Pre-diabetic and scared ! :(
hlo9603
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Well at work they had a company come by to do health checkups and I had mine this morning. My fasting sugar level was on the high end of the normal scale. They diagnosed me as pre-diabetic. I'll admit, I was depressed. However, I had already assumed as much and decided not to let it get me down. This just means I have to work harder so that pre-diabetic doesn't become actual diabetic. The visit also showed that my triglycerides were in the not good range which causes blocked arteries and heart attacks. So I need to lay off processed and fast foods which I already started doing at the beginning of the month. I'm sharing this with all of u so that u can see why this group means so much to me. I also have to get my thyroid checked with my doctor in three months. Lots of stuff to take in at 8:30 in the morning! Without all of u helping me to stay focused and motivated I don't think I could accomplish my goals. We are all here for different reasons with different weight loss goals so let's keep on moving forward and staying focused!
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Yeah, sounds like a wake-up call to me.
The good news is that most research shows that pre-diabetes is reversible with diet and exercise.
You're here, you're taking positive steps for your health. If you act now, you *can* head this off.0 -
I started tracking as soon as I got my pre-diabetic diagnosis years ago. I got referred to a dietitian. Learned to eat differently. I postponed diabetes for ten years. My recent weight loss has put diabetes in to remission. No meds now!
The most important messages I got in those early days were:- Have your breakfast at the same time every morning, and always include a protein
- Divide your dinner plate half vegetables, protein the size of a deck of cards, and carbohydrate in the last quarter of the plate. Easy to visualize.
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I started tracking as soon as I got my pre-diabetic diagnosis years ago. I got referred to a dietitian. Learned to eat differently. I postponed diabetes for ten years. My recent weight loss has put diabetes in to remission. No meds now!
The most important messages I got in those early days were:- Have your breakfast at the same time every morning, and always include a protein
- Divide your dinner plate half vegetables, protein the size of a deck of cards, and carbohydrate in the last quarter of the plate. Easy to visualize.
Thank u that does help actually!!0 -
I was diagnosed with insulin resistance last April. As of this month, I've reversed it, by losing 69 pounds and getting active. I'm officially off all meds.
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I know how you feel, I went to my doctor a few weeks ago and she told me that I am in the morbid obesity range for my height (5'2") my jaw must have dropped to the floor I never considered myself morbidly obese even tho I knew I was at least 40-50 lbs overweight. Talk about wake up call. My brother was just diagnosed with diabetes at 300+ pounds, right now I'm at 223. I don't want to be old and sick so I gotta make a change!!
I'm doing weight lifting and walking and I keep seeing muscles here and there, I was given good advice by a guy I work with he said, you gotta get real excited about the little stuff to help you stay motivated. Great advice cuz it definitely moves slower than you'd want0 -
I have had the high normal BG and symptoms of insulin resistance (discoloration of joints, primarily around the neck, armpits, and groin). I fixed the problem once, but over a period of years, I slipped up again and gained the weight back.
I'm having my blood checked every 3-6 months due to medication (unrelated to diabetes), and after he initial elevated glucose (from this current weight gain), I busted my butt on monitoring what I eat and exercising and lowered my fasting BG by 7 points by my next blood draw.
I admit I eat a lot of processed foods, I'm just lazy. . . Just try and make the best decisions you can. Frozen, preservative free skillet dinners and frozen vegetables have been very helpful to me... As has cooking my own food. Do I eat what I was taught while studying nutrition in school? Nope, not 100%. I just do the best with what I'm willing to do at this point, and its working. I've managed to lose 22 lbs in the last 2 months, 28 more to go!
You can reverse it.0 -
The good news is, weight loss alone can reverse both issues. Obesity has a bigger impact on those then processed foods or fast food. The good news is, you recognize that and since you are prediabetic it may be beneficial to lower carbs and increase fats. And while I am not a fan of atkins (saw you posted a thread about that too), it would be beneficial to have a plan that you can sustain and meet your nutritional goals. What I am saying, instead of following a specific diet, you can set up MFP with a custom goal.
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/account/change_goals_custom
And if you would like, if you post your height, weight, age and workout routine, we can help establish initial calorie/macronutrient goals. I have also found that preplanning your diary to be a very effective tool to ensure you hit your nutrients.0 -
What do you mean when you say "the high end of the normal scale"? If you are within the normal range (even at the high end), you are not pre-diabetic [or so I think].
Di they schedule you any follow up, or have you made an apt with your regular Doctor. A Glucose Tolerance Test can be done to confirm the diagnosis, and you can get a Glucose meter to start checking your blood sugar at home. I used mine to learn how much carbs I could eat, and my A1c has been fine. Plus, of course, exercise.
It is definitely scarey to be told you have pre-diabetes, but it can be lived with quite easily if you are good (and lucky!).0 -
Awesome finding this out early!0
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The good news is, weight loss alone can reverse both issues. Obesity has a bigger impact on those then processed foods or fast food. The good news is, you recognize that and since you are prediabetic it may be beneficial to lower carbs and increase fats. And while I am not a fan of atkins (saw you posted a thread about that too), it would be beneficial to have a plan that you can sustain and meet your nutritional goals. What I am saying, instead of following a specific diet, you can set up MFP with a custom goal.
