Well, today is day number seven since I started the diet with Optifast shakes, I must say that it’s much easier than I thought , I’ve lost 9 POUNDS! Which I find amazing.

I halved the insulin as the consultant recommended, and, after a day, I reduced it a little more. My BS has been constantly in the 7s, night and morning, which is great for me. I didn’t want to use a little more insulin to bring the numbers down to the 5s, as I was worried about hypos, keeping it in the 7 range makes me feel easier, as I was having quite a few hypos before. My blood pressure is almost back to normal as well.

Congratulations, Barry, fantastic news!

Excellent to hear about your BS readings.

Now you know you can do it, onwards and downwards as the saying goes.

Don’t be too worried if the weight loss doesn’t continue at the same high levels, you will get rid of your carb cravings and continue to feel better and better.

Best of luck for your second week!