I'm a moderator here in the diabetes community at dlife and a Viewpoints Columnist. You can catch my blog at www.diabetesmyway.org.
My diabetes journey started with a diagnosis of gestational diabetes 25 years ago, while pregnant with my first son. For seven years, I was able to avoid a diagnosis of type 2 with daily six-mile runs, but with a second pregnancy the gestational diabetes returned. In 1987, I was diagnosed with full-blown type 2, and started on a regimen of drugs, diet and exercise.
Over this time, as a freelance writer for magazines and the Web, I've had access to scientists and the latest research on diabetes – a perk that has proved both inspirational and frustrating: it’s one thing to know what to do, but it’s another thing to do it.
For me, every day is a second chance towards better care. I don’t always succeed, but I've given up on achieving perfection. If I give myself a second chance -- forgiving myself for that extra serving of cake or glass of wine, not stressing over a missed exercise class now and then – I’ve found I can better deal with everything from A1C’s to deadlines at work.
I agree that some do not want advice at all but the man I had met in the waiting room was very receptive to me. I just told him that I test 4 times a day and that I used insulin. That opened the dialog between us. I think I will just open the door and see if they wish to discuss it like he did. I think the back of my business card is an excellent idea. I will put down a lot of information such as where locally they can get diabetic education for all to make a meal plan and etc. Where...
View full commentI agree that some do not want advice at all but the man I had met in the waiting room was very receptive to me. I just told him that I test 4 times a day and that I used insulin. That opened the dialog between us. I think I will just open the door and see if they wish to discuss it like he did. I think the back of my business card is an excellent idea. I will put down a lot of information such as where locally they can get diabetic education for all to make a meal plan and etc.
Where there is a way there is a will. I do want to help if I can along the way. I don't think most people don't want the information but it has to be worded with charm and concern. I definitely, as a woman, know the power of human charm. By the way, I got my business cards free from a printer on the internet.
hay everyone, I am a 50 yr old male. I have been type 2 for about 10 years, I am not a big exerciser and I do try to watch what I eat, I am having a hard time trying to figure what I can and cant eat, I try the rabbit diet but not only is it expensive but boring. just looking for some advice, someone who is going through the same thing. Thanks Ed
View full commenthay everyone, I am a 50 yr old male. I have been type 2 for about 10 years, I am not a big exerciser and I do try to watch what I eat, I am having a hard time trying to figure what I can and cant eat, I try the rabbit diet but not only is it expensive but boring. just looking for some advice, someone who is going through the same thing.
Thanks Ed
Glad to have you back and good luck with your vegetable garden! This is the first year that I haven't had one -- too many rabbits-- but I know I'll miss those fresh tomatoes!
Maureen, If you scroll down past the post, there should be a box where you can put in your comment and send it. Hope things get easier! All best, Ilene
Lol, Norm! I had plenty of dogs growing up, which is why I refuse to be a dogowner now. I feel your pain! It's funny. When you name your dog, you should think about it like you're naming your kid. Is it going to embarrass anyone at any time? Then rethink it! Glad you got your dog AND the unexpected workout. ;-)
I can definitely sympathize -- when my sugars are high or low I can be irritable for sure. But I also agree that you can't always blame diabetes for a mood swing -- sometimes it's just on you;) I.
View full commentI can definitely sympathize -- when my sugars are high or low I can be irritable for sure. But I also agree that you can't always blame diabetes for a mood swing -- sometimes it's just on you;)
I agree with Zeneida, Jo. Although I wasn't a primary caregiver for my late father, he also suffered from a number of diabetes-related issues late in life but had his own ideas about diet and exercise. It was pretty frustrating for those who loved him, but I agree with your thoughts on balancing our feelings with those of the person with diabetes. Your mom is lucky you are so involved. I.
View full commentI agree with Zeneida, Jo. Although I wasn't a primary caregiver for my late father, he also suffered from a number of diabetes-related issues late in life but had his own ideas about diet and exercise. It was pretty frustrating for those who loved him, but I agree with your thoughts on balancing our feelings with those of the person with diabetes. Your mom is lucky you are so involved.
