I was diagnosed with T2 Diabetes in 2007, following several bouts of pancreatitis and my first operation. I joined Diabetes UK (formerly the British Diabetic Association), and I use their resources when I feel the need for advice.

https://www.diabetes.org.uk/guide-to-diabetes/enjoy-food/eating-with-diabetes

They also have a bi-monthly magazine for subscribers, which contains articles on such things as new developments in preventions, treatments, diet, advice, recipes, etc.

Most of the stuff Helen has already suggested is supported by Diabetes UK, and one thing that shouldn’t be forgotten is the need for regular exercise - I’m not talking about sweating your cojones off with the Lycra-Queens and Gorillas at the gym, but walking is the perfect exercise for diabetics. I walk a minimum of three miles a day, more if possible, and it helps with controlling both blood-sugar and cholesterol.

A few questions…

1) Have you been issued with a Blood-Glucose Meter by your doctor’s surgery, and are you testing daily?

2) if yes, when are you testing, and what are your levels?

3) Are you on diabetes medication, and what is it?