Hi. I'm new to the forum. I'm from Wisconsin, diabetic, and in my 50's, agewise and pounds-overweight-wise. Would like to touch base with someone in my age group (or any other age group) who is discovering how much more difficult it is for a diabetic to lose weight when you're on oral medication! (They tell you when you start on oral meds to expect a 2-8 pound weight gain--Just what you need when you're supposed to LOSE weight)!
Have enjoyed reading some comments in the forum on other subjects.
Hi kk! I'm new too. I'm 41 but hope that doesn't discourage you from joining me in trying to be healthy. I need a buddy too! My MIL is diabetic and has gained lots of weight after starting her various meds. I have found how hard it is to lose weight the older we get. I haven't hit menopause yet but I'm "perimenopause" which is just a polite Dr's way of saying you're getting old woman!
I was diagnosed as Type 2 in November 2005. Since then I have lost about 60 lbs, have quite a ways to go. Currently I am able to control my diabetes with diet and exercise, no meds yet. My doctor is hopeful if I continue to lose weight it will stay that way. Sorry I can't comment on the oral meds. Good luck...I am here for you if you need to vent or talk
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