Looking for support. LADA

Hi Everyone!

I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes in 2014. Post pregnancy, the diabetes didn't go away. I was recently told I have type 1.5.

I was depressed for a few days and am now sad.

I don't mind eating veggies and giving up fruits, but eating too much eggplants or nuts can spike my blood sugars. It made me sad to have to resign to eating LCHF.

I wonder how long did it take you to get over the sadness and be okayed with the new reality.

Galja said:

In America, 20% are diabetic and it is rising. I think we ought to start more support groups, get together and have fun and vent about how we feel from time to time. Being around people who are not munching tons of carbs while having fun is nice.

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I agree!

LucySW said:

Have a look at the LADA sub-forum, Galja.

Everyone goes thro this emotional struggle. I think it never *really* stops, to tell the truth, but it stops knocking you over after - three months?

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Thanks ... I get carb cravings. It's tough.

Galja said:

In America, 20% are diabetic and it is rising. I think we ought to start more support groups, get together and have fun and vent about how we feel from time to time. Being around people who are not munching tons of carbs while having fun is nice.

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I live in Northern California (Silicon Valley), how about you?