The PRISMA randomized trialAbstractOBJECTIVE We aimed to evaluate the added value of intensive self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG), structured in timing and frequency, in noninsulin-treated patients with type 2 diabetes.RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS The 12-month, randomized, clinical trial enrolled 1,024 patients with noninsulin-treated type 2 diabetes (median baseline HbA1c, 7.3% [IQR, 6.9–7.8%]) at 39 diabetes clinics in Italy. After standardized education, 501 patients were randomized to intensive structured monitoring...
Intensive Structured Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose and Glycemic Control in Noninsulin-Treated Type 2 Diabetes
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Another Dietitian gets it right !
There are coming to be more and more registered dieticians and registered nutritionists such as myself that are very, very much in line with LCHF diets, especially in reference to diabetics. Before instantly dismissing the advice of a dietician or nutritionist, at least hear them out. You will know pretty darn fast if they are on board with LCHF/Paleo-ish diets or if they are still following the low fat and high carb dogma.It has been my experience that almost ALL T2DM's will respond very quickly and positively to a LCHF...
One in 10 adults in deprived parts of Britain have diabetes, new figures show !
People in deprived parts of England are twice as likely to have diabetes as those in wealthier areas, according to new figures Brent in north London has the highest rate in the country, with 10.5 per cent of over-16s having the condition. This is almost double the rate in the City of London (5.5 per cent), which has England’s lowest rate despite being just three miles from Brent, according to analysis by the charity Diabetes UK. The vast majority of cases are of Type 2 diabetes, which is linked to unhealthy lifestyles and...
diabetes.co.uk Ya get what ya pay for !
Check out diabetes.co.uk. Thread locking is still the name of the game today ! Jeez even Kenny boy never got this over zealous with the big thread lock button. The senior mod Anna is about as much use as a fart in a space helmet. But as I say, ya get what ya pay for and diabetes.co.uk pay zilch for mods. What a farce, and to think, this is largest diabetes forum in the UK. Is it any wonder UK diabetics are in a dark place ? Welcome to the gulag that is diabetes.co.uk.EddieLink to the land of nil free speech and thread lock ...
The Role of Fiber in a Diabetic Diet
The role of fiber in healthy diets is very important – it aids in digestion and keep your colon and other organs healthy and functioning properly. It is also a wonder element that should be a large part of any diabetic’s diet. You will reap many benefits from including fiber in your diet. If you are pre-diabetic it can assist in delaying the diagnosis of diabetes or if you are already diabetic it can help keep your blood glucose under control.Fiber will keep you feeling fuller longer – it slows the conversion...
Three quarters of a million page views and rising.
Over five years ago, Graham and myself became type two diabetics. We joined the forum diabetes.co.uk, the first forum we had ever joined. We were very fortunate. A small bunch of lowcarbers talked of their brilliant blood glucose control, weight control and minimal medication. Despite many years of diabetes, none had serious complications. One low carbing long term type one diabetic Fergus Craig, was over forty years of age and running marathons and competing in 100 mile cycle races. Fergus introduced us to the work of...
DUK ‘The Leading Diabetes Charity’ The not so silent assassins !
Over at diabetes.co.uk nothing to do with DUK ‘The Leading Diabetes Charity’ an interesting thread has been running for a few days called ‘Diabetes UK tea party’ which can be found here. The original poster said this “Just got my invite to a Diabetes UK regional 'thank you' event. I quote: 'I am also happy to say that this event will include refreshments and afternoon tea featuring finger sandwiches, cakes and scones'. I'm glad he's happy...
Saturday night is music night on this blog !
Some regular readers may have noticed Graham has been writing less over the last few weeks. I can now tell you the reason, he has joined a band and going for the big-time. I hope stardom doesn’t go to his head and when he gets rich doesn’t forget who is mates are. Well, you now how he likes to say to the anti posters “look here sunshine” Ed...
DUK to market diabetic doll.
