Newly diagnosed with type one last week

I know what you mean about the shock - I remember my diagnosis.
But, if you have type 1, there is no need to cut out carbs - you just need to learn to match your insulin doses and timings to the carbs you eat.
As you get your BG under control, you should find yourself putting the weight back on - your body has been breaking down protein to get energy as, without enough insulin, it could not get it from sugar.

You are only one week into this and there is a lot to learn which may be rather overwhelming but there is a wealth of information around especially in this forum - don't be afraid to ask a question: we've all been in your position at some time.

Hi I’ve just read your post, I was diagnosed T1 just before Christmas and like you it came as a real shock, I’m a very fit and healthy 52 year old, I enjoy lots of mountain biking as well as coastal walking.
But to be fair I am where I am and just need to get on with it, I have managed to get my blood sugar levels down to a manageable 6 to 9 most of the time, I’m currently injecting twice daily and have been off the Metformin for a few weeks, I do struggle understand the correlation between carb intake and insulin requirements but it’s something I’m learning about real quickly.
I’m currently reading a real good book called ‘Think like a pancreas’ and have also got a book called ‘Carb and calorie counter’ which helps understanding portion sizes, you can also get the App on your phone.
It’s difficult to understand how life will move forward with T1 but I do have a massive amount of support from my family as well as my health team and forums like this are an absolute godsend for information.
Good luck with your journey and be thankful you’ve been diagnosed with something that’s manageable and something that is a whole lot more advanced now than it was 20 years ago

Hawkey said:

Yes ,thanks nice to hear from another 50 something year old with the same problems .Theres a wealth of helpful information here and some some great folk

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Welcome to the forum mate!

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