He has to follow a low carb diet and although she said max 40g per day she said it would be impossible…….
In addition to the above, 52 is only just over the diabetic threshold, he might fond he doesn't need to go as low as 40 grams to get back to non diabetic numbersHis test measured 52. He has had 2 blood tests.
The practice nurse gave him some very poorly photocopied info sheets and a half hour consult and said she would review in 6 months. He has to follow a low carb diet and although she said max 40g per day
Thanks so much for all the great info and reassurances…. I just went shopping and took 2 hours studying everything…. Usually 30 mins for weekly shop and felt a overwhelmed. It’s so good to know there are real people with real experiences that can support it’s so appreciated.
He'll be okay, especially since he doesn't have to face this alone. I can't stress enough how helpful it is to have a spouse on board with the whole low carb thing. It's also very nice if you hear beforehand that something's impossible anyway, so why try? (And yes, that's me being angry and sarcastic... How dare they possibly dash someone's hopes like that?!) Well... I was told the same thing when I was doing 70 grams of carbs a day, well over 5 years ago... Guess what? I'm at practically zero to 5 grams of carbs a day now. Didn't have to go that far for the diabetes, but other conditions fare well on it, so... There it is. It can be done. And your husband probably doesn't have to go anywhere near as far as a lot of us here... He's only just over the diabetic diagnostic threshold, and just a few changes should go a long way into getting his numbers back into the normal range. If there's a lot of conflicting information (and lord knows, there is!), trust in the meter: it'll never try to sell you on any dogma or expensive diet, just... Gives you the facts, and whether something works or not. Base meals on REAL food, if it's overly-processed it's probably filled with carby fillers and such... Meat, fish, poultry, eggs, full fat dairy, leafy greens/above ground veggies (pulses are a bit iffy, some can have them, some spike, so worth testing!)... Things like hard cheeses, olives, extra dark chocolate, pecans etc are all perfectly fine. Full fat greek yoghurt with berries (just about the only fruit the bulk of us can have without spiking too much) or eggs with bacon for breakfast would be good, for instance...Thanks so much for all the great info and reassurances…. I just went shopping and took 2 hours studying everything…. Usually 30 mins for weekly shop and felt a overwhelmed. It’s so good to know there are real people with real experiences that can support it’s so appreciated.
Thanks so much for all the great info and reassurances…. I just went shopping and took 2 hours studying everything…. Usually 30 mins for weekly shop and felt a overwhelmed.
Hi all,
My partner is 54 years old and was diagnosed with T2 yesterday. His test measured 52. He has had 2 blood tests.
I'm so happy for you two, I could cry. It's so much better when it's a joint effort. Well done on an amazing start, both of you!So just a quick update.
9 days ago in a panic and being overwhelmed, I joined this forum and reached out for advice, support, information.
I have to say you have all been amazing!!! Thank you so much for your advice.
The last 9 days have been an emotional, complex, interesting, stressful and surprising journey.
Joining Ross on his lifestyle change has really changed us in such a short period of time. OK, energy levels haven't started increasing yet but you know what? We are starting to feel better. I opted for between 50-60g of carbs per day for us and after a complete wobble on Monday (day 2) We have adjusted really well.
Whilst Ross has lost 6kg in 6 days and I have lost 4kg in 6 days, this is is massive step forward and Ross has lost 5% of his body weight. Weigh in tomorrow for us to see how we are progressing.
I have to say I think understanding and focusing on what we CAN have instead of what we CAN'T is a big help. I made 0g meringues and we had an eton mess last night.... who would have thought it! But this is a big bonus as we used to have an icecream, cake or something each evening. Sugarfree jelly or Eton Mess is great each evening.
Life doesn't stop, adjustments and positives are the baby steps. I think seeing the weight loss is a huge incentive as we certainly need to lose a significant amount anyway.
If it hadn't been for everyone providing support, advice, information and just being here I honestly don't know how we would have done this. You are all amazing people with the biggest hearts.
THANK YOU
When you buy a meter I suggest you consider the price of the test strips that go with it rather than the price of the meter itself. You will be using a lot of strips.Thanks so much for all the great info and reassurances…. I just went shopping and took 2 hours studying everything…. Usually 30 mins for weekly shop and felt a overwhelmed. It’s so good to know there are real people with real experiences that can support it’s so appreciated.
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