there was a shortage and I've never been put back on it.
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"Has anyone gone on the DESMOND course?
I've been on courses offered by the GP but not sure if they were called that or not! Just telling you about carbs and what they do to your blood sugar etc.
Been diabetic for years and very nearly go into pre-diabetic range a few years ago but messed it up so trying again now.
Had a trial of the continuous blood glucose monitors last year and it was so good having that data to look at. I found that when I exercised my numbers sky rocketed, particularly when doing fasted hiit sessions. I wish type 2 could get these but I understand they are expensive.
I was put on ozempic briefly but there was a shortage and I've never been put back on it.
Evie"
Indeed, very expensive |
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"Thanks for the support.
If anybody would like information on the total diet replacement please message here or privately if you prefer. Its not for everyone but as someone who finds it easier to do as I'm told it has been brilliant "
Another thumbs up for the NHS programme from me. I started in Sep last year, I just scraped in to the eligible group as my BMI was only just over the required number) , started at just over 13 stone and when I came off the TDR in Jan was 10st 12lb. I've gone up a little since reintroducing food but the support from the provider and logging each meal on their app has helped immensely with stopping me slipping back in to bad habits, although I do find the whole cooking fresh each day hard at times due to work etc.
I bought one of those in arm monitors to see what my blood glucose was doing and it looked good, spiking after meals but back down to normal in a cpl of hours, so hopefully when I have my next blood test I will be back to pre diabetic or in remission. |
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"If you diabetic go zero carbon sugar metabolically flip your body into ketosisX "
Do you mean keto diet? I'd implore anyone thinking of this, who is a diabetic, to talk with your GP or diabetes specialist nurse. It can work, however, it could be potentially dangerous. |
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"Thanks for the support.
If anybody would like information on the total diet replacement please message here or privately if you prefer. Its not for everyone but as someone who finds it easier to do as I'm told it has been brilliant "
I'd be interested to hear about the total diet replacement. Feel free to inbox it so it doesnt get lost among the replies. I tried to message you but you don't accept messages from men. |
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"If you diabetic go zero carbon sugar metabolically flip your body into ketosisX
Do you mean keto diet? I'd implore anyone thinking of this, who is a diabetic, to talk with your GP or diabetes specialist nurse. It can work, however, it could be potentially dangerous."
utter utter nonsense I rely on my liver it makes all of my sugar I don’t fill it into my mouth every day type two diabetes is quite easy to reverse. The trouble is everybody that has developed Type II diabetes is a massive sugar addict and it’s a huge withdrawal coming off it you feel like shit but the medical monopoly doesn’t know shit about reversing type two diabetes. They just wanna keep you as a patient |
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"If you diabetic go zero carbon sugar metabolically flip your body into ketosisX
Do you mean keto diet? I'd implore anyone thinking of this, who is a diabetic, to talk with your GP or diabetes specialist nurse. It can work, however, it could be potentially dangerous."
I’d love to know why giving your pancreas arrest from carbs and sugar is dangerous ? Do you really think our ancestors went around eatjng carbs and sugar every day? |
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I (mrs) was treated as a type 2 for almost 20 years. turns out i’m actually a lada. I’ve lost 40kg in less than 12 months and now my Hba1c is down to 58 from 109. I’ve never liked sweet sugary things but loved fruit/baked potatoes/pasta all the carbs basically. I know eat mainly protein based meals with only up2 20% of my plate being a carb and sometimes no carb at all in a meal. i’m off my insulin and swapped over to metformin IR. I will never go into remission but can control it a lot better now and i feel so much better not bouncing from hypos to hypers. |
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"Has anyone gone on the DESMOND course?"
Yes back in 2013 when first diagnosed.
Just made it easier to understand how type 2 works and what it does to your body.
Thankfully I have a fair amount of experience with nutrition and that side of it was pretty much self explanatory. |
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My latest hba1c was 56 so my cataract surgery will be going ahead.
My next major goal is to build daily exercise into my day. Right now it can only be a short walk due to my orthostatic hypotension but hopefully I will be able to build on that. My cat walks with me so is very inspiring.
Good luck to all on this journey.
I wonder if others feel shame around their diagnosis? I feel it very strongly and have only recently been open about it. |
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"My latest hba1c was 56 so my cataract surgery will be going ahead.
My next major goal is to build daily exercise into my day. Right now it can only be a short walk due to my orthostatic hypotension but hopefully I will be able to build on that. My cat walks with me so is very inspiring.
Good luck to all on this journey.
