Craving sugar

Fifi26

Member

Messages

17

• Nov 1, 2023

• #1

Hi I have been type2 diabetic since 2012 , I use Trulicity pen once a week and insulin daily. My recent blood results show that I am now pre diabetic and all results were good but I am craving sugar and sweet things so much not sure what is causing this. Anyone know what is the cause thanks

 

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AnitaBloom

Newbie

Messages

1

Type of diabetes

Family member

Treatment type

Tablets (oral)

• Nov 2, 2023

• #2

First of all, it's great to hear that your recent blood results show positive improvements. However, it's not uncommon for individuals with diabetes or a history of diabetes to experience sugar cravings.

 

VashtiB

Well-Known Member

Retired Moderator

Messages

2,380

Location

Australia

Treatment type

Diet only

• Nov 3, 2023

• #3

Hi @Fifi26 - I get it- something that I was told is to try to add some more salt to your diet to reduce sugar cravings. Yes I do know how that sounds but I did find it actually helped (really don't understand why but I thought it worth a try).

Not sure if it will work for you- not sure why it worked for me but just a thought.

 

Fifi26

Member

Messages

17

• Nov 5, 2023

• #4

Thanks for your replies appreciate it

 

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Jantype1

Active Member

Messages

30

Type of diabetes

Type 1

Treatment type

Insulin

• Nov 5, 2023

• #5

Adding more salt helped for me too. I try not to eat anything sweet as it seems to spark a craving. I find a good snack is a handful of salted nuts mixed into a plain yoghurt. Sounds strange but it is tasty!

 

Fenn

Well-Known Member

Messages

1,405

Type of diabetes

Type 1.5

Treatment type

Insulin

• Nov 5, 2023

• #6

Hi, that’s amazing, the fact you are down to pre diabetic levels on a Hba1c after more than 10 years is fantastic! What is your normal diet like? How is your weight? Sorry for the questions, I’m just interested in your story