Diagnosed with type 2 diabetes

kerig1234

Hello my name is Keri, and yesterday I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, I cant even explain how I felt......Today im going through different diets im very overwhelmed! I came across the Paleo diet and it sounds great for people with type 2 diabetes. Any thought?...

lorrpb

Ask your doc for a referral to a diabetes dietician who will guide on carbs etc. lose weight & exercise and you can reverse it. I did & many others here have too!

techpubchick

I am starting over .......again........because of the very reason you posted. I had gestational diabetes during my second pregnancy and was noticing similar symptoms. Generally speaking eating whole foods over processed is always a better choice. You are going to find yourself measuring a lot because well...... If you are anything like myself I really did not know what a portion was. First and foremost definitely talk to a dietitian you will learn so so so much. Secondly the American Association for Diabetes is a fantastic free source with lots of downloadable material and use to mail materials to you as well.

The good news is it is reversible and I personally know people who have and I am fighting it off in spite of genetics and having had gestational diabetes.

RainaProske

Did you know there is also a special area here for diabetics? You would be so welcome in that MFP community. I have learned a lot from people there. I am new to dealing with the diabetes, and it is a real benefit.

kerig1234

Thank you