newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes

Debbi

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Joined : Apr 2005

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Posted 4/15/2005 8:49 PM (GMT 0)

I am newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. I am scared but trying to learn as much as possible so that I can live a full life. I have not been able to meet with a diabetes educator as of yet so I am following the 1200 calorie diet plan as clsoely as possible. I am not sure how many carbs I should consume each day. I check my blood sugar twice daily, once in the morning and once before bedtime, but I have other friends who check the second time before their evening meal. Am I doing it wrong?

Thanks for any help.

jtu91952

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Joined : Mar 2005

Posts : 137

Posted 4/17/2005 12:53 AM (GMT 0)

I would also like to add portion size also counts. Before i started working with my dietitian, i ate healthy meals but i was eating too much.

Once i met with the dietitian, and review portion control and how to read labels, my glucose dropped drastically.

Exercise also helped. I prefer a high fiber low fat diet. Im allowed 150 carbs daily and lost 65 pounds in one yr. If at all possible, ask for a referral to speak with a dietitian, it made all the difference in the world for me. Good luck.

Debbi

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Joined : Apr 2005

Posts : 3

Posted 4/17/2005 1:27 AM (GMT 0)

Thank you everyone for your helpful advice. I am trying hard to learn everything I possibly can so that I can have a wonderful next 50 years or so <smile>. I am newly remarried and I want to have a long, healthy life with my new husband.

Thanks again and have a great weekend.

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