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  1. Diabetes UK

    Type 1 diabetes and alcohol

    We've been working with young adults to produce videos about their stories of living with Type 1 diabetes. Today we're sharing Max's story, about a night that didn’t go to plan when he had a hypo, and his friends had no idea he had Type 1 diabetes. Max's Story on Facebook We want to...
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    Drinking and going out

    I have had type 1 diabetes for 2 months and have not been on a night out or drank alcohol ever since. I guess I'm a bit afraid and wary. Any tips on how to manage drinking? how will alcohol affect me, what drinks to have/to avoid? I've heard you have to snack after each alcoholic drink? I've...
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    Just diagnosed and my head is spinning

    Hi everyone, i have just had the call from the doctor and i have been given Metformin.. my first appointment is Wednesday to find out what i need to do. I havent been told what type i have and no advice on what to eat or drink.. could anyone help or point me in the right direction on the basic...
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    Hot sugar-free milky drinks (like Ovaltine, etc)

    Hi, Does anyone know of a hot sugar-free milky drink, along the lines of Ovaltine or Horlicks, that is available either in-store or online? If not, shouldn't there be a demand for something like this?
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