Get a second opinion. Also is your husband on any prescriptions? Some can make your blood sugar levels very high, even if you are perfect in diet and exercising. It used to be drs. said your diabetic and that was that, you can never get better so just take the meds. I don't think that is the case anymore, get a dr. who is more up to date.

And get to reading every label, nothing with more than 2 grams of sugar in it should enter your house. My sister was in a similar situation, she started exercising and using a pedometer to get steps in as well and NOTHING over 2 grams per serve. Her latest report was clean bill of health.

This is something that should be vented about and actions taken. Hope it goes well for him.

First of all; it takes more than three months for blood sugar levels to significantly change. Even with weight loss, it takes time. We're talking about reversing years of chemistry in his body; it doesn't just happen overnight.

Did your husband go for lab tests that included measuring his A1C? That is the ultimate measure of how your blood sugar levels are, and those are generally tested once every 3-4 months in a blood test. (Although, now they can instantly measure A1C in the doctor's office by pricking your finger).

I would suggest that your husband look for another doctor.
RUN.
If necessary, find a physician who specializes in diabetes.

It sounds as though you two are doing all the right things.
But it is NOT helpful if your physician is not on board with your efforts and (it seems) has just thrown up his hands. But to say that he's "doomed" to be a diabetic and then not offer medications? I don't understand that.

It is true that not all type2 diabetes can be controlled only with diet; the sad fact is that if a person's pancreas is not doing its job.... well...that kind of problem will require medication.
Having said that; I know at least 1 person who lost 50 pounds over the course of a year, and was able to completely get off her diabetes meds. But it took A YEAR.

Sometimes I think that not all physicians really understand diabetes.
And some just seem too lazy to actually "treat" their patients, or help them get the education and support they need to take care of themselves.

I understand your frustration. Tell your husband to hang in there and not give up.

It's hard diagnosis to hear; it's hard to not be in denial, and even when you think you've got it licked, it's frustrating. *voice of experience*

The ADA has free classes in diabetic nutrition that are very helpful and can empower you both to understand how to control his diet and keep him on the right track. See if you can find some in your area; usually they are held at a local hospital or clinic.

Good luck. {{hugs}}

I agree with all of you but thought I would throw in two cents about our experience.

My husband was able to control his diabetes with diet, exercise and weight loss for several years. His doc was amazed and said he had never actually seen someone succeed at changing their behaviors enough to avoid medication. I think docs are discouraged!

His doc's first step was to send Pete for 8 weeks of nutrition counseling. This is something they can prescribe. Also at the local hospital - free and very helpful - a support group for men with diabetes.

Ya know, a lot of guys see themselves in the mirror each morning, smile, and think they belong on the cover of GQ - - so they may know they need to lose weight intellectually, but they kind of don't really believe it. The support group helped Pete get real about his situation. And - it was empowering.

Eventually, however, his problem did progress and he went on a series of medications - and then this year began using insulin.

It worked liked a miracle. He still very much needs to watch what he eats and make sure to exercise every day - if not, he gets direct feedback from his meter the next morning.

I would say that Pete resisted the idea of insulin for too long - there seemed to be some "no turning back"and "throwing in the towel" and "failure of self control" aspects that were very hard for him to get past. I'm so glad he finally tried it. It's alleviated a lot of stress.

Absolutely the first step is to find a doctor who supports you and is someone you trust. But - if the time comes - the meds are really great and getting better all the time. IMHO

Best of wishes

Rose, I'm glad your husband isn't discouraged. Afterall, there is more to eating right and exercising than just to combat diabetes. I think he can change the course, and even if he doesn't, the exercise and eating right will be even more essential to control the diabetes should he ever get it and to help prevent the other problems associated with diabetes.

OK. Will do. I imagine some other folks here might be flirting with diabetes.