Training on diabetes

[Obiwankinobi]

Hi all my diabetic brother and sisters I'm just wanting to share my experience. I started with a personal trainer who is very experienced with diabetics the change in my life is amazing, I feel amazing. I have lost 2 stone in 3 months, reduced my triceba insulin by 4 units and I'm taking much less feasp insulin when I'm eating. My routine is basically 4 hours in the gym a week and a new diet. I can't stress enough how good my diabetes is, I'm above 70% in the green on my libra sensor and just feeling amazing. I'm 42 and had diabetes for 32 years, my daughter is 18 months so I had to get this done for myself and my little angel Eden. I hope this message will let any diabetic that getting into shape is not difficult as I have found this process very easy. Please feel free to ask any questions. Moan the diabetics lol.

 

[Carmenmaria]

Thank you for sharing

 

[MrsA2]

What is the new diet please?

 

[Lamont D]

What if you can't exercise, like you can?
What if your diet isn't suitable for others?

Well done on the weight loss and your readings.

 

[zand]

Well done!

 

[Westley]

Is the HVAC layout part of the training program?
(I think you attached an extra image by mistake )

Seriously though, good work on getting in shape and glad it's working.

 

[Obiwankinobi]

Thank you for sharing

Not a problem

 

[Obiwankinobi]

Is the HVAC layout part of the training program?
(I think you attached an extra image by mistake )

Seriously though, good work on getting in shape and glad it's working.

yes couldn't delete it, fitting a smoke alarm system off shore and thanks

 

[Obiwankinobi]

What is the new diet please?

I'm on a high protein low fat diet that puts me in a calorie deficit. For example wheetabix, eggs for breaky, whole grain pasta, tuna, sweetcorn for lunch and dinner chicken, potatoes, veg. For snacks I have banana with a protein shake and at night low fat yogurt with berries and some dark chocolate.

 

[Obiwankinobi]

What if you can't exercise, like you can?
What if your diet isn't suitable for others?

Well done on the weight loss and your readings.

This is a plan that's tailored for the individual. Which will take into consideration activity levels and dietary needs. Working out is a key element to it but the diet will make you loose weight just at slower rate

 

[Lamont D]

I'm on a high protein low fat diet that puts me in a calorie deficit. For example wheetabix, eggs for breaky, whole grain pasta, tuna, sweetcorn for lunch and dinner chicken, potatoes, veg. For snacks I have banana with a protein shake and at night low fat yogurt with berries and some dark chocolate.

I'm carb intolerant!
And too old to do workouts.
Walking is my limit.
How do you think I should proceed?
I'm not Type one!

 

[Obiwankinobi]

Now I think you should go and see a nutritionist first to get the correct information, I have listed some suggestions below that I found online but I'm not up to speed on your condition. As for exercising you are never too old to do exercise but if walking is your limit it is still exercising. Definitely find a nutritionist as they should be able to help you with your diet to get the most out of the food you can eat and possible give you more energy.

Eat a balanced diet that includes high-fiber foods, such as whole grains, fruits and vegetables.
Avoid sugary foods and processed simple carbohydrates, such as white bread or white pasta, especially on an empty stomach.
When drinking alcohol, eat food with it.
Eat several small meals and snacks about three hours apart throughout the day.
Exercise on a regular basis

 

[Lamont D]

Now I think you should go and see a nutritionist first to get the correct information, I have listed some suggestions below that I found online but I'm not up to speed on your condition. As for exercising you are never too old to do exercise but if walking is your limit it is still exercising. Definitely find a nutritionist as they should be able to help you with your diet to get the most out of the food you can eat and possible give you more energy.

Eat a balanced diet that includes high-fiber foods, such as whole grains, fruits and vegetables.
Avoid sugary foods and processed simple carbohydrates, such as white bread or white pasta, especially on an empty stomach.
When drinking alcohol, eat food with it.
Eat several small meals and snacks about three hours apart throughout the day.
Exercise on a regular basis

Don't get me wrong, I do thank you for the suggestions.
At the turn of the century, I was told I was prediabetic and had a couple of nutritionists and my doctors and nurses, to eat exactly what you have recommended.
In 2007, an endocrinologist diagnosed a fatty liver, and told me to stop drinking, I had already five years before! He dismissed me as he didn't believe me. He sent me back to my surgery!
My weight had ballooned from twelve stone to sixteen in between.
In 2009, I had symptoms similar to hyperglycaemia and T2. Mainly because of insulin resistance.
I was diagnosed as T2, another nutritionist, more tests, etc.
Same dietary advice. 17 stone.

Went to surgery in 2012, prescription issues.
Had a hypo in front of GP. Referred to another specialist.
My weight was 18 stone.
Series of tests and found to be non diabetic, but having hypoglycaemia.
Must add, I was on my feet all day in work doing a manual job.

My specialist endocrinologist saved my life. First thing was another dietician, more recommendations but cut out the high GI carbs. So I did but kept having hypos but I was losing weight, due to fasting and eating very low carb diet.
It wasn't until I found someone, who had a similar hypoglycaemia condition and advised me to go keto and avoid all carbs!
So I did!
What a difference, my health turned around, lost 6 stone, my general health improved so much, my specialist was impressed. He even agreed reluctantly that my body didn't need carbs of any description.
That is why I say I'm carb intolerant.
You are right, that I need a diet tailored to me. And no one else.
But don't we all?
If you have an imbalance or intolerance, I have had lactose intolerance since very young, I was told to avoid dairy. So it's logical that any intolerance to carbs, find out what they are, avoid and tailor your diet accordingly.

Dieticians follow their training but the training doesn't consider lifestyle, affordability, environment, availability and taste. We are all different, and one size doesn't fit all.

I will even say, that many, many patients have been misdiagnosed and given treatment, drugs and suffered because of these recommendations from the health industry. Most GP's are not trained in the likes of my condition, unaware of the damage they do.

Please do be careful of what you would consider good advice.

Best wishes.

 

[Obiwankinobi]

Yes I agree on the advice given out by doctors. At the moment they seem to be so keep to tick the prediabetic box when more testing is probably needed. A wise man told me to invest in insulin a think I'll take him up on it. I'll go through your last message again to get all the details and if I can think of any advice I'll be in touch my friend.

 

[Lamont D]

I wouldn't even try and advise you on Type 1.
Only someone who has been coping with the condition, is knowledgeable enough to advise you.
I'm not!

 

[Pipp]

I would think it very wise to avoid trying to offeri advice to someone who has a different health condition to one I have. Particularly so if I have little knowledge or personal experience of Their health condition. Could do a lot more harm than good. In some circumstances in our forum it could be regarded as breaking forum rules.* B8 is especially relevant.

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