Recently diagnosed as a diabetic. Am trying to control it with diet and lose some weight so I won't have to go on insulin. Anyone out there successful in doing this on diet alone? If so, could you offer some tips. Thanks so much.
2007-03-05 01:58:48 · 16 answers · asked by dog lover 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Diabetes
I have lost 80lbs in the 7 months since being diagnosed as diabetic. I am using the GI Det which was actually created to maximise the stability of blood glucose levels for pre diabetics and diabetics. I walk every day for exercise. If you want more info contact me via my profile here.
2007-03-05 02:12:31 · answer #1 · answered by huggz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-18 22:32:11 · answer #2 · answered by Ellis 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-19 05:19:54 · answer #3 · answered by Carey 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Managing diabetes is a life long committment. Weight loss has a strong effect on the ability to control Type 2 diabetes - but exercise is important.
Just an FYI - be sure you are seeing an endocrinologist for the management of your diabetes. From my own experience, I attempted to manage my diabetes for 3+ years with diet, weight loss, etc and was unsuccessful. I went to an endocrinologist who immediately did a GAD Antibody titre and discovered I was a Type 1, not a type 2. (Technically I am a "Type 1.5" - a Type 1 but also a Type 2) A C Peptide test will also determine how much insulin you are producing. Very few internal medicine/family physicians will perform these lab studies, yet they are important so that you are treating your diabetes correctly.
And should you ever need to go on insulin, it is really no big deal - the new trends with insulin protocols are very easy to do and actually has allowed me more freedom with my diet than ever. AND the diabetes is under control.
Good luck and keep the faith - diabetes is a very manageable disease as long as you stay committed.
2007-03-05 08:39:47 · answer #4 · answered by paperconcepts 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I realize that conventional health care is necessary and appropriate. That having been said, there are also many things WE can do to overcome type II diabetes, and improve life as a Type I diabetic. I've been researching alternative medicine, and the amount of help that's available to diabetics is amazing.
Natural remedies are quite effective, and include:
Cinnamon
Bitter Melon
Gymnema Sylvestre
Nopal cactus
American Ginseng
Fenugreek
Chromium picolinate
Cinnamon regulates glucose, and has a polyphenol compound called MHCP that mimics insulin and activates cell receptor sites. A quarter teaspoon twice daily makes a difference. Fenugreek increases blood flow and inhibits the growth of infectious organisms. Everything on the list has a use in fighting diabetes. Learn how to use these herbs and don't fall victim to diabetes needlessly.You can find out about about them on line, or in a book I read cover to cover--
"One Son's Quest for the Cause and Cure of Diabetes", ISBN 7890766313
The author, a doctor, lost his mother to diabetes and spent the next 20 years finding a way to overcome it. My brother was dying of diabetes, and I was just starting to need insulin when we came across this definitive work which came out in February 2005. We both lead mostly normal lives now. It's a life saver, and the best money you'll ever spend on the subject if you decide to go that way.
You might want to check Abe Books, Alibri's, or Amazon.com for a good used copy cheap. I bought mine new, and I think it was about $35. I don't get any money from anybody for telling you this--just want to help, and the techniques in this book is what made the difference for me and mine. Best of luck.
Just recently found this 8-minute non-profit video http://www.rawfor30days.com/view.html , about diabetes diet. Click on the link, then click 'View Windows Media' to watch it.You'll be glad you saw it.
2007-03-07 04:57:39 · answer #5 · answered by Dorothy and Toto 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good for you for being responsible enough to ask. There are several diets you can try that will improve your condition. My dad has diabetes and my mother was always on his case about his diet. She was like don't let him eat too many carbs. Because starches are sugars too. You can try the macrobitotic diet which is really very strict but I believe that it really balances the body. The diet calls for a lot of balancing meals (poultry and veggies) elimination of sugar, so no alcohol. It can be a bit strict and in fact I cheat a little. So instead of eating mash pot. try brown rice. Be creative. (brown rice, asparagus, chicken) (pork chops, string beans and a small serving of garlic mash potatoes. Salads and nuts are also foods that my dad incorporated. Be careful with frui, because often times it contains too much natural sugar and it will make you feel crappy. Try seafoods, brown rice, and veggie. Even steak. Hope this helps. Also if you want to get even more detail oriented there are cookbooks for diabetes. really good meals.
Good luck.
2007-03-05 09:28:33 · answer #6 · answered by workaholic 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2017-02-24 01:16:59 · answer #7 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Reduce your carbs. Carbs turn to sugar. Don't any white breads or any corn products. Try flax seed.
2007-03-05 12:57:22 · answer #8 · answered by Forrest R 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use 3 bite rule have three small bites and put fork down each time
2016-07-04 02:16:14 · answer #9 · answered by Chanel 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While you re going to vacation take some fitness accessories along with you
2016-05-14 18:07:41 · answer #10 · answered by Nicholas 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