From 25 Aug: EMBER Study: Metformin Use Linked to Vitamin B12 Deficiency - https://www.hcplive.com/view/metformin-use-linked-to-vitamin-b12-deficiency #metformin #metformin-and-vitamin-b12 #metformin-side-effects #type-2-diabetes #t2d

"A simple blood test may predict the risk of progressive heart and kidney disease in people with Type 2 diabetes and kidney disease, according to new research published today in the American Heart Association's flagship journal Circulation."

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2023/08/230821153204.htm

#t2d #type2diabetes #diabetes #research #sciencedirect

Breakthrough blood test could predict deadly diseases for people with diabetics | The Independent
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/health/diabetes-blood-test-heart-disease-b2396795.html

#Diabetes
#Biomarkers
#BloodTest
#KidneyDisease
#HeartDisease
#T2
#T2D
#Canagliflozin

If you are #diabetic is it time to "go nuts" over nuts?

https://www.diabetesdaily.com/blog/the-best-nuts-for-diabetes-walnuts-almonds-and-more-713454/

#diabetes #t1d #t2d #diets

Time for our #FirstPost and an #Introduction
This account is shared by the volunteer hosts of weekly #GBDoc online Q&A Chat. (9pm UK time on this account).
Not run by fixed individuals or by companies, but run by the community for the community.
Open to all with #diabetes and their supporters. #t1d #t2d #PeerSupport
First chat as a trial of running this alongside the bird site to happen on Wednesday 23 August 2023.

The degree to which this is good news cannot be overemphasized.

Huge numbers of #T2D patients are already on metformin (a.k.a. Glucophage) so we are already producing it in such absurdly high volume across enough different makers that there’s no real risk of profiteering. https://hachyderm.io/@kamihack/110889084192776538

@housepanther although diet and exercise is only part of the # diabetic #t2d health plan. I have so far found both make a huge difference. All the best. #t2diabetes #t2d

Managing blood pressure levels is vital for everyone. But for those with #diabetes it is important to be even more vigilant as over time as diabetes harms various aspects of our bodies which in turn can raise blood pressure. However, here are some exercises that can help lower it - validated by a study. In all cases please check with your own medical team before starting exercise!!

https://www.bbc.com/news/health-66303982

#t2d #t1d

@ChristophB I find your profile very interesting, in particular the relationship between #cognitivescience and #eating. I have a personal (#t2d) and academic interest in #behaviourchange techniques... drop me a line if interest.

If you are #type2diabetic #t2d and are struggling with your new diet, don't worry it is not so difficult. One thing that works really well for me is food substitution. Rather than buying chocolate with 65% cocoa, buy 90% or higher (I now do 99% and all others feel sweet). Rather than buying white bread, buy really dark and heavy bread. Everyone is different but I have lots loads of weight and blood sugars are manageable.

#food #diets #bloodsugar

@aby Hello, I just saw this. I can recommend low carb crisp breads with cheese. Also some yoghurts are really good and keeping sugar low e.g. plain Greek.

#t2d #diabetes #diabetic

@garry cutting meat consumption is vital. I am not vegetarian but have probably reduced my meat intake by around 90%. Not only is it better for the #environment but I feel #healthier and it is a lot #cheaper.

For people with #t2d #type2diabetes it also is a even healthier way forward - it is one major reason I also cut my intake of #meat.

For those of us who are #t2d #type2diabetic physical exercise is almost mandatory. However, going to the gym or other forms can be a little scary. While safe in the end (thanks to glucose tablets) yesterdays gym visit resulted in fast falling blood sugar levels. I only had this issue way back in my first few days of going to the gym. So take care if you are planning on doing some more intense exercises.

For general help please check out:
https://www.diabetes.org.uk/guide-to-diabetes

#health

Hmm. An actual low blood sugar event that *felt * like one. Cookies to the rescue. First week on 2mg of Ozempic, too. Hmm. #t2d #Type2Diabetes #dexcomg7 #ozempic

Why key to curing type two diabetes could be NHS-prescribed soups and shakes | The Independent
#T2
#T2D
#Obesity
#Soups
#Shakes
#NHS
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/health/nhs-diabetes-diet-treatment-shakes-b2326709.html

Diabetic folks who use older models of FreeStyle Libre CGM and a reader: there's a recall on the readers. 4.2 million of them, for the original Libre, the 14 Day, and the Libre 2. The readers are apparently overheating and sometimes exploding.

The FDA's announcement: https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/medical-device-recalls/abbott-recalls-readers-used-freestyle-libre-freestyle-libre-14-day-and-freestyle-libre-2-flash

Abbott's website about the recall: https://www.freestylebattery.com/

@diabetes #Diabetes #Type1Diabetes #T1D #Type2Diabetes #T2D

There's no feeling quite like waking up unexpectedly with a blood sugar of 46... now that I've got it back up, I'm exhausted and going back to bed. #diabetes #type2diabetes #t2d

Where are my #Cooking people? My #T2D people? I made this recipe for dinner tonight and it was DELICIOUS. I did make some adjustments - I used green olives, sweet cherry tomatoes & I seasoned with Ruth Ann's Muskego Ave Chicken & Fish blend from Penzeys. Yum. Served with steamed baby gold taters & roasted Brussels sprouts w/Penzey's FL Pepper, olive oil & Balsamic vinegar.

(I like a fun Sunday dinner!)

Forgive the marketing-style press release, but good news for FreeStyle Libre users in the United States. Pump integration is FDA approved! https://abbott.mediaroom.com/2023-03-06-U-S-FDA-Clears-Abbotts-FreeStyle-Libre-R-2-and-FreeStyle-Libre-R-3-Sensors-for-Integration-with-Automated-Insulin-Delivery-Systems #diabetes #Type1Diabetes #T1D #Type2Diabetes #T2D @diabetes

After about six years, I finally returned to the gym today. If you are T2 diabetic, diet makes a huge difference (approx -15kg in my case). Losing so much was surprisingly easy, and I want to keep it that way, hence the gym. Good luck to everyone also trying.

Today took it out of me a bit, but nowhere near as bad as my first visit to the gym all those years ago.

#t2d #diabetic #gym #exercise