Diabetic anyone?

JustJo · 09-27-2011, 06:24 AM

Hi everyone and welcome Arwen

It is a big transition when you hear that "diabetic" diagnosis. For me, it came about 9 or 10 years ago, and I went through so many different changes....depression, anger, acceptance, following the diet religiously, slacking off, trying to find some balance....it's a process for sure.

Honestly, living with Scoote I've gotten too slack...not testing, eating too much of the snack food that's in the cupboards and fridge. Not blaming her in any way....it's my illness and my responsibility, but it is harder to stay consistent when the tempting foods are around.

In the last month or so, I've gotten more on track (with occasional slips)....eating more veggies and lean protein and healthy fats, cutting down dramatically on carbs. It helps.

I agree with Rockin....get a meter as soon as possible and start testing. Different foods affect different diabetics differently...and only trial and error will show you what works for you. For instance, I can eat sweet potatoes with no problem, but white potatoes will spike me....even though the sweet potato tastes sweeter. I think it's the fiber that helps for me.

Eating "low glycemic" is tremendously helpful, and I'd recommend doing some reading about low and high glycemic foods. The low glycemic diet helps keep your blood sugar levels more even throughout the day. Simple sugars are the worst....white flour, white sugar, fruit juice, anything with high fructose corn syrup.

And keep coming back....there are a lot of us on the site that are diabetic, so you're in good company.

Hugs!

Rockinonahigh · 09-27-2011, 12:41 PM

Today I tested 150 this morning but its going down as the day goes by,I have gotten in the old habit of not sleeping well at all so when im up on the puter or watching late nite tv I am prone to snack.Also in sick as a dog with a sinus infection with a cough included,I know the cough syrp has sugar in it even if it taste like boot polish.The doc gave me am Rx for antibotics but it reacted with some other meds I was takeing..so glad the drugest caught the prob before I picked it up,now wating for the doc to get the right Rx call to the drugest so I can take it.I feel ike crap on 3 hours of sleep but I have eaten the food im suposed to today so hopefuly my numbers will be better tomorrow.You all take care.

JustJo · 09-27-2011, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Rockinonahigh

Today I tested 150 this morning but its going down as the day goes by,I have gotten in the old habit of not sleeping well at all so when im up on the puter or watching late nite tv I am prone to snack.Also in sick as a dog with a sinus infection with a cough included,I know the cough syrp has sugar in it even if it taste like boot polish.The doc gave me am Rx for antibotics but it reacted with some other meds I was takeing..so glad the drugest caught the prob before I picked it up,now wating for the doc to get the right Rx call to the drugest so I can take it.I feel ike crap on 3 hours of sleep but I have eaten the food im suposed to today so hopefuly my numbers will be better tomorrow.You all take care.

Don't worry Rockin....both lack of sleep and fighting an infection will make your numbers go up. Just keep eating like you're supposed to and get as much rest as you can. And keep monitoring...just in case.

Hope you feel better soon!

Rockinonahigh · 09-27-2011, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by JustJo

Don't worry Rockin....both lack of sleep and fighting an infection will make your numbers go up. Just keep eating like you're supposed to and get as much rest as you can. And keep monitoring...just in case.

Hope you feel better soon!

Thanks Jo.Ive tryed to take a nap but didnt sleep just got in the zone right before sleep,I will take rest anyway I can get it.I will be glad when the other med is hear cause I need the antibiotics to get rid of this dam sinus mess.nd yes on the daily testing.

09-27-2011, 06:24 AM	#1
JustJo Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: pushy broad Preferred Pronoun?: she Relationship Status: Follow your heart; it knows things your mind cannot explain. Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Southeast corner Posts: 5,633 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 24,417 Thanked 25,405 Times in 4,660 Posts Rep Power: 21474857	Hi everyone and welcome Arwen It is a big transition when you hear that "diabetic" diagnosis. For me, it came about 9 or 10 years ago, and I went through so many different changes....depression, anger, acceptance, following the diet religiously, slacking off, trying to find some balance....it's a process for sure. Honestly, living with Scoote I've gotten too slack...not testing, eating too much of the snack food that's in the cupboards and fridge. Not blaming her in any way....it's my illness and my responsibility, but it is harder to stay consistent when the tempting foods are around. In the last month or so, I've gotten more on track (with occasional slips)....eating more veggies and lean protein and healthy fats, cutting down dramatically on carbs. It helps. I agree with Rockin....get a meter as soon as possible and start testing. Different foods affect different diabetics differently...and only trial and error will show you what works for you. For instance, I can eat sweet potatoes with no problem, but white potatoes will spike me....even though the sweet potato tastes sweeter. I think it's the fiber that helps for me. Eating "low glycemic" is tremendously helpful, and I'd recommend doing some reading about low and high glycemic foods. The low glycemic diet helps keep your blood sugar levels more even throughout the day. Simple sugars are the worst....white flour, white sugar, fruit juice, anything with high fructose corn syrup. And keep coming back....there are a lot of us on the site that are diabetic, so you're in good company. Hugs! __________________ I'm not tall enough to ride emotional roller coasters

09-27-2011, 12:41 PM	#2
Rockinonahigh Senior Member How Do You Identify?: stone butch Preferred Pronoun?: makes no diffrence,I know who I am. Relationship Status: single,maybe looking if the right person comes along. Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: shreveport,Louisiana Posts: 4,907 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 4,682 Thanked 14,933 Times in 3,938 Posts Rep Power: 21474856	Today I tested 150 this morning but its going down as the day goes by,I have gotten in the old habit of not sleeping well at all so when im up on the puter or watching late nite tv I am prone to snack.Also in sick as a dog with a sinus infection with a cough included,I know the cough syrp has sugar in it even if it taste like boot polish.The doc gave me am Rx for antibotics but it reacted with some other meds I was takeing..so glad the drugest caught the prob before I picked it up,now wating for the doc to get the right Rx call to the drugest so I can take it.I feel ike crap on 3 hours of sleep but I have eaten the food im suposed to today so hopefuly my numbers will be better tomorrow.You all take care.