My numbers are just above normal so I’m hoping to reverse it asap. I’ve joined because I have lots of questions
Welcome to the forum
@Onebrokelady
Fire away with your questions! We have literally centuries of lived diabetes experience on the forum, and lots of different people who are finding their way through the maze of options to find a way of managing their diabetes (or diabetes risk) in a sustainable and effective way.
The two main strategies used are:
To focus on weight loss, particularly weight around the abdomen which can indicate visceral fat built up around organs like the liver and pancreas, stopping them working properly. Many members using this approach find that glucose levels improve naturally as their weight reduces - particularly if using a short term intervention such as the Newcastle Diet / NHS Path To Remission.
The other approach is to focus on blood glucose management with a lower carbohydrate way of eating (typically less than 130g of carbohydrates a day). Reducing portions of all carbohydrates, not just the obvious sweet and sugary things, but bread, pasta, potatoes, grains, rice, and many fruits. Many members using this approach find that weight reduces naturally as their glucose levels improve.
Increasing exercise and other things like reducing alcohol intake are popular add-ons with health benefits too.
Good luck finding a method that works for you
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