Jo, thank you for sharing your thoughts and your emotions. I do feel empathy for you. I was one of the caregivers of my father who had dementia and diabetes. My sister and I had to give permission for the amputation of his leg. That was one of the hardest things I ever had to do in my life but there was no choice. There were really rough times, but you know as I do that we have to take it one day at a time. Wish there was more doctors out there that specialized in geriatric care. I feel so much...
View full commentJo, thank you for sharing your thoughts and your emotions. I do feel empathy for you. I was one of the caregivers of my father who had dementia and diabetes. My sister and I had to give permission for the amputation of his leg. That was one of the hardest things I ever had to do in my life but there was no choice. There were really rough times, but you know as I do that we have to take it one day at a time. Wish there was more doctors out there that specialized in geriatric care. I feel so much for you and I could share things with you as they come up.
I wonder if your mother has seen a very good specialist about her eyes. Retinopathy can be treated. My life companion has had blood bleeding into his eyes at different times and the doctor drained the blood and the fluid in his eyes and lasered the openings and so far it has saved my companions eyesight. I know you are trying to preserve what your mother has. But if there is someone that has expertise available maybe there is something still to be done.
I hope the neuropathy in your mother's hands is not painful and never will be.
It is hard to be a child loving their parent so intensely with so many real life problems and decisions to make. It is all part of love and life. I hope all diabetics will learn something from your blog. What I have seen and experienced has made even more determined to try to ward off complications as long as possible. But for most of us it is a progressive disease. Hang in there and if you ever need to talk to someone who has experienced giving care to a parent with disabilities and diabetes I will be available. I am as close as a message.
Sally
Welcome to dlife! It's great to hear how you're such an active person, and how it doesn't sound like you've let diabetes get in the way of your life! Have fun looking around the site-- there's lots of good information here about diabetes and some yummy recipes. All best, I.
View full commentWelcome to dlife! It's great to hear how you're such an active person, and how it doesn't sound like you've let diabetes get in the way of your life! Have fun looking around the site-- there's lots of good information here about diabetes and some yummy recipes.
A lovely post and welcome back! Glad to hear how you've managed your diabetes and lived your dreams-- here's wishing that for all of us! All best, I.
View full commentA lovely post and welcome back! Glad to hear how you've managed your diabetes and lived your dreams-- here's wishing that for all of us!
...and you forgot, the best attitude. :) Wow, I agree seems like you have some adventures to share. Do tell, I'm a tad bit chicken about going into to foreign countries with my meds. P.S. Welcome back!
View full comment...and you forgot, the best attitude. :) Wow, I agree seems like you have some adventures to share. Do tell, I'm a tad bit chicken about going into to foreign countries with my meds.
Hi Kathy, I am so glad that you commented. I love your healthy life style. It is a good example for all of us. I am 68 and I was diagnosed with Alzheimer's last July. I sent my blog up here. It becomes a problem with some of us. Leslie, I like to talk here to each other. It is more personal. Hi Copper, it does not matter if you are of age or not. You are welcome here. Ruth
View full commentHi Kathy, I am so glad that you commented. I love your healthy life style. It is a good example for all of us.
I am 68 and I was diagnosed with Alzheimer's last July. I sent my blog up here. It becomes a problem with some of us.
Leslie, I like to talk here to each other. It is more personal.
Hi Copper, it does not matter if you are of age or not. You are welcome here.
Ruth
Nice to hear from you. Thank you Leslie for being the founder of the group. I just put a message on the message board. Guess I had posted a year ago and Ruth was nice enough to respond. Just took me all of this time to read it. I really want to participate. Sally
View full commentNice to hear from you. Thank you Leslie for being the founder of the group. I just put a message on the message board. Guess I had posted a year ago and Ruth was nice enough to respond. Just took me all of this time to read it.
