So we know a bowl of rice is almost certainly going to raise our blood sugar levels, same for bananas, cereal, etc etc etc and so we eliminate them from our diet. We keep going through all those food items that are likely to raise our blood sugar and avoid them. That might of course lead to missing one or two, but then does that matter?Given that we are all different, and have different responses to foods at different times, only my finger prick test tells me where I am at any given time, so I can tailor my next meal to suit my results.
The graph is a map. My finger prick test dictates my journey. Just as we change our journey based on accidents or roadworks, or congestion.
My blood glucose meter is an invaluable tool for me.
No, but I use a map of some sort to tell me where I am heading, rather than checking my co ordinates.
If I were in a known area, I wouldn’t need to check co ordinates. Just follow the map. Many areas are well known to us now. Maps are very detailed these days. Sat navs too. If stuck I might ask a passer by that would know the area.To use your own analogy how do you know where you are on the map without checking the co-ordinates?
Thanks John nice to see you back after the ban..If I were in a known area, I wouldn’t need to check co ordinates. Just follow the map. Many areas are well known to us now. Maps are very detailed these days. Sat navs too. If stuck I might ask a passer by that would know the area.
I could check the co ordinates. But it wouldn’t really be necessary.
I have found that testing at least 4 times a day has kept me diet only controlled for 8 years. The menopause seems to give me wild fluctuations, even eating a narrow range of foods during this time. So, for me, keeping a close daily eye on my blood sugar levels is important.View attachment 38727
Curious to know how often people test ?
Obviously testing has been key in learning about reactions to food etc and controlling what you eat , however......
I’ve learned my fasting can be anything from late 4s - 6s and what I eat doesn’t really make any difference
My pre and post meals are always pretty good so as I self fund like most do you think it’s really necessary to keep testing 2-3 times a day?
Obviously it’s handy to keep an eye if you’ve eaten something different but we have pretty much the same things week in week out.
Just curious to what other people do and do they always get more or less the reading they are expecting?
Thanks
I envy you ... I wish that I could be in the position of being happy with my eating.I agree but I’m more than happy with my low carb way of eating now I don’t see why I’d ever go back!
I did steal 3 of my wife’s chips Saturday after a few drinks- felt so decadent
Is there any way I can help? I have been a diet controlled type 2 for 8 years now. Perhaps you can start a thread about your eating, and others on the forum can share their experiences to see if we can come up with some positive suggestions?I envy you ... I wish that I could be in the position of being happy with my eating.
Lucylocket61 It's been a terrible 21 months for me. My mother died suddenly and unexpectedly, and then just nine months later so did my dear son ( and in between the two losses my fiance left me). My eating pattern became the last thing on my mind and still is. I am in a swirl of emotions. I'm sorry to not be able to provide a better responseIs there any way I can help? I have been a diet controlled type 2 for 8 years now. Perhaps you can start a thread about your eating, and others on the forum can share their experiences to see if we can come up with some positive suggestions?
I am sorry for your losses.Lucylocket61 It's been a terrible 21 months for me. My mother died suddenly and unexpectedly, and then just nine months later so did my dear son ( and in between the two losses my fiance left me). My eating pattern became the last thing on my mind and still is. I am in a swirl of emotions. I'm sorry to not be able to provide a better response
Gosh, your poor fingers! Have you thought about asking for a libre Jollymon? x
Lucylocket61 Thank you. I hope to turn a corner soon and try to regain control over my diabetes. It's really just trying to keep to a proper diet that seems impossible, as my mind wanders and I just forget to focus. I'm okay at breakfast .. I have a tiny amount of porridge oat flakes mixed with Chia and Pumpkin seeds, ground ginger & Cinnamon, soaked in Coconut milk, then I add either fresh blueberries or fresh/frozen raspberies ... cook for 1 minute and lace with double cream. But the rest of the day seems too much for me to handle. I think perhaps some is comfort eating (egg custards some days, chocolate, and even hot chocolate which I know is too sweet even when I'm drinking it) I think lack of emotional support since my fiancee left is the key. I'm not a mixer so it's difficult. Hope I've not rabbited on too much!I am sorry for your losses.
Keep talking, you are not rabbiting on. This is a support forum for all aspects of diabetes, including how our feelings and situation affects our health.Lucylocket61 Thank you. I hope to turn a corner soon and try to regain control over my diabetes. It's really just trying to keep to a proper diet that seems impossible, as my mind wanders and I just forget to focus. I'm okay at breakfast .. I have a tiny amount of porridge oat flakes mixed with Chia and Pumpkin seeds, ground ginger & Cinnamon, soaked in Coconut milk, then I add either fresh blueberries or fresh/frozen raspberies ... cook for 1 minute and lace with double cream. But the rest of the day seems too much for me to handle. I think perhaps some is comfort eating (egg custards some days, chocolate, and even hot chocolate which I know is too sweet even when I'm drinking it) I think lack of emotional support since my fiancee left is the key. I'm not a mixer so it's difficult. Hope I've not rabbited on too much!
Hi @cobyLucylocket61 Thank you. I hope to turn a corner soon and try to regain control over my diabetes. It's really just trying to keep to a proper diet that seems impossible, as my mind wanders and I just forget to focus. I'm okay at breakfast .. I have a tiny amount of porridge oat flakes mixed with Chia and Pumpkin seeds, ground ginger & Cinnamon, soaked in Coconut milk, then I add either fresh blueberries or fresh/frozen raspberies ... cook for 1 minute and lace with double cream. But the rest of the day seems too much for me to handle. I think perhaps some is comfort eating (egg custards some days, chocolate, and even hot chocolate which I know is too sweet even when I'm drinking it) I think lack of emotional support since my fiancee left is the key. I'm not a mixer so it's difficult. Hope I've not rabbited on too much!
VashtiB that is so kind of you. I'm one of life's 'carers' so find it difficult to ask for/accept emotional support for myself. I doubt I will change now, and always try to find my own way through any struggles, but this time it's been rather like a huge landslide. I have just had my healthy breakfastHi @coby
I am so sorry for your losses. That is a lot to bear.
I'm am also so sorry you are struggling. I know when there are other stresses in our lives that taking care of ourselves can seem to be the easiest thing to give us. I also know how certain foods can give you a feeling of comfort.
You may want to google keto baked custard for some custard that actually tastes okay without the huge level of carbs- also google keto hot chocolate.
Please feel free to post on this site either to ask for support, ask for food ideas or just to get things off your chest. This site has the most generous people I know. We are all on a similar journey and I for one have received so much help from people here and welcome the opportunity to provide and support for others- it's a life long journey and I'm sure I'll receive more support in the future.
Take care of yourself.
Only if you are at risk of hypos....Don't you have to test before you get into your car. That is what I have been told to do.
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