Type 2 diabetes
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I have had type 2 diabetes for about 5 years, I take a pile twice a day at meal time. I have never check my Blood Glucose level. So I purchased a meter etc. My levels where higher than I would like but not bad. BUT this morning I did not take my pill, my number more the doubled. So the morel of the story do not forget your pills. I see my Doc. twice a year. He felt using a meter did not help solve anything WRONG it opened my eyes, end of story.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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No such thing as a cure for type 2 diabetes. The correct term is you have it in remission. In other words, as long as you keep doing the right thing you're fine but go back to old bad habits and it will be right back.
With diet and exercise I went from a 7.5 A1c down to 5.9 in 4 months via changes in diet and exercise. Then I quit doing those things and a year and a half later I was tested at 9.6 A1c. I am now taking it seriously and the doc has me on Metformin (which I can hardly wait to get off of). I have dropped from 210 to 190 since Feb 14th. I have almost entirely removed carbs from the diet and have practiced intermittent fasting (which my doc takes a dim view of).
I am 6'1, so 190 is pretty close to where I think I should be weight wise, but I still need to get a little flab off of the abdomen. Belly fat is strongly correlated to type 2 diabetes. Get rid of it, and almost always the diabetes will be controlled.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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I have been taking pills for 4 or 5 years now + giving myself a shot, 70 units once a day.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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I was diagnosed on 30-12-2017...got one of those tester kits (free here in the UK plus as a diabetic I now qualify for all free meds etc from now on....(the National Health Service here in the UK is one of the very good things about living here...similar health service in Ireland) anyway I was only taking 1 x 500mg metformin a day...doc prescribed 2000mg...my blood sugar level was 18.6...it was even higher previously...so I upped the dose to 1000mg a day and stopped drinking diet cokes and diet pepsis ...blood sugars bonce now between 7 and 13 ....was off the choccies and biscuits and desserts for 3 solid months....hardest thing I ever done....but last week decided enough was enough and treated myself for a few days to old habits..... its a balance thing IMO....do you want to eating porridge and drink water and live to be 100 or enjoy life and die around 70 years of age.... as a friend of mine who also has type 2 said to me recently....he is tired of being a victim! I will be a victim mostly because I have very young children to care for but occasionally I will stop being a victim and enjoy a little binge on sweet treats (I just stop testing myself for a few days when I do that )
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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philippines living took away most of mine....eating alot of trees,weeds etc. You see it is all about diet. LOL
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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I have had type 2 diabetes for about 5 years, I take a pile twice a day at meal time. I have never check my Blood Glucose level. So I purchased a meter etc. My levels where higher than I would like but not bad. BUT this morning I did not take my pill, my number more the doubled. So the morel of the story do not forget your pills. I see my Doc. twice a year. He felt using a meter did not help solve anything WRONG it opened my eyes, end of story. You are the classic tale of what may go wrong. Most Dr can drop the ball when they tell you that you have diabetes. THE FIRST thing they should do is give you a meter. Then you have an ideal how some foods effect you. It lets you know if you are taking the right meds. Or even if you need a higher dose. ANY Dr that tells you that you are diabetic and instantly doesn't tell you how to get and use a meter is a quack !!!! I am speaking as a person whos wife is a diabetic of 41 years !!!! She test her blood 5 times a day. More if she gets sick or has a steroid injection. To date she has had NO diabetic side effects . Only one cataract on her eye. Good luck and remember it is a constant battle !!!!!
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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I have been taking pills for 4 or 5 years now + giving myself a shot, 70 units once a day. DANG hope you have a good endoctronologist That sounds like a lot of insulin for just one shot.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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I do not use any artificial sweeteners. My wife uses sugar but I do not eat many of the old goodies. I hope this helps.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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I was wondering if you all have thoughts on the artificial sweeteners and if they affect you or your blood levels? like equal, stevia, monk fruit etc? before i start using it in earnest I would like some ideas from you? Stevia is a natural sweetener. that's what we use. You have to be careful about how it was processed and what was added to it or taken away from it. My wife gets us stuff that is supposedly minimally processed and 100% natural. I haven't had sugar or artificial sweeteners for over a year now, except what is added to processed food.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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Good stuff that rings of truth acrews. What is your take on intermittent fasting to get rid of abdominal fat?
