I think popcorn might be OK in some forms but there's loads of recipes for low carb snacks. Dark chocolate (above 80% cocoa) is OK. I can recommend joining the Low Carb programme (if you can get it for £20 or so for a year instead of the usual £70). I've made a Twix-type snack using ground almonds, cream and dark chocolate from there, which is pretty good. Also Diabetes.co.uk has loads of recipes.
I read popcorn is fine yesterday on the site I was on.My dad was recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes & whilst he maintains a relatively active lifestyle his weakness is white rice.
We've switched it to wholegrain brown rice & even brown Basmati rice but he kicks up an almighty fuss.
Biscuits have been removed as snacks but lightly salted popcorn is still on the menu - unsure if the popcorn is a concern & if others can suggest some healthier & tastier alternatives?
Unrelated to diabetes but the other half has been attempting this in order to get fit by adopting alarms throughout the day which seems to trigger a routine she’s getting accustomed to. Think the prep work is needed & planned out otherwise you fall into the trap of looking in the cupboard & over eating.I read popcorn is fine yesterday on the site I was on.
My mission this weekend is to suss out what fantasy Ireland said earlier. Little but often.
One thing I've realised is what an almighty lazy bastard I am where day time snacks and meals are concerned. Evening not so much as I like cooking.
I was diagnosed last year had an online session with dietitian she sent me the slides happy to share if you pm email address.I read popcorn is fine yesterday on the site I was on.
My mission this weekend is to suss out what fantasy Ireland said earlier. Little but often.
One thing I've realised is what an almighty lazy bastard I am where day time snacks and meals are concerned. Evening not so much as I like cooking.
Always read this thread with interest as it’s good to see what helps different people.
I have been T2 for about 3 years now, started with HbA1c of 145 which with Metformin , different low carb diet and exercise quickly reduced to 70 odd. Unfortunately it has stayed around that level even with 3 months of 18 hr per day fasting. Ive not been a Saint with avoiding carbs but I do try, my finger pricks rarely dipped below 9 first thing in the morning and often finished around 12 two hours after a meal.
As a last resort before insulin my doc has asked me to follow Michael Mosleys 8 week blood sugar diet but also prescribed a newish once a week self injection called Trulicity( top name lol) which reduces my hunger( a massive help on 800 cal per day).
Lost 13 pounds in the first two weeks, down from 14st, but more importantly my blood sugars have not been higher than 6.5 at any time. I now eat more fruit, carrots and other root veg than ever and apart from the obvious tiredness I feel fine. Hopefully my next blood test in about 9 weeks will show a big improvement.
I don’t think there is any quick fix for T2 as everyone is different but it’s worth persevering to find what suits you.
I will mate, thank you. I'll hold off until I get full diagnosis though. Appreciate it.I was diagnosed last year had an online session with dietitian she sent me the slides happy to share if you pm email address.
Tested myself yesterday morning and all it said on the screen was LO...mild panic set in but tested at dinnertime and back to 7.2.....and relaaaaxxxBlood sugar tester came today, after managing to understand the very basic instructions I have a level of 7.3. Absolute borderline is 7.1 so happy days. Did suggest to the wife if I could do a sperm count with it and she just raised her eyes and walked off.
I have both those books - the one he's penned and the other one which I think his wife has contributed to with the recipes. Michael is a great advocate of weight loss being the answer for a lot of people who are heading for T2. It's bloody hard losing any. I'm gonna have to kick the bread maker into the South Stand. The book with recipes has a lot of stuff that has never been part of any diet of mine. I'm a little too fond of chips 'n bacon butties. Portion control is also a good starter. Don't bother weighing out stuff -just use a smaller plate.. . . . . . . . my doc has asked me to follow Michael Mosleys 8 week blood sugar diet . . . . . . . .
After having cancer i now have to have a B12 injection every 3 months for life...i do start to get lethargic just before it`s due.12 months in I have been feeling really crap exhausted all the time and vision going blurry. Not managed see a Doctor but filled in an online form and was sent for a blood test turns out I am vitamen B12 deficient anyone else have to take supplements if so how much?
Cut out bread full stop,takes will power,but your health and weight will thank you.I have both those books - the one he's penned and the other one which I think his wife has contributed to with the recipes. Michael is a great advocate of weight loss being the answer for a lot of people who are heading for T2. It's bloody hard losing any. I'm gonna have to kick the bread maker into the South Stand. The book with recipes has a lot of stuff that has never been part of any diet of mine. I'm a little too fond of chips 'n bacon butties. Portion control is also a good starter. Don't bother weighing out stuff -just use a smaller plate.
Yes never known exhaustion like it.After having cancer i now have to have a B12 injection every 3 months for life...i do start to get lethargic just before it`s due.
12 months in I have been feeling really crap exhausted all the time and vision going blurry. Not managed see a Doctor but filled in an online form and was sent for a blood test turns out I am vitamen B12 deficient anyone else have to take supplements if so how much?
How is the metformin affecting your gastric system plays havoc with mine.Hi all.
Thought i'd give an update. So in Feb when I was diagnosed my bloods were 65 and then 64 in March. Had bloods taken last week and they are now town to 42 - the pre-diabetic stage. I've lost 1.5 stone and been on Metformin in that period, so all good. They did say that the Metformin is taking vitamin D out of my system and that it's too low, but i'm to get supplements for that later.
All good.
First week of taking 3 a day it was a bit iffy, but that was about 7 weeks ago now. I've not had anything bad with it, which from what i've heard is a stroke of luck. I was anticipating bad things in terms of side effects.How is the metformin affecting your gastric system plays havoc with mine.