Hi everyone!

[DanDanB]

A few years ago, I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and weighed around 260 pounds. That was a big wake-up call for me. Since then, I’ve made steady changes, eating more whole foods, walking regularly, doing home workouts, and focusing on long-term habits instead of quick fixes.

I’ve been maintaining around 200 pounds for over a year now. One thing that’s really helped is logging my food consistently.

I don’t follow strict diets or aim for perfection. I just try to keep things balanced and manageable, especially for my blood sugar. I’m always looking for simple, realistic tips that fit into everyday life. Looking forward to hearing from you all!

Daniel

 

[Leadinglights]

Welcome to the forum
Steady going with a regime that is sustainable and enjoyable is the best way.
You may find some tips in this link to add some variation to your meals with some new ideas.

Freshwell Low Carb Project - Home

lowcarbfreshwell.com

 

[Ieva DUK]

Hi @DanDanB , welcome - and thank you for sharing your story!

It’s incredibly inspiring to hear how you turned things around after your diagnosis. Maintaining a 60-pound weight loss for over a year is no small feat - that shows your consistency and commitment to long-term health. Focusing on whole foods, regular movement, and realistic habits sounds like a solid and sustainable approach for you.

I like what you said about not aiming for perfection. That’s such an important reminder - it’s about progress and balance, not strict rules.

Logging food consistently can make such a difference with blood sugar management, especially when you're trying to spot patterns and adjust without feeling overwhelmed. It’s great to hear how that’s been helpful for you.

Looking forward to learning more from your experience and sharing tips - this kind of practical mindset is so valuable to the forum!

 

[CoolShot44]

hello and welcome to the forum

 

[MrBeehive]

Hi - I am 14 stone 10 and need to lose some weight too. Many people say I don't look 'that fat'. I used to weigh 22 stone but that was a few years ago. Doctor says I have to lose FOUR stone. Even when I was younger I never weigned 10 stone and I was often called skinny! I think 12 stone would be nice for me. But it's hard work getting there. I'm 5 feet 9.

 

[JITR]

Prof Roy Taylor and his team at Newcastle University have proved many people can restore their health by losing 15 kg (plus or minus 5kg+) from their weight at diagnosis. The acid test is to get your waist measurement down to less than half your height and ideally get back into the trousers you once wore.

In medical terms the target is to bring your HbA1c down to into the 30s without medication (normal) or the 40s/lower 50s with medication if you need it.

The majority of prediabetics and newly diagnosed T2Ds can achieve and sustain remission (HbA1c below 48 without medication). People who have had T2D for several years, perhaps undetected before diagnosis, may not be able to achieve remission. The good news is everyone who loses weight and sustains a healthy lifestyle is far less likely to suffer serious complications in future.

You should discuss your dietary plans with your doctor and ask why you need to lose as much as 4 stone.

You may find all you need to do is eat plenty of protein and vegetables and limit your carbs to a level your body can cope with. I am comfortable with 80 g/day. Others aim for 130 g/day while some thrive on fewer than 50 g/day. In case it helps, the Freshwell Red Amber Green infographic is a pretty good starting point.