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Hi Everyone! I've been on MFP on and off for several years. I'm trying to stay committed this time.
I was diagnosed with T2 in Jan 2012. Since then I've had a very hard time controlling my A1c last one in Sept 2015 was 9.2. In Oct 2015, I decided I was going to take control of my T2 because by my birthday in Mar 2016. I want my A1c to be at 6.0 or under it. So with the help of my Endo, I dropped Metformin, I can't tolerate the side effects. Now I'm on Victoza in the morning, Januvia in the morning and just added Lantus at night on Oct 19.
Have since a good slow downward trend. Was seeing fasting levels of 175 now seeing fast levels of 143....Still a work in progress. Been exercising and steadily increasing what I do and how much.
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Hi, just found the board. Have been a person with T2DM for 5 yrs. Once I stopped crying, I realized I could control it, diabetes didn't have to control me. So I started with the encouragement of my doctor to eat healthy. I have decreased my A1C from 10.8 to 6.3 and lost 87 pounds. I am no bikini model and have a way to go for my goal but I'm doing it! Believe it or not it wasn't as hard as I thought it was going to be. I hate to exercise though and I am at the point where that is the next step to make a difference. So here I go...0
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Hi,
I am John in England. I got diagnosed diabetes type 2 on August 10, 2015 out of the blue. I was instantly put on metformin 500 mg. I was determined to get off the medicine and have a normal hba1c reading within three months. I have achieved that. In your figures it is 5.9% . I was burning 200 calories after every meal, by walking and modified my diet quite a bit. I use MFP with Endomondo. I also reprogrammed MFP for higher protein. I weigh 187lbs at six feet. I also refused to lose my xl size in t shirts. So I had to reduce my waist and keep my neck around 17 inches to keep that. I am now just looking to maintain, look for more interesting recipes, support others and see what my tri monthly hba1c result brings. There is no diabetes history in my family.
Good luck to you all!
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Hello, my name is Donnie. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes about a year ago and I am glad I found this support group - knowing that there are many more people out there suffering like I am. My latest A1C reading was 6.5 - doc wants that number to get below 6.0. I am currently on 1500 mg of Metformin (500 AM - 500 PM - 500 before bed) but I am determined to lose my remaining 47 pounds and eliminate Metformin out of my daily life. I applaud all of you for not giving up and fighting hard - EYE OF THE TIGER my friends!0
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Hi, I'm Jenn. I'm T2D, diagnosed in October 2014. Started taking my health more seriously in July 2015. I've lost 74lbs since then with 84lbs to go! I take metformin and tanzeum. I carb count and use my BMR to set my calories at a deficit. I'm happy to have found a group of diabetics that I can relate to!0
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Hi, my name is Linda. I've been type 2 since they took my thyroid out in 2001. Because I have thyroid cancer that spread to my lungs, diabetes has taken a back seat and I definitely don't eat right. Interestingly enough, my A1C results over the years have been 7 or below, not bad for not watching what I eat, but since I'm exhausted all the time, I figured it's because of the higher blood sugars and the because I need to lose weight.
I've tried MFP before and wasn't successful because I didn't try hard enough. I'm trying again, joined some groups for support that I definitely need, and even made an appointment with a diabetes nutritionist.
Here's to 2016 and the start of my weight loss!
Thanks for listening.
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Hello everyone! I'm very glad to find a group of people who struggle with the same disease. I was diagnosed a type 2 diabetics on December 14, 2015. I shouldn't have been shocked but I was. It definitely runs in my family but because I'm not over weight I thought I would get a pass. Not so! I've always been one of those people who could pretty much eat anything and not worry about gaining much. When I turned 50 I put on 20 pounds almost overnight and I just attributed it to age, menopause, slowing metabolism. And I continued to eat whatever I wanted. I began to suspect something wasn't quite right about nine months ago but put off going to the doctor. I finally went in early December because my medical insurance deductible had already been met. Sure enough A1C was 11.7. Doc immediately put me on metformin 2x day, gave me a meter to check glucose level first thing every morning. It took a few days to start coming down and then went up quite a bit at Christmas but has been coming steadily down ever since. I'm using MFP to log all food and exercise. At first I was terrified to eat anything! I'm reading every label but I'm having the biggest struggle trying to figure out what to eat for breakfast. Hoping to find some other picky eaters here!
Nice to find you all!
Beth,
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Hi, I'm Judy. I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in July, 2015. Actually, my doctor told me on my birthday. It was no surprise, but I was so depressed over it.
