I am a diabetic

**slick** · 12-19-2009, 02:51 AM

I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes about 3 years ago and was put on 2 different meds. It was brought on by obesity. I was also on 2 different high blood pressure meds and 2 meds for neuropathy in my feet. This year, I got fed up with all the meds. My diet and exercise plan has worked - I've lost nearly 40 lbs. I've been taken off one BP med and when I see my diabetes doctor next week, I'm going to ask him about weening me off the diabetes meds.

The best thing you can do for yourself is lose weight. I'm proof. My blood sugar counts have come way down. Cut out alcohol, sugar, salt and eat less bad carbs and more good carbs like brown rice. Eat less red meat and more fish and make sure to include grains. This time of year is good for oatmeal in the morning. I've discovered that a balanced diet and exercise program can work wonders. I have not joined any weight loss program - just common sense worked for me.

Grace: thanks for the book recommendation. I might see if I can get it through Amazon.ca.

Good luck DJF and we are here for support if you need us.

**carole** · 12-19-2009, 05:29 AM

My mother,father and sister all have type 2 Diabetes, so i am trying my hardest by keeping my diet and weight good so I too don't get it, but my chances are not that good. If you carry too much weight around your tummy area,which is where i have to watch it,at my age as well, it makes you insulin resistant and that is how you get type 2 diabetes,well according to everything i have read about it,none of my family are really big people but the women in my family tend to carry any weight around the middle area.

If you really watch your diet you will be able to control it eventually without medication,so try your best, i know it is darn hard, but worth it, those meds all have side effects,some of which are not that pleasant, sorry to hear this, and i hope you have success in controlling it, good luck.

**Pinot's Mom** · 12-19-2009, 07:43 AM

I am not diabetic, but sympathize with you all, and I will echo what has been said - WEIGHT AND DIET are the biggest factors. Extra weight can cause so many problems and diabetes is a very common one.

Please try and control your weight and the medical issues will follow...we're all here for you-keep us posted!

**Lilith Cherry** · 12-19-2009, 10:31 AM

I have been diabetic for 14 years and remember how angry and sad I felt at the diagnosis but you do get used to the routine honestly! Losing weight does help and once you get blood sugar level under control you will feel so much better! Good luck and don't hesitate to fire any questions our way if we can help!