I wonder if others feel shame around their diagnosis? I feel it very strongly and have only recently been open about it. "
When I first got diagnosed I was absolutely livid with myself and incredibly embarrassed.
I'd spent pretty much every bit of free time from the age of 14 until I was 40 in the pursuit of health and fitness, swimming, running, cycling, triathlon,gym, aerobics, martial arts, boxing, yoga I used to train about 25hrs a week on top of working a physical job my dad dropped dead when I was 20 and I swore I'd never go the same way, my body was a temple.
Then just before my 40th birthday whilst taking part in ironman Lanzarote I suffered a severe head trauma which changed me completely,I had to learn to be able to string a sentence together again I could barely talk, it sent me into a massive spiral of uncontrollable depression knocked my brain out of sync.
Less than two years later I was diagnosed types 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and blood pressure it was rock bottom and I'm ashamed to admit I tried to end things.
Luckily I have a very supportive family and wife who dragged me back from the brink and when the diabetes nurse explained about the massive genetic factor involved in getting it, whilst I felt bad still it helped with the massive amounts of guilt I felt and still do.
I've come to terms with things 15 years on and realise it's about balance and education.
Nothing extreme,it's been a struggle and the thing with it is ,it really doesn't take alot to push you back over again,you can't control everything such as environmental, and if you get unwell.
You can only control what goes in and how much you move.
Stress, illness and other factors can affect blood sugars particularly if you are like me a stress eater.
Don't blame yourself to much but it's important to take some responsibility.
Well done keep it up, you'll get there  |
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"If you diabetic go zero carbon sugar metabolically flip your body into ketosisX
Do you mean keto diet? I'd implore anyone thinking of this, who is a diabetic, to talk with your GP or diabetes specialist nurse. It can work, however, it could be potentially dangerous."
Zero carb is more like carnivore or paleo as veg and fruit have carbs in. Even milk.
I've done low carb before and it does work. There was a lovely lady on here who spoke very well on the benefits of low carb on her diabetes. Unfortunately I fell off the wagon, dragged it in the woods and set it on fire! Currently building a new one but I can't go zero carbs completely.
Evie |
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"Doctors in the medical monopoly are only interested in the sales of pills and injections "
I'm not going to engage with someone who thinks their personal experience is the only worthy one. Everybody is different, hence why I stated keto diet can work but it's potentially dangerous (for others). Again, discuss with GP or specialist nurse. |
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"Doctors in the medical monopoly are only interested in the sales of pills and injections
I'm not going to engage with someone who thinks their personal experience is the only worthy one. Everybody is different, hence why I stated keto diet can work but it's potentially dangerous (for others). Again, discuss with GP or specialist nurse."
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"My latest hba1c was 56 so my cataract surgery will be going ahead.
My next major goal is to build daily exercise into my day. Right now it can only be a short walk due to my orthostatic hypotension but hopefully I will be able to build on that. My cat walks with me so is very inspiring.
Good luck to all on this journey.
I wonder if others feel shame around their diagnosis? I feel it very strongly and have only recently been open about it.
When I first got diagnosed I was absolutely livid with myself and incredibly embarrassed.
I'd spent pretty much every bit of free time from the age of 14 until I was 40 in the pursuit of health and fitness, swimming, running, cycling, triathlon,gym, aerobics, martial arts, boxing, yoga I used to train about 25hrs a week on top of working a physical job my dad dropped dead when I was 20 and I swore I'd never go the same way, my body was a temple.
Then just before my 40th birthday whilst taking part in ironman Lanzarote I suffered a severe head trauma which changed me completely,I had to learn to be able to string a sentence together again I could barely talk, it sent me into a massive spiral of uncontrollable depression knocked my brain out of sync.
Less than two years later I was diagnosed types 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and blood pressure it was rock bottom and I'm ashamed to admit I tried to end things.
Luckily I have a very supportive family and wife who dragged me back from the brink and when the diabetes nurse explained about the massive genetic factor involved in getting it, whilst I felt bad still it helped with the massive amounts of guilt I felt and still do.
I've come to terms with things 15 years on and realise it's about balance and education.
Nothing extreme,it's been a struggle and the thing with it is ,it really doesn't take alot to push you back over again,you can't control everything such as environmental, and if you get unwell.
You can only control what goes in and how much you move.
Stress, illness and other factors can affect blood sugars particularly if you are like me a stress eater.
Don't blame yourself to much but it's important to take some responsibility.
