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my family has a history of diabetics and found out today i have it and now the shots begin my mom had it and she always said if you don't look it doesn't hurt i don't mind needles but never thought about giving myself one but i guess it won't be to hard the thing that gets me is i can't have my coke cola but i guess i will start drinking coke zero any tips on how to maintain this problem
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A big thing my husband who is diabetic learned about was "good carbs" vs "bad carbs". It's much better to eat whole grains than white breads, cakes, cookies, pies, etc. Another tip is my doctor told me (I'm pre-diabetic) is to combine protein with carbs. Depending on what type you have, it may be reversible. For instance my husband is able to use less insulin when he is most active and weight loss helps a great deal to. It is good to keep something with sugar on you at all times in case of low blood sugars. Those can happen without warning and happen suddenly. Remember we are here for you!
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Consult a dietician immediately to create your new diet. Do not forget the food industry, in general, is "not diabetic friendly"...so there are many foods you should completely avoid. Diabetic Connect and the American Diabetes Association can provide you with helpful information.
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I am a diabetic and was on oral meds for several years then had a reaction and have controlled mine with diet and exercise for several years so far it's working just watch the carbs and keep the doctor appointments
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I have a history of diabetes on my fathers side..all 14 kids and my grandmother had diabetes..my fathers numbers always ran into the 600-700..coma range..he ate and drank whatever he wanted..he said he had to die from something..well he had to have both legs taken off and just before he passed from dementa they were talking about taking his fingers..my baby sister has diabetes.she is 48 and says the same thing..my numbers were in prediabetic stage but no more,they run between 88-96..i cut out bread,potatoes,corn and drank diet drinks..a lot of water..i still check my numbers..its a scary disease..i would advise to get a nutritionist to help you..read up on the computer..lots of info out there..please take care of yourself..also keep something with you for sugar drops..mine still does that. I am hypoglycemic..i keep some glucose tablets in my purse...good luck..you can do this..
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I have type 2 and take 2 kinds of pills, no shots. I try to watch my diet
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My dad has diabetes. He stays active and watches his diet. His blood sugar seems to stay in range.
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I have Type 2, take oral pills and watch my diet.
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My husband has type 2. We have learned that diet and exercise is the most important aspect of controlling his levels. Carbs turn into sugar so it's important to keep carbs to a minimum. I agree with the person who said to always have some type of sugar with you in case of low levels. It can be a life saver.
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A big thing my husband who is diabetic learned about was "good carbs" vs "bad carbs". It's much better to eat whole grains than white breads, cakes, cookies, pies, etc. Another tip is my doctor told me (I'm pre-diabetic) is to combine protein with carbs. Depending on what type you have, it may be reversible. For instance my husband is able to use less insulin when he is most active and weight loss helps a great deal to. It is good to keep something with sugar on you at all times in case of low blood sugars. Those can happen without warning and happen suddenly. Remember we are here for you!
In addition to "good carbs" vs "bad carbs", also think about "good calories" vs "bad calories".... "Good calories" are foods / drinks that have more than just calories, like vitamins and minerals. So even though fruit juices tend to be high in calories, they offer so many other good nutrients that it is better than say a cookie that has the same number of calories. Also start thinking about good replacement foods.... Some are pretty obvious (like you mentioned, Coke Zero instead of Coke Classic), but others you may not think about. For example, now when I make spaghetti, I use whole grain pasta, ground turkey, home-canned tomatoes, fresh veggies, and a good Italian herb blend; this will add more fiber, lower fat, and lower salt yet still tastes just like (if not better than) regular pasta with some canned sauce.
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my mom had it and my brother has it very bad and does not take care jof himself. I'm trying to take care jof myself so I don't get it. All I can do is pray that i am doing the right things
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My father and grandmother is diabetic. If I continue my previous lifestyle, I would've gotten diabetes. As of last two years I became more active and consumed less sugar and high fructose corn syrup
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my family has a history of diabetics and found out today i have it and now the shots begin my mom had it and she always said if you don't look it doesn't hurt i don't mind needles but never thought about giving myself one but i guess it won't be to hard the thing that gets me is i can't have my coke cola but i guess i will start drinking coke zero any tips on how to maintain this problem
Yeah that is not true. I have got shots from a doctor and never look and it still hurts like crap. Seems odd you find out you are diabetic and the same day they start you on shots. Usually it has to progress pretty far before you start insulin shots. Drinking the diet drinks is not that bad. You just have to get use to it.
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my family has a history of diabetics and found out today i have it and now the shots begin my mom had it and she always said if you don't look it doesn't hurt i don't mind needles but never thought about giving myself one but i guess it won't be to hard the thing that gets me is i can't have my coke cola but i guess i will start drinking coke zero any tips on how to maintain this problem
Yeah that is not true. I have got shots from a doctor and never look and it still hurts like crap. Seems odd you find out you are diabetic and the same day they start you on shots. Usually it has to progress pretty far before you start insulin shots. Drinking the diet drinks is not that bad. You just have to get use to it.
Although there are other medications aside from insulin that require shots (eg Victoza), it does seem strange that they'd start with something like that right away. Then again the doctor may have had a reason for prescribing an injectable medication right away. Also aggie49 just said that "now the shots begin".... Although this could be taken as literally that she was prescribed an injectable right away, it could've just been a figurative expression since the majority of diabetic patients will end up taking insulin at some point in their lives, so the shots are just a given.
