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- Type of diabetes
- Prediabetes
- Treatment type
- I do not have diabetes
Hi all,
I was diagnosed with pre-diabetes about 4 months ago. My HbA1C was at 6.2.
Having been hypoglycemic most of my life, I was still shocked at this diagnosis. I am not overweight. I exercise 4-5 times daily---lifting weights and/or riding my stationary bike. I eat no simple sugars.
The doctor gave me no maintenance guidance. In fact, she discussed with me how I would be treated with meds, how I'd need frequent doctor's visits, how my feet would have to be checked regularly. Never once did she say that this could be reversed. I was scared to death. I watched my sister die from diabetes complications after having a leg amputated.
I hit the internet looking for help. I purchased books. I then found that this condition can indeed be reversed. However, each book gave conflicting information that totally confused me. Thus, I decided to give up red meat. Then I read yesterday that eggs could cause and worsen diabetes. So today I decided to go vegan. However, I have questions that hopefully some of you can answer.
I hate rice. So adding that to my diet is out. I've decided to stick with my morning smoothies that I've done for years, minus the protein powder. I'm fine with beans, greens or a salad for lunch/dinner.
Here are my questions.
Can the doctor accurately diagnose this condition without giving me either the fasting or oral blood sugar tests?
On a vegan diet, do I need to count calories or portion sizes?
Can I safely eat fruits like melons, strawberries, raspberries and blueberries, or do they need to be limited?
I love to grab a handful of nuts for munching. Do I need to control the portion size for this?
My biggest problem is skipping meals for I am not a big eater. I hear this is a no, no with this condition. So, I usually drink one of those Glucerma drinks or grab a handful of nuts. Actually, I could live on just nuts.
Any help you can give me would be greatly appreciated. I am so afraid of going on medication. I am very sensitive to medication and can rarely take a Tylenol without getting side effects.
I was diagnosed with pre-diabetes about 4 months ago. My HbA1C was at 6.2.
Having been hypoglycemic most of my life, I was still shocked at this diagnosis. I am not overweight. I exercise 4-5 times daily---lifting weights and/or riding my stationary bike. I eat no simple sugars.
The doctor gave me no maintenance guidance. In fact, she discussed with me how I would be treated with meds, how I'd need frequent doctor's visits, how my feet would have to be checked regularly. Never once did she say that this could be reversed. I was scared to death. I watched my sister die from diabetes complications after having a leg amputated.
I hit the internet looking for help. I purchased books. I then found that this condition can indeed be reversed. However, each book gave conflicting information that totally confused me. Thus, I decided to give up red meat. Then I read yesterday that eggs could cause and worsen diabetes. So today I decided to go vegan. However, I have questions that hopefully some of you can answer.
I hate rice. So adding that to my diet is out. I've decided to stick with my morning smoothies that I've done for years, minus the protein powder. I'm fine with beans, greens or a salad for lunch/dinner.
Here are my questions.
Can the doctor accurately diagnose this condition without giving me either the fasting or oral blood sugar tests?
On a vegan diet, do I need to count calories or portion sizes?
Can I safely eat fruits like melons, strawberries, raspberries and blueberries, or do they need to be limited?
I love to grab a handful of nuts for munching. Do I need to control the portion size for this?
My biggest problem is skipping meals for I am not a big eater. I hear this is a no, no with this condition. So, I usually drink one of those Glucerma drinks or grab a handful of nuts. Actually, I could live on just nuts.
Any help you can give me would be greatly appreciated. I am so afraid of going on medication. I am very sensitive to medication and can rarely take a Tylenol without getting side effects.