At a press conference today at the Hilton Hotel DUK sales and marketing guru Sli Spiv was on top form when he announced that DUK were going into the child’s toy business. “This is our first product” gushed Sli “the diabetic doll. We feel this product will increase diabetes awareness and is timed to dovetail into our massive promotion with Tesco” The doll comes with dark glasses and a white stick. Minus a left leg and the right foot resembling four pound of condemned corn beef, the doll is highly authentic. “Kids will love...
The Sugar You Eat as a Cause of Heart Disease, Diabetes and Other Killers !
John Yudkin was a man decades ahead of his time. He was one of the first scientists to warn of the dangers of sugar and highly refined carbohydrates. He became internationally famous with his book Pure, White and Deadly (published in English in 1972, with new editions in 1986 and 2012). I first heard of Yudkin when reading a Gary Taubes book an extract below re Yudkin.“The George McGovern’s Senate Select Committee on Nutrition and Human Needs 1973.Peter Cleave testified to his belief that the problem extended to all refined...
Rose tells her story about Raymond, the love of her life.
When I was first diagnosed, like many others, I was confused and traumatised. Medical advice only made things worse. My only real support during this time came from over four thousand miles away, my dear friend Rose, a wonderful lady a native and resident of New Orleans took care of her husband Raymond for many years when he suffered from multiple conditions, including diabetes, and was able to empathise and bear with my problems in accepting the diagnosis and coping with the problems arising from my questionable treatment....
DCUK quote of the day !
A member writes."Just got my invite to a Diabetes UK regional 'thank you' event.I quote:"I am also happy to say that this event will include refreshments and afternoon tea featuring finger sandwiches, cakes and scones". I'm glad he's happy about it...."Ya couldn't make it up, bring on the meds.Eddie...
Sulfonylurea Use Increases All-Cause Mortality Risk
BARCELONA, Spain — First-line therapy with sulfonylureas significantly increases the risk for death in patients with type 2 diabetes when compared with treatment with metformin, a new study shows. Additional research showed that the combination of metformin and a sulfonylurea was also associated with a significantly increased risk for death when compared with combination therapy with metformin and a dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor (or "gliptin").Presenting the results of both studies to the media during theEuropean...
Drop the carbs and drop your trig levels !
"After years of low-carb dieting myself and of taking care of thousands of patients on low-carb diets, I can tell you one thing with pretty much certainty: Low-carb diets reduce triglyceride levels markedly. And I can tell you that low-carb diets reduce blood sugar levels as well. Most of the patients with the highest fasting triglyceride levels also have elevated fasting blood sugars. On a low-carb diet, these patients drop their triglyceride levels like a rock.""You can eat saturated fat to your heart’s content and...
Quote of the day from Noblehead at diabetes.co.uk
“I posted this a few weeks ago, it's an explanation from Gary Scheiner (Think like a Pancreas) about what happens to the liver when you eat a meal that is high in fat, it may/may not explain what is happening to yours and Scotty's bg:''So what about after the carbohydrates are finished doing their thing? That's when the fat itself begins to exert its effects. The process goes something like this:You eat a high-fat meal or snack (this is the fun part).In a few hours, the fat begins to digest; this continues for several hours.The...
Anti-depressants 'linked to type 2 diabetes'
People prescribed anti-depressants should be aware they could be at increased risk of type 2 diabetes, say UK researchers.The University of Southampton team looked at available medical studies and found evidence the two were linked. But there was no proof that one necessarily caused the other. It may be that people taking anti-depressants put on weight which, in turn, increases their diabetes risk, the team told Diabetes Care journal. Or the drugs themselves may interfere with blood sugar control. Dr Matthew Hobbs of Diabetes...
Christmas is coming ! Stay well away from DUK !
Compare our Christmas pudding against the weapon of mass destruction as recommended by Diabetes UK Ingredients:100 grams ground almond flour1 teaspoon baking powder2 large eggs1 tablespoon of melted butter2 tablespoons of double cream 100 grams of lowcarb thawed frozen fruits. Blueberries, blackcurrants and strawberries.60 grams of 90-95% cocoa dark chocolateTwo tea spoons of cocoa powderOne large shot of brandyA handful of almond flakes...
