Diabetes & low carb - my progress so far

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  • 2t9nty
    2t9nty Posts: 1,626 Member
    baconslave wrote: »

    Welcome. Sorry about that FB group. We aren't like that here. We are very roll-your-own as far as low carb plans. We'll only say anything to someone if they are being ugly or to gently give advice to people doing unsafe eating plans.

    We have T2 folks here there and everywhere in the group. Feel free to converse here or make other threads for yourself calling for others to be more active and chat with you. We used to be more active in the group as a whole, but then FB became more popular and people left us for that format. Unfortunately, some people go over there to stay and act...unkind.

    Anyway, welcome again, and best wishes.

    +1 on this. I know what works for me, but it took a while to figure it out. This group was a help in that process.

  • 2t9nty
    2t9nty Posts: 1,626 Member
    lorib642 wrote: »
    What a difference. Just started keto yesterday. My fasting glucose is usually around 125, this morning 95 and before lunch it was 73. I take metformin and januvia and hope to have them reduced. It could be a possibility

    Keep an eye on your numbers until you talk to your doctor about reducing meds. This is a very good indicator so far!
  • lcharpentier2
    lcharpentier2 Posts: 354 Member
    Lori642
    Anything is possible if you put your mind to it. I just started back on low carbs yesterday but didn't finish as low as I wanted. Having a fair day so far today.
  • prodigal6766
    prodigal6766 Posts: 123 Member
    I have been type 2 diabetic for about 13 years and my last A1c was 5.7. I just started low carb beginning of the month, so my next labs should reflect my change in diet. I have taken Metformin for years (500 mg) and just started ozympec. I am hoping to eliminate the Metformin soon. I keep carbs around 50-60 grams daily. I walk everyday, but no gym yet. I have lost 11 lbs this month so I think I’m on the right track. Would I benefit by lowering my carbs even more? Thanks.
  • 2t9nty
    2t9nty Posts: 1,626 Member
    I have been type 2 diabetic for about 13 years and my last A1c was 5.7. I just started low carb beginning of the month, so my next labs should reflect my change in diet. I have taken Metformin for years (500 mg) and just started ozympec. I am hoping to eliminate the Metformin soon. I keep carbs around 50-60 grams daily. I walk everyday, but no gym yet. I have lost 11 lbs this month so I think I’m on the right track. Would I benefit by lowering my carbs even more? Thanks.

    I keep my carbs very low, but not everyone can feel satisfied eating that way. I find we are all a little different in how the body responds. Tastes and preferences are all over the map.

    My counsel is that you should have the carbs fairly consistent as meds get adjusted. It lets the doctors figure out appropriate dosages. For me anyway, I saw a big improvement in BG testing at about the 50 g point in the journey.
  • dennis3031
    dennis3031 Posts: 15 Member
    I follow 2 YouTube channels defeat diabetes & low carb down under discussions from medical professionals I’ve found it really helpful