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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I use stevia "whole earth" I call it hippie sugar - Not sure it is not processed or made in a factory/labratory though it says 100% natural??? seems shady - It says on the package OK for diabetics and it is what my doc recommended.
I dont use it in anything much other than a touch in tea -
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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so your saying the pancreas makes the insulin but whos fighting it in the body? is there any work out here for a fix to this? ??????? With type 2 your cells are just insulin resistant - no workout designed specifically just exercise in general can help the cells be more receptive to insulin. In type one your body attacks itself specifically the islets of langhem (sp?, or I am off on my word totally) and destroys them taking away your ability to produce insulin, then you get a pump installed! LOL J
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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I have mine controlled back down to a A1c of 5.6 -
just diet and crossfit - no meds taken - running bet with doc I can maintain though think next office visit will go bad as I have been slack on the exercise here lately chasing daughters soccer tourneys all over the east coast - been slackin!
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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Good stuff that rings of truth acrews. What is your take on intermittent fasting to get rid of abdominal fat? Intermittent fasting does not really work in the long term. This just starves your body and makes it hold on to what it has. This is why fad diets do not last. The most effective way to lose weight and keep it off is changing your eating habits and adding exercise. Weight watchers is a great program for this. It does not eliminate anything, but supports moderation. This is why it works and people have long term results. Consult with a dietician is recommended before starting for diabetics because the program preaches eat all of the fruits and veggies you want. These have hidden sugars and carbs which affect glucose.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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so your saying the pancreas makes the insulin but whos fighting it in the body? is there any work out here for a fix to this? ??????? With type 2 your cells are just insulin resistant - no workout designed specifically just exercise in general can help the cells be more receptive to insulin. In type one your body attacks itself specifically the islets of langhem (sp?, or I am off on my word totally) and destroys them taking away your ability to produce insulin, then you get a pump installed! LOL J You are correct. Type 1 diabetics do not have the ability to produce insulin and type 2 produce insulin but are unable to use it. This is why type 2 diabetics can "fix" their condition and type 1 cannot. BTW it's Langerhans, but you were close!
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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Well, I'll see how it goes, but intermittent fasting seemed to really help me push off some of the belly fat. I've lost 20 lbs since Feb 14th, and my current BMI is 24.9 (considered normal weight). I am at the goal I set for myself weight wise and continue to take it easy on the carbs and eat lots of veggies, fish, etc. I also am visiting the swimming pool three times a weeks and doing some weights. I'm hoping my A1c makes a drastic improvement from the 9.6 in mid February so that I can get off of Metformin.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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I couldnt remember for the life of me but I was close!! LOL thanks for the correction - And what is it - we drink alot and pee alot because our bodies sense higher levels of sugar in the blood and are trying to balance it out?
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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Well, I'll see how it goes, but intermittent fasting seemed to really help me push off some of the belly fat. I've lost 20 lbs since Feb 14th, and my current BMI is 24.9 (considered normal weight). I am at the goal I set for myself weight wise and continue to take it easy on the carbs and eat lots of veggies, fish, etc. I also am visiting the swimming pool three times a weeks and doing some weights. I'm hoping my A1c makes a drastic improvement from the 9.6 in mid February so that I can get off of Metformin. that 20lbs should help alot if you keep eating right - good job BTW too that is awesome. I went from 210 to 172 not seem to be hovering around 185 which is fine for me. Need get back in the crossfit gym - it really helps keep me down on the weight. J
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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Ha ha, that is my start out weight too, 210. I'm 188 this morning. If I went down to 185 that would be what I weighed when I was 25 (36 years ago). Good job Jake! My doc seems to think that I need to be on meds from here on out and I'm not buying it. LOL Hope I can hit your A1c at my next blood draw.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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I couldnt remember for the life of me but I was close!! LOL thanks for the correction - And what is it - we drink alot and pee alot because our bodies sense higher levels of sugar in the blood and are trying to balance it out?
