I was diagnosed last year, at 45. My mother is a diabetic but I was very careful with my diet, I exercise and never thought I would become diabetic. When I did, I was in shock and denial for a while. Now I have come to terms with it and think as a result, I and my husband and children eat healthier because of it. I lost a lot of weight I should have lost anyway, since I was put on Metformin. But at times, it still bothers me, especially when faced with a dessert I particularly like. I am not a sugar fanatic but like some desserts. When on holiday in Italy, I had to watch the kids enjoy their gelato but could not eat it and that was a bit upsetting. But on the whole, I have learnt to live with it.