Newly diagnosed

[TMitch]

I’m a newly diagnosed type 2 - gathering information and trying to keep sane- it’s a minefield of carbs/GI/ sugars; my brain cells are working overload

 

[Leadinglights]

I’m a newly diagnosed type 2 - gathering information and trying to keep sane- it’s a minefield of carbs/GI/ sugars; my brain cells are working overload

Welcome to the forum at this late hour.
A good source of information to get you started is in this link https://lowcarbfreshwell.com/
It is all to do with carbs, don't overcomplicate by worrying about GI and sugar is just a carb.
Hopefully your HbA1C is not high enough that some dietary changes and more exercise won't do the trick. How much work you will need to do will depend on how high your HbA1C is, hopefully you were told that.

 

[TMitch]

Thanks for your reply- I’m trying the low carb approach-I’m slim but obviously have inner fat- my HbA1C has just tipped me into type 2 so just got to focus and stay on track. A part of me thinks ‘will it be worth it’ when remission has been shown to only last maybe 5 years? Should I give in now and start a low dose of Metformin
I won’t by the way!!

 

[Drummer]

Thanks for your reply- I’m trying the low carb approach-I’m slim but obviously have inner fat- my HbA1C has just tipped me into type 2 so just got to focus and stay on track. A part of me thinks ‘will it be worth it’ when remission has been shown to only last maybe 5 years? Should I give in now and start a low dose of Metformin
I won’t by the way!!

@TMitch I was diagnosed back in 2016, went low carb and was in normal numbers very quickly - ands stayed there.
That is 8 years and counting - and without medication.
If you are only just in the diabetes range it should not be difficult to change to a slightly lower intake of carbs on a daily basis and sink down into normality.

 

[Leadinglights]

Thanks for your reply- I’m trying the low carb approach-I’m slim but obviously have inner fat- my HbA1C has just tipped me into type 2 so just got to focus and stay on track. A part of me thinks ‘will it be worth it’ when remission has been shown to only last maybe 5 years? Should I give in now and start a low dose of Metformin
I won’t by the way!!

If you don't need to lose weight then make sure you have enough protein and healthy fats and trimming a few carbs off should be sufficient.
What you choose and is successful has to become a new way of eating and unless something changes then it should keep you in normal range.

 

[Alan44]

Hi @TMitch and welcome to the forum
Generally speaking as a newly diagnosed T2 and only just, as you say in the T2 range there are 3 things to consider which in your case may just need a little tweaking
1) Diet, low carb, ie in region of 130 grams per day
2) Weight, but in your case that doesn't seem to be an issue from what you have said
3) Exercise, increase your exercise levels, within your own limits and abilities can work wonders

Just 3 things to consider

Alan 😉

 

[TMitch]

Thanks so much, it really is so helpful to hear from others and get support - I’ve been in such a state about other all!!
I’ve got to wait to go an ‘Expert’ course, so I’ve only had such basic information.
So thankyou

 

[saffron15]

Welcome to the forum. I was left to get on with it and have found this forum excellent. I enjoy full fat Greek yoghurt with berries ( raspberry or strawberry or blueberry) nuts or seeds. You can and should eat some carbs just watch portion size.
I've cut out rice and pasta and if I want them I use alternatives like cauli rice or edamame pasta stocked by Holland and Barrett but available from other stores. I still have bread and potatoes but not every day. You can use celeriac or swede as alternative. Moving can be housework, gardening stair climbing or a ten minute walk. I enjoy an aqua fit class.
I found this nhs site set things out well and it includes links to useful websites

Diabetes & Metabolic Health | New Forest PCN

newforestpcn.co.uk

Good luck

 

[Martin.A]

A part of me thinks ‘will it be worth it’ when remission has been shown to only last maybe 5 years?

Welcome from me, too. Like @Drummer I'm already past that alleged 5-year mark for being in remission - no signs, no symptoms, no medication - so I would say yes, it is worth it, and it should be much easier to get there from where your HbA1c is.

 

[HayleyR]

Hi @TMitch and a very warm welcome from me too 🙂 . I'm glad you've decided to join the Forum as there are plenty of Type 2 members here to provide help and support, just ask away....

 

[JITR]

Diet, low carb, ie in region of 130 grams per day

@TMitch

Copied from my post in another thread:

From the Amazon 'Read sample' of Katie and Giancarlo Caldesi's The Reverse Your Diabetes Cookbook.
Tip: follow the link and click 'Read sample' under the cover image (top left).
Includes a useful introduction to low carb from Jenny Phillips, a dietitian.

 

[TMitch]

Thankyou all so much - you’ve all been great xxx

 

[TMitch]

Welcome from me, too. Like @Drummer I'm already past that alleged 5-year mark for being in remission - no signs, no symptoms, no medication - so I would say yes, it is worth it, and it should be much easier to get there from where your HbA1c is.