J The kidneys handle the excretion and absorption of extra glucose so you pee more which triggers extra thirst and starts a cycle.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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acrews, my doc also prescribed Losartan. I thought that was for high blood pressure of which I'm just a smidge over normal. Any idea on that?
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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I still say the biggest thing you can do for yourself is cut your carb intake, especially if your wearing belly fat. When I went on my diet about a year and a half ago, I weighed my normal (all my life) 175#. With in a month of eating like I do now, I lost 15 lbs. I thought my doc would have a fit, instead she loved it. Said I was doing the right stuff! It took my body about a month to readjust to the diet, but now I have more energy than I've had in ten years! I have moderated my carb intake slightly, but still don't eat but about 40 carbs a day, but have increased my fat intake quite a bit. Mostly poly and mono fats, and try not to eat too much saturated fats. Works for me, and my lipids were perfect the last two check ups.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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acrews, my doc also prescribed Losartan. I thought that was for high blood pressure of which I'm just a smidge over normal. Any idea on that? Losartan is for high blood pressure and they recently lowered the standards for what is considered high. Now anything over 130 is considered hypertensive. When I first became a nurse normal glucose was less than 120, now is 100. Some wonder if it's so more prescriptions can be written leading to more money going to drug companies vs actually improving health.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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acrews, my doc also prescribed Losartan. I thought that was for high blood pressure of which I'm just a smidge over normal. Any idea on that? Losartan is for high blood pressure and they recently lowered the standards for what is considered high. Now anything over 130 is considered hypertensive. When I first became a nurse normal glucose was less than 120, now is 100. Some wonder if it's so more prescriptions can be written leading to more money going to drug companies vs actually improving health. All about $$$$$. New standards for BP is systolic <120 diastolic <80. Fasting glucose 100 or less. Nurse told me laughingly the AMA will make everyone a diabetic. If you are on blood pressure meds (I am) that means at least 1 yearly trip to the doc. Like you said acrews145, used to be under 120 for glucose.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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The kidneys handle the excretion and absorption of extra glucose so you pee more which triggers extra thirst and starts a cycle. That answers the 3:00am potty call.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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Good on you Hobbie. Keep on truckin'!
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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Off the meds and just got back to 2 year CDL medical Certification. Oh happy day! Congratulations Hobbie. tell us how you did it
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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Metformin has not made me have diarrhea if that's what you're referring to.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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Guys, for those of you looking for low carb ideas for meals, I brought my low carb cooking thread back up to the top. https://trapperman.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/6219205#Post6219205I know a bunch of people now who ate their way out of Type 2 and no longer need any meds for diabetes or blood pressure which drops along with your insulin levels. If you're interested, you might see some ideas there. Good luck to you all! Patrice
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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Just took a look. What time is supper served at your place?! I'd hate to be late.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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Off the meds and just got back to 2 year CDL medical Certification. Oh happy day! Congratulations Hobbie. tell us how you did it If it taste good, spit it out. lol Not quite that bad but definitely a life style change. I stop eating long before I quit being hungry. Sugar in is measured as is the salt. Walking and calisthenics. Those things caused weight loss. I didn't take it serious until my blood pressure started to climb.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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Just took a look. What time is supper served at your place?! I'd hate to be late. C'mon over, Beeverpeeler! We always have extra for TMan members!
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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I went completely without alcohol for 6 weeks while dropping 20 lbs and now that I'm at my desired weight an occasional beer or wine. All in moderation. My weight is staying where I want it so I feel OK about the occasional indulgence.
But what do I know?
