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Confused: 48 hours ago my sugars were 146. After fasting (water only) my sugars are now: 141 - - Ur thoughts are welcome
For background, I had been in deep denial for nearly 20 years (w/daily BG spikes of 180-240 common) AMAZINGLY no real health damage apparent. I am 74, but most think I look and engage in activities closer to a 50 year old - am quite active.
About 90 days ago I got scared of an A1C of 10.2... and decided to do something about it.
Started testing (up to 7 time/day), especially pre eating, then about 90 minutes later (What an eye opener)..
Dumped 99.4% of all factory added sugars; Quit (cold-turkey) 99% of all breads, grains, rice, even beans)..
Quit 85% nearly all fruits... -
Use LANTUS - was up to 100 units/day, now down to 20 units/day (and hopeful of further reductions). I take One/500Metformin in AM and other in late afternoon.
Highest spike in past 90 days was BG of 209... Average about 159... and trending down.
Lost weight too (though this was NOT my goal) of 49 lbs... Was 280... Lifestyle is quite active. Much trail walking. and help out on many outdoor tasks requiring muscle. (mow with push mower, instead of rider, etc.)
For background, I had been in deep denial for nearly 20 years (w/daily BG spikes of 180-240 common) AMAZINGLY no real health damage apparent. I am 74, but most think I look and engage in activities closer to a 50 year old - am quite active.
About 90 days ago I got scared of an A1C of 10.2... and decided to do something about it.
Started testing (up to 7 time/day), especially pre eating, then about 90 minutes later (What an eye opener)..
Dumped 99.4% of all factory added sugars; Quit (cold-turkey) 99% of all breads, grains, rice, even beans)..
Quit 85% nearly all fruits... -
Use LANTUS - was up to 100 units/day, now down to 20 units/day (and hopeful of further reductions). I take One/500Metformin in AM and other in late afternoon.
Highest spike in past 90 days was BG of 209... Average about 159... and trending down.
Lost weight too (though this was NOT my goal) of 49 lbs... Was 280... Lifestyle is quite active. Much trail walking. and help out on many outdoor tasks requiring muscle. (mow with push mower, instead of rider, etc.)