Deli ham

[Jackie22]

I have been diagnosed type2 ,wondering if i can eat ham from deli counter ,i no i need to stear clear of packed processed meats ,but wondered if i can have ham from deli if it is just plain ham,not honeyed glazed etc , not even sure if i have posted on the right forum ,new to site

 

[Ralph-YK]

It's carbohydrates we have to particularly manager. As diabetes meat and fats aren't a particular issue. So I see no reason to avoid any ham. Other than beef being nicer.

 

[Dave W]

I have been diagnosed type2 ,wondering if i can eat ham from deli counter ,i no i need to stear clear of packed processed meats ,but wondered if i can have ham from deli if it is just plain ham,not honeyed glazed etc , not even sure if i have posted on the right forum ,new to site

Ham is virtually zero carbs and even with honey glaze will not significantly affect your BG level unless you eat an extraordinary amount.

 

[Northerner]

I have been diagnosed type2 ,wondering if i can eat ham from deli counter ,i no i need to stear clear of packed processed meats ,but wondered if i can have ham from deli if it is just plain ham,not honeyed glazed etc , not even sure if i have posted on the right forum ,new to site

Hi Jackie22, welcome to the forum 🙂 Love the avatar

Yes, meat and cheese are fine - as mentioned, it is the amount of carbohydrates that you need to be conscious of - so things like bread, potatoes, pasta, rice, sugary items, pastries etc. Not that you can't eat these things at all, just that these are the things that will have the greatest impact on your blood glucose levels 🙂

Have you been given any medication for your diabetes? How did your diagnosis come about? It's not great to get a diagnosis of diabetes, but the good news is that it can be managed well and doesn't have to stop you doing things - many people find that the adjustments they make actually result in them feeling happier and healthier than they have for some time! 🙂

I'd recommend reading Jennifer's Advice and Maggie Davey's letter to help you to understand what it's all about. I'd also recommend getting a copy of the excellent Type 2 Diabetes: The First Year by Gretchen Becker which will help guide you through these early weeks and months. If you have any questions, please ask away and we will be very happy to help 🙂

 

[grovesy]

Welcome.

 

[Ljc]

Hi Jackie. Welcome.

 

[Jackie22]

Ham is virtually zero carbs and even with honey glaze will not significantly affect your BG level unless you eat an extraordinary amount.

Aww thanks for the welcome , i do like a bit of ham dave ,and my dr said avoid packed food etc ,so ill be getting few slices next time i shop

 

[Jackie22]

Ham is virtually zero carbs and even with honey glaze will not significantly affect your BG level unless you eat an extraordinary amount.

Aww thanks for the welcome , i do like a bit of ham dave ,and my dr said avoid packed food etc ,so ill be getting few slices next time i shop

 

[Jackie22]

Hi Jackie22, welcome to the forum 🙂 Love the avatar

Yes, meat and cheese are fine - as mentioned, it is the amount of carbohydrates that you need to be conscious of - so things like bread, potatoes, pasta, rice, sugary items, pastries etc. Not that you can't eat these things at all, just that these are the things that will have the greatest impact on your blood glucose levels 🙂

Have you been given any medication for your diabetes? How did your diagnosis come about? It's not great to get a diagnosis of diabetes, but the good news is that it can be managed well and doesn't have to stop you doing things - many people find that the adjustments they make actually result in them feeling happier and healthier than they have for some time! 🙂

I'd recommend reading Jennifer's Advice and Maggie Davey's letter to help you to understand what it's all about. I'd also recommend getting a copy of the excellent Type 2 Diabetes: The First Year by Gretchen Becker which will help guide you through these early weeks and months. If you have any questions, please ask away and we will be very happy to help 🙂

 

[Kaylz]

Welcome to the forum @Jackie22 🙂, I don't think your Dr meant to avoid packeted hams etc as if they are any different it would only really be that it has added water, I think they more likely meant things in sauces etc etc 🙂 x

 

[Jackie22]

Not even sure if im posting my replies bk to the write people so bear with me lol 🙂

 

[Jackie22]

Ive been told im not overly overwight ,im 12 stone ,but could do with getting to 11 stone for my height etc

 

[Jackie22]

Welcome to the forum @Jackie22 🙂, I don't think your Dr meant to avoid packeted hams etc as if they are any different it would only really be that it has added water, I think they more likely meant things in sauces etc etc 🙂 x

Aawww that good thanks x

 

[Jackie22]

Welcome.

Thank you 🙂

 

[Jackie22]

It's carbohydrates we have to particularly manager. As diabetes meat and fats aren't a particular issue. So I see no reason to avoid any ham. Other than beef being nicer.

Thanks 🙂

 

[Jackie22]

Hi Jackie22, welcome to the forum 🙂 Love the avatar

Yes, meat and cheese are fine - as mentioned, it is the amount of carbohydrates that you need to be conscious of - so things like bread, potatoes, pasta, rice, sugary items, pastries etc. Not that you can't eat these things at all, just that these are the things that will have the greatest impact on your blood glucose levels 🙂

Have you been given any medication for your diabetes? How did your diagnosis come about? It's not great to get a diagnosis of diabetes, but the good news is that it can be managed well and doesn't have to stop you doing things - many people find that the adjustments they make actually result in them feeling happier and healthier than they have for some time! 🙂

I'd recommend reading Jennifer's Advice and Maggie Davey's letter to help you to understand what it's all about. I'd also recommend getting a copy of the excellent Type 2 Diabetes: The First Year by Gretchen Becker which will help guide you through these early weeks and months. If you have any questions, please ask away and we will be very happy to help 🙂

 

[Kaylz]

Aawww that good thanks x

no problem 🙂, remember feel free to post any other questions you may have 🙂 x

 

[Jackie22]

Hi Jackie22, welcome to the forum 🙂 Love the avatar

Yes, meat and cheese are fine - as mentioned, it is the amount of carbohydrates that you need to be conscious of - so things like bread, potatoes, pasta, rice, sugary items, pastries etc. Not that you can't eat these things at all, just that these are the things that will have the greatest impact on your blood glucose levels 🙂

Have you been given any medication for your diabetes? How did your diagnosis come about? It's not great to get a diagnosis of diabetes, but the good news is that it can be managed well and doesn't have to stop you doing things - many people find that the adjustments they make actually result in them feeling happier and healthier than they have for some time! 🙂

I'd recommend reading Jennifer's Advice and Maggie Davey's letter to help you to understand what it's all about. I'd also recommend getting a copy of the excellent Type 2 Diabetes: The First Year by Gretchen Becker which will help guide you through these early weeks and months. If you have any questions, please ask away and we will be very happy to help 🙂

Aww thank thats my guinea called squeak who sadly passed away :0( , i was diagnosed when i had a heart attack at home and on way to surgery, i also had neumonia at same time ,im on 2 metformin in morning ,2 at nite,2 glazazide in morning 1 at nite ,and another tablet in morning onglyza think thats how its spelt ,plus tabs for menopause,thyroid, heart, etc, my dr was gonna put me on injection ,but i asked him to give me until next visit in 3 months to try get sugar levels under control witch he said he was happy to do ,so i need to get my act together ,its not like im scared of injection ,just dont wanna have to inject for rest of !y life bad enough taking the tabs i take

 

[Jackie22]

Welcome.

Thanks 🙂

 

[Jackie22]

Ham is virtually zero carbs and even with honey glaze will not significantly affect your BG level unless you eat an extraordinary amount.

Thanks 🙂