What happened was, in November 2013, I had an ERCP procedure to remove a gallstone. The doctor nicked my pancreas which brought on pancreatitis. I knew something was wrong that night, so I went to the hospital in an ambulance and woke up 15 days later in ICU. My pancreas had contracted C-difficle, or I did, but either way, I had necrotizing pancreatitis as a result. As my daughter tells me, I was in a coma for 15 days, my lungs collapsed so I was on a respirator, and they would tell her from one day to the next that I wasn't going to make it through the night. I spent 4 1/2 months in the hospital, most of it in isolation because of the infection.
Because of this adventure, I now have half a pancreas, and chronic pancreatitis. If I overeat certain foods (and I'm still trying to figure them out) I'll have a flare up for days. So, my doctor and I knew that one day I would have diabetes, I just hoped it would be when I was in my eighties or older.
I've been taking the Diabetes workshops given by the Canadian Diabetes Association and logging my food choices and blood sugar numbers here on MFP.
I'm really in a state of denial most days still. I also have (we think) some kind of rheumatoid arthritis and I'm taking prednisone for that. My doctor had said that raises blood sugar as well, and the rheumatologist is slowly weaning me off it. In my mind, once I'm no longer taking prednisone, I won't be diabetic anymore.
I have very good doctors here in Ottawa, but in September this year, I got another 'collection' as they call it near my pancreas. They're not sure, but they think there may be a hole in my pancreas. It caused a fistula, so I have a drainage tube in my side ever since. Fingers crossed, they can take it out next week when I see them. The gave me a shot to slow down the draining, but it didn't really help. So two other options remain, another ERCP to put a stent in my pancreatic duct where it meets the small intestine (it may not be wide enough), or another surgery to find out if there is a hole or permanent fistula and remove that part of my pancreas. As you can imagine, I'm not looking forward to either one.
Sorry for such a long introduction, but, excuse the language, I'm still really pissed off about the whole thing.
There is no diabetes in my family except my granny who ate and drank too much all her life and it caught up with her in her eighties.
So, I hope to check in with you all from time to time and see how things are going.
Oh, and for the last two weeks my blood sugars have finally come down and stabilized. My doctor even said they were good. I started out with 14% A1C and my average daily blood sugars were never below 21. So, I must be doing something right.0 -
Hi Everyone! I was recently diagnosed in November that I had T2D, it was extremely shocking to me as my doctor assumes I've had it for about two years along with PCOS. Hearing that I had these two health complications were very hard for me to handle, but I was very happy to know I finally had some answers to why I was suffering from a lot of the symptoms I had. With this wake up call I realized I only have it's about time I get off my butt and become a healthier person. I take 1500mg of Metformin currently, I hope that soon I won't even need the medication anymore cause my goal is to kick this to the curb!0
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Hi! I have had T2 for years. After being controlled with diet and exercise, my A1c started to go up, and my doctor put me on Metformin, which I had to discontinue because of unpleasant side-effects. I'm in my 50s, and have been overweight with eating issues most of my life. Long story short: I felt I couldn't stay on a diet and couldn't deal with my doctor's disapproval of my weight, and I didn't see him for 3 years. I'm back on the wagon now, and have been trying to eat mindfully. The book, "Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat... with Diabetes" by Dr. Michelle May has been very helpful to me.
I started with MFP a week ago to track my calories, and have already lost a few pounds. I've also joined the local YMCA, and exercise 5-6 days a week. Between that and the meds (Januvia and glyburide), my daily fasting BG has been on target for the past 8 days.
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Hello! I'm Anna. I was diagnosed Type 2 diabetic 9-26-15. I'm taking Metaformin . I was taking glipizide also but because of tight control I was going hypoglycemic and my doc took me off. Im hoping that with more weight loss and exercising I'll be able to stop the metaformin. It's awesome to be here! I hope to learn more about diabetes and health and look forward to being supportive. If anyone wants to be friends, please add me.