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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So as a new learner trying to get it controlled by diet.Dr. gave me june 28th as my test day to see how my A1C comes out. How do any if at all deal with Beer on occasions? or any hard liquor recommendations that are not bad...betting none. I drink 3 beers a year and maybe 3 glasses of wine. Doesn't appear to have any adverse effects.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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So as a new learner trying to get it controlled by diet.Dr. gave me june 28th as my test day to see how my A1C comes out. How do any if at all deal with Beer on occasions? or any hard liquor recommendations that are not bad...betting none. beer is fine!! i throw it over my right shoulder!!!
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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Diabetes can be controlled. But let me say one thing. There is no such thing as PRE- DIABETES or PRE- HYPERTENSION. Another term the AMA came up with. Either you have diabetes or you don't. You have high blood pressure or you don't.
Oh and A1C has been shown to be a flawed test.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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I don't know that it's flawed as much as how they try to put everyone in the same box with it.
It seemed pretty spot on when mine was 15. Drinking and peeing constantly, double/ghost vision. Everything but the stroke. lol
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
[Re: HobbieTrapper]
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04/17/18 12:28 PM
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I don't know that it's flawed as much as how they try to put everyone in the same box with it.
It seemed pretty spot on when mine was 15. Drinking and peeing constantly, double/ghost vision. Everything but the stroke. lol WOW Hobbie that is HIGH! 5.7 and below is what they shoot for right. Certain meds can raise glucose readings. My BP med does. Funny (or not so funny) story is my doc did blood work one physical and A1C was iffy (5.8) and fasting glucose was 100. Later that summer my life insurance did a complete physical on me and my A1C was middle of the road reading (can't remember but wasn't near 5.7) and fasting glucose was 82.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
[Re: ratbrain]
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04/17/18 12:52 PM
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Diabetes can be controlled. But let me say one thing. There is no such thing as PRE- DIABETES or PRE- HYPERTENSION. Another term the AMA came up with. Either you have diabetes or you don't. You have high blood pressure or you don't.
Oh and A1C has been shown to be a flawed test. that's probably a true statement. lets say if I dont get it down in 90 days I get metaform. so i'm trying to eat right and test 2x day and learn from All your inputs.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
[Re: Ronaround]
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04/17/18 12:58 PM
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Diabetes can be controlled. But let me say one thing. There is no such thing as PRE- DIABETES or PRE- HYPERTENSION. Another term the AMA came up with. Either you have diabetes or you don't. You have high blood pressure or you don't.
Oh and A1C has been shown to be a flawed test. that's probably a true statement. lets say if I dont get it down in 90 days I get metaform. so i'm trying to eat right and test 2x day and learn from All your inputs. You can do it.
-Goofy-
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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04/17/18 01:14 PM
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[quote=ratbrain]Diabetes can be controlled. But let me say one thing. There is no such thing as PRE- DIABETES or PRE- HYPERTENSION. Another term the AMA came up with. Either you have diabetes or you don't. You have high blood pressure or you don't.
that's probably a true statement. lets say if I dont get it down in 90 days I get metaform. so i'm trying to eat right and test 2x day and learn from All your inputs. You can do it. X -2!!!!!!
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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04/17/18 03:04 PM
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Ronaround, there is a website called Diabetes Daily. Google that and there is a wealth of info on it. That is where I learned of Dr Bernstein's work and they had excerpts from his book there too. Lot's of good info that you can't get from a doctor! Lee> thanks I will be sure to check it out and keep it on my daily list to visit.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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04/17/18 03:24 PM
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Keep going!!! Keep it up!!!!
Last edited by ratbrain; 04/17/18 03:25 PM.
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Re: Type 2 diabetes
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04/17/18 06:17 PM
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Keep going!!! Keep it up!!!! Yep, that's the attitude you have to have! I just don't cheat anymore....it's not worth it. It is a daily struggle to keep blood sugars in line, and I know you don't want to hear this, Ronaround, but the longer you have it the worse the insulin resistence gets. At least it has for me! As you age, you lose a lot of ambition, and that exorcise is the next important thing to the diet. Cold days this time of year, I don't feel like walking and if I skip it, up goes the glucose! It is a constant battle! Good luck and feel free to ask any questions!
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