Hobo1978
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- Type of diabetes
- Treatment type
- Tablets (oral)
Tell me more about the cheerleaders....
I suppose I am talking about ppl who turn up on the forum, do amazingly well getting their bg down, their fasting bg down, losing weight... The works.
Then they typically hit a challenge, like xmas, or a holiday, and have a few days off. But the days stretch to weeks, and maybe months, and they stop testing, and the blood glucose creeps up - very similar to your situation, really.
And when they decide to get back on the wagon (diet, low carb, Newcastle Diet, whatever), they find that their bgs are a bit slower to respond, the second time around. And the weight is a bit slower to go... Their actions still work. The diets still work. But it is just a bit harder this time.
It isn't a diabetic phenomenon, really. I think it is a pretty universal diet phenomenon. And it is why people almost always do splendidly on their first ever diet and think they've 'cracked it' - only to find that they have actually taken the first step onto a lifetime of yo-yoing.
Please don't think I am saying this to depress you. I am NOT.
(And i am speaking as one who has learned this lesson the hard way).
I am saying this in the hope that you remember it next time you are tempted to fall off the wagon.
Think of it this way:
- dieting/controlling bg b diet is easy. Simple. A walk in the park. Just like strolling up a nice even path on a gentle hill.
- yet everytime you walk that path, it gets a wee bit steeper, and a wee bit more uneven underfoot.
By the time you've walked it half a dozen times, you need sherpas, cheerleaders and a hip replacement.
Tell me more about the cheerleaders....
Hi @andbreathAm I interpreting that you suggest a home insulin resistance test is available? I'd be interested to explore that. I don't think I have much, if any IR now, but I'd still like to know.
Hi @andbreath
I have done a quick search and come up with 3 sites offering Home Kits for Insulin Resistance. The prices range from £49 to £348. Seems to me rather a large price range! I'd be interested if anyone can verify these tests, whether they are accurate and what price they paid, etc.
@AndBreatheCould you post the links? It seems likely the cheaper options are going to be home tests and the more expensive a lab test, and possibly as part of a wider diabetes panel?
Excellent news!!! As walnut face said it can take days or up to a week from one cheat meal, not even a days worth!! I completely don't understand it but I've been reminded too many times that there is no break from D. I rarely cheat now. Too big of a price to pay. I also feel like walnut face in that going out and having to remove everything and still some slips in and we never know how much, it's just easier to make at home. I've been able to make loads of tasty dishes without carbs. I actually prefer things not being gobbed with sauces and gravies now. Though I still love them, they kill my bs and I usually don't feel well after. My taste buds have changed and simple and fresh is what appeals most to me now.9.0 this morning. Definitely heading in the right direction I think. Nice breakfast of a ommlette with 2 rashers of bacon. So much better than my usual yoghurt
You are still very new to this. We have all tested the waters I'm sure many times as I know I have. Eventually I realized diabetes never cuts me a break. It will always be there to remind me with every bite I put in my mouth. Eventually the consequences of trying to 'fix' it for days just usually isn't worth it. I rarely cheat or eat carbs. If I do it's just a tiny taste. Stinks but I got used to it. I do have occasional pity parties with myself but then I just move on and go about my usual business.having a meter and sticking to low carb - it isn't no carb if you are eating salad, then I have seen my average readings drop week by week - testing before eating and two hours after.
If I eat too many grapes then I can get a 12 - easily, but I then cut out all carbs for a couple of meals and tell myself that I can't do that any more. It is still early days, not yet two months from diagnosis, but the medication is not something I can live with, but I know I can do low carb, I just need to see what the three month test shows so I can find out if I can cope or not.
I'm not looking for favours - I don't take any prisoners either. Diabetes is not able to feel sorry for anybody because they are trying - every meal I prepare and eat is going to make the high level of blood glucose I had when first tested fall further into the past and be negated by all the lower ones since.You are still very new to this. We have all tested the waters I'm sure many times as I know I have. Eventually I realized diabetes never cuts me a break. It will always be there to remind me with every bite I put in my mouth. Eventually the consequences of trying to 'fix' it for days just usually isn't worth it. I rarely cheat or eat carbs. If I do it's just a tiny taste. Stinks but I got used to it. I do have occasional pity parties with myself but then I just move on and go about my usual business.
It's up to you but I would suggest that there's not the option to be naughty!So I was diagnosed a couple of years ago. Went on such a strict diet, got my fasting blood down to between 5-7 every morning and all was well. Moved last year after two years with parents and went absolutely off the rails. I ate and drank everything in sight and basically forgot about being type 2. Takeaways, the lot! Didn't test myself anymore, just took my 1 metformin a day and ate whatever. You name it, I ate it. Put on 2 stone. Testing my fasting blood 4 days ago and it was 12. I haven't had it down to lower than 8 during the day now for 3 days. I'm eating no carbs, so basically meat and salad, stir frys etc. My question is this: have I done irreparable damage to myself, or can I get this back under control? If I lose weight again, will the numbers come down? Has anyone been through a similar thing?! Thanks for your time!
Best regards
A naughty type 2
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