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maddogwenz
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I just found out have type two diabetes and want all help that can get to control this and live a healthy life
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Welcome to the discussion! There are several ways you can gain more information about managing diabetes. Talk with your doctor and ask for a referral to a diabetes education program. The American Diabetes Association has good information designed specifically for people newly diagnosed at www.diabetes.org Be sure to ask questions here as well. ~Lynn /Glucerna0
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Hi there maddogwenz;
Welcome to this support group. I'm a complication free T2 diabetic diagnosed in 1982.
The my fitness pal program is a wonderful tool, it not only helped me adopt healthier nutrition habits, it's also helped to improve my blood sugar control and diabetes management practices significantly, by learning how to count and track carbohydrates by honestly logging everything I eat consistently and sticking to it like glue.
One of the first and most paramount defenses in lowering blood sugars is using your glucose meter to monitor the effects of the food choices you make. By testing before meals and testing again 2hrs after meals, you'll quickly learn what effect if any those food choices had on your blood sugar levels and if an adjustment is necessary depending on your management goals.
The general consensus is to shoot for a test result in the range of 120-140mg/dL (US) 2hrs after meals, however you should seek out target ranges to aim for as recommended by your healthcare provider helping you manage your diabetes.
I would encourage you to seek out a diabetes education course in your area if you haven't already, as many newly diagnosed persons have found these classes to be very beneficial.
One of the most frustrating issues with having a condition like diabetes is, it's very individualistic. What works for me in controlling my blood sugars with meal and snack choices, may not work for you or the next person. Your meter is going to be your best friend and great tool to help you make healthy food choices.
www.bloodsugar101.com
www.diabetesdaily.com
www.diabetesselfmanagement.com
www.tudiabetes.org
www.calorieking.com (food nutrition information)
The above links are packed with valuable information designed to answer your questions about successful and safe diabetes management practices.
Many of us in this group can identify with the range of emotions we experience on first being diagnosed. Take a deep breath, and
take time to read over the various threads and get a feel for the site. When you're ready to ask questions, you will find lots of genuine people on here who will be willing to share their experience and offer you their encouragement and support.
I also wish you well on your journey to a healthy and active lifestyle, and welcome the opportunity to be of any help I possibly can.
Best of luck!0
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