Search Results

Welcome back. I don't think you should consider yourself a bad type 2. Anyone suffering a chronic condition is likely to have periods of time dealing with their condition either better or worse. So jump back on the wagon with all of us as we journey together. This site is amazing for offering...

Hello and welcome, I can't really offer any advice as I manage my diabetes through diet alone. However, I think that before you make any decisions about medication you should discuss them with your medical professional. I assume you have a meter- what sort of levels do you have?

Sounds like you are in a good place to make changes- Good luck!

Hello- It is particularly challenging when starting out :) Do you have a meter? The meter is the tool that will help you work out how many carbs your body can tolerate.And yes it is the carbs that count rather than the sugar. So the recommendation is to test before a meal and 2 hours after you...

I'm another who agrees that if in doubt get some medical advice. It's a lot better to be told that it's fine rather tha be even worse because you didn't ask. Diabetes is a learning curve- I don't think we ever know everything as our bodies are complex.So please get some medical advice and let...

Hello and welcome, You are going through a rough time so you need to look after yourself. I have three children (now adults) who have additional needs but my brother has a son with a significant disability. He will never be able to work- so I get how tough it is. My brother also is a diabetic...

Hello and welcome I have an Accu-check guide. and love it. I too wanted something that could sync with the phone but haven't tried apple health. I might have to look in to it. I use the mysugr app and that gives me an estimate. Good luck and welcome!

hello and welcome, I second @EllieM 's comment- don't beat yourself up. My levels weren't as high as yours were but I'm older and have brought my levels down with just diet. It is possible and while I will admit I found it very challenging at first (real carb lover here) a couple of years later...

Hello and welcome, That's a great start! What it means to me is that you have started to manage your condition with diet. I hope your doctor is suitably impressed. What are you doing with your diet?

Hi @Chrisjr72 Do you have a meter? A meter is the tool that will let you know how different foods affect your levels. What people tend to find out is the level and types of carbs that your body can tolerate. Some people find that sometimes of carbs 'punch above their weight' that is they are...

Welcome. back @mouseee I agree this forum is for everyone- not just those that seem to be doing well but particularly for those struggling. When I joined I had just been diagnosed and I had myself a real pity party. It's because of this forum that I was able to get out of that space. I agree...

Hello @Dawn999 I found that metformin affected me worse when taken in the morning. I think that was because I don't eat in the morning. I now take them after dinner and that has made all the difference for me. I hope you find an approach that works for you. I also suffer from anxiety and it...

I have will power but no won't power :)

Hello and welcome. I'm a wife and parent of four neurodiverse people and coincidentally ADHD (and ADD for one) and autism for all. So I do get that life can be that much more challenging. The good thing that I have found about a low carb diet is that there are less food options and I am coming...

Hello and another welcome, I am sorry that you are worried and stressed. It must have been so tough seeing your mother suffer so much and be worried about your kids. People have already asked for a bit more information so I will just leave it with a welcome and a note of reassurance that while...

Hello and welcome to the forum :) As people have said it would be helpful to have more information. There are a number of types of diabetes and also a number of ways people approach it. For example- I am a type 2 diabetic. I am in my 50s and overweight. Those factors pretty much indicate type...

Hello and welcome, Just to chime in that exercise can have different effects as can other things. You don't need carbs though even if you are planning to go for a run. However your body obviously coped so that's great.

Hello and welcome, I hope you are feeling a bit better now. Hearing others with the same experiences is helpful. I would suggest keep reading and posting. Welcome.

Hello and welcome, I am sorry you are having such a difficult time. It is extremely frustrating to not be able to get the levels down. So just a couple of things from me. As @ianf0ster commented above there are lots of things that can contribute. I find that stress, anxiety and lack of sleep...

Welcome back! My suggestion is that you look at getting another meter as soon as possible. I find that regular testing helps keep me on track. I still test at least three times a day but often more- it helps me a lot with motivation. I find low carb challenging so low results are my reward...