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Hi all just found out today I have type2 bit daunted by it
 
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Hi all just found out today I have type2 bit daunted by it
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Hi Rhino, welcome to the forum 🙂 I'm sorry to hear about your diagnosis, how did it come about?

Try not to become too overwhelmed. There is a lot of information around on the internet, and not all of it is helpful, so I am glad you have come here for help and advice - we will only suggest trusted sources of information, and have a wealth of knowledge and experience amongst our members, so anything you need to know or are unsure of, please ask 🙂

Can I suggest you start by having a read of Jennifer's Advice and Maggie Davey's letter? These should help to put you in the picture of what to expect and how to approach things. There's also a very helpful book, Type 2 Diabetes: The First Year by Gretchen Becker, that is highly recommended by many of our members, for its positive and practical guidance, so see if you can get a copy 🙂 There's a lot to learn, but you've already made a good start! 🙂
 
Thank you I will check these out.
It came about after a blood test for general health, bit of a shock. I've already been given metformin tablets.
 
Welcome from a fellow T2 who's exacly two years in.
 
Hi Rhino Welcome . I had no symptoms when I was diagnosed 20+ years ago , it does come as a shock doesn't it. Now , you're probably wondering what on earth you can eat, well, we do eat well (just not that eat well plate :D don't worry we'll explain that on later 🙂)
Feel free to ask questions we'll do our best to help.
 
Hello there,
When i first found out back in October i was angry as i was worried but now know what to do about it.
 
Hi all, what to eat is worrying me now, I've cut most sugars today and feel c**p
 
I think any upheaval in your diet is bound to make you feel odd at first, while your body adjusts, but if you stick with it, you'll get used to it and start feeling the benefits.
 
Hello Rhino, welcome to the forum. Are you in denial? It's one of the first reactions apparently. Certainly so in my case! 🙂
 
Hi Rhino . You say you've cut most sugars and feel c**p.

What do you like to eat? If you give us an idea of the things you like I'm sure we can help.

If you eat meat, it is fine, so are high meat content sausages and high meat content burgers the lower the carb content on the packs the better, eggs, cheese, vegetables that grow above ground, peanut butter and some types of nuts are fine, just to give you a few ideas. If you have a look on the food carb queries / recipe section you'll find members have posted some good recipes

Have you managed to have a read of the links Northener gave above

Whatever you choose to do with your diet, it must be sustainable long term , that's why I asked what you like to eat.
If I'm hungry lunchtimes Two of my fav things are a few crunchy sticks of celery with caramelised onions hummus now I can hear loads of my mates on here going yuk and spit :D or a few ryvita's with cheese.
 
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Dry roasted peanuts are a good snack. Weigh out 10g so you can see how much of a handful they are. Surprisingly satisfying!
 
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If I'm hungry lunchtimes Two of my fav things are a few crunchy sticks of celery with caramelised onions hummus now I can hear loads of my mates on here going yuk and spit :D or a few ryvita's with cheese.
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You'll get no argument from me, Lin, I love that sort of thing for lunch, especially the celery and hummus 🙂
 
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I used to eat a lot been bodybuilding for 17 years on and off. Used to having 4 meals a day with protein shake after training, and I have a sweet tooth, so my diet is gonna have to change a lot. I'm not in denial about this but at the same time daunted by the now life long commitment. Sometimes blaming myself for my new condition.
 
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I used to eat a lot been bodybuilding for 17 years on and off. Used to having 4 meals a day with protein shake after training, and I have a sweet tooth, so my diet is gonna have to change a lot. I'm not in denial about this but at the same time daunted by the now life long commitment. Sometimes blaming myself for my new condition.
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It does get easier honest. The more you learn the better your control will become and your BGs will lower . Just remember Rome wasn't built in a day , you can still have four meals a day if you wish , just Less things like potatoes, rice ,pasta , this doesn't mean you can't have them ever again, when I have chips, I normally only have about six, I still have roast potatoes but a max of 1 1/2 small ones and fill up on veg or more meat , if you have a curry , the most important bit and the tastiest, is the curry isn't it, so just have a couple of spoons of rice.
We don't go hungry either, we fill up on other things.
Yes it does seem daunting in the beginning .
We'll do what we can to support you.
 
So if I cut my carb intake right down that should be ok
 
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So if I cut my carb intake right down that should be ok
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I like to think of carbs and sugar like poison and it has stopped me being too tempted.

So knock yourself out on chicken, fish, cheese, veg (except potatoes & parsnips), nuts but say no to rice, pasta, bread (unless Lidl protein rolls) and porridge. Then once you feel you have your levels down to a level that is acceptable introduce small potions of these items and test 2 hours after. You are looking to stay under 8 and to not be 2 higher than before meal. So if 5 before food then 7 afterwards. This will tell you what you can tolerate carb wise.

A cooked breakfast is great, without hash browns and toast! Watch cheap sausages as can be high in carbs - I find 2 okay. Not too many baked beans either.
 
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