Well done keep it up, you'll get there "
You have come a very long way. Well done. |
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"I (mrs) was treated as a type 2 for almost 20 years. turns out i’m actually a lada. I’ve lost 40kg in less than 12 months and now my Hba1c is down to 58 from 109. I’ve never liked sweet sugary things but loved fruit/baked potatoes/pasta all the carbs basically. I know eat mainly protein based meals with only up2 20% of my plate being a carb and sometimes no carb at all in a meal. i’m off my insulin and swapped over to metformin IR. I will never go into remission but can control it a lot better now and i feel so much better not bouncing from hypos to hypers. "
Every day is a school day - I cannot believe I've not heard of LADA - thank you. |
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"I (mrs) was treated as a type 2 for almost 20 years. turns out i’m actually a lada. I’ve lost 40kg in less than 12 months and now my Hba1c is down to 58 from 109. I’ve never liked sweet sugary things but loved fruit/baked potatoes/pasta all the carbs basically. I know eat mainly protein based meals with only up2 20% of my plate being a carb and sometimes no carb at all in a meal. i’m off my insulin and swapped over to metformin IR. I will never go into remission but can control it a lot better now and i feel so much better not bouncing from hypos to hypers.
Every day is a school day - I cannot believe I've not heard of LADA - thank you."
Your welcome. there’s other types of diabetes too but they get complicated lol. |
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Had borderline HBA1C readings for a couple of years, then about 9 months ago the doc decided that I was actually the wrong side of the line and gave me type 2 diagnosis. I do count myself fortunate with my body shape and general health, and with Metformin and moderate care of diet I'm managing to keep my blood sugar levels under reasonable control. Also very recent developments in my romantic life are probably helping, as my lady friend has a dog, so when I'm with her the daily routine is including a bit more activity than it was before (the nightly routine is also including a bit more activity 😋).
I don't regard any particular way of dealing with type 2 as being "the right way", everyone is different and what suits one person might be rubbish for another. I do count myself as being lucky that (so far) living with type 2 is no more than a mild inconvenience for me. |
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By *cKinkyboyMan 9 weeks ago
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I’m type 2 diagnosed back in 2012, still not on diabetic medication though, diet controlled only keto friendly, I’ve got the usual sexual problems associated with type 2, but tablets do help with that.
I went into remission for a little wile, but my diet to control my diabetes has contributed to the occasional gout attack, so diet is now having to be reaccessed again. |
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"My latest hba1c was 56 so my cataract surgery will be going ahead.
My next major goal is to build daily exercise into my day. Right now it can only be a short walk due to my orthostatic hypotension but hopefully I will be able to build on that. My cat walks with me so is very inspiring.
Good luck to all on this journey.
I wonder if others feel shame around their diagnosis? I feel it very strongly and have only recently been open about it.
When I first got diagnosed I was absolutely livid with myself and incredibly embarrassed.
I'd spent pretty much every bit of free time from the age of 14 until I was 40 in the pursuit of health and fitness, swimming, running, cycling, triathlon,gym, aerobics, martial arts, boxing, yoga I used to train about 25hrs a week on top of working a physical job my dad dropped dead when I was 20 and I swore I'd never go the same way, my body was a temple.
Then just before my 40th birthday whilst taking part in ironman Lanzarote I suffered a severe head trauma which changed me completely,I had to learn to be able to string a sentence together again I could barely talk, it sent me into a massive spiral of uncontrollable depression knocked my brain out of sync.
Less than two years later I was diagnosed types 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and blood pressure it was rock bottom and I'm ashamed to admit I tried to end things.
Luckily I have a very supportive family and wife who dragged me back from the brink and when the diabetes nurse explained about the massive genetic factor involved in getting it, whilst I felt bad still it helped with the massive amounts of guilt I felt and still do.
I've come to terms with things 15 years on and realise it's about balance and education.
Nothing extreme,it's been a struggle and the thing with it is ,it really doesn't take alot to push you back over again,you can't control everything such as environmental, and if you get unwell.
You can only control what goes in and how much you move.
Stress, illness and other factors can affect blood sugars particularly if you are like me a stress eater.
Don't blame yourself to much but it's important to take some responsibility.
Well done keep it up, you'll get there "
Thanks for sharing this, a real life changing experience for you, appreciate hearing about your journey.
No shame in what you felt was a way out but glad to hear there was a better alternative. |
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"My latest hba1c was 56 so my cataract surgery will be going ahead.
My next major goal is to build daily exercise into my day. Right now it can only be a short walk due to my orthostatic hypotension but hopefully I will be able to build on that. My cat walks with me so is very inspiring.
Good luck to all on this journey.
