Diabetic anyone?

[NJFemmie]

As a side note, if you absolutely have to have carbs - I recommend ....



Mare found this in a magazine and I recently bought a box to try it out - my blood sugar was not whacked out and it's actually really good. (We are not fans of whole wheat/multi-grain pasta, so if Mare can eat this, anyone can )

Here's a coupon to try it:
http://www.dreamfieldsfoods.com/ppc_...FYqZ4AodVnYARQ

[lusciouskiwi]

Hi everyone - I'm not diabetic but my dad is on insulin injections and mum is borderline diabetic (she's on medication but her dr feels if she can get enough weight off, she'll be fine).

I read this article and thought I would share it with you:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-20497086

Maybe there isn't a negative impact with diabetes medication, but thought I would share it anyways.

Hope you had an enjoyable Thanksgiving Dinner.

[Lady Pamela]

Today I was told I have this
"Insulin Resistance and Prediabetes"

Seems like everytime I go in they find something..anyways it is good to know what I have atleast.
Also why I have gained weight. That frustrating me more than anything.

Does anyone have any ideas or info that will help me with this?

Thanks so much
Blessings


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[MsTinkerbelly]

Originally Posted by Lady Pamela

Today I was told I have this
"Insulin Resistance and Prediabetes"

Seems like everytime I go in they find something..anyways it is good to know what I have atleast.
Also why I have gained weight. That frustrating me more than anything.

Does anyone have any ideas or info that will help me with this?

Thanks so much
Blessings


.

The first thing "I" would do is talk to a nutritionist regarding food to avoid or add to your diet, get more low-impact exercise (swim, walk, move to music, bicycling), and read read read.

The internet has so many good sites for reliable information, and some answers may just be a click away.

Blessings to you

[Lady Pamela]

Originally Posted by MsTinkerbelly

The first thing "I" would do is talk to a nutritionist regarding food to avoid or add to your diet, get more low-impact exercise (swim, walk, move to music, bicycling), and read read read.

The internet has so many good sites for reliable information, and some answers may just be a click away.

Blessings to you

Thank you...smiles
I will definately be googling...ha


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[o222Good]

Originally Posted by Lady Pamela

Today I was told I have this
"Insulin Resistance and Prediabetes"

Seems like everytime I go in they find something..anyways it is good to know what I have atleast.
Also why I have gained weight. That frustrating me more than anything.

Does anyone have any ideas or info that will help me with this?

Thanks so much
Blessings
.

Well, this is my life also. It seems doctors are real quick to put us on the insulin pump these days, and I was determined not to go on insulin. My A1C was over 8.6 a couple of years ago. Now, I am not even diabetic, just in the high risk category. The best advice I can give has two parts. First, test your blood two hours after every meal to see what foods your body can tolerate. For me, I can never, and I mean NEVER, eat potatoes or rice. I'm a label reader to be sure they are not in anything. Some foods actually lower my sugar! Like Ezekial Bread, which is a sprouted wheat bread you can even get in the supermarkets here in NYC. Cruciferous veggies are very good for us, like brussel sprouts, cauliflower, and broccoli.

This website is a great help. Stick to foods with a low glycemic load and are non-inflammatory.
http://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/...roducts/2363/2
Also, I get a great protein powder, with no sugar or artificial sweetener, called About Time from GNC.
http://www.gnc.com/search/index.jsp?.../13200328&sr=1

Which leads me to Part Two. Muscle development helps your body's cells use the insulin your body produces. When you lift weights, you become less insulin resistant, even to the point of controlling your diabetes. I see you call yourself a girly girl, but you can still lift weights! 3-4 days a week, skipping a day or two in between. Have protein after you lift, because your muscles will just consume themselves for protein if you don't! I'm sure some Butch in your neck of the woods will help you get started! Good luck to you, Lady Pamela!

PS Sugar is the devil!!

[Lady Pamela]

Originally Posted by o222Good

Well, this is my life also. It seems doctors are real quick to put us on the insulin pump these days, and I was determined not to go on insulin. My A1C was over 8.6 a couple of years ago. Now, I am not even diabetic, just in the high risk category. The best advice I can give has two parts. First, test your blood two hours after every meal to see what foods your body can tolerate. For me, I can never, and I mean NEVER, eat potatoes or rice. I'm a label reader to be sure they are not in anything. Some foods actually lower my sugar! Like Ezekial Bread, which is a sprouted wheat bread you can even get in the supermarkets here in NYC. Cruciferous veggies are very good for us, like brussel sprouts, cauliflower, and broccoli.

This website is a great help. Stick to foods with a low glycemic load and are non-inflammatory.
http://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/...roducts/2363/2
Also, I get a great protein powder, with no sugar or artificial sweetener, called About Time from GNC.
http://www.gnc.com/search/index.jsp?.../13200328&sr=1

Which leads me to Part Two. Muscle development helps your body's cells use the insulin your body produces. When you lift weights, you become less insulin resistant, even to the point of controlling your diabetes. I see you call yourself a girly girl, but you can still lift weights! 3-4 days a week, skipping a day or two in between. Have protein after you lift, because your muscles will just consume themselves for protein if you don't! I'm sure some Butch in your neck of the woods will help you get started! Good luck to you, Lady Pamela!

PS Sugar is the devil!!

Thank you so much for all the info.

[Hollylane]

A month or so ago, during pre-op, I received the third degree about my blood sugar being around 270, and my refusal to take any meds. I told the nurse, Grace, that I had not been behaving myself, but that I know how to fix it, and that I would. Grace gave me her email address, and said that if I was so sure I could fix it without medication, I could email her my morning blood sugar average weekly. She was just certain that I couldn't accomplish this and lowering my blood pressure, without the long list of meds recommended by the association.

I got back on track with my diet and exercise after that conversation, and as of this morning, it is down to 158. With just a little more effort, I am certain that I can get it down to 100 by the the end of April. Additionally, my blood pressure has returned to a normal average.

I just sent off an email, with a smirk on my face. I ended the email, thanking her for her concern, but what I really wanted to end it with was..."In your face, Grace!"

[VeganDebbie]

First time stumbling across this thread. I am a Type one Diabetic, been one for 35 years..........