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diagnosed in 2007 after hospitalized with thrush or infection. had to sgtay in hospital as blood sugar was over 400. kept getting dental infectio ns and had to lose some teeth. Also now have diabetic nerve kin feet and in pain every day. But biggest thign I learned is the connection between vitamins and diabetes. found an article on net about how nutrients leave your body and need to replensih. I was always feeling lethargic and tired even in daytime. Now take vitamins daily to keep nutrients in system. Also lost saliva which led to cavities too so the vitamins restored it.
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I hope that is good advice for the people here regarding importance of vitamins. Also, daily excersise is key to keeping sugar down. My mothers side has diabetics.
https://www.joslin.org/info/Vitamin-Supplements-for-People-with-Diabetes.html
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I hope that is good advice for the people here regarding importance of vitamins. Also, daily excersise is key to keeping sugar down. My mothers side has diabetics.
https://www.joslin.org/info/Vitamin-Supplements-for-People-with-Diabetes.html
Although I do completely agree with that article about how a healthy, balanced diet is better than trying to get your nutrients from vitamins, I do take a few supplements, some of which were recommended by my dr. and dietician. I take Vit. D because living in the "Northern Tundra" we don't get a whole lot of sunlight, esp. during the winter. I also am encouraged to take omega oils (eg fish oil caplets) to aid in heart health (this is esp. important in diabetics which contributes to heart disease). Finally I'm taking cinnamon (and recently, cinnamon with added chromium) in which there has been some studies suggesting how they may act to lower blood-glucose levels.
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cool. i take two tablets vitamin c and 2 cod liver oil. i noticed the differences in a week. i got less tired and now stay up almost 24 hrs and the cod liver has vit d, a and e and other stuff. So good for bones and nutrient replensihment.
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My husband has type 2 diabetes and takes the pill. His Mother had type 2 and had to take two shots a day. :monkey:
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I also have diabetes, but I take oral medication. I have never had to take shots. I lost so much weight one time that they took me off my medication for a couple of years, but back on it now because I gained weight again. I guess that is one key to maintaining blood sugar levels is to lose weight.
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My mom has type 2, she used to take a daily shot on her belly called byeta(I think that's how it's spelled). Last week she started a new one that she only has to take once a week. (I can't remember the name)
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Watch your diet especially the carbs, always keep your appointments and get your A1C checked. It's a lifestyle change but you can do it.
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I reach for nutritional supplements and even though I haven't been diagnosed with type II diabetes I've learned a few things about managing my blood sugar.
First of all, I've occasionally had symptoms of hypoglycemia; which is low blood sugar. That's where a person can start having issues with metabolic syndrome where they ride the simple carbohydrate roller coaster.
Protein is a way to stabilize blood sugar. The mineral called chromium is also helpful for people with blood sugar problems. There's an antioxidant called Alpha Lipoic Acid that helps people manage their blood sugar and vitamin B5 is important for adrenals. People who occasionally deal with hypoglycemia have under active adrenals so when they take B5 they're feeding and possible strengthening their adrenals. The bottom line is that it's important to get your nutrients.
I hope this information is helpful. Peace. :heart:
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I had gestational diabetes while I was pregnant with my first son, which disappeared after he was born. But the insulin injections I had to learn to give myself, were the same. I wasn't sure I'd be able to give myself injections without hurting myself but after the first few, I got used to it. You learn to use techniques which make it less painful and you get to chose where to inject yourself, and when. For instance, I learnt that if I pinched my skin, I couldn't even feel the needle going in. It was up to me to control keeping the needle steady, so I wasn't reliant on someone else being distracted and then moving! I became quite the expert at administering insulin to myself. In fact, I was almost disappointed when my son was born and my nurse badge was stripped from me! :)
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Just one other thing. I wised up on the kinds of foods I should have been eating. For instance, white rice and white bread (unrefined) would make you sugar go way high, and is better substituted with brown rice and whole grain bread which takes longer to disgest. I remember the nutritionist recommending peanut butter and lean meats. It's interesting to note that I kept up with these better eating habits and when I got pregnant with my second son, I didn't even need to have insulin injections. They gave me a statistic at the time which was for those that suffer from gestational diabetes, there is an 80% chance you will get full type 2 diabetes within 10 years. I still don't have diabetes, and my son is nearly 13.
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Soda is not good for you at all. I know you can't have your regular Coke now but diet is even worse. If it's caffeine you want try switching to green or black tea with maybe a little honey. Slowly decrease your sugar and you won't miss it. I have a history in my family as well and my bloodwork shows that I am borderline but no meds or shots yet and I'd like to keep it that way. I also started eating Whole 30. It sounded like it would be so difficult but it honestly wasn't.
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I am not a diabetic, but have a bad feeling it's coming my way. My mother's side of the family has a history of it, and I just found out my dad was recently put on medicine for high blood sugar. My fiance is diabetic, and he too dislikes the pricking of the fingertips required to test his sugar. I know they make a new testing device that allows you to draw blood from your forearm, which is less painful than the fingertips. I am hopeful that as the future progresses, there will be more advances in the technology used for the control of diabetes.