I wonder if others feel shame around their diagnosis? I feel it very strongly and have only recently been open about it.
When I first got diagnosed I was absolutely livid with myself and incredibly embarrassed.
I'd spent pretty much every bit of free time from the age of 14 until I was 40 in the pursuit of health and fitness, swimming, running, cycling, triathlon,gym, aerobics, martial arts, boxing, yoga I used to train about 25hrs a week on top of working a physical job my dad dropped dead when I was 20 and I swore I'd never go the same way, my body was a temple.
Then just before my 40th birthday whilst taking part in ironman Lanzarote I suffered a severe head trauma which changed me completely,I had to learn to be able to string a sentence together again I could barely talk, it sent me into a massive spiral of uncontrollable depression knocked my brain out of sync.
Less than two years later I was diagnosed types 2 diabetes, high cholesterol and blood pressure it was rock bottom and I'm ashamed to admit I tried to end things.
Luckily I have a very supportive family and wife who dragged me back from the brink and when the diabetes nurse explained about the massive genetic factor involved in getting it, whilst I felt bad still it helped with the massive amounts of guilt I felt and still do.
I've come to terms with things 15 years on and realise it's about balance and education.
Nothing extreme,it's been a struggle and the thing with it is ,it really doesn't take alot to push you back over again,you can't control everything such as environmental, and if you get unwell.
You can only control what goes in and how much you move.
Stress, illness and other factors can affect blood sugars particularly if you are like me a stress eater.
Don't blame yourself to much but it's important to take some responsibility.
Well done keep it up, you'll get there
Thanks for sharing this, a real life changing experience for you, appreciate hearing about your journey.
No shame in what you felt was a way out but glad to hear there was a better alternative. "
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Tdr provider and Dr's were in a 2 month ping pong of emails about my medication saying I needed to stop. Then as soon as I started the course they said I could take them 🙄
Have stayed off them until today and have started the losartin again |
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I’ve been type 3c since Oct 2023, so I’m now injecting insulin and taking enzyme supplements. There’s nothing I can do to reverse this as my pancreas is effectively dead. Since the diagnosis I have found it extremely difficult to manage my weight, putting on 3 stone. I watch what I eat, calorie intake etc, yet I cannot now lose this weight. Anyone in a similar situation? |
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By *impcuckMan 8 weeks ago
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most type 2 will beat it with simple lifestyle choice .
some are not as lucky and will suffer a lot and the 1% will have horror stories because they have other bad health conditions with type 2
i find advice can be dangerous as most of type 2 will think its easy to beat leaving others frustrated , what works for one wont work for all especially those who have other major problems..
those who think its as simple as changing diet its not that black n white for most yes of course but not all |
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A bit off topic as a type 1 but I can’t promote the use of the glucose monitors enough. I have a libra 2.
I was a bit freaked out by the idea of having something semi-permanently implanted but after more than 25 years blood testing I have found it to be great! |
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By *octor ProdMan 7 weeks ago
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Covid left me with Type 2 diabetes (blood tests and blood pressure were fine a few months before when I had a full medical with work).
Its taken 3 years and various medication changes, but I am now on the minimum meds and hope to be off in the next 6 months |
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"Covid left me with Type 2 diabetes (blood tests and blood pressure were fine a few months before when I had a full medical with work).
Its taken 3 years and various medication changes, but I am now on the minimum meds and hope to be off in the next 6 months"
Never heard that Covid gave anyone diabetes as a side effect.
Glad it's under control for you.
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By *octor ProdMan 7 weeks ago
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"Covid left me with Type 2 diabetes (blood tests and blood pressure were fine a few months before when I had a full medical with work).
Its taken 3 years and various medication changes, but I am now on the minimum meds and hope to be off in the next 6 monthsNever heard that Covid gave anyone diabetes as a side effect.
Glad it's under control for you.
Mrs x"
The effect on diabetics was why they had to shield. I am on a group where others (including a work collegue) got it (and high BP) as a result of covid. Odd thing is that we were all very fit at the time. My work collegue and I were training for an Ironman and we caught it at the same time (not through contact as she lives in Birmingham) |
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"Covid left me with Type 2 diabetes (blood tests and blood pressure were fine a few months before when I had a full medical with work).
Its taken 3 years and various medication changes, but I am now on the minimum meds and hope to be off in the next 6 months"
I've had a brief read and it points to the destruction of pancreatic beta cells. It's amazing that a respiratory disease can have further reaching affects. |
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"Covid left me with Type 2 diabetes (blood tests and blood pressure were fine a few months before when I had a full medical with work).
