Recent Content by LJS212

I doubt that I have hyperthyroidism. The weight loss only happened on this low carb, low calorie diet. Thanks for the comment.

Thanks all for the responses. The consensus seems to be that swollen ankles not necessarily related to diabetes. Surprised to think that I could need MORE salt in my diet. But, as you advise, I will ask my doctor and wait for bloodwk.

Thanks again. Sounds like a plan to take under advisement.

my real issue is whether I must stay at this low weight in order to maintain glucose control or if I can afford to gain a few more pounds without jeopardizing control.

Thanks Freema. I do daily aerobics and weight lifting, but perhaps I will step-up my routine.

I am recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. No meds were prescribed and I am following a low carb, lo calorie diet. From them moment of diagnosis my ankles have begun to swell and stay swollen. My ankles have historically been so skinny and bony that I used to wish for cankles. I follow a low...

I am recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes based on an ac1 test score of 6.5. No meds were prescribed. I adopted a low carb, low caloric intake diet to manage blood glucose levels. I lost 15lbs in 6wks, going from 125lbs down to 115. Now I am too skinny and do not look well. My meter readings...