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the 8-week blood sugar diet Dr Michael Mosley

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just bought this book - my dietition has said how extreme it is and to handle with care. just about to start meal planning - thought i would start with 2 days a week
 
William said:
I have recently read the book and the science and the evidence seem to stack up. It flies in the face of what the NHS prescribe, where one size fits all advice and pills galore seems to be their solution. In a hurried telephone appointment with my diabetic nurse, I mentioned my future goal was to manage my type 2 without medication. She basically scoffed and said I would be on them for the rest of my life. Very inspiring I thought. Dr Mosleys book has given me added understanding of my condition and what to do about it. I understand it might not be for everyone but it's an option. Would like to hear what fellow posters think.
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I found out about this book straight after I was diagnosed with T2. my Diabetic Nurse basically did the same as yours, told me it wouldn't work and that my sugars were too high to reduce, needless to say, that was a red rag to a bull, I am stubborn when told it won't work. stuck to the diet and lost a stone in 8 weeks. reduced my sugars from 9.9 to 4.6 in 8 weeks and my doctor was very impressed, needless to say I see a different Diabetic Nurse now one who is totally behind the diet. Still have to sort out the activity side but am persevering with that.
 
Thanks HOBIE, it seems to be the best way to take control of the pesky sugars rollercoaster journey.
 
Well done Textalot. My bloods have not been that low since my 40s. I was in the at risk category and was sent on a Diabetes Prevention Programme. My last two hba1cs were 33 and 35 which I am told are fine. I would like them in the 20s though but, as I am underweight, I doubt I will achieve it. Can persevere I suppose. Not sure whether at 64 I maybe have to accept that I won't get out of the 30s. My readings on health checks have not been out of the 30s since I hit the 50s. I have Michael's book and his latest one. He is very informative.
 
I know exactly what you're talking about. I don't think we have to accept anything just because of our age. if it is right for us and possible we should strive for our dreams, unless of course it is going to put us in danger! I'm 60 next year and am still striving to get all my readings down so I can come off my meds and control the diabetes through diet alone. Onwards and upwards.
 
I have just bought Dr Michael Moseleys book; The 8wk blood sugar diet. It came yesterday and i read some of it last night, it's well written, and seems doable. It has me fired up and raring to give it a try.
Soooo, I am going to give the M diet a go, what can I lose......but excess weight.
 
HOBIE said:
That's very good news Ella ! You do feel good not clogged up with ____:D😎
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Funny enough, I don't, quite the opposite, it must be the ginger and tomatoes or drizzle of olive oil & cider vinegar dressing?
I have had no crisps, no biscuits (well 1) and cake since I got this book.
 
I drink cider vinegar straight out of the bottle.😉. Toms are very low carbs & 70% water. V good no biscuits 😉
 
Can I ask, does it include recipes? and if so, are they fairly quick and easy to follow? I can't be prepping and cooking for hours when I get in from work every night.
 
Grannylorraine said:
Can I ask, does it include recipes? and if so, are they fairly quick and easy to follow? I can't be prepping and cooking for hours when I get in from work every night.
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Yes at the back of the book there are 50 recipes. the is also a book with a further 150 recipes well done so far. Don't forget speak to your doc before thinking of reducing your meds. all the best
 
newly dignosed T2 but currently on insulin - hope to be off that once things steady down. from what i read above I guess this diet is probably not for me untill after I cease insulin, also my BMI is only 24 so I don't have too much wait to lose
 
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