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Hi my name is Barbara and I was told by my doctor I have type2 diabetes about two years ago . They did put me on Metformin and it made me very sick and had to go off of it because I needed my gallbladder removed due to stones . My A1c right now is 5.4 so I have been off of it and also had to have my para thryroid removed . I lost 30lbs so far and hit a block. The scale stopped moving . I hope myfitnesspal will help me get to my goal weight. Oh yea and my blood pressure I take medicine for that too 147/87 last time I checked .0
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Hi guys! I'm Ashley, 32, mom of 3 and 2 stepkids, from Arkansas. Just getting started and hoping to lose 43 lbs (lost 4 of that so far), and get my figure back. I'm tired of having a mom butt! Lol! I want to say I'll exercise, but I'll pretty much a couch potato, besides the usual chasing my 11 month old around and running errands all over town. Right now I'm taking it slow... Less eating, watching what I eat, and that's about it. I now have diabetes, as well as other health issues, so I'm just tired of this lifestyle and who I've become. Feel free to add me if you'd like!0
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cathylopez1975 wrote: »Chrys, I'm not a profession but here's my 2 cents worth - If I was vegetarian and wanted to add calories, I would do it with nuts. I LOVE almonds and that is my go-to snack. They are good for you and are a healthy fat. Just my opinion, but I've never had them make my blood sugars spike. AND they have a good amount of calories. I usually limit myself to 6 or 7 (a serving). Walnuts and cashews would also be good.
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I am traci 43 feel free to add ne. Learning to eat right.0
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Hello everyone I am new to the group. I was diagnosed as Type II January 3rd 2016 along with High BP and it was a complete shock since I have been losing weight like I am supposed to as of now I am 185 pounds lost (I at one point weight 489 lbs.) but a lot more to go (like150) I am hoping to find some help and motivation in this group. So far I have been quite successful using only the diabetes pills (Metformin & glyburide) and diet and I truly hope to keep it that way. Feel free to add me
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Hi. I'm Andrea, t2 diagnosis in 2000 following a diagnosis of congestive heart failure (secondary to pregnancy, also had gestational diabetes during that pregnancy) in 1997.
I'm currently well controlled after making some major med adjustments following a heart surgery I had in August. My blood sugar went bananas following that! For diabetes I take Glimepiride 4 mg /day, Januvia 100mg/day (started in December) and Levomir 30u every night which I started using in late November.
My carb count/allowance is 45 mg/meal and two 15 mg snacks per day. I'm almost always under those totals. Caloric intake for me right now is less than 1750 calories/day and low fat, low sodium, high protein and fiber....lol.... Yeah.
I need to lose weight and keep my diabetes under control because I need a heart transplant. I've had a left ventricular assist device since May 2012, also known as an LVAD....Please Google it or read about it at mylvad.com. It takes over for my left ventricle and without it,I would die within minutes.
I'm literally in a battle for my life.
I've got 5 kids, 3 biological..3 grandkids and I love life!0 -
I was just diagnosed the end of October.. i peetty young at 26 and actually had just lost 45lbs before i was diagnosed.. it runs very heavy on both sides of my family but i wont let that be the deciding factor. I am down anouther 35lbs now and have been doing it with low carb.0
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Hi everyone, i'm here because my husband was diagnosed Type 2 on 16th January, was a bit of a shock, especially as gp failed to notice his HbA1c was 55 last July, but only rang us on 15th Jan. New HbA1c done has come back at 90. After discussions with his diabetic nurse, we have decided to try diet before meds, so both following low carb diets. I desperately need to lose weight (really surprised it wasn't me with the diabetes, i'm far more overweight than him). I'm in this with him, can't let him go it alone, and would welcome tips for meals, advice, support or friends really. We've experimented with foods over last 10 days and realise he can't tolerate oats, sent him soaring, but rye flour and lidl high protein rolls are great for him, bring his bg down 0
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Hi, I am Jan. Been T2 for 20+ years, recently started working on loosing weight again and eating more carefully and exercising. Exercise not easy due to neuropathy and arthritis in my feet. Recumbent bike seems to be working for now. I love MFP for keeping track of food intake and exercise. Makes it like a game.0
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Hi, I'm Mary and new to MFP and am T-2. Diagnosed in 1990 and have been able to handle it on lowish doses of Glyburide. All of a sudden (after a colon cancer surgery) I seem to be shooting higher and somehow found this site to record and check what I am eating. My MD is a GP and threatens insulin. Due for a blood tests in April, would like to lower my A1C.0
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Hey, I'm Kit.
I've been on MFP since the beginning of the year, I was diagnosed with Diabetes 1 week ago. I've had my "freak out" moment. My brother and sister both have had Diabetes for years. I Called yesterday to get schedule for the Basic class.. in 4 weeks! I'll finally see my Doctor tomorrow.
In the mean time, I've been just keeping on with 1200 to 1500 calories. Trying to get more carbs into my diet, cause I always gravitate to the low carb meal plans.
I have over 100 lbs of weight to lose and applied for Bariatric Surgery. So, I've really been trying.
