Hi Raizie and welcome to this group. Getting a diagnosis of Diabetes is often a cause for concern and many of us in this group will empathise with your feelings. The good news is that with a disaciplined approach and the proper application of the MFP programme the vast majority of people in this group have gained a really good level of control and are leading healthy and active lives. You have already taken a number of really important steps in terms of your diet which is great. A very important thing to learn is that diabetes is a very individual condition. What works for me may not work for you. It really is a case of each of us findingg the best course for us and then sticking to that like glue. Having said that there are a number of steps which we all need to take. If you haven't yet been booked on a diabetes education course then you should ask for that as soon as possible. Information is power and the more you know the better equipped you will be to deal with your condition. There are a huge number of threads in this group dealing with all sorts of issues and giving some great reference sources. Take your time to read over the threads and get a feel for the site. When you're ready to ask questions you will find that there are lots of genuine people on here who will be able to give you all the support and encouragement you need. The input and determination however has to come from you. I wish you well on your journey to a healthy and active lifestyle and will certainly help in any way I can.

Hi There!
I'm still rather new at this too. Diagnosed in May.
Like Robert said, it's a very individual thing. Also was KDIPIAZZ said is true - eat to your meter. What drives up your blood sugar is also very indivdualized. I can eat popcorn but for some people it's a no-go. But keep the quinoa away from me!

I found lots of great information and support here, and I'm sure you will too.

Welcome to the club.

Margaret

Bless your heart. 500mg of Met 2x a day is the standard starting dosage. No wonder your body is rebelling!

I'm new to this too...3-months since diagnosis. My doc wasn't real helpful either. She passed me off to a ditsy nutritionist who is the one helping me adjust my met dosage. I've come to the conclusion that no one is going to take better care of me, than me. So it goes.

Shocked I can handle a little bread, so long as it doesn't have peanut butter on it, but I've found that pineapple and cantaloupe totally out of the question.

Your meter will become your new best friend. Truly, the testing is not bad at all. I find the pad/outside edge of the ring finger is the least painful. No matter what finger you choose, the pain goes away quick.

Welcome aboard. Add me as a friend if you like.

Celeste