I survived the first holiday since my diagnosis fairly well. It was hard to not indulge in favorite picnic foods this year as I used to. Like fresh fruit, corn or potatoes on the grill. Super Sweet and rich desserts . Cups of sweet lemonade and iced tea. I miss sugar but I know it will continue to damage my organs if I indulge. My glucose readings most days are between 100-150 sometimes lower and sadly higher. Some type 2 diabetics spend months and years getting the diabetes under control while some struggle all their lives. Diabetes sucks!
I still have good days and bad days, more good if I can keep carbohydrates down and avoid sugar. As a result I've lost 7 lbs since my diagnosis, 11 lbs to go. I decided 140 (10 stone) would be a good weight and put me in a size 6. I don't want to look skeletal. I'm hoping the bloated look goes down in my gut. I don't want to lose anymore wait from my already bony hips and legs. I only want the last 11lbs to come from the abdominal region. Just eliminating carbs, sugar and starchy foods helped lose weight. I'm grateful to diabetes for the loss but it still sucks.
Finding moderation is the hardest part for me as some foods are all or nothing. I allowed myself to eat junk on Memorial day but ate a lesser amount too. When I say junk I'm referring to a hamburger bun that had 30 grams of carbs. That was enough to double my bs level and will be my last indulgence until July. My life depends on resisting temptations and not eating like this daily. Giving up cigarettes is my next goal. Besides the obvious damage of tobacco, Is the decrease in circulation and it's crucial to keep blood circulating to the lower extremities especially with a diabetic.
Diabetes Sucks.
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