Hi Thom - Just wanted to add that I too missed your posts. Hang in there -- you've been here before and have beaten the blues back. Your friends have faith in you, I.
View full commentHi Thom -
Just wanted to add that I too missed your posts. Hang in there -- you've been here before and have beaten the blues back. Your friends have faith in you,
Hi Michelle and welcome to the dlife Community! You've come to the right place, all of us are struggling with 'rearranging' our lives thanks to diabetes. Luckily, there is plenty you can eat -- a diabetes diet is basically a healthy diet. If you explore the site, you'll find lots of good information and plenty of recipes to get you started on figuring out what you an eat. Also, Has your doctor recommended a visit with a nutritionist? That might help you gain some confidence about what you...
View full commentHi Michelle and welcome to the dlife Community! You've come to the right place, all of us are struggling with 'rearranging' our lives thanks to diabetes. Luckily, there is plenty you can eat -- a diabetes diet is basically a healthy diet. If you explore the site, you'll find lots of good information and plenty of recipes to get you started on figuring out what you an eat.
Also, Has your doctor recommended a visit with a nutritionist? That might help you gain some confidence about what you can and can't eat.
Hi Secondchances, Thank you for your vital information and I could use them too! Yes I did see te nutritionist, but I am confused about the calorie intake and my doctor did not give me a definite answer when I asked how high should my sugar be when I take it. Well I don't want to talk your ears off but I'm glad to hear from you. Many blessings Michelle,
View full commentHi Secondchances,
Thank you for your vital information and I could use them too! Yes I did see te nutritionist, but I am confused about the calorie intake and my doctor did not give me a definite answer when I asked how high should my sugar be when I take it. Well I don't want to talk your ears off but I'm glad to hear from you. Many blessings Michelle,
LC thank you so much for your comments to my recent post (which by the way isn't in regards to copperhairpin's blog post. LC just being reminded that we belong to God and HE LOVES us BIG TIME/ALL-THE-TIME is especially encouraging after all our calculations don't result in "Normal NONdiabetes" tests. Keep at it girl, HIS plans for you are still good, not to harm you but give you a hope AND A FUTURE with HIM:) PS: HE is the perfect husband:)
WOW Kathy, funny Jeremiah 29:11 is what I see every morning. :) It's posted in my bathroom in two places. Funny thing, at my last Diabetes seminar the speaker mentioned the word 'normal' and reminded us that we are normal, we just some time have blood sugars that non diabetics don't get. :)
I have to say I loved your blog. It was fun and interesting and I appreciate the personal side you allowed us to learn. I am smiling. Those sort of reports would have drove me nuts when I was younger and I would second guess myself asking if I was a nagger. I am like you and I think that if a relationship is easier to break about nagging than infidelity there really is a serious issue in the background. Guess some men would forgive infidelity because it would be something they would like...
View full commentI have to say I loved your blog. It was fun and interesting and I appreciate the personal side you allowed us to learn. I am smiling. Those sort of reports would have drove me nuts when I was younger and I would second guess myself asking if I was a nagger.
I am like you and I think that if a relationship is easier to break about nagging than infidelity there really is a serious issue in the background. Guess some men would forgive infidelity because it would be something they would like lightly forgiven if THEY did it.
I am not sure what constitutes nagging. There are things that I have to do. I have to learn to remind my mate to take his morning meds or he will forget. That is a given. He has to remind me when he can to take my meds at 7:30 pm or I will forget. We lean on each other. I think children are prone to do that and I think your husband is wonderful by the way. He is a listener for sure.
You sound like you are an excellent wife and mother and I suspect very strongly that you are an excellent employee.
lol! Thank you, Sally, for your generous comment. I learned years ago just how much my husband does listen when we were dating and he would say things out of the blue or do things based on something I had said so long before that. I had to think how he knew and eventually it dawned on me that while he is short on words, he DOES hear every word I say - even if he doesn't always act like it. Of course this is also proof that he is as big a kid as the two we have, but that's another discussion....