Type 2 Diabetes Market to Grow Significantly, While Remaining Highly Competitive.
The global type 2 diabetes market is expected to grow from $20.4 billion in 2012 to $38.8 billion by 2019, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 10.2%, forecasts business intelligence provider GBI Research. The company’s latest report* states that the US currently has the highest market share, which will rise from $12.7 billion in 2012 to $27.2 billion by 2019, at a CAGR of 11.6%, followed by the top five EU markets (the UK, France, Germany, Italy and Spain), which will grow from $4.5 billion to $7.1 billion, at...
Statin use tied to cataract development: study
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The risk of developing cloudy lenses in the eyes may be linked to the use of cholesterol-lowering drugs known as statins, according to a new study.While the researchers can't prove the drugs caused the eye condition, they found that people who took statins - such as Zocor and Lipitor - were about 27 percent more likely to develop cataracts, compared to people who didn't take the medication."The results were consistent that there was a higher risk of being diagnosed with cataracts among statin...
The new blog.
Recently I have needed to look up various health-related matters on the internet. As everyone who has done this will know, it is a potential minefield. If you have no prior knowledge of the subject one thing leads to another and literally hours can be spent browsing and reading for very little gain. This is where I think our new blog is going to prove invaluable for anyone seeking information about matters pertaining to diabetes and diet. Naturally, it won't ever be fully comprehensive - nothing is - and will need continual...
DUK the diabetes charity, sleepwalking towards a public health disaster !
An article in the Daily Mail tells us today. "Ignorance of diabetes is 'a disaster in waiting': 70% of Brits don't know disease can lead to amputations and blindness""The lack of awareness comes despite the fact that those with the illness are 36 per cent more likely to die in any given year than those without it of the same age. Diabetes UK commissioned the survey as part of a £2million campaign funded in partnership with Tesco to raise awareness of the risk factors. The charity’s chief executive Barbara Young said the...
Self appreciation society !
Us low carbers are certainly a loyal bunch, well our team is. We agree on just about everything regarding the best way to control diabetes. Let’s face it, we are 100% right ! I can sense buttocks clenching in certain quarters, with cries of cocky SOB, but think on this. For over five years I have lost count of how many times I have asked healthcare professionals, and members of forums and other blogs, this question, how can I control my diabetes on two metformin a day other than low carb ? The silence has been deafening ! ...
The clean food diet
“Fresh meat, fish, eggs, cheese and cream, at least ten vegetables or salad items a day. Use good oils and nuts. We call this diet the clean food approach.”I wrote the above five years ago and the words have been on our website ever since. It occurred to me at the time, when the very mention of a lowcarb diet in some places, meant an almost instant bun fight. At the very least a small bunch of vehement anti lowcarbers would be spreading the doom and gloom. But if you think about it, a lowcarb diet is exactly that, a clean food...
Saturday night is music night on this blog !
Annie Lennox- Pavement Cracks&nb...
Let Them Eat Cake!
The thing I hate most about having diabetes - and especially being treated by oral medication is that I have to spend so much more time thinking about food. Food has never been very important to me. I always tried to eat well - that is to eat quality produce and to ensure my family ate well too - but apart from that I almost resented the time spent on shopping and cooking etc. Don't get me wrong - I enjoyed cooking for guests and other social aspects but often had to be reminded to eat and if I happened to be alone would never...
Hope is a good thing, and no good thing ever dies !
Get busy living, or get busy dying...
Deadly Medicines and Organized Crime by Peter Gøtzsche
The main reason we take so many drugs is that drug companies don't sell drugs, they sell lies about drugs. This is what makes drugs so different from anything else in life...Virtually everything we know about drugs is what the companies have chosen to tell us and our doctors...the reason patients trust their medicine is that they extrapolate the trust they have in their doctors into the medicines they prescribe. The patients don't realise that, although their doctors may know a lot about diseases and human physiology and psychology,...
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