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/account/change_goals_custom
And if you would like, if you post your height, weight, age and workout routine, we can help establish initial calorie/macronutrient goals. I have also found that preplanning your diary to be a very effective tool to ensure you hit your nutrients.
I am 5'7 1/4" and I currently weigh 198 (although I started at 207 on Jan 5th). I am almost 31 (on Feb 13) and I work out at least 3x a week doing Zumba as well as some strength training and core workouts at home.0 -
richardheath wrote: »What do you mean when you say "the high end of the normal scale"? If you are within the normal range (even at the high end), you are not pre-diabetic [or so I think].
Di they schedule you any follow up, or have you made an apt with your regular Doctor. A Glucose Tolerance Test can be done to confirm the diagnosis, and you can get a Glucose meter to start checking your blood sugar at home. I used mine to learn how much carbs I could eat, and my A1c has been fine. Plus, of course, exercise.
It is definitely scarey to be told you have pre-diabetes, but it can be lived with quite easily if you are good (and lucky!).
Basically it means that any higher and I'll be diabetic. I'm pre-diabetic because I'm right on the verge of having it. And yes they want me to see my doc in 3 months to also check my thyroid.0 -
The good news is, weight loss alone can reverse both issues. Obesity has a bigger impact on those then processed foods or fast food. The good news is, you recognize that and since you are prediabetic it may be beneficial to lower carbs and increase fats. And while I am not a fan of atkins (saw you posted a thread about that too), it would be beneficial to have a plan that you can sustain and meet your nutritional goals. What I am saying, instead of following a specific diet, you can set up MFP with a custom goal.
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/account/change_goals_custom
And if you would like, if you post your height, weight, age and workout routine, we can help establish initial calorie/macronutrient goals. I have also found that preplanning your diary to be a very effective tool to ensure you hit your nutrients.
I am 5'7 1/4" and I currently weigh 198 (although I started at 207 on Jan 5th). I am almost 31 (on Feb 13) and I work out at least 3x a week doing Zumba as well as some strength training and core workouts at home.
I would start your at 1750 calories, macros at 30% carbs, 40% fats and 30% protein. I would also recommend aiming for 30g of fiber. Additionally, I would pick up a food scale if you do not use one already. It will ensure you are accurate with your logging, which is one of the biggest issues with most people.
I would also recommend reading this as it can provide you some basic knowledge. After 4 to 6 weeks, you can post your results and we can modify calories as necessary. Or you can friend me and do it through PM.
That is where I would start you. The next thing I would look at is incorporating more resistance training, especially a program that is focused on progressive compound lifts. Resistance training is keep to helping maintain muscle and metabolic function. If you want to learn more, then you can always get a book like the new rules of lifting for women. Its a pretty good read. It discusses nutrition and provides a solid program.
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You need an A1C test before you freak out because one fasting blood sugar test is only part of the picture:
http://www.diabetes.org/diabetes-basics/diagnosis/
The A1C test measures your average blood glucose for the past 2 to 3 months.0 -
You might well be able to control things with diet and exercise. And head to a doctor for a definite diagnosis, since your doctor knows your history (unlike the clinic).
One family member had that opportunity, but he didn't take it--and now has multiple meds and shots twice a day.0 -
You need an A1C test before you freak out because one fasting blood sugar test is only part of the picture:
http://www.diabetes.org/diabetes-basics/diagnosis/
The A1C test measures your average blood glucose for the past 2 to 3 months.
Yes, this! I had one of the those health checkups where my glucose was higher than normal it turned out it was because I took my birth control pill late at night. My A1C was normal.
Not that making better choices isn't a good move but it will help you to lose weight and get heather in general but make sure you know all the facts before you get all worked up.0 -
^^^^You need an A1C test before you freak out because one fasting blood sugar test is only part of the picture:
http://www.diabetes.org/diabetes-basics/diagnosis/
The A1C test measures your average blood glucose for the past 2 to 3 months.
Yes, this! I had one of the those health checkups where my glucose was higher than normal it turned out it was because I took my birth control pill late at night. My A1C was normal.
Not that making better choices isn't a good move but it will help you to lose weight and get heather in general but make sure you know all the facts before you get all worked up.
Yes.
Lots of things can change the results of fasting blood sugar level tests:
1 oral corticosteroids,
2 over and under acting thyroid,
3 infections
4 certain antibiotics0 -
I was diagnosed pre-diabetic 20 years ago. I never became diabetic, and these days I am on the low end of the normal range.
You are already on the right track--get rid of the fast and processed foods as much as you can and work to replace empty carbs (white flour, pasta, white rice, sugar) with vegetables, low GI fruits and whole grains.
You can do this!
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That's amazing!!!! Good for you! I am also pre-diabetic, so it is very encouraging to hear that some things can be reversed by losing weight.TheVirgoddess wrote: »I was diagnosed with insulin resistance last April. As of this month, I've reversed it, by losing 69 pounds and getting active. I'm officially off all meds.
You can do it!0
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