Insulin Resistance?

Question

I have just been diagnosed with IR- I was put on the medication Glucophage. My dr is trying to keep me from becoming a diabetic. I know I have to excersise more and change my diet. I need info on a good low carb diet to follow. Any suggestion swould be greatly appriciated.

I am also hoping this is the reason we have been having trouble concieving.

Answer 1

I would follow a diet that is approved through the American Diabetic Association, they know what they're talking about.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Insulin resistance is a pretty common phenomenon these days.

For myself, I have Polycystic Ovarian Disease, and one the conditions associated with it is insulin resistance. The medication of choice is indeed Glucophage, so your doctor is on the right track.

The American Diabetes Association has a food guide which you can use to help you on your way.(I am Canadian, and I use the CDA guide). They breakdown the amount of carbohydrates in various different foods, so it becomes very easy to follow.

Good Luck to you and I wish you the best.

Answer 4

Could be that you have polycystic ovary syndrome - PCOS. PCOS women have increased risk for IR and diabetes and difficulty conceiving. The Glucophage is used to treat both IR, DM and PCOS. Are you seeing just your PCP or an endocrinologist or endocrinology-fertility specialist? You need either an endocrinologist or e-f specialist at this point. If you have never been tested for PCOS, you should be! Good luck.

PS: see a certified diabetes educator and/or dietician for best advice! try this link: http://www.pcosupport.org/

Answer 5

I would recommend South Beach diet as well. While it starts out similar to Atkins, after the first two weeks it emphasises whole grains, fruits and vegetables, and not as much red meat.

Also, make sure you take your glucophage at the same time every day, and on a full stomach. Changing the timing could make you jittery if your sugar drops too much.

Answer 6

HAHAHHAHAHAH. Oh my love, You WILL conceive on Glucophage. Absolutely. Glucophage is being used by fertility specialtists with alot of success and without multiple births. But remember, you will be put on insulin while pregnant if you are diabetic. Inject close to the belly button, hurts less. HAHAHAHA. Talk to you in nine months. I'll just say congratulations now. HAHAHAHAHA :) :) :) :) :)

Answer 7

First of all, the best treatment for insulin resistance is exercise. And exercise doesn't have to be drudgery! (I like to work in the yard) Weight training will boost your metabolism quickly and good-ole-walking will help you lose weight. If you are able to lose 10-15 lbs. you will greatly reduce your risk for type II diabetes. As for the diet, just avoid sweets and foods that are white. (sounds weird, but think about all we eat that is white and fattening!) The best rule of thumb is.... Make BIG changes in your activity level, and make SMALL changes in your meal plan.

If you follow this adage, you are less likely to binge and give up early. There are great support groups out there like Overeaters Anonymous, Weight Watchers, and TOPS.
Good Luck!!! It's up to you to make your body the best it can be for your unborn child.

Answer 8

Look into the South Beach Plan. It teaches you the proper carbs - i.e. whole grains, fruit, and veggies vs. refined stuff. (white bread, etc.) It's not crazy like Atkins, I think it's more sensible - once you get past the first two weeks. If you read the first book (the green-covered one) he emphasizes the need to read labels on anything packaged and to try to eat the fresh stuff as often as possible. At least, that's what I got out of it.

Good luck!!

Answer 9

The best plan is to go to the dietetic department of the nearest hospital and pay a dietitian to prepare a diet for you. She can give you the proper calories for your weight and activity and balance it to suit your likes and dislikes.

Answer 10

I didn't know that WE were trying to conceive...funny, you would think that I would remember something like that.

As far as the diet- Google it. There are HUNDREDS on line and one will work for you.