Its taken 3 years and various medication changes, but I am now on the minimum meds and hope to be off in the next 6 monthsNever heard that Covid gave anyone diabetes as a side effect.
Do you think it possibly could have anything to do with something that was safe and effective?
Glad it's under control for you.
Mrs x
The effect on diabetics was why they had to shield. I am on a group where others (including a work collegue) got it (and high BP) as a result of covid. Odd thing is that we were all very fit at the time. My work collegue and I were training for an Ironman and we caught it at the same time (not through contact as she lives in Birmingham)"
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"Covid left me with Type 2 diabetes (blood tests and blood pressure were fine a few months before when I had a full medical with work).
Its taken 3 years and various medication changes, but I am now on the minimum meds and hope to be off in the next 6 monthsNever heard that Covid gave anyone diabetes as a side effect.
Glad it's under control for you.
Mrs x
The effect on diabetics was why they had to shield. I am on a group where others (including a work collegue) got it (and high BP) as a result of covid. Odd thing is that we were all very fit at the time. My work collegue and I were training for an Ironman and we caught it at the same time (not through contact as she lives in Birmingham)"
I never had to shield during COVID in fact I worked throughout HOWEVER when I caught COVID late in 2020 in almost killed me one of the many symptoms I had was sending my bloods through the roof,even though I was hardly eating at the time my bloods went up into their late 20's and it took me about 6 months after to stabilise them.
But every time I'm unwell my bloods spike so yes being diabetic your body reacts differently.
On a side note I was an amateur triathlete for about 20 years took part in several ironman races.
When I got diagnosed with type 2 the nurse said that she thinks one of the contributing factors was probably my use of high calorie and sugar energy drinks such as SIS or high 5 and energy gel's combined with a carbohydrate heavy diet. |
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"Thanks for the support.
If anybody would like information on the total diet replacement please message here or privately if you prefer. Its not for everyone but as someone who finds it easier to do as I'm told it has been brilliant "
I would appreciate this |
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I'm type 2 diabetes as was my dad was told mine is inherited in my genes I carry no weight been same weight since early 20s eat a healthy diet and keep active nothing I done has reverted it on a low dose medication
On my dads point lived to 92 in his own home looking after himself so don't despair |
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If you go to Diabetes UK, you'll find information on the below:
Type 1 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes
Gestational diabetes
Maturity onset diabetes of the young (MODY)
Neonatal diabetes
Wolfram Syndrome
Alström Syndrome
Latent Autoimmune diabetes in Adults (LADA)
Type 3c diabetes
Steroid-induced diabetes
Cystic fibrosis diabetes |
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I was put on ozempic briefly but there was a shortage and I've never been put back on it.
Evie"
That excuse was used by GPs as its expensive medicine..
Priority was given to diabetics.
But semaglutide at 7g will slow your gut down. The initial dose of 3g is quite good as it helps you stop cravings and get off bread and chocolate sweets etc.
But longer term it's dangerous and your muscle and bone will start wasting..
If you can up fibre by eating chia seed cacoa coconut puddings 🍮
You will increase mg Zn and other vit.s. Add Flax seeds.
I have a spoon full with every drink and my gut problems from metformin +GLP1 went away.
Still diabetic with high sugars even if I don't eat but losing weight, don't get fatigue like I did and feel better than last decade of meds depleting my B12, B6 etc.
Metformin induced B12/B6 is more damaging than people and GPs understand.
If on Metformin you should supplement with meta B12/B6 but also other B vitamins as they are water soluble and drinking lot of water makes diabetic 2s vulnerable.
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By *octor ProdMan 6 weeks ago
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"Covid left me with Type 2 diabetes (blood tests and blood pressure were fine a few months before when I had a full medical with work).
Its taken 3 years and various medication changes, but I am now on the minimum meds and hope to be off in the next 6 monthsNever heard that Covid gave anyone diabetes as a side effect.
Glad it's under control for you.
Mrs x
The effect on diabetics was why they had to shield. I am on a group where others (including a work collegue) got it (and high BP) as a result of covid. Odd thing is that we were all very fit at the time. My work collegue and I were training for an Ironman and we caught it at the same time (not through contact as she lives in Birmingham)
I never had to shield during COVID in fact I worked throughout HOWEVER when I caught COVID late in 2020 in almost killed me one of the many symptoms I had was sending my bloods through the roof,even though I was hardly eating at the time my bloods went up into their late 20's and it took me about 6 months after to stabilise them.
