I can do this!

[Kazzy Lud]

It's just over 2 months since my T1 diagnosis aged 46 that shocked me to my core. I've just had my latest HbA1c and it's 46! My previous one was 81 and at that stage made no sense at all.

A bit of effort to learn as much as I can and a determination to succeed and not be beaten.

I know it's still early days but I'm really pleased.

If I can do it, anyone can.

 

[Bluetit1802]

Well done Kazzy. That's wonderful!

 

[Kazzy Lud]

Well done Kazzy. That's wonderful!

Looking at your results, well done to you! From what I have learnt so far, T2 seems harder to manage.

 

[Patricia762]

It's just over 2 months since my T1 diagnosis aged 46 that shocked me to my core. I've just had my latest HbA1c and it's 46! My previous one was 81 and at that stage made no sense at all.

A bit of effort to learn as much as I can and a determination to succeed and not be beaten.

I know it's still early days but I'm really pleased.

If I can do it, anyone can.

My husband was diagnosed T1 last week, we are in shock as it effects us both. This morning i was so depressed about what the future holds but after joining Diabetes,co.uk and reading lots of post, i now feel more determined than ever to help hubby control this. Well done you am so pleased for you

 

[Bluetit1802]

Looking at your results, well done to you! From what I have learnt so far, T2 seems harder to manage.

Thank you, but it's a work in progress. I'm not there yet! There are different downsides to being T1 and T2. Our major problem is getting the diet right so as not to raise sugar levels without the aid of insulin injections, and many of us on diet only, no meds at all, so we have to be more careful about which foods we can eat. However, I would hate to have to control my levels with insulin. It must be very difficult. Keep up the good work!

 

[Kazzy Lud]

My husband was diagnosed T1 last week, we are in shock as it effects us both. This morning i was so depressed about what the future holds but after joining Diabetes,co.uk and reading lots of post, i now feel more determined than ever to help hubby control this. Well done you am so pleased for you

He's lucky to have you supporting him. The forum is brilliant to give support and answer questions. It does get easier. At first it feels to take over but already I'm in a routine. The biggest part for me is deciding what I'm going to eat before I eat it. I used to graze and eat when I wanted without any thought!

 

[Kazzy Lud]

Thank you, but it's a work in progress. I'm not there yet! There are different downsides to being T1 and T2. Our major problem is getting the diet right so as not to raise sugar levels without the aid of insulin injections, and many of us on diet only, no meds at all, so we have to be more careful about which foods we can eat. However, I would hate to have to control my levels with insulin. It must be very difficult. Keep up the good work!

As there is no choice about insulin, I feel lucky I can continue to eat the same foods I have always eaten. I thinks it's important that we all remain positive :0)

 

[Patricia762]

He's lucky to have you supporting him. The forum is brilliant to give support and answer questions. It does get easier. At first it feels to take over but already I'm in a routine. The biggest part for me is deciding what I'm going to eat before I eat it. I used to graze and eat when I wanted without any thought!

I do support him kazzy, it effects us both, but he is the one having to except he has diabetes..thank you for your support

 

[Drummer mum]

Well done!

I'm going into my sixth week since being diagnosed T1 at the age of 52. Similar to you my HBA1C was 84 and last week it was 50 so I feel I'm getting there!
It's certainly a challenge and it is early days but I'm trying to stay positive. Tiny steps

 

[PatsyB]

Smiles thats the way forward.....mind over matter and keep going woohoo ...well done

 

[Kazzy Lud]

Well done for getting it down. We can do this! It would be easier if it was an exact science but life isn't. That's what makes it interesting!

 

[semiphonic]

It's just over 2 months since my T1 diagnosis aged 46 that shocked me to my core. I've just had my latest HbA1c and it's 46! My previous one was 81 and at that stage made no sense at all.

A bit of effort to learn as much as I can and a determination to succeed and not be beaten.

I know it's still early days but I'm really pleased.

If I can do it, anyone can.

Well done Kazzy, that's great results

 

[ElyDave]

It's just over 2 months since my T1 diagnosis aged 46 that shocked me to my core. I've just had my latest HbA1c and it's 46! My previous one was 81 and at that stage made no sense at all.

A bit of effort to learn as much as I can and a determination to succeed and not be beaten.

I know it's still early days but I'm really pleased.

If I can do it, anyone can.

cracking effort to get that HbA1c down that quick, well done.

I'm a late bloomer same as you , so I can understand the shock of the diagnosis. There're lenty of us about on here so don't be afraid of asking. The most stupid question is the one you don't ask.

 

[Kazzy Lud]

Thank you. Its good to see so many people that continue with their normal activities. I'm still a bit wary but want to get back to two high intensity 'workouts' a week (there are some breaks and slower bits). I have to fit my main meal after work, so usually 6.30pm, and then training begins at 8pm for an hour and a half. I'm often feeling too full and still have to force a cereal bar down at 9!