What I'm looking for in a group is ideas on how others deal with food and how the BG readings guide you to know what to eat or not.0 -
Hi. You can call me Mr.TB, even though I'm female. It's the nickname of my cat.
I was dx'd w/T2 in 2009 at age 35. I was at the upper end of normal BMI. lol. I lost 30 lbs and it didn't help. So they put me on metformin. I gained weight. Had a heart attack in 2013, I was 38. I have 2 stents. I weighed 163 at the time.
Anyway, ff to now. I've lost 35 lbs in 3.5 months. My most recent HBA1c is 5.4 and my morning BG runs between 70-105. My most common dilemma is my BG running too low during exercise. In the 40-50 range. That's after having my meds lowered.
So yeah. Hi.0 -
Good morning! My name is Tanya. Yesterday I got the dreaded phone call from the doc's telling me that I'm now diabetic. After crying like a baby for a couple hours the fear set in. I have no idea what to do next. What do I eat? How can I figure all of this out? My doc's appt is next Friday so I still have a week to get through until then. If anyone has any good advice for me I'd be so grateful! Thanks in advance 0
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Good morning! My name is Tanya. Yesterday I got the dreaded phone call from the doc's telling me that I'm now diabetic. After crying like a baby for a couple hours the fear set in. I have no idea what to do next. What do I eat? How can I figure all of this out? My doc's appt is next Friday so I still have a week to get through until then. If anyone has any good advice for me I'd be so grateful! Thanks in advance
I know that feeling. I was told on my birthday last year that I was diabetic. The best advice I can give you is contact your local Diabetes Association. I don't know if you're American or Canadian, but in Canada, they have tons of free help, from educators, dieticians and support groups. One on one counsellors.
The biggest advice they gave me, my doctor as well, was it may take awhile for your blood sugars to normalize, so don't get too worried. And, cry if you want to.
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Hi, I'm Sandy from Michigan, using MyFitnessPal for 3 years now, and just diagnosed with T2D a few months ago. Not my first time around - I had gestational diabetes over 30 years ago, and with the family history of T2D in parents, grandmothers, aunts, cousins, & siblings, I knew it was just a matter of time!
Just completed the diabetes education course (nutritionist and nurse) so it feels like I have good info to start.
Taking Metformin, counting carbs and exercising 4-6 times a week so far. Nutritionist recommended that I could lose weight at 1500 cal. with 10 carb servings (around 150 g) a day. I have lost 10 lb. (15 more to go) and don't feel like I'm starving.
My biggest concern is maintaining motivation - like, 3 months down, 30 years to go. Looking at my history in MFP, it looks like I've lost the same 10 lbs 3 times now - hit my goal, then slack off recording & exercising. So, looking for support to help me keep on track.0 -
Newbie here. I was just diagnosed at the end of Feb. Although I told a friend I have "baby diabetes" due to 6.7 A1C, and he told me, diabetes is like being pg-You're either diabetic or not. So although my acceptance rate is slow, I made a dramatic change in diet and exercise, and am just doing the beginning readings. So, please pass on those great book titles, podcasts, and weblinks. I'll plow through them all! My name is Moira, am 62, live in Arizona and am looking forward to losing weight, and getting those A1C numbers into the pre-diabetic and non diabetic range. Meanwhile, I've got a lot of learnin' to do!0
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sandyswanson94 wrote: »Hi, I'm Sandy from Michigan, using MyFitnessPal for 3 years now, and just diagnosed with T2D a few months ago. ... So, looking for support to help me keep on track.topathemorning wrote: »Newbie here. I was just diagnosed at the end of Feb. ... My name is Moira, am 62, live in Arizona and am looking forward to losing weight, and getting those A1C numbers into the pre-diabetic and non diabetic range. Meanwhile, I've got a lot of learnin' to do!
Hi Sandy and Moira ... I'm Niki, and I also have T2D, was diagnosed back in 2005 with it, probably had it or just plain insulin resistance for at least 10 yeats before then. I don't see a lot of activity on this group but am always happy to meet up with others who have the condition.
I've been told, have read, and found out for myself that it's a progressive disease but manageable to the point of having normal sugar reading but that it takes continual watchdogging ... low carbs, moderate caloric meals, plenty of both aerobic and strength exercises. I've also seen the results of blood sugars not being well managed ... neuropathy, retinopathy, kidney disease, heart failure, amputations, loss of life, and so on.
Good luck on your journey to stable blood sugars and better health.
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