But every time I'm unwell my bloods spike so yes being diabetic your body reacts differently.
On a side note I was an amateur triathlete for about 20 years took part in several ironman races.
When I got diagnosed with type 2 the nurse said that she thinks one of the contributing factors was probably my use of high calorie and sugar energy drinks such as SIS or high 5 and energy gel's combined with a carbohydrate heavy diet."
I never used gels or energy drinks as I don't have a sweet tooth (the gels go through me as well). As for carbs it may have raised your blood sugars but I doubt it would have caused it. There is very little reseach into Long Covid issues sadly, so you get lazy diagnosis |
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By *octor ProdMan 6 weeks ago
Constantly Travelling With Work |
"Covid left me with Type 2 diabetes (blood tests and blood pressure were fine a few months before when I had a full medical with work).
Its taken 3 years and various medication changes, but I am now on the minimum meds and hope to be off in the next 6 months
I've had a brief read and it points to the destruction of pancreatic beta cells. It's amazing that a respiratory disease can have further reaching affects. "
Sadly they seem to have stopped research into the lasting effects of covid. But I am sure there are many who have the same condition following Covid |
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By *YDB75Man 6 weeks ago
east yorkie |
Well this is my last 6 months types 2
Bad diabetic lots of carbs numbers of 77 told to change my ways or going on meds.
Totally changed my diet and blood this week was 42 and 13kg lighter.
It can be done |
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I have been type 2 for ten years now, gave up smoking, eating deserts and drinking fruit juice. Not given up alcohol, don’t want to do that. All my diabetic reviews have been good, regardless whether or not I have to fast. |
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"I’m type 2 diagnosed back in 2012, still not on diabetic medication though, diet controlled only keto friendly, I’ve got the usual sexual problems associated with type 2, but tablets do help with that.
I went into remission for a little wile, but my diet to control my diabetes has contributed to the occasional gout attack, so diet is now having to be reaccessed again."
I get tight for skin, I’ve only been getting it since being diabetic what have you found that helps? |
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"I’m type 2 diagnosed back in 2012, still not on diabetic medication though, diet controlled only keto friendly, I’ve got the usual sexual problems associated with type 2, but tablets do help with that.
I went into remission for a little wile, but my diet to control my diabetes has contributed to the occasional gout attack, so diet is now having to be reaccessed again.
I get tight for skin, I’ve only been getting it since being diabetic what have you found that helps? "
Look up phimosis. |
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I was diagnosed as type 2 in 2012 and put on metformin and glyclozide. Then I was put on insulin about a year later. I was then took off insulin as I was crashing a lot. Then took off glyclozide. I was then put back on Insulin taking 8ml twice a day late 2010s. I was awful at checking my levels regularly. Then Covid hit and I lost seeing the nurses for about 3yrs when they got in touch late last year. They have slowly taken my insulin down to what is now 3ml once a day with food. Nurse rang yesterday and said I’ll be coming off insulin 2wks and started on a different tablet to go alongside my metformin. She has said I’m a very peculiar case. I was put on the Liebe monitoring system about a month ago but will be stopping it when my sensors run out |
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"I'm type 2 diabetes as was my dad was told mine is inherited in my genes I carry no weight been same weight since early 20s eat a healthy diet and keep active nothing I done has reverted it on a low dose medication
On my dads point lived to 92 in his own home looking after himself so don't despair "
You sound very similar to me. Runs in my family and although it wasn’t a totally surprise when I got diagnosed, I thought it would have happened if I had put on weight. I’ve managed to go on the lowest doze of medication and then was taken off it after 2 years when my blood sugars went back to pre diabetic levels. But I’m not sure I can maintain being pre diabetic levels on my own and wouldn’t surprise if I was to go back on a low doze again. |
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Well I’m diabetic too with two diabetic boys. I was diagnosed type two diabetes until last year they decided it it’s now genetic and MODY. So I’m just left with that one now. Have used insulin while pregnant. Tried tablets till they made me ill and I lost three stone. Because I couldn’t eat. Now I’m back chunky and needing to get myself away from the snacks and crap foods. I struggle with comfort eating and binge eating. Xx
Charlotte x |
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Some of you who have been told you’re type 2 and yet it runs in the family ask for a GAD antibody test. You may have LADA… Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults especially if you suddenly lost weight
Your immune system basically kills off your insulin producing cells over time. |
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"Hi
Is type 2 insulin usage?"
It can be treated this way. Think as type 1 and 2 as treatment types (insulin and tablets) as there are around 13 different diabetes conditions. And it’s easier for people to refer to type 1 and 2.