View full commentlol! Thank you, Sally, for your generous comment. I learned years ago just how much my husband does listen when we were dating and he would say things out of the blue or do things based on something I had said so long before that. I had to think how he knew and eventually it dawned on me that while he is short on words, he DOES hear every word I say - even if he doesn't always act like it. Of course this is also proof that he is as big a kid as the two we have, but that's another discussion. ;-)
Ilene, it's ok. I promise never to ask you about that chocolate cake you're eating, except to ask if I can have a piece too.
Zen and Lynn, I honestly would not have called it love without some long hard thought about it. Thank you for reminding me that's what it is...so I can keep on doing it freely!
Dear Andrew -- The best part of your blog is your picture -- you look healthy, happy and self confident. Having a chronic disease isn't easy at any age, but as many people on this blog site can tell you, taking good care of yourself can get to be a habit and is definitely worth it. Welcome! Best, I.
View full commentDear Andrew -- The best part of your blog is your picture -- you look healthy, happy and self confident. Having a chronic disease isn't easy at any age, but as many people on this blog site can tell you, taking good care of yourself can get to be a habit and is definitely worth it. Welcome!
I remember having gestational diabetes and having the fantasy of having a big chocolate cake in front of me, but I knew if I wanted to have a healthy baby I needed to stick to a healthy diet. I slipped of course, but we are only human and we do the best we can.
You have been doing well and you will continue to do well. This condition is NOT something that you did wrong. You are the third diabetic I have heard of that has gotten it. My sister's little dog even got it. It was diabetic also. I hope you will share the treatment that you receive with us so we can learn with you. I believe it will take some dietitic changes and antibiotics? Am I leaving something out? I think you are a sweetheart and I hope you will continue to share with us. Sally
View full commentYou have been doing well and you will continue to do well. This condition is NOT something that you did wrong. You are the third diabetic I have heard of that has gotten it. My sister's little dog even got it. It was diabetic also. I hope you will share the treatment that you receive with us so we can learn with you. I believe it will take some dietitic changes and antibiotics? Am I leaving something out? I think you are a sweetheart and I hope you will continue to share with us.
Sally
Thank you Zeneida and secondchances for your thoughts and encouragement. I'm glad you have enjoyed the photos i've shared. I'm sure you have some wonderful photos too. We now have about 17 inches with more on the way. Have a good night's sleep and we'll check-in in the morning:)
Beautiful pictures and I'm not a fan of snow. I'm here in the midwest and my issue is ice. I just don't like driving on it -I drive an SUV, but the way I see it...the bigger the vehicle, the bigger the magnitude of the slide. :) The downside of living in a hilly area.
Hi Michelle! Great work on the numbers. I definitely think stress connects to sugar levels, so it's great that you're working on that as well as your exercise and food choices. How are you controlling stress? Have you tried meditation? All best, I.
View full commentHi Michelle! Great work on the numbers. I definitely think stress connects to sugar levels, so it's great that you're working on that as well as your exercise and food choices. How are you controlling stress? Have you tried meditation?
Great news, Sally! 6.6 is really a good reading, and I'm glad your holidays didn't throw you off too much. Good luck in reaching your three month goal... I.
View full commentGreat news, Sally! 6.6 is really a good reading, and I'm glad your holidays didn't throw you off too much. Good luck in reaching your three month goal...
I know exactly what you mean Sarah. My company was bought out and the new insurance provider is Caremark. I went to get my prescriptions today and they went up significantly. That with an annual $1500 cut in pay just leaves me very down. I hope things get better for you.
I am so sorry that things are so difficult. At least your a1c is acceptable and you didn't gain alot of weight. That is good news. I am wondering if some of your meds can be changed to a generic? Alot of mine had to be changed because the formulary for my prescription plan changed. Sometimes you have to try for a alternative medication. You certainly can't do without meds and maybe this would lighten the load. I know that maybe you can contact the Manufactuer for the Novolog and see if you...
