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Borderline Diabetes Diagnosis

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Lol , mine is too!
 
Yeah I can't use that one as there both like bean poles LOL.
 
The key is to use a test kit and test, test test with a meal plan and a food diary. There is no real alternative if you are seriopus about stability, weight loss and looking to reverse or stabilise the condition. especially without drugs.
 
Bryan Osborne said:
The key is to use a test kit and test, test test with a meal plan and a food diary. There is no real alternative if you are seriopus about stability, weight loss and looking to reverse or stabilise the condition. especially without drugs.
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Yes I would like to reverse I had blood test 2 weeks ago and was 48 had no clue on earth there was anything wrong at all, however since embarking on this low carb diet I feel brilliant not tired not sluggish I love it feel like a new woman so obviously there was something not quite right. am making the "oopsie bread" today it is in the oven as we speak and cant wait to try it.🙄
Thing is I am not sure what "reverse" is - I am as I said 48 in the blood test - what am I aiming for?? does it mean I can never fall off the wagon so to speak - we go to france every year in the campervan for three weeks cycling and I am starting to wonder what am I gonna eat in the middle of the day will I be able to go for a meal? etc etc I have only know for 2 weeks and am learning and new at this stage. I have loads of "stupid" questions but my nurse is not the best, my doc says he doesn't need to see me again and I think it is thoroughly disgusting just to leave someone like this - thank god for the internet!
 
Technically, I have reversed my diabetes. My HbA1c at last test was 35, so my GP told me I'm no longer diabetic & if my figures stay within the non diabetic range (ie: under 42) I will be taken off the diabetes register. Of course, I am still diabetic. I know that by testing my BG when I eat something I shouldn't. If I regularly ate things I shouldn't, I would be back up into the diabetic zone.
 
Well im sure you are pleased with yourself well done no fantastic actually I am gonna try to do that so is my target in the 30s too? But can i ask do you eat carbs but in low amounts now safely. I not sure if i could really stop testing myself either its just a wee check isnt it to keep us right cos lets face it nhs dont care .
 
I have upped my carb intake slightly. I'm finding that since I've lost weight, my insulin resistance has improved. My BG is returning to normal levels much quicker than it used to. I have next diabetic review on Friday, so I'll know if my new more liberal eating regime is working.
 
O my you have done soooo well and its not easy but its worth it you are looking after yourself and it takes willpower as you said its a marathon not a sprint and its true. Well done hope i can do it too.
 
Yhank you everyone for all your help and suggestions for food i have had my second blood test yesterday and in 2 weeks it has went from 48 to 43 yahhhh. Still gonna keep goin till next blood test in 6 months could not have done that without this thread and the great advice on here. I am h.a.p.p.y. 😛
 
Can I ask anyone if where Sourbread stands in the scheme of things - would it be high in carbs? Also which rolls are the Lidl ones and they also do a low GI loaf/large roll type bun thing does anyone know if that is low or high in carbs?
 
Hi Jennibambi I am similar to you but diagnosed a month ago Hba1c of 49 also don't have much weight to lose am nine stone six pounds.. was diabetic in pregnancy so always knew this would happen one day but in a month I have lost three pounds with cutting sugar and cake and puddings and not going overboard on carbs. Am reading two good books recommended on here one by Gretchen Becker type two the first year and one by Dr David Cavan and the advice and info in there is very good. Saw my Diabetic Nurse today for the first time and she is sending me on a Diabetes Education course and for an eye test but no meds for now and have avoided statins as my good cholesterol is high ( due to lots of oily fish I think ). I am still eating carbs but trying not to have as much as before. Don't panic it is a shock (even though I knew it was coming as Diabtes in family too) but not the end of the world. Everyone on here has been very helpful.
 
Forgetful yes you wilI do it I hope to be in the 30's in 6 months 🙄 am 5 hours after my dinner of scrambled eggs and 2 rounds of Burgen bread toasted buttered and my BG is 6.4 anyone know what the ranges are cos I have to be honest I am finding them totally confusing phew!
 
Jennibambi said:
Can I ask anyone if where Sourbread stands in the scheme of things - would it be high in carbs? Also which rolls are the Lidl ones and they also do a low GI loaf/large roll type bun thing does anyone know if that is low or high in carbs?
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I know nothing of Sourbread, so can't answer that one. The Lidl rolls are called High Protein Rolls, they are triangular in shape & in the fresh bakery section. I have tried the low GI cob & it's very nice. It didn't affect me too much either.
 
Mark Parrott said:
I know nothing of Sourbread, so can't answer that one. The Lidl rolls are called High Protein Rolls, they are triangular in shape & in the fresh bakery section. I have tried the low GI cob & it's very nice. It didn't affect me too much either.
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Thank you Mark will try it then they dont do the rolls in n ireland
 
Hello Jennibambi thanks for the encouragement.. I noted down what blood sugars should be: non diabetic after meals (90 mins after) under 7.8 ( mine was 7.5 at the Diabetic clinic after two half and half slices of toast and marmite and two cups of tea with one sugar in anda boiled egg which DSN said was good) I havn't got my BS meter yet but will sort it soon.

When diabetic the range after meals is less than 8.5.

Before meals non diabetic is 4 to 5.9 and diabetic is 4 to 7.



Forgetful
 
Forgetful55 said:
Hello Jennibambi thanks for the encouragement.. I noted down what blood sugars should be: non diabetic after meals (90 mins after) under 7.8 ( mine was 7.5 at the Diabetic clinic after two half and half slices of toast and marmite and two cups of tea with one sugar in anda boiled egg which DSN said was good) I havn't got my BS meter yet but will sort it soon.

When diabetic the range after meals is less than 8.5.

Before meals non diabetic is 4 to 5.9 and diabetic is 4 to 7.



Forgetful
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thanks for the brill answer. it is a little scary at first but the forum is great isn't it. I love it on here you can ask anything and someone will know the answer. 🙂🙂🙂🙂
 
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