Feeling of Hunger

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Jenny105

Jenny105

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After 9m , my gut feeling is that the regime is going OK. I'm lucky not to have to do a weight loss regime. so its mainly a carb watching game for me. On the whole things seem to be going ok.
One query though. I have is about a feeling of wanting to eat , even after a meal, Also sluggishness. I think Im eating enough as I need to put on a little weight. Maybe withdrawal symptoms, even after 9m ? Or boredom.
When we visited my son on holiday for a few days I didnt notice the hunger then . Too busy? Ive had blood count tests - non diabetic related which havent shown anything ......... Any ideas?
 
I may depend on the routine you have always been used to of having things between meals so it is hard to get out of that habit.
All through my working life, I had breakfast at 7.30, lunch at 1pm, dinner at 8pm with nothing other than drinks in between and never felt hungry and it is no different now I'm retired. Apart from a quarter of a Nature Valley protein bar with an afternoon cuppa and a square of choc with our late evening drink on the weekend, it just seems like normal.
 
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I may depend on the routine you have always been used to of having things between meals so it is hard to get out of that habit.
All through my working life, I had breakfast at 7.30, lunch at 1pm, dinner at 8pm with nothing other than drinks in between and never felt hungry and it is no different now I'm retired. Apart from a quarter of a Nature Valley protein bar with an afternoon cuppa and a square of choc with our late evening drink on the weekend, it just seems like normal.
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Got that. Ive tried never to eat between meals.. Your post gave me a thought - I believe the DB UK menu planning sheet gives scope for snacks. Everyday I have to walk and play with my dog - at least an hour , off lead daily (- dog , not me!!) I might swim , or do 45 mins at the gym. Maybe i need something from the snack suggestion before exercise.
Today @ 11.30 after an hour uphill walk I took a reading . It was 4.6 Ive lost the meal planner tho.
 
Hi @Jenny105 I wonder if you are getting enough calories? While reducing my carb intake I have found it necessary to keep an eye on my calorie intake, so I am eating enough to maintain my weight. That is eating foods which are high calorie but low carb. I realise that is counter-intuitive to many people who have a tendancy to put weight on. So maybe, if you need a snack, choose something higher in protein and good fats (such as nuts) - and monitor the impact on your weight as well as your blood glucose levels. Just a thought, in case this applies to you. As others have said, it's quite early days still, so it may just require your routine to settle down, now your HbA1c has reduced and stabilised. Best of luck. Nick
 
Sounds wise Nick. The carb / calerie book should help me check that out. I'm using milled nuts etc , plus peanut butter. But it would be good to check out other items. Plan A will be to keep track menus for a few days .see what the calorie count is.
Nick Cliff said:
Hi @Jenny105 I wonder if you are getting enough calories? While reducing my carb intake I have found it necessary to keep an eye on my calorie intake, so I am eating enough to maintain my weight. That is eating foods which are high calorie but low carb. I realise that is counter-intuitive to many people who have a tendancy to put weight on. So maybe, if you need a snack, choose something higher in protein and good fats (such as nuts) - and monitor the impact on your weight as well as your blood glucose levels. Just a thought, in case this applies to you. As others have said, it's quite early days still, so it may just require your routine to settle down, now your HbA1c has reduced and stabilised. Best of luck. Nick
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Jenny105 said:
Sounds wise Nick. The carb / calerie book should help me check that out. I'm using milled nuts etc , plus peanut butter. But it would be good to check out other items. Plan A will be to keep track menus for a few days .see what the calorie count is.
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Typical menu breakfast 7.30 - cranberry juice lite , boiled egg , luv life toast. toast & peanut butter.
lunch 12.30 (main meal) cold chicken slices , baked potato small, Carrot, cabbage . Frozen fruits , Alpro Soya no sugar, Squeeze of Anchor cream sprinkling of milled seeds, hemp powder, chia seeds,
Tea 6 Salad lettuce, cucumber, 3 baby toms Cream cheese. Luv Life bread x 3 .Peanut butter, Hartleys Jelly, no sugar Alpro soya
Sometimes Jordans no sugar cereal 30gm with milk about 8.30 - 9.30
 
That's along similar lines to myself, though I don't have cereal as an evening snack owing to the carbs. Think I'm eating similar amount of carbs, just spread differently. Aim not to exceed 130g carbs per day and 45g in any meal.
 
