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Atkins, Viv's version and alternate site testing

Occasionally lauded and often misrepresented, the Atkins diet widely divides opinion. Dr Atkin's approach started a revolution in diet ideas which is often followed today in various different forms, with diets such as the Dukan diet following its lead.

The Atkins Diet >>

The diet is regularly mentioned on the diabetes forums, with some choosing to use some rather than all of the techniques in the diet.

Viv's Modified Atkin's Diet >>

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Read the latest forum discussion on the Atkins diet:

Viv's Modified Atkin's Diet
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Atkins and Potassium supplements
New Atkins Diet
Atkins Low Carb Products

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Telling people about your diabetes

Should people know about your diabetes? You may be someone who feels it's no-one's business whether you have diabetes, but sometimes people will need to know.

When to tell people about your diabetes >>

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Alternate site testing

A number of blood glucose monitoring systems these days allow you to take blood from more sites than just your fingers. This can be helpful if your fingers need a break from testing.

Alternate site testing >>


Foods for diabetes
One of the first questions for people newly diagnosed with diabetes is 'what can I eat'.


Insulin pills
What's stopping pharmaceuticals producing a mainstream insulin pill or tablet.


Exercise and fitness
People with diabetes are encouraged to exercise regularly for better blood sugar control.
Ketones and ketosis

Ketones are an acid remaining when the body burns its own fat. The presence of ketones in the bloodstream is a common complication of diabetes, which if left untreated can lead to ketoacidosis.

Ketones video guide >>
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