My name is Chris. I was diagnosed with T2 Diabetes on July 25th. My AIC was 7%, my blood sugar was 122, my cholesterol was high and my blood pressure is high. I also had elevated liver enzymes. I started on 500mg of metformin twice per day and also started a HBP medication. I am 48, 5 11 and 258 pounds. Wow! That is probably a lot more data than you wanted but people seem to be interested in the numbers.

My desire is to manage my diabetes by managing my nutrition, exercise, and stress. I would like to get off of all of my medications. I would welcome new friends who are on a similar journey. If you are, please 'friend' me.

Wishing you good health and happiness.

I was diagnosed with type 2 last week...although during my pregnancy last year I had gestational diabetes and have always had an issue with my weight ,and diabetes runs in my immediate family for sure so I should have seen this coming. I guess in hindsight I probably just shrugged it off not wanting to deal with it, now that I have my son who I love unconditionally and cant imagine not being there for him, I need to get myself in better health. although I have dieted before and tried all types of fad diets id still say my biggest issue is getting off my butt and exercising. And as I've gotten older I feel I've made more excuses like not having enough time and just wanting to rest. No matter how many times I ask friends for support Its not their battle in the end; its mine. anyone have any suggestions on ways to keep yourself motivated? in keeping track with diet and more specifically in exercise ?

Hi everyone, I'm Louis, I'm 39 and working on losing the weight I've collected since I was a child. When I was 20, my doctor told me if I did not change my ways I would be diabetic by the time I was 28. I did not heed the advice and by the time I was 26, I was diagnosed. I ate what I wanted, drank sodas and alcohol. I smoked and I was on the fast track to an early grave. Both of my parents were type 2, my dad was on insulin ever since I could remember. Both of them died from heart disease and diabetes was a contributing factor. We ate alot of sugar and carbs, not much activities. It was just a toxic mix. And I was going down the same road.
But I am proud to say I was able to turn it around. At my heaviest I was 425lbs, I was taking 1000mg metformin a day and it was barely working. I had talked to my dr. about gastric bypass and she was willing to do what she could to help me. I also had fertility/low T issues and I had a endocrinologist and urologist I was seeing. I lost some weight prior to MFP and when I started using it, I was able to get a better handle on my health. Today I'm 308lbs, I no longer take meds for diabetes. I've been doing bloodwork every 3 months this year and my numbers are consistant with someone who is not diabetic. I took meds for diabetes, high blood pressure and high chloresterol. Now I only take a multivitamin and med for low T. And I have a 2 yr old son and another boy on the way. I hope I can help others with my experiences. I believe diabetes is not a disease, per se, but a result of condition. I changed my condition and I was able to win. I'd like to help others, Add me!

Hi Louis, Welcome!

Thanks for sharing. I suspect many individuals within this supportive group can identify and empathize with portions of your life experiences you've shared leading to your diagnosis. Wow. Congratulations on the birth of your first son along with the joy of an additional son on the way!

Clearly you've made some changes over your previous lifestyle by adopting new healthier habits, as evidenced by your weight loss progress in addition to no longer needing the help of diabetes or cholesterol medications. Truly a commendable effort Louis!

Your an inspiration, I wish you continued success and good health as you welcome another new gift of life to love, with the birth of your soon to be next child.