View full commentI am so sorry that things are so difficult. At least your a1c is acceptable and you didn't gain alot of weight. That is good news. I am wondering if some of your meds can be changed to a generic? Alot of mine had to be changed because the formulary for my prescription plan changed. Sometimes you have to try for a alternative medication. You certainly can't do without meds and maybe this would lighten the load. I know that maybe you can contact the Manufactuer for the Novolog and see if you qualify for the indigent program. I know when our back is againest the wall we have to do something. I hope you at least can get treatment for your pain.
It is horrible that you are in this situation and I have been there and done that about some meds. I am going to have to try to get an exception for one of mine really soon. So much red tape for us at times. You are not whining. You are sharing and we are here to give support.
Sally
Welcome to the club, Jeannette. :-) I'm sure you will find lots of support here for the various things you want to do. Just try not to overwhelm yourself with all the things you need to do. Literally take it one day at a time and you can make those changes you want to make. The perfect method involves bringing in help - someone(s) to help you plan meals and an exercise plan too - but perfect can be hard to do. Until you can make the plans you want, why not just make the best choices you can as...
View full commentWelcome to the club, Jeannette. :-) I'm sure you will find lots of support here for the various things you want to do. Just try not to overwhelm yourself with all the things you need to do. Literally take it one day at a time and you can make those changes you want to make. The perfect method involves bringing in help - someone(s) to help you plan meals and an exercise plan too - but perfect can be hard to do. Until you can make the plans you want, why not just make the best choices you can as you go along? When deciding on any meal, choose the healthiest stuff you can stand, factoring in what you know affects your blood sugar in certain ways. Same with exercise. Just get up and take a walk or do something you know will be exercise and break it up throughout the day. I don't know about you, but those big goals can be burdensome to me so I find it easier to just think about it all one day/week/month at a time. Good luck! Can't wait to see if you change your status to something like "taking a walk!" lol!
Your definitely not alone. You will meet alot of other diabetics through this site and each one can teach you something or somehow touch you emotionally. It is hard when you don't have enough tangible support in the real world. Sally
View full commentYour definitely not alone. You will meet alot of other diabetics through this site and each one can teach you something or somehow touch you emotionally. It is hard when you don't have enough tangible support in the real world.
Hi and welcome! You are not alone and we're all here to give you support! Take time to explore the site--there's lots of good info... Best, I
View full commentHi and welcome! You are not alone and we're all here to give you support!
Take time to explore the site--there's lots of good info...
Best,
I
I second Julia's comments. My husband had a heart attack six years ago and has lost 35 pounds and changed his way of eating completely and it has totally paid off. It isn't easy, but it can be done. We're here to support you! I.
View full commentI second Julia's comments. My husband had a heart attack six years ago and has lost 35 pounds and changed his way of eating completely and it has totally paid off. It isn't easy, but it can be done. We're here to support you!
Glad you are here. I think not only will you learn things on dLife, I suspect that you will teach alot too. I will be listening. One day at a time is right. Sally
View full commentGlad you are here. I think not only will you learn things on dLife, I suspect that you will teach alot too. I will be listening. One day at a time is right.
What an inspirational story to start the New Year! Congrats on your weight loss, your drop in insulin and your positive attitude! You look great! I.
View full commentWhat an inspirational story to start the New Year! Congrats on your weight loss, your drop in insulin and your positive attitude! You look great!
Now I understand!! You mean the dLife Book Club. This is the first I have known about it. There are so many groups now that I don't bother to be honest. I stick with the community blogging and the forums. I am curious about your book club though.
Didn't mean to be mysterious, guys! Cutting for Stone is a long family saga about twin sons growing up in Ethiopia that I thought some people might like:).
Welcome back Jennifer! Congratulations on your operation and glad to hear that you're off your diabetic medications and losing weight. Keep us posted on your progress, Warmly, I.
