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Finding it very difficult to get my head around my diagnosis of type2. It’s a flipping minefield of what to eat or not to eat, so much conflicting advice everywhere I look.
I never realised type2 was so serious I thought it was just a minor ailment, and not such a life changing thing. l haven’t slept since my diagnosis so much anger towards my GP practice for not handling my situation in the way that they should of. Sorry about the rant.
 
Kenaldo4817 said:
Finding it very difficult to get my head around my diagnosis of type2. It’s a flipping minefield of what to eat or not to eat, so much conflicting advice everywhere I look.
I never realised type2 was so serious I thought it was just a minor ailment, and not such a life changing thing. l haven’t slept since my diagnosis so much anger towards my GP practice for not handling my situation in the way that they should of. Sorry about the rant.
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Rant away Ken! 2 years of no notification does seem a less than ideal start. You may want to contact your practice manager or PALS to discuss how your diagnosis (and the lack of communication) has affected you.

And you are right, diabetes is often portrayed as trivial, when it can have very serious consequences. But it can also be effectively managed, which reduces the risk of long term complications considerably!
 
When diagnosed I was lucky in one way - I already knew what I could eat in the way of low carb foods, and what to avoid.
Most type twos simply cannot cope with starches and sugars - protein and fat are fine.
I eat salad and low carb veges along with meat fish eggs and cheese. I have full fat yoghurt, I put cream in my coffee. A couple of times a week I have berries with cream or yoghurt, possibly with sugar free jelly. I only need to eat twice a day, and I do that early and late, as it frees up all the rest of the day to do things.
Eating like this has made me rather happy and a lot healthier.
 
Thanks for your response.I have put a complaint in to my GP’s Practice manager, hopefully I will get a response this week. I know as time goes on I will get my head around my diagnosis and hopefully find the right path to go down.
I’ve found a local diabetic support group and I will try and make contact with them tomorrow. Once again thanks for your support.
 
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