Need help with new type 2 diabetes diagnosis.

kimaklu

I'm not sure what to really do. In the past year I was diagnosed with type 2 DM. I was in and partially still am in denial. Took the class my Dr. recommended but it wasn't scary or harsh enough for me. I didn't feel "diabetic". Within the last 2 months things are feeling different and I want and am ready to make a change. Where do I start?

CynthiasChoice

When it's time for a meal, think first, "What kind of protein should I have?" Then think, "what kind of vegetable should I have?" While you're deciding, make yourself a big salad.

After you finish your protein, veggies and salad, if you're still hungry, have a very small serving of grains or fruit or dairy.

Eating this way seemed impossible to me at first. I lived for carbs and sweets. But once I stopped all the carbs and sweets (or nearly) and increased protein, my appetite became easier to manage and I felt better. I didn't realize how bad I felt until I changed my diet and began feeling better from eating properly. I'm more awake now, less emotional, less anxious, and my memory is improved.

Good luck to you! Once you start, you'll be so glad you did.

RodaRose

Lots of people are not motivated by scare tactics.
Perhaps it makes more sense and feels better to motivate yourself with love.
Love yourselfand honor your happy future by making good lifestyle and food choices for yourself now.

HeidiCooksSupper

For any of us who are overweight or obese, the very BEST thing we can do for type two diabetes is lose weight. So you are in the right place. Lots of us are slowly losing weight through carefully limiting our calories to less than we expend each day and, through the process, trying to eat a healthier mix of foods.

Start with reading http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1080242/a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants/p1 and you'll be set to go.

xvolution

The biggest thing to look at (besides weight) is your blood sugar levels. It helps, if possible, to look at what you eat and check your blood sugar a few hours later to see how that food affects your levels (different foods affect us in different ways, varying from both food type and person type). It makes it easier to form a list of foods to limit/avoid.

Need2Exerc1se

Didn't the doctor who diagnosed you or the class you took give you an idea of where to start?

I'd suggest trying the American Diabetes Association
http://www.diabetes.org/v2.html?utm_expid=54551592-34.IY8Bm7JYQByd1RUKCX4oKQ.2&utm_referrer=http://www.diabetes.org/