View full commentWelcome back Jennifer! Congratulations on your operation and glad to hear that you're off your diabetic medications and losing weight. Keep us posted on your progress,
Thomas, this was delicious! I made it in my crockpot and without salt. In the last 20 min to 1/2 hour I added baby carrots and pearl onions. They both were frozen, so they really only needed to heat through. The chicken had great flavor and my family liked it very much. Thanks again for sharing.
Hi Tom, I feel like I didn't communicate well and I gave a bad impression. I am sorry and I definitely do not want you to be like me or follow the advice that I got from my doctor. We are all unique in our diabetes and what applies to one doesn't often apply precisely with another. I just meant that you were still in a safe zone when you said you were extremely high is all. I know it isn't a comfortable number for you personally. I know that I also want to be below 7. For the last two A1c's that...
View full commentHi Tom, I feel like I didn't communicate well and I gave a bad impression. I am sorry and I definitely do not want you to be like me or follow the advice that I got from my doctor. We are all unique in our diabetes and what applies to one doesn't often apply precisely with another. I just meant that you were still in a safe zone when you said you were extremely high is all. I know it isn't a comfortable number for you personally. I know that I also want to be below 7. For the last two A1c's that I have had I have been 6.6 and that is very good for me. My goal for next time is 6.4 and I hope that I can make that. But right now my pcp and my podiatrist tell me that I have my diabetes under tight control. I also know that my cardiologist said to me it is best to be 6.0.
So opinions vary. I feel my best when I am between 110 to 120. If I get to 100 it usually keeps going down until I have low blood sugar. Wierd huh?
I just want to tell you that you are my friend that I value very much and I didn't want any misunderstandings beteen us.
You did nothing wrong Sally, nothing at all. I am sorry if the way I write made it seem like that. You are so right about us being unique. that is why I try never to tell others what to do but simply say what I do and let them take from that what ever may help. did I say my FBS was extremely high? if so that was wrong. I just feel it is high. I really hope you reach your goal of 6.4 but then again your 6.6 isnt bad either. Please never try to set your goals based on what I say especially with my...
View full commentYou did nothing wrong Sally, nothing at all. I am sorry if the way I write made it seem like that. You are so right about us being unique. that is why I try never to tell others what to do but simply say what I do and let them take from that what ever may help. did I say my FBS was extremely high? if so that was wrong. I just feel it is high. I really hope you reach your goal of 6.4 but then again your 6.6 isnt bad either. Please never try to set your goals based on what I say especially with my goals. I hope to continue to read your comments on my blog. Just remember that if I feel differently about something for myself does not mean that I feel it is bad for you. I been on line a long time (9 years)and you are one of the nicest diabetics I have ever met. You keep doing what you and your doctor want and it will not be the same as what I do. one thing that we have in common is healthy wishes for each other.
Sally, I'm back and it is so good to read a post from you. I've moved to Illinois, left my daughter behind. I so want to write more, but will do it in a seperate post. With regard to the memory problems, STRESSSSSS. It will do it everytime. For me it's learning to stop the worrying and then I think so much better. As soon as I can, I'll either write a long note to you or call. It may take a few days, since I'm still in an upheaval with the moving. In many ways, things are better or will get...
View full commentSally, I'm back and it is so good to read a post from you. I've moved to Illinois, left my daughter behind. I so want to write more, but will do it in a seperate post. With regard to the memory problems, STRESSSSSS. It will do it everytime. For me it's learning to stop the worrying and then I think so much better. As soon as I can, I'll either write a long note to you or call. It may take a few days, since I'm still in an upheaval with the moving. In many ways, things are better or will get better. Talk more later.
As an ancient geezer my memory is on a decline. I leave myself notes. Part of it may be age some of it may being obsessed with projects. The did I or didn't I take my meds question is the one that scares me most. Sometimes I am not sure. reading the comments I am glad some of the (forgive me) old souls are still here. hugs to you and sheral. counting down to our Birthday and hope to hear from you before it happens Sally. hugs Will
View full commentAs an ancient geezer my memory is on a decline. I leave myself notes. Part of it may be age some of it may being obsessed with projects. The did I or didn't I take my meds question is the one that scares me most. Sometimes I am not sure. reading the comments I am glad some of the (forgive me) old souls are still here. hugs to you and sheral. counting down to our Birthday and hope to hear from you before it happens Sally.
