Stunned and Delighted

swalewis · January 2014

Got back from the dr's office today with my new a1c number. 5.4! It was over 11 in Sept 2013 when I was diagnosed. Using the advice I read on this board, I've been eating very low-carb and to my meter, and added 30 min of cardio 3x a week to my routine. I know this kind of drop is very uncommon, and I'm a bit stunned by the early success. I miss some foods, and the ease of grab & go meals, and it's hard to get up early to workout. But I am grateful for the silver linings of Type II for my whole family - eating better and being more active together. I know that maintenance is going to be just as challenging as the initial adjustments. Thanks to all of you for being a great resource!

karensueo · January 2014

That's wonderful news.

scubasuenc · January 2014

Congratulations. Keep up the good work.

retiree2006 · January 2014

Very impressive results! Congratulations!!!!

bdubya55 · January 2014

A very commendable improvement. Congratulations on adopting and finding the right habits that resulted in your accomplishments.
It is indeed a juggling act, to be sure and you've found what seems to be a great routine. It's hard work and determination and doesn't come easy.

Welcome to the 5% club. :drinker:

As you mentioned, this is an amazing group and community eager to share their knowledge and experiences in an effort to help ourselves and others achieve their goals. I'm often impressed, and take away new and valuable information daily from this community to help me gain a better understanding, or ways to accomplish better blood sugar management practices.

I'm confident you'll be successful, when finding out what works, as you already have, and sticking to it like glue.

:drinker: