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Just a Short One

Well I had lab work done a few weeks ago. I have been borderline diabetic for years and my doctor has been keeping an eye on it. She wanted me to have the A1c test which I guess shows your sugar levels for the last 3 months. Just got the call from the doctor's office, I am type 2 diabetic. I have an appointment with my doctor on monday to discuss treatment. UGH! I know I am not going to like what she tells me I have to eliminate. I have already done some research on it.

In a way, I am relieved. It explains alot of my health concerns. And I know I can get this under control. My mom is a diabetic and I was when I was pregnant. So now I am concerned for my son Dakota. When I find out what I need to be eating, then the whole family will be eating healthier and now I have an excuse to get Dakota and hubby to walk with me! Or maybe get some roller blades!

posted on Jan 20, 2012 1:09 PM ()

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Roller blades sound like something the whole family could get into...get exercise and have fun at the same time.
comment by redimpala on Jan 23, 2012 5:50 PM ()
Don't be defeated, Mary. Look at this as an opportunity to make some healthy changes and embrace it. You can do it!
comment by marta on Jan 22, 2012 10:15 AM ()
it will just take some getting used to. I am looking forward to being more healthy and feeling better.
reply by elkhound on Jan 22, 2012 12:01 PM ()
My diabetic sister eats right and exercises to fend off the disease without insulin. It's no fun, but necessary. Good luck!
comment by solitaire on Jan 22, 2012 6:06 AM ()
thanks! guess I need to get some new cookbooks.
reply by elkhound on Jan 22, 2012 12:01 PM ()
Yes, activity helps resolve so many health issues- so why can't I get a move on?
comment by dragonflyby on Jan 21, 2012 12:13 PM ()
I know what you mean! it's that whole getting started thing!
reply by elkhound on Jan 22, 2012 12:02 PM ()
It's not the best time of year to start a walking program but that's just what I did too. Good luck with yours. With all this snow I'm seriously considering clearing my junk off the treadmill.
comment by nittineedles on Jan 21, 2012 10:16 AM ()
I would love to get that bowflex tread climber but it's like $2000! i keep looking for cheap treadmills. it hasn't been too cold here, not a normal winter for us.
reply by elkhound on Jan 21, 2012 11:16 AM ()
Good girl. Start walking.
comment by elderjane on Jan 21, 2012 9:13 AM ()
I will, even if I have to go by myself,I have my mp3 to take with me for music.
reply by elkhound on Jan 21, 2012 11:17 AM ()
I am sure you will do fine. Depending how high your sugar is, they can likely treat it with oral medications.
comment by trekbrarian on Jan 20, 2012 6:23 PM ()
I am not looking forward to all the changes I will have to make. but if it means I will be healthier, than I am all for it!
reply by elkhound on Jan 21, 2012 6:33 AM ()
Best wishes for success, Mary. That must be some test that can look back several years - as if our body is a computer recording every dietary transgression.
comment by troutbend on Jan 20, 2012 5:10 PM ()
I'm not sure how that test works but it's supposed to give them an idea of blood sugar levels over the last 3 months. I am going to ask her how it does that!
reply by elkhound on Jan 20, 2012 5:22 PM ()
Good girl and do make a list for the doctor.
comment by fredo on Jan 20, 2012 2:26 PM ()
I am glad you are already researching this... I think if you change your diet you might be able to be medication free!
comment by kristilyn3 on Jan 20, 2012 1:33 PM ()
I think so too Kristy, and dropping some weight will surely help. I have gained alot. I also think I am perimenopausal so it's kind of a double whammy! lol but with me eating better and walking, it will help Dakota too! trying to be positive but I am going to need some support during this.
reply by elkhound on Jan 20, 2012 1:58 PM ()
yes,this is tough and you can do it.Being diabetic is no fun.
But there is a lot of good food out there for you to have.
Yes,walking or any type of workout is great.Just take it slow.
Get more information on this.I have been border line for quite awhile.
Will see this year after having my blood sugar tested.
Good luck and you kin do it.
comment by fredo on Jan 20, 2012 1:31 PM ()
I already have a walking group all set up. A friend of mine and her daughters has agreed to walk with me and they live very close to me.right now I am kind of overwhelmed, going to make a list of questions for my doctor.
reply by elkhound on Jan 20, 2012 1:57 PM ()

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