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Hi, didn’t think I’d find myself here, but after a trip to the doctors today it’s seems it’s highly likely that I have a type 2 diabetes, bloods taken a year ago indicated I was borderline, seems when I received the results last year i didn’t hear/want to hear them tell me. Awaiting fresh tests later in the week. So... where do I start.
I’m 50 (ah I hate that number) over short for my weight and i am starting to look as wide as I’m short, in other words I’m fat, far to fat, my exercise is walking the dog and that’s about it, I’m a snacker, over eater and comfort eater, I smoke and I suppose the only plus point is I don’t drink apart from the odd glass of wine with friends and of course due to the current situation that hasn’t happened for nearly a year. Any advice to stop me wobbling emotionally gratefully received. Wendy x
 
Doing well there, only slightly freaking out, I'd say!

Well - you already recognise what you have been doing wrong, so that's a good start. It isn't only about sugar though - it's all and any carb our bodies can no longer deal with as well as they used to, so it's them we need to at least cut back on - but how far we need to limit them, depends on your actual blood test results. If only slightly over 48, the first point at which the diagnosis is made, it's a bit less hard work than if it;s over 100 in which case the cuts will probably need to be a bit greater.

So whilst waiting for the blood test results have a serious look at what you eat every day and what you can cut down the carbs in eg one less spud or slice of bread, no more biscuits with your morning coffee or no more cake with your afternoon tea - what can you easily identify that's not helping?
 
Hi @Wendy2602 , welcome to the forum.

Firstly don’t panic . Diabetes is a condition that with the right info (which you will get plenty of here) is a condition that can be well managed, the dietary changes we make are fine for folks without diabetes annnd many find it makes it easier to lose the weight they have struggled to lose for years.
Jenny has already given you some good advise to start you off.

Reduce carbohydrate intake esp the starchy ones.
Unless we have other medical problems, we are fine with protein in all it’s forms and some good fats.

Walking with or without a dog is good exersize.
 
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Thank you for your responses, at the mo just feeling rather guilty as it’s highly likely it’s life style that have caused these issues, so have to pull up my big girl pants and get this sorted ❤️
 
Wendy2602 said:
Thank you for your responses, at the mo just feeling rather guilty as it’s highly likely it’s life style that have caused these issues, so have to pull up my big girl pants and get this sorted ❤️
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No - you have probably been unable to deal with carbs most of your life, but we are supposed to include them because they are considered healthy.
I went back to low carb eating after diagnosis and have never felt better.
 
Hello @Wendy2602 and welcome to the forum.

There are many causes of Diabetes, so please try to stop kicking yourself and feeling guilty.
The good thing is that you have recognised the problem and started the journey to do something about it.
There are many of us here that have been on that journey. There will probably some ups and downs but we can all help with getting through those. The end result will be very worthwhile.

It may be worth reading (2) Maggie Davey's letter to newly-diagnosed Type 2s | Diabetes UK to see how this lady tackled the situation. The learning Zone orange tab at the top of this page also has lots of information.

Best wishes, and it would be great if you can keep posting and let us know how things are going, and we will always try to answer any questions.
 
Welcome to the forum @Wendy2602

Glad you have found us, and begun to turn your risk of diabetes around. Just joining here and making that post is a really big first step and it shows you have determination to make the changes you need to move towards a healthier and more active you.

Many people later reflect that *that conversation* with their Dr or nurse became a catalyst to finally make changes that they had been meaning to for years. Many also say that they hadn’t realised how weary, tired and under the weather they had generally been feeling until they began eating in a way that their body can cope better with (elevated blood glucose levels can give rise to tiredness and low mood)

Ask away with any questions you have and lean on the forum for support when you need to vent, moan and express your frustration. we ‘get it’ 🙂
 
Welcome to the forum, @Wendy2602 . I haven't anything to add except to say that you've obviously got a good sense of humour which can help when dealing with nurses and GPs who are, shall we say, less than knowledgeable about carbs and diabetes!

Have a good read around the different bits of the forums, ask anything you like, and come back to let us know how you get on with your test results 🙂
 
Wendy2602 said:
Hi, didn’t think I’d find myself here, but after a trip to the doctors today it’s seems it’s highly likely that I have a type 2 diabetes, bloods taken a year ago indicated I was borderline, seems when I received the results last year i didn’t hear/want to hear them tell me. Awaiting fresh tests later in the week. So... where do I start.
I’m 50 (ah I hate that number) over short for my weight and i am starting to look as wide as I’m short, in other words I’m fat, far to fat, my exercise is walking the dog and that’s about it, I’m a snacker, over eater and comfort eater, I smoke and I suppose the only plus point is I don’t drink apart from the odd glass of wine with friends and of course due to the current situation that hasn’t happened for nearly a year. Any advice to stop me wobbling emotionally gratefully received. Wendy x
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I was dianosed on monday like yourself and it was a bit of a blow as well,i'm 52 well overweight and i know my downfall has been the amount of sugar and carbs i put away on a daily basis.I have a fairly active job and i cycle and walk everywhere as i don't drive so exercise is not a problem.For me it's about weight loss and healthy eating and project body MOT is now underway.I was a chef for 15 years so i know food and i know whats good and bad,so i'm not going on a faddy diet,i plan to just eat more of the good stuff.limit carbs,cut out as much refined sugar and take it from there.I think we've been given a yellow card health wise.I used to smoke but managed to quit successfully 12 years ago,one of the best things i've done healthwise and i've cut down on the alcohol,where before i was a pub regular,it is glasgow after all!
Any way good luck on your journey and look forward to good health rather than looking back to how we all got here,That's my 2 bobs worth.
 
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