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Found out I have diabetes on Friday. I am NOT handling it well. I’ll be 43 in December. There is family history so I shouldn’t be a shocked as I am but it’s still VERY new and I’m still VERY angry.

I need all the foods and snacks for diabetes, and where to buy stuff at somewhat decent prices.

(We only have Wal Mart, Aldi, King Cash Saver. We also have a Sam’s membership.

I am allergic to BLUEBERRIES and KIWI. I also don’t have a gallbladder so snacks and meals that I can eat with all those issues.

I am already somewhat picky so the stuff I eat is stuff I know I’ll like but now I cannot eat most of if.

[Sarah]

I have diabetes and no gallbladder. I eat whatever I want in moderation. I’m on Metformin.

Try looking at the FDA website for diabetes advice for following the plate method.

There is also a great group here on FB that has helped me a lot. It’s called Type 2 Diabetes Support for Women.

[Nesha]

Does your insurance cover a meeting with a dietician? That would be helpful!

[Karen]

Don’t eat white… bread, rice, potatoes…. I just modify… eat jerky, nuts, crunchy veggies, flavored water. Read labels, lots of proteins

[Sonya]

hugs I remember when I was d’xed at 37. my a1c is managed well and just eat healthy. you…can, contrary to popular belief, reverse it!

[Brian]

My mom has it and keto/low carb stuff works. Aldi has lots of options at good prices.

[Robin]

Beans are fabulous for blood sugar. Chili, bean soup, etc for easy meals.

Eggs, egg white omelets, sugar free yogurt are great for breakfast. Strawberries. Stir fry, skip the rice.

[Laura]

PLEASE see if your insurance will cover an appointment with a Diabetic Dietitian! There is so much to learn about the do’s and don’t and so many helpful hints.

My dad went from being scared to fairly confident. He brought my mom and they both took notes.

Also – consider joining some groups for your health issue

[Shelley]

On April 23 my doctor told me I was diabetic, with a 6.7 A1C. I was not scared, I was mad! I knew it was my own fault.

Lots of weight gain in recent years, lousy portion controls, carbs with pretty much every meal.

I refused the Metformin and told doc that when I retested in 3.5 months, I would no longer be diabetic.

From that day to now, I’ve had no potatoes, no rice, no noodles/pasta, no bread. No fruit, no sweets, no milk, no yogurt.

I eat meats, eggs, lots of (non starchy) vegetables, salads. It has not been difficult at all for me.

Easiest “diet” I’ve ever been on, because I am motivated! I also do a moderate intermittent fasting, I generally don’t eat until after noon.

At my recheck, I’d lost 27 pounds and my A1C was down to 5.8; very lowest of the pre diabetic range.

So, I’m not diabetic, but I am continuing and will get out of the pre diabetic range as well.

And get my weight down more. It can be done!
And, btw, I feel great!

[Maureen]

Nuts, blocked cheese, raw vegetables and salad,
Plain 0% Greek yogurt.
Try to avoid bread

[Stephanie]

First, stop eating junk.
Second, eat as many veggies as you can instead of red meat. Stop eating high salt foods.
I’ve been diabetic for 35 yrs.

[Vicki]

I would ask for a referral for a consult with a dietitian. They will be able to personalize a food plan with your individual preferences and food availability in mind.

It can be overwhelming in the beginning anytime you change the way you are eating.

But a dietitian can help make you more comfortable making good choices in any situation.

[Theresa]

On line shopping makes it easier to look at food labels. Set a carb goal for each meal and snack and shop accordingly.

[Sissy]

I have gone to Diabetes classes free of charge several times.
Contact County Court house for information.

[Kelly]

Don’t try to change everything at once. Make a few modifications at a time.

Things like changing to whole grain breads and pasta is a start.

Start walking after dinner or lunch a little.

[Jackie]

I also have a lot of type 2 in my family. I am 78 and have been diabetic for 20 years.

I have tried Metformin and have trouble with the side effects.

I suggest you develop the habit of paying attention to the amount of carbohydrates in each serving of food you eat.

Total carbohydrates is more important than sugar content because the sugar is included n the carb count.

[Kim]

Apply Cater oil over your liver and pancreas. Look for a naturopathic doctor who can help. you make life changes and not just prescribe medications.

[Lael]

Hi! I have diabetes type 2- and it doesn’t run in my family so it was quite the shock!

Take all the classes you can if your insurance offers them- I learned a ton!!

The best advice (other than all the food stuff!) and what works the best is- take a walk after dinner.

Well- any meal but dinner is typically the biggest.

The walk literally will pull sugars (glucose) out of your blood to replenish what is used in your muscles during the walk.

Doesn’t have to be an exertion or long- start with ten minutes up to twenty. Works to pull down my sugars great!

If you can take a short walk after every meal – great!

[Dorrie]

Get a Dexcom. The Dr can prescribe it.
Makes a world of difference.

[Sandra]

I eat oatmeal for breakfast with a handful of walnuts, banana slices over it and a 1/2 tbsp brown sugar.

[Sandra]

I just got pre diabetes. I eliminated desserts. Lost 10 lbs and my A1C is back to normal!! Eat whole wheat bread. Only sweets is pb and j sandwich. Honey on bread.

A little brown sugar on my oatmeal. Dietician said to eat nuts!! Stay away from white breads, sweets, potatoes. Starchy things. You can do it.

I don’t miss ice cream every night. Cakes, cookies. I walk daily. She said to keep exercising.

Dietician said stay away from juice, açaí bowls. Loaded with sugar.

I thought the bowls were healthy. I was eating 2x week!! Just use honey, syrup, jelly lightly. I was loading it on

[Jessica]

I really would ask a doctor or dietician. You have a few restrictions that are medically complex.

I’m sorry you’re going through this.

I would be so angry too to be diagnosed with a life long disease.

I hope you can accept it soon and still live life to the fullest.

Take time to grieve about it. Good luck and hope all is well with your health soon enough!

[Patricia]

Go to a library and read books on diabetes.
That’s your first step. Type 2 diabetes is reversible.

[Renee]

Carb counting… look for low carb food lists and make you a menu from the foods you like

[Tipton]

You can get your doctor to prescribe you oxempuc and that will help you keep weight off and make you feel better they only prescribed it to diabetic I think 2 or something

[Regene]

It is not about the snacks and eliminating sugar, it is more about portion control and balance your meal schedule and food intake.

[Rory]

You need to meet with a nutritionist to learn the nutrition guidelines. Once you learn them, you can tweak them to your needs.

Just like a recipe, establish your control model first. There are tons of diabetic groups on FB, find the ones with what you are looking for.

[Samantha]

Stick to lean meat proteins, non starchy vegetables, & low glycemic fruits.

Cut out sweets & white bread/rice/pasta. Whole grains digest slower. Limit carbs.

Flavored water will be your best friend. Think crystal light packets.

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