Looks like I missed a blog -I'll have to come back and check after Zumba :) Yep, exercising too. I didn't know that you were on insulin now. With your diet, exercise and insulin...you should be just fine! I'll be back to check on you.
LOL, I'm happy like it's my own new start. Congrats and their are a few things you can carry for those emergencies like small cans of juice? I buy pineapple juice but maybe kiddie size apple juice or something. I don't know which is the healthiest calorie wise...just thinking of a thirst quencher also. Wishing you well!
Big hugs to both Leola and Sally and thank you both. I live in Manhattan NY every block has something. I ended up getting a peppermint patty that had 31 grams of carb ( i felt very low ) when I came back my blood sugar was 101. I also did not enjoy the patty at all. today I hope to finally get the glucose tablets. Sally I have no idea why my numbers did that to me :(. The one good thing that can come out of it is helping people like you to know THAT YOU HAVE TO KEEP ON TESTING no matter how easy...
View full commentBig hugs to both Leola and Sally and thank you both. I live in Manhattan NY every block has something. I ended up getting a peppermint patty that had 31 grams of carb ( i felt very low ) when I came back my blood sugar was 101. I also did not enjoy the patty at all. today I hope to finally get the glucose tablets. Sally I have no idea why my numbers did that to me :(. The one good thing that can come out of it is helping people like you to know THAT YOU HAVE TO KEEP ON TESTING no matter how easy we THINK diabetes has become because at any momment things can change like they did for me.
after 8 years of defending doctors from on line doctor bashers, I can see how diabetics have lost faith. they gave me the quick acting insulin and the lantus - now I feel it is up to me to get my numbers down because their advice onhow to use it is goig to take way too long. I will explain about what is going on in a blog post. right now I am still way to angry to write it.
I'll look forward to your post. It sounds like a nightmare. Take care of yourself and think of yourself first and don't overstress -- that can also play havoc with your sugars. Know that we're all here to support you. All best, I
View full commentI'll look forward to your post. It sounds like a nightmare. Take care of yourself and think of yourself first and don't overstress -- that can also play havoc with your sugars. Know that we're all here to support you.
All best,
I
How do I join this group when everytime I try I am told to log in while in fact I am already logged in. Could it be that I have joined the group already and not been made aware of it for I am not by a long shot any novice on the web. If so, please forgive my ineptness. My computer skills are not much better than controlling my blood sugar is at this stage of the game. Nonetheless, I look forward to introducing myself to the group as their is much I have to learn as yet about my Diabetes. Thanks...
View full commentHow do I join this group when everytime I try I am told to log in while in fact I am already logged in. Could it be that I have joined the group already and not been made aware of it for I am not by a long shot any novice on the web. If so, please forgive my ineptness. My computer skills are not much better than controlling my blood sugar is at this stage of the game. Nonetheless, I look forward to introducing myself to the group as their is much I have to learn as yet about my Diabetes. Thanks Rocketbob.
Hi Nykaylla, That's not how you figure out your blood glucose level. We we post our blood sugars, we have a meter and test strips to determine that. The average or A1C is a test done at the Doctor's office that determines your blood glucose over a 3 month period. I will have to find a chart tomorrow that shows the measurements for you. But I believe if I average 120-150, I'll get an A1C around 7. Don't quote, me it's late and I just noticed that this hadn't been answered. I will try and...
That's not how you figure out your blood glucose level. We we post our blood sugars, we have a meter and test strips to determine that. The average or A1C is a test done at the Doctor's office that determines your blood glucose over a 3 month period. I will have to find a chart tomorrow that shows the measurements for you. But I believe if I average 120-150, I'll get an A1C around 7. Don't quote, me it's late and I just noticed that this hadn't been answered. I will try and email you some helpful information this week.
