i went to my first diabetic clinic today. i got a meter and my first reading was 9.1, then tonight it was 8.3. glen

Hi Glen,

I go to my first clinic next week - can you fill me in a bit on what to expect? I'm in Nova Scotia so the clinic may be a bit different here.

Nancy

hi nancy you will see a nurse to take a health history and learn how to use the meter. then you'll see a dietican and she'll explain the diet. i am also going to classes that explains more about diabeties. my sugar was 5.9 before eating today.
glen

Hi Glan,

Thanks for the info. 5.9 is really good, isn't it? You must have been diagnosed fairly recently as well?? Can I ask what changes you have made to make the difference?

Nancy

Glen, your meter readings are different than ours. Yours seem like the A1c. ours our whole numbers. e.g., 90 is normal, 100s are good for diabetics and 200 is way to high. (which is what mine did yesterday because of stress and bad eating). What are considered good readings on your system?

Mine is the same numbers, maybe it is different in Canada. Anything higher here than a 14 is really bad. Mine averages around a 9. Just a question, I want to lose a lot of weight by this Christmas, possibly 30-40 pounds. Does anyone think this is this realistic?

Melissa

Hi Melissa,

I think that you could lose 30-40 lbs by Christmas. That works out to be 3 3/4 to 5 lbs a month. I think that is realistic.

What kind of plan are you following?

Nancy

Hi everyone just got back from curves and im so sore..2 days in a row is to much for me but had to do it this way this week to get my 3 days in..i saw my first robin today taking a bath in a mud puddle in my yard.. spring has sprung my sugars where 122 this am i was so happy thats a really good number for me..glen glad you got the info u needed..melisa i think thats a very realistic goal to work towards i wish you much success..rosetta sry you are struggling..just keep trying you can do it..the dh has gone to the cabin and i have some uninterupted free time but i bet i will be lonely by tomorrow have a great day everyone (((((((((hugs))))))))) rosey

Melissa - I never heard of darkening of the skin as a diabetes side effect. But then I never heard of gastroparesis until I got it and that scared me into taking better care of myself. (Although I'm doing a poor job for the moment.) Anyway, you certainly can those 30-40 lbs by Christmas by sticking with a plan and including regular exercise. Try breaking it up into 10 lb goals. Psychologically it may make it easier.
Rosey - I hope you've taken a hot bath or shower to ease those aching muscles. Maybe you can do some crafts while dh is away or....maybe have a ladies night out.

Thanks everyone for the support. I never thought that would only be 5 pounds a month. I am not really trying a plan as of yet but I will be joining wieght watchers or curves when I go home i July. I am trying to motivate myself on my own and will be increasing my daily exercises on my own.

Melissa

Good morning everyone!

I was wanting to ask any of you for some good resources for food plans for my diabetic husband. His blood sugar, even with medications is about 265. He also needs to lose about 50-80 pounds. He has type 2 diabetes. I have run some searches on the net but I am kind of confused. We would like to find something that would reduce weight and lower the blood sugar. Can anyone suggest what works for you? He has tried low carb and that doesnt seem to work. Thank you in advance for any information!

hi everyone. nancy:i cut out the junk food, beer,and sugar. 4-7 is good and 8-10 is good 2 hours after a meal. hope feeling better rosey. glen

Andrea - we are all struggling with trying to eat right and loss weight with diabetes. The best way to lose weight is to cut calories. With diabetics, you also need to watch fat and carbs. Cut out sugar and alcohol. Use whole grains instead of "white" foods like potatoes, rice, bread, etc., but in moderation. Also, fruit juices should be curtailed as they flood the system with fructose which is another form of sugar. it's better to eat several small meals rather than fewer large meals since regular food intake keeps the blood sugar level. There are many diabetic cookbooks and meal planners available. One good site is the American Diabetes Association website. If your dh has access to a diabetic educator through his health plan you might want to make an appointment and go with him. Also, very important - dh should get regular exercise. This will help bring his blood sugar down and make him feel better. Good luck and let us know how he's doing.

Hi everyone.. well im in amood this am..not sure what kind but its there brewing could be cuz the dh came home yesterday..am so glad hes ok.. to get to the cabin he has to travel to end of the hyway(32miles) unload the trailer with his 6 wheeler..travel done the beach at low tide for 14 miles and then go up a steep bluff and inland about 2 miles thru the woods(not my cup of tea but he lvs it)as he was attempting to get up the bluff some of it gave way(to wet from meltingsnow) and he and 6 wheeler flipped over..could have been a disaster..but he managed to get it up again and home.. i guess it will have to dry up some more before he attempts that again maybe my mood is glum cuz hes in a mood do ya think anyways im still sore..my sugars where low again so i was glad of that..ite beautiful out.. sunny and warm.. we are planning a day trip tomorrow.. to see the eagles on the beach in Homer alaska about 120 miles from us..its a touristy town and we like to go before the tourists arrive..hope you all have agreat day..i lost another 2# so somethings working..(((((((((hugs)))))))))) rosey

omigod Rosey! So glad dh is okay. What a scary thing. That cabin doesn't sound like my cup of tea either. I like to walk in nature, but get me back to the 4-star hotel for a fine dinner and some wine. I hope you enjoy your trip to Homer. I didn't know eagles hung out at the beach. Hope there's no pesky tourists there. They've already invaded S.F. and I have to compete for cable car seats with them. Grrr.