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Don't give up my doctor wanted me on meds right away. I said no give me 2 months to see if I can make a difference. I did not want to spend a lifetime on drugs. I cut down calories to under 1000 for 2 months ( which is low) but some studies show it " kick starts". I started walking and then the gym. My levels were normal…

Good for you its been 1 year for me med free!!

I'm 46 and after my type 2 diagnosis I got serious and lost over 85 pounds. No big secret cico and exercise 6 times a week. Lifting has helped! Add me as a friend to all

Dave Yes so true. I also felt mine was quick to write a script. Test your levels to see where they're going.

Don't be afraid to question your doctor and say no let's wait. I don't advocate if levels are high but make the changes while you can and see

Thank you to all out there who have been supportive. To those who have said i'm an inspiration there couldn't be higher praise

Hi all Just s quick update for those trying to live healthy and drug free It's been a year since my diagnosis and I'm happy to say that my latest A1c is at 5.0 I've lost over 80 pounds and have kept it off My doctor tried to put me on beta blockers at my last visit as there was a small amount of protein in my urine but as…

I was diagnosed last July and it hit me hard at first. I was determined to stay off meds so I changed my diet, started working out and lost over 80 pounds. My A1c went down to 5.0 and I was also able to stop my high blood pressure medicine. Today I'm still med free. It's a commitment but I'm determined. I'd say I'm in the…

Fight the good fight. I'm 5.0 from 7.9 and have stopped my blood pressure meds (2) and not gone on any diabetes meds. Over 80 pounds down and counting

Great job!! My story is similar to yours. My doctor also wanted to put me on meds. I said no I have to try and I have literally worked my *kitten* off. I lost over 80 pounds and my levels are normal. It's been 9 months but I'm determined to stay drug free as long as I can

Well done to all those who get a type 2 diagnosis don't give up! I was scared and pissed when I found out but I took control. I've lost over 80 pounds and started off same weight range as you I found lifting really helped with the battle and makes you feel powerful Keep it up

Congratulations I too have been using healthy eating and exercise to keep my levels in line and to try to keep of meds as long as I can. I know it will be a life long battle. It can be hard when you have days you're tired and the whole family can eat without care but you have to feel great about yourself right now -keep it…

I got a fist bump going through customs at the airport from the custom officer when he looked at my old passport picture

Thank you everyone for your replies they definitely made me feel better which is what this forum is great for. The MFP community is the best. Getting down about things is life is human but you can't wallow. I allowed myself a few pity days and got right back on track. I've worked too hard to give up !!

Congratulations it definitely feels good to take control of your life. We can only spend so long blaming ourselves and then our future is in our hands. Keep up the good work!

I also posted about my battle/journey with my diagnosis it's been about 6 months almost 75 pounds and medicine free. Keep it up!!

Just an update to those who want to try to follow a medicine free life. I received my latest A1c levels and it's dropped from 5.2 to 5.0. My doctor is still saying that in the future I will need to go on meds and not to view this as an overall success as the disease will advance as I age. I have to be honest I'm feeling…

My mom used that saying I haven't heard it in a long time ... I miss her

To all who have replied thank you-you've made my day! Krissy your dad is an inspiration to me. Has he managed to stay off of all meds? cwolfman your doctor story mirrors mine. She said people say they're going to change but if I don't treat it most get worse. To not even let me have a chance. gatorman- it's a lot to take…