Diabetic using MFP, can it work??

hsabrey · January 26

Hi Guys,

this is my 1st post here, and i have this question for the experts.

Do you think controlling the sugar input is good way to take down blood sugar value?

I've set the daily sugar goal to be 25g and i do not know if this is normal for a diabetic type2 ot not.

if not, where do you advise me to go, so i can maintain my blood glucose within the ranges.

frhaberl · January 26

My first suggestion is to consult with your doctor, a registered dietician, or a diabetes specialist. While this board is a great place to get ideas, support, and motivation, it is not intended to be or replace medical advice. As experienced as some of the people who respond on these boards may be, they should not be considered "the experts" when it comes to your health.

That said, there are multiple studies that have shown there are multiple ways to manage blood glucose and they often work best in combination. Limiting your refined sugar intake, eating protein and/or fiber along with more refined sugars, and getting regular moderate exercise (30 minute walk 2-5x/week) can all help manage blood glucose levels. I would consult with a medical expert who understands your medical history on what an appropriate daily sugar goal should be, and consider incorporating some of these other techniques in your diabetes management plan.

kshama2001 · January 26

After you get medical advice, we can help you with how to use MFP to make that happen. But you should get your targets from YOUR medical professional. I believe in the US a diabetes educator is your best option. Medicare and most private insurers cover it.

https://www.webmd.com/diabetes/what-is-a-diabetes-educator

Melwillbehealthy · January 27

You should really speak to a dietitian or attend a class for diabetes. My local hospital here holds classes. They will tell you a lot about nutrition and diabetes. You can ask questions if you’d like. The Ontario government also has a diabetes website from Health Canada I believe which has a lot of information. I’m very surprised your doctor didn’t instruct you on next steps when he or she diagnosed you. Diet and exercise are both extremely important to diabetics. My A1C has gone from 6.7 to 5.5 over the past 11 months. I would find a real medical professional where you live to talk this over with. It’s extremely important to your future health.

RedFrogGo · March 4

No looking at the sugar is not a good approach. It is the total carbohydrate you need to look at as all carbs increase blood sugar not just sugar.

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Diabetic using MFP, can it work??

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