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Puczini

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Hi,

Thought I’d introduce myself. Been diagnosed for a couple of months but it’s only just sinking in. I’m type 2 and with a bmi of 35. I’m trying to lose weight obviously but struggling at the moment due to it being so close to Christmas and treats available everywhere!
 
Hi Puczini and welcome to the forums.

I hope you'll find as much help and support here as I did four years ago.
 
Puczini said:
Hi,

Thought I’d introduce myself. Been diagnosed for a couple of months but it’s only just sinking in. I’m type 2 and with a bmi of 35. I’m trying to lose weight obviously but struggling at the moment due to it being so close to Christmas and treats available everywhere!
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Get yourself a bg meter, see what those carby "treats" do to your body and you'll find them easier to resist, especially if you replace them with satiating real food.

You can do this!
 
Hello and welcome

I certainly found the first Christmas challenging. We changed the menu to have really nice seafood. That was not my husband's preference but fortunately he loves me and could see I was struggling.

Make sure you do have plenty of food that is naturally low carb- Ham and Turkey like most meats is fine. Have cauliflower and/or broccoli as a side (quite low carb). Maybe some berries with cream as a dessert? Cheese is also good so indulge there.

I suggest concentrate on managing your blood sugar levels first and then worry about weight after that.

Good luck and welcome.
 
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