Type 2 Diabetes No-No's please!

I just found out I have Type 2 Diabetes and I am trying my hardest to find out foods you can and cannot eat. Does anyone have any idea of what those things might be? Thank you lots and I hope I make friends with all of you!

Rae-Rae

Not to be too snarky, but I would think that the number 1 no-no when you have a serious disease would be learning how to treat it by asking strangers on the internet.

Assuming you were diagnosed by a doctor, ask for guidelines and/or a referral to a registered dietician (not a nutritionist). They know (or will know) your health history and current stats and goals, and will be able to best advise you how to proceed.

I can tell you that this site will likely be an extremely valuable tool in tracking what/when you eat, which I know will be an important part of the process.

Good luck!

I will assume your Dr has given you a referral to a Diabetes specialist or Dietician.
That being said, we have found this website to be pretty helpful at explaining and helping us (help a family member) understand it better
http://www.diabetes.ca/diabetes-and-you/nutrition/meal-planning/


Edited to add link
http://www.diabetes.ca/files/Long list Dec 2005.pdf
In your research you will learn about foods with a low GI and how to combine foods to lessen the blood sugar spikes. It certainly is a learning curve!

Unfortunately, there's no set "this/that" list. Everyone is different. For instance, my mom's sugar spikes like crazy with mashed potatoes, where I can eat them (in moderation, of course) and not have an issue. Start off with "safe" foods- chicken and broccoli. If you do okay sugar wise, switch the broccoli to a different vegetable. Test. If you do okay, switch it to a different, and so forth and so on. You'll begin to see patterns. I've learned (so far) that I absolutely cannot have lots of dairy or even sugar free hot chocolate (go figure that one!) I agree with everyone else, as well. See a nutritionist. They'll throw a lot at you, at first, but will ask you what kinds of things you're eating and how it affects you. Since you're on MFP, you'll be able to answer those initial questions. The one thing that right away is a definite is to monitor your carb intake. Carbs are broken down to glucose, the fuel for your body. Since you're not processing correctly, carbs = high sugars. I've learned the hard way about breads, sandwhich wraps, and even oatmeal, which is supposed to be so healthy for you! Do research - look online - read books- look on blogs for ideas (but be cautious) - and live by your meter. And SEE A NUTRITIONIST or Diabetes Educator

You can do this- you'll get through!!!

Is there a hospital in your town? Or within a reasonable distance? Most hospitals, even the tiny ones, offer diabetes education. That can be one-on-one sessions with a dietitian or certified diabetes educator, but quite often it is a group class. It is usually covered by insurance. You may need a referral, but since your doc doesn't sound proactive, call your closest hospital and get the details and then call your doctor and tell him or her you want to be referred. Seriously, tiny, tiny hospitals offer this service.

I just found out I have Type 2 Diabetes and I am trying my hardest to find out foods you can and cannot eat. Does anyone have any idea of what those things might be?

http://www.lowcarbdietitian.com/nutrition-services.html does remote consultation and has an interesting blog etc.

T2 Diabetes means you have high blood sugars and probably high levels of insulin failing to bring them down.

Blood sugars come from carbohydrates, and reducing your intake of carbohydrates will help get things under control. High blood sugar leads to potentially serious complications.

So while there isn't really anything you "shouldn't eat" you can reduce the amount of sugar and starch in your diet as a first step. If you also need to lose weight do that - take out 125 g/day of carbs (500 calories) - otherwise you'll have to up the proteins and fats/oils to compensate.

Watch Forks Over knives for some good help. Also you can friend me if you want. I too had type 2, but got off all meds by changing diet and exercising.

The Hospitals here in Fort Wayne, IN have a Diabetic support group lead by a nurse/nutritionist. I joined this group and have gotten a lot of good information and help. Try to find something like this also.