Is it possible to live with diabetes without medication regiment?

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I' pre-dibetec, but i do become dibetec is it possiable to live with it without medication?

Someone who becomes diabeteic functions without the medication before their put on it, so if i were to never take it, would i be fine?

Answer 1

Since you are pre diabetic, it's probably safe to assume you are heading toward "type two" diabetes. Yes, it is absolutely possible to control type two without medication... at least in the beginning. I've done it. You must adhere to a strict low carb, low sugar diet, keep the fats to a minimum (eat lots of vegetables), exercise a lot (notice I didn't say hard... just a lot), and keep your weight down. I can still go a day or two without medication as long as I exercise. Now, if only my job involved physical exercise, I could probably go longer without my Metformin.

Contrary to what some of these ill informed people are thinking, we type twos still make our own insulin... to varying degrees. It just doesn't work as well due to a phenomena called "insulin resistance". There's strong evidence that it is caused by fat. This might explain why those who are most successful at keeping their (type two) diabetes under control, usually keep their weight under control through diet and exercise.

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Answer 5

It all depends on the type and severity of the diabetes. In this case, you would be considered a Type 2 diabetic, which means that your body produces insulin, but does not use it correctly. It is possible to be managed without medication, but even with the best regimen, it may not be possible or may not last forever. This disease is progressive in a lot of people. There are 3 big factors to staying off the meds:
1. Weight! If you are over weight, shedding extra pounds helps your body be more able to use the insulin you have.
2. Regular exercise. Regardless of your weight, regular exercise helps your body use the insulin as well.
3. A proper low-carb diet. Don't go bare bones here, it's more about the right carbs rather than no carbs. South Beach is more proper for this than Atkins and much easier to follow long term, which is necessary if you want to stay off the meds as long as possible.

If you ever lose pancreatic function, which can happen long term with Type 2 diabetes, than you wouldn't be able to avoid medications. Your pancreas is what makes insulin, which is what "unlocks" the energy in foods for your body to use. Losing pancreatic function is Type 1 diabetes, and this MUST be dealt with using medication.

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Absolutely, and it is possible to "reverse" it as well if you are overweight and can drop that weight. I say "reverse" it in parenthesis as should you put the weight back on, the problem will reappear.

Diet and exercise can control diabetes if it is caught early; however you *must* consult with your doctor. This is not something you want to try on your own. Some type II diabetics (those whose body does produce insulin) may need oral medications to reduce insulin resistance (and excess fat can make you insulin resistant which is why I mentioned that it is possible to "reverse" diabetes in some cases).

You might check out the American Diabetes Association (I'm including the URL) and read through their information (and there is a *ton* of information on their site).

You might also check out a Yahoo Diabetes group and receive support and encouragement from other diabetics. I'm also including a URL for one such group.

Good luck and I hope this helps ;)


Best regards,
Jim

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I' pre-dibetec, but i do become dibetec is it possiable to live with it without medication?

Someone who becomes diabeteic functions without the medication before their put on it, so if i were to never take it, would i be fine?

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The short answer is yes, for some people it is possible to control their diabetes without medication. You should consult your doctor regarding this, and be prepared to make strict lifestyle changes in the areas of diet and exercise. For many people, the required dietary modifications are a deal-breaker.
Unfortunately, you have also stated a common misconception about diabetes: that diabetics are fine prior to being diagnosed. The truth is that subtle changes in the smallest of the blood vessels could already be occurring. These affect, among other things, the eyes, kidneys, and peripheral nerves. If severe, they can lead to blindness (diabetes is one of the leading causes of blindness in industrialized nations), kidney failure, or foot infections that are difficult to cure and may require amputation.
If you are pre-diabetic, you can make lifestyle changes now to benefit you in the long run and possibly fend off diabetes. Ask your doctor or consult a nutritionist for advice regarding your diet. Good luck!