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By *mortMan 5 weeks ago
North Yorkshire |
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Is type 2 insulin usage?
It can be, later in life. Type 1 is insulin dependent (autoimmune disease). Type 2 when insulin treated, is basically a knackered pancreas."
Tell me about it. Diagnosed at 50 years old Type 1. Eh ho, it is manageable. |
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By *acobCMan 4 weeks ago
Liverpool |
Alright mates! Here's my story if it shines a little light on it
Diagnosed 2 years ago, felt really overwhelmed with all the info lashed at me in such a short space of time
All I did was start drinking a lot more water (5-6L a day), stopped buying snacks (if they're not in the cupboards, can't eat them), followed the healthy plate model (Google it) and started to walk my local beach every day I was able to get my steps in
Within 5 months I'd dropped 4.5 stone and hadn't really tried hard. Still drink like a fish and enjoyed the occasional treat. More frustrated with myself that I let it get to a point where I had a diagnosis despite being warned in the past by docs
Anyone needs a chat I'm open to questions! |
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"Alright mates! Here's my story if it shines a little light on it
Diagnosed 2 years ago, felt really overwhelmed with all the info lashed at me in such a short space of time
All I did was start drinking a lot more water (5-6L a day), stopped buying snacks (if they're not in the cupboards, can't eat them), followed the healthy plate model (Google it) and started to walk my local beach every day I was able to get my steps in
Within 5 months I'd dropped 4.5 stone and hadn't really tried hard. Still drink like a fish and enjoyed the occasional treat. More frustrated with myself that I let it get to a point where I had a diagnosis despite being warned in the past by docs
Anyone needs a chat I'm open to questions! "
Please don't follow this gentleman's example and drink 5-6 litres a day. You may be working your kidneys too hard filtering that volume. You may suffer consequences of electrolytes deficiencies. You may be making heart and lungs work too hard. You may retain some of the volume in your tissues - oedema. |
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Diagnosed pre-diabetic 6 months ago, was getting pains in my legs and back.
Stopped the sugar and sweet items.
Cut out carbs, spuds, pasta and white bread.
Dropped 10 kg, pains gone.
More energy and strength.
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"Hi
Is type 2 insulin usage?"
Can be. Type 1 have to inject as they don't make insulin, type 2 is more about cells being insulin resistance so can be controlled or even reversed by changing eating habits. Many type 2s end up on insulin.
CGMs are game changers. |
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I was diagnosed with Type2 a year ago and was on the borderline of it not being reversible. The doc told me last week that I’d brought my sugar levels down to pre diabetes level. I did this in 4 ways:
1. Went on Metformin
2. Used the Dexcom sensor to measure my blood sugar in real time, finding out where the hidden sugar is
3. Walked more, aimed for 10k steps but getting the heart rate up above 125, and watched the Dexcom sensor show my level reduce
4. Cut out carbs like white bread and pasta
All of the above helped me lose 15kg in a year because wait loss also helps! |
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Also, Huel is a great way to keep the nutrition and lose weight. I also drink more water but use the ORS tablets off Amazon, to keep my electrolytes high and quench my thirst, which also makes a massive difference to my energy levels. Taking 2 paracetamol every night also helps me to relax and sleep better, plus I don’t eat after 6.30. All of this has had a massive impact on improving my health. |
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Was told to change my ways as I was borderline on having diabetes was 43 now 34 so very happy with that 🙂 just cut out eating rubbish lost 2 and a half stone now. A lot of Determination you can do it! |
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By *iz-wasMan 3 weeks ago
Sittingbourne |
T2 - been diagnosed about 5 years. Was intially on insulin, but through diet & exercise managed to come off all meds. Then got an infection and it came back with a vengence.
Still under control through diet & exercise, but on meds "just in case".
Worst is the side-effects of the disease, blurred vision, lethagic, and worst for me, Phimosis - comes and goes. Sore dick is never fun.
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Type one diabetes mellitus is when pancreatic cells called islets of langerhans no longer produce enough insulin to metabolise glucose and type two is when the bodies cells have a resistance to insulin produced by the pancreas. Type two diabetes can be reversed by diet and weight loss in early stages, however every type two diabetic that doesn’t reverse the disease will ALL eventually end up on insulin if they live long enough. |
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Any advice please diagnosed 2023 with type 2 diabetes blood sugars constantly around 11 to 13 even when I haven't eaten for 2 days they only fell to 8 on slow release metformin twice aday also have lymphocytosis and acute pancreatitis i stick to a very low fat low sugar diet but it dont make any difference |
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Yes, 20 odd years ago. Potentially was going to be good. Unfortunately course was delivered by a lady with a very heavy Turkish accent who spoke at 100 words per minute ! Room just emptied in 30 mins as was sadly a waste of time!
