Other than the diagnosis of T2, with your really high level of 138, did the endo say why it was so high?I was taken to hospital beginning of July 2021 with confusion, turned out my HBa1C was 138!! No symptoms just seemed to come on almost overnight. I went low carb and within 3 months got it to 43. That was being really really strict almost no carb. Saw a consultant endocrinologist who would not give me the level I should keep to, she said ‘you’ve got to live’! Think my current level is 50. Still trying to get glucose levels regular and on even keel with diet and dose of 12mg Empagliflozin. Currently on holiday and it’s a nightmare, no establishments cater for low carb!!
I don't have personal stats to share about carbs--just thoughts. One thing is for sure (at least for me), no java in the AM--I have even tried no caffeine coffee, but I break the high records every time. And this is something that changed in the last 24 months.We have endless debates and arguments about what constitutes a healthy diet. It seems one man's carb is another man's poision.
One common concern, however, is that newly diagnosed visitors will get mixed messages from the conflicting opinions. I have therefore decided that it's time for a wee census. I know of many members who have gained control of their condition by adopting a low(er) carb diet, but then found no further use for the forum, taken their normal blood sugars and disappeared. I would like us to gather statements from diabetics who have found success by restricting their carbohydrate intake, by whatever amount.
So please let us know if you have succeeded in managing your diabetes by restricting your carbs.
If you can supply before and after figures for diet, blood sugar readings, HbA1c, weight, weight or lipids it will all help to build a picture of how real people are getting on.
Oh, and the arguments won't be tolerated here but can be continued elsewhere!
All the best,
fergus
You learnt well. Congrats. An inspiring post. Thank youIn late December I was diagnosed as a T2 A1C 53 and I was 136kgs.
Now I am A1C 37 and 108.5kgs
In this time I've spent 24 days on holiday on cruise ships
To help others this is what have I learnt
Exercise which I've always done is good for you but doesn't really help you lose weight, only diet will do that
Reducing insulin spikes stops you craving food. I've not eaten between meals since December. Use a monitor either finger or CGM to see what spikes you.
Cutting out bread, pasta, cereal,potatoes and fruit will accelerate your weight loss and BG reduction
Eat only natural foods, anything with lots of ingredients or labelled low fat, sugar or vegan will not be good for you as a diabetic.
Vary diet by use of spices, herbs and roasted seeds. Make keto bread at home as having this access to quick food is important. It's worth the cost and time
The down side for me at least is cost and drinks. I've bought a soda stream that works well for sparkling water & very weak diet Pepsi. I only drank alcohol on the holiday & at a much reduced rate. On holidays I kept to the diet with fish, vegetables (above ground only) and meat. I came back from both lighter than when I left
My advice to anyone new to this is to research the many sources on diabetes and diet. The first two weeks can be difficult but you will see the difference. Use clothes fitting as a guide
Lastly understand that if you just think I'll eat that biscuit or crisps it will spike your insulin and you'll find yourself hungering for more carbs
It's not easy but it definitely can be done & you will be better for it
This makes your weight loss and A1c improvement a spectacular achievement.In this time I've spent 24 days on holiday on cruise ships
Thank youThis makes your weight loss and A1c improvement a spectacular achievement.
I am in awe of your determination and willpower. Fantastic post, thanks for sharing.
Very well done and welcome to the forum!In late December I was diagnosed as a T2 A1C 53 and I was 136kgs.
Now I am A1C 37 and 108.5kgs
In this time I've spent 24 days on holiday on cruise ships
To help others this is what have I learnt
Exercise which I've always done is good for you but doesn't really help you lose weight, only diet will do that
Reducing insulin spikes stops you craving food. I've not eaten between meals since December. Use a monitor either finger or CGM to see what spikes you.
Cutting out bread, pasta, cereal,potatoes and fruit will accelerate your weight loss and BG reduction
Eat only natural foods, anything with lots of ingredients or labelled low fat, sugar or vegan will not be good for you as a diabetic.
Vary diet by use of spices, herbs and roasted seeds. Make keto bread at home as having this access to quick food is important. It's worth the cost and time
The down side for me at least is cost and drinks. I've bought a soda stream that works well for sparkling water & very weak diet Pepsi. I only drank alcohol on the holiday & at a much reduced rate. On holidays I kept to the diet with fish, vegetables (above ground only) and meat. I came back from both lighter than when I left
My advice to anyone new to this is to research the many sources on diabetes and diet. The first two weeks can be difficult but you will see the difference. Use clothes fitting as a guide
Lastly understand that if you just think I'll eat that biscuit or crisps it will spike your insulin and you'll find yourself hungering for more carbs
It's not easy but it definitely can be done & you will be better for it
I was diagnosed with T2 diabetes in March 2023. I'm a vegan and have been for many years. My levels were 58, I had my 3 month blood test last week & they are now 45. I've been following a low carb non restrictive diet, so I'm not restricting amounts but sticking to recipes that are experimental (for me) & low carb.
I like experimenting with food types anyway so I think I've adjusted ok, like vegetables, don't eat fruit anyway because I just don't like it. The only big change is the pasta & rice. Much less of it. I've also discovered barenaked brand stocked in Tesco. Great pasta/ noodle alternative & virtually no carb intake.
The hard work is now keeping it up!
It's pasta, rice & noodles. Noodles are great buyer not tried the others. Tesco stock the rangeI’m interested to know about the bare naked range - what kind of things are included ?
It's pasta, rice & noodles. Noodles are great buyer not tried the others. Tesco stock the range
Noodles great for stir fries I haven't noticed any difference in taste. I will be trying the others in the range next!I wasn’t aware of this range, so definitely will give that a go . Perfect for a low carb keto diet.. Thank you for the heads up.
Well done on your progress! I'm also interested in the Barenaked noodles or rice - made with Konjac flour and stocked by Waitrose as well as Tesco!Noodles great for stir fries I haven't noticed any difference in taste. I will be trying the others in the range next!
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