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     My experience is that the majority of Type II’s do nothing about changing their eating habits.  I find this frustrating, given that it is so easy to do.  Most people simply eat whatever they want and then dial up thier medication, whether they are oral meds or insulin.  Eventually the medications will not work as effectively, so their doctor will have to change/increase or alter their medications (even if you are a conscientious diabetic, medications may have to be altered over time which includes the development of better management medications).  Doing nothing takes years off your lifespan.  This is unsatisfactory for me.

   Our success in managing my husband’s diabetes came from focusing on his carbohydrate intake.  The primary focus is what I call the “whites” – breads, pasta, rice, corn & potatoes – the side dishes really.  These products, especially if they are white bread, white rice, etc., have a higher glycemic index, which means that they convert into sugar inside of your body at a faster rate resulting in increased blood sugars.  Most whole grain products have higher carb counts.  They generally convert into sugar inside of your body at a slower rate, but also impact blood sugar.

     Your body needs carbohydrates.  We focus on the “good” carbs derived from fruits and vegetables.  A regular meal consists of:  whatever the protein – Beef, chicken or fish (generally zero carb), a cooked vegetable and unlimited green or fresh uncooked veggies – salad, sliced tomatoes, etc.

     I did not think we had enough fruit in our diet, so we start every day with a fruit smoothie – fresh or frozen fruit, yogurt and a little fruit juice.  Eating smaller amounts, several times a day helps to keep your blood sugars more constant.  Breakfast, snack, lunch, snack, dinner.

     Recently, we were in the a bad habit of snacking on something high carb after dinner (the snack was usually something that we should not have been eating on a regular basis, but should have been the something that you “treat” yourself to, once in a while).  My husband’s morning readings were higher than normal.  Solution….we stopped snacking after dinner.  His readings immediately were back to normal, and the benefit for me was that I started to lose some weight!!

   Simply reducing and managing your carbohydrate intake will lead to better diabetes management.  You will probably lose some weight, have more energy and feel better.

    Life is precious.  Do something now………for yourself and your family.

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