Hello @Jenny105. If it was me I'd increase my water intake and also have a bit more protein to stop cravings. 🙂
 
Nick Cliff said:
That's along similar lines to myself, though I don't have cereal as an evening snack owing to the carbs. Think I'm eating similar amount of carbs, just spread differently. Aim not to exceed 130g carbs per day and 45g in any meal.
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I only have a vague idea of my carbs per day. I know the basics like bread, potatoes, my cereal, and basic fruit and veg. But I tend not to add up everything, though Ive thought about checking it for a few days. A guess would be about 100 - 120.
My DN sent a note in respect of my fingertip readings today - 1 a day . They are OK so no check up is needed. 🙂. So I might increase the daily intake eg I had a small piece of ordinary lemon sponge yesterday.
I forgot to say I have hypo thyroid problems and this can make me tired especially if i eat or drink too soon after consuming a tablet a.m. Plus Ive started a statin tablet too, so that may play a part we'll see.Thanks
 
If you have the Carbs and Cals book or app it should be very easy to tot up the carbs you have per meal or per day.
 
Ive had a thought ..... a few weeks ago I offered to co ordinate refreshments for an event , involving Bishop, clergy , MP dignataries and local church people. No one else would take it on. Altho everything was ok on the nite there were a few stressful moments co ordinating home baked goods ; not knowing the final numbers until the last plus space limitations. Its possible I have PTFS II post traumatic refreshment stress :confused: the stress affected DB & other health conditions so that this week Im feeling the aftermath 😎
 
Nick Cliff said:
Hi @Jenny105 I wonder if you are getting enough calories? While reducing my carb intake I have found it necessary to keep an eye on my calorie intake, so I am eating enough to maintain my weight. That is eating foods which are high calorie but low carb. I realise that is counter-intuitive to many people who have a tendancy to put weight on. So maybe, if you need a snack, choose something higher in protein and good fats (such as nuts) - and monitor the impact on your weight as well as your blood glucose levels. Just a thought, in case this applies to you. As others have said, it's quite early days still, so it may just require your routine to settle down, now your HbA1c has reduced and stabilised. Best of luck. Nick
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Hi I checked out the calories and carbs . The calories were down on a sensible daily intake for my situation . Ive carefully increased the calories. Im checking out the carbs by sometimes increasing them , checking , often than the usual daily finger prick, sometimes. By 'chance'? Im busier than I was with more socialising. And Ive increased my protein a little. My feelings of hunger have reduced.
 
Jenny105 said:
Hi I checked out the calories and carbs . The calories were down on a sensible daily intake for my situation . Ive carefully increased the calories. Im checking out the carbs by sometimes increasing them , checking , often than the usual daily finger prick, sometimes. By 'chance'? Im busier than I was with more socialising. And Ive increased my protein a little. My feelings of hunger have reduced.
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Ive also upped the protein . My weigh isnt gaining as much as I'd have liked. But I'll get there
 
Jenny105 said:
Ive also upped the protein . My weigh isnt gaining as much as I'd have liked. But I'll get there
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That all seems very positive! I understand it takes longer to put on weight when restricting carb intake. Keep it up! Nick
 
Hi . I did ask to see a dietician but nothing came of that thus far.
On a diet to lose weight I understand its less carbs (inc sugars), less calories (smaller portions). more exercise. And reverse for wieght gain. !! The reverse is not easy for diabetics-in general-so different regimes are being tried including some arm and leg muscle exercises and hemp powder .
Having a Hearing Support dog doesnt help my weight. Its the rule that the dog is off the lead away from home for 1 hours exercise every day 7 days a week. So its over the hills, beach, lanes everyday. BUT I wouldnt be without him for te world..
 
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