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<blockquote data-quote="KateS14" data-source="post: 2471992" data-attributes="member: 547730"><p>Oh, I feel for you [USER=551519]@Ladystarbar[/USER] !</p><p></p><p>It is bewildering to start off with.</p><p></p><p>Don't worry about the appointment - it'll probably be routine tests and a chat as [USER=258524]@coby[/USER] has said.</p><p></p><p>As for changes to diet, it is carbohydrates in all their forms that need to be addressed. Read as much as you can on here and ask as many questions as you need to. There is always a friendly ear available and no question is silly - many of us have started off exactly where you are. The only thing I would caution when changing your diet is to start slowly and gradually, so you can try to find something that will work for you long term.</p><p></p><p>When I was diagnosed I was given a blood test meter by the hospital, and taught how to use it (as close as possible to the first bite of a meal and 2 hours after, aiming for a rise of no more than 2). However I understand that certainly isn't the case for all T2's. Personally, I have found it absolutely invaluable to understand what food works for me and what doesn't.</p><p></p><p>And most importantly of all, be kind to yourself! There's a lot to learn, there'll be ups and downs and you'll make mistakes - we all do! - but there's a whole bunch of people here to support you along the way.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="KateS14, post: 2471992, member: 547730"] Oh, I feel for you [USER=551519]@Ladystarbar[/USER] ! It is bewildering to start off with. Don't worry about the appointment - it'll probably be routine tests and a chat as [USER=258524]@coby[/USER] has said. As for changes to diet, it is carbohydrates in all their forms that need to be addressed. Read as much as you can on here and ask as many questions as you need to. There is always a friendly ear available and no question is silly - many of us have started off exactly where you are. The only thing I would caution when changing your diet is to start slowly and gradually, so you can try to find something that will work for you long term. When I was diagnosed I was given a blood test meter by the hospital, and taught how to use it (as close as possible to the first bite of a meal and 2 hours after, aiming for a rise of no more than 2). However I understand that certainly isn't the case for all T2's. Personally, I have found it absolutely invaluable to understand what food works for me and what doesn't. And most importantly of all, be kind to yourself! There's a lot to learn, there'll be ups and downs and you'll make mistakes - we all do! - but there's a whole bunch of people here to support you along the way. [/QUOTE]
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