No, you're not crazy. You've just bought into the mistaken notion that magazines, TV and other media, including the "News" is anything other than entertainment. You've made a mild complaint and a confession of confusion, here's a REAL rant: After 15,000+ years, homosapiens is still version 1.0. The diet dejour is version what - 500? 5000? Doctors who didn't know what caused diabetes 40 years ago, promised a cure would be found within 10 years. Doctors who today still don't know are...
View full commentNo, you're not crazy. You've just bought into the mistaken notion that magazines, TV and other media, including the "News" is anything other than entertainment.
You've made a mild complaint and a confession of confusion, here's a REAL rant:
After 15,000+ years, homosapiens is still version 1.0. The diet dejour is version what - 500? 5000? Doctors who didn't know what caused diabetes 40 years ago, promised a cure would be found within 10 years. Doctors who today still don't know are "hopeful" a cure will be found within the next 20. Medical doctors are practicing an art, not science. Surgeons are highly skilled mechanics who don't have a manufacturer's service manual. Nether will warranty their work, because they don't now what they are doing - it's all guesswork.
Among their reports they include the extremely biased results and opinions of people and organizations who have a vested interest either in maintaining the status quo, or in refuting it. Rarely will you find legitimate research from unbiased researchers.
You need to get past these middlemen and charlatans who more often than not (and you never know when) don't know the difference between a lipid and an iguana.
During the past 80 years, the AMA and the several ADAs, have made flip-flop changes in every one of their dietary recommendation, an NONE of them is based on solid scientific research and legitimate clinical trials. Instead they'll look at a single measurement number like "bad cholesterol", or "blood pressure" decide on a "normal" range for everyone, and then attack any individuals' high or low result with anything that they can find, with little or no regard to interactive side effects. Drugs are adopted and prescribed off label with no rhyme or reason other than drug salesmen's claims or ill-informed patient demands (so much for the Hypocratic oath). Drugs with proven efficacy are abandoned for new ones with no relative efficacy or long term data.
(END RANT)
If you want to get truly confused (and even more frustrated), start looking at the results of clinical trials, or medical research reports in the journals where they are published, weigh the quality and scope of the studies and then decide if any of it applies to you. Then listen to the "news" and see how much what they report varies from the actual findings. You'll be truly amazed.
if you want to adjust your diet to optimize your health, you need to realize that "diet" doesn't just mean what you eat, but includes your total lifestyle, including activity and all forms of stress, including how you choose to react to events. Compare yours to your grandparents, and consider what things you've introduced into yours that didn't exist when they were your age, (or things with the same names that have radically changed in content) and ask yourself "why?" If you can't find an objective reason (backed by [u]research and evidence[/u]) for each one of them, perhaps you should reconsider whether it should be a part of your "diet".
I saw this, too. If you're crazy then I am, too! I can tell you that if I ate that sample breakfast, I would be off kilter with my numbers all day, especially if I started out anything higher than normal. I'm type 2 and started on insulin and a pump within the last year. I need to lose about 150 lbs but would be thrilled to lose the fist 50. I just don't get it. I try and try to lose weight. When I do, I gain it back. I see the endo next week, and I hate the thought of stepping...
I can tell you that if I ate that sample breakfast, I would be off kilter with my numbers all day, especially if I started out anything higher than normal.
I'm type 2 and started on insulin and a pump within the last year. I need to lose about 150 lbs but would be thrilled to lose the fist 50.
I just don't get it. I try and try to lose weight. When I do, I gain it back. I see the endo next week, and I hate the thought of stepping on the scale because she will tell me the obvious.
Most recently, I've followed the carb counting method only to lose little and get stalled. I've been thiking about being more serious with low carb to get myself jump started and only add back whole foods to see what happens. I haven't tried it yet -- didn't think about trying to start that during holiday and it was my birtday yesterday. Now that all of that is finished, I think that I'd have a better chance of success.
Can anyone offer any thoughts, experiences, or motivational encouragement?
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Thanks Ed
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