However, 2 years ago my partner was told she was pre diabetic. We read and researched.
Started off with intermittent fasting. 16/8. Also started eating low fat etc etc. 12 months later 11kg down but weight loss had stalled.
Went down many rabbit holes, and found dirty keto works for us ! Cut out bread and as many processed carbs as possible. Reduced root vegetables. Stopped using seed oils and used butter, lard, olive oil, coconut oil etc.
Went on the Unicity U feel good drinks system. One drink Unimate takes away hunger, the other drink Balance is a fibre drink that slows digestion and feeds microbiome.
In last 12 months have dropped 26kg more. Still away to go, but haven’t felt this good for years !
I do believe we all need to find what works for us as individuals. Our GP and diabetic nurse has had me talk to others who are struggling with T2D and weight loss.
We still have 3 monthly check ups and bloods. I am on course for being in remission this year, I am on minimum amount of meds currently.
If anyone wants to try the you feel good course, I have a discount code, plus a 30 day money back offer if you don’t think it’s for you !
Any questions, please feel free to ask !
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"Yes, 20 odd years ago. Potentially was going to be good. Unfortunately course was delivered by a lady with a very heavy Turkish accent who spoke at 100 words per minute ! Room just emptied in 30 mins as was sadly a waste of time!
However, 2 years ago my partner was told she was pre diabetic. We read and researched.
Started off with intermittent fasting. 16/8. Also started eating low fat etc etc. 12 months later 11kg down but weight loss had stalled.
Went down many rabbit holes, and found dirty keto works for us ! Cut out bread and as many processed carbs as possible. Reduced root vegetables. Stopped using seed oils and used butter, lard, olive oil, coconut oil etc.
Went on the Unicity U feel good drinks system. One drink Unimate takes away hunger, the other drink Balance is a fibre drink that slows digestion and feeds microbiome.
In last 12 months have dropped 26kg more. Still away to go, but haven’t felt this good for years !
I do believe we all need to find what works for us as individuals. Our GP and diabetic nurse has had me talk to others who are struggling with T2D and weight loss.
We still have 3 monthly check ups and bloods. I am on course for being in remission this year, I am on minimum amount of meds currently.
If anyone wants to try the you feel good course, I have a discount code, plus a 30 day money back offer if you don’t think it’s for you !
Any questions, please feel free to ask !
Great forum use !"
Thankyou for that i do stick to a very very low fat low and low sugar diet i have to as damaged pancreas also have 3 monthly blood test for lymphocytosis/chronic lymphocyte leukemia so it's a nightmare mare trying to manage everything |
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A thing worth mentioning I don't know if anyone has already posted this so apologies if they have.
If you're on Metformin it depletes your vitamin b12 so it's worth taking a supplement to increase energy levels.
My doctor didn't tell .e about this I found out from the pharmacist and since I've been taking it I've noticed my energy levels have increased a lot |
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Hi All
I’ve been recently diagnosed as type 2 and have been put ilon metformin.
Let’s just say it really doesn’t agree with me !
I’ve been off work for 4 weeks as I had severe side effects, I’ve taking it twice daily at the moment to provide my energy levels but have no appetite and feel sick most of time.
I’m going back to the doctor to see what other options there is. |
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By *loydyMan 3 days ago
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"My brother-in-law is a guy who likes his beer and other unhealthy stuff. He was diagnosed with Type 2 a couple of years ago. Having always been a big guy and a man of appetites, it was seemingly inevitable that he was going to end up with it.
But in the last year, he was watched what he's eating, cut back on the beer just a little, and he's now no longer Diabetic.
It's a little ray of hope for those who might think they'll never be free of it."
well done I did the same |
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"Hi All
I’ve been recently diagnosed as type 2 and have been put ilon metformin.
Let’s just say it really doesn’t agree with me !
I’ve been off work for 4 weeks as I had severe side effects, I’ve taking it twice daily at the moment to provide my energy levels but have no appetite and feel sick most of time.
I’m going back to the doctor to see what other options there is. "
I experienced same problem with the quick release metformin lots of side effects and was then put on slow release ones and touch wood been fine on them till the last 6 weeks since getting pancreatitis |
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and I've lost 2 and a half stone longggggggg way to go but it's a start