Recently diagnosed Type2 Diabetic

I guess the biggest advise I can give is not to obsessive over it and go nuts

When you realize one of the effects of diabetes is DEATH, not to mention other terrible things like amputations, I think it's safe to obsess over it and go nuts. It takes a while to make good habits. I would definitely keep this in the front of my mind everyday for a while. I've seen the effects on family members first-hand, watching it slowly kill them. I'm SO happy that my type 2 is now resolved. I have a lot to live for, therefore, I WILL obsess if that's what it takes to stay healthy.
 
IMO Frank's answer was perfectly in line with what the OP was asking.
My DH has type 2 and an effect of that is his kidney's do not work at 100%, he had to have 3/4 of his better kidney removed last year and is doing good.
But we have had such a hard time trying to figure out what he can or cannot eat. We asked our health insurance to get him a nutritionist, but that was denied, what we got was on in the hospital for 20 min. trying to undo 63 years of bad habits. I have looked up on line the diets for type 2 and kidney trouble and what one says to have the other says not to. Very hard, but we are doing the best we can and his tests have been good and his blood sugar has come down. We are changing insurance companies and I am going to ask again.
 
Well said Jenn! :cool1:
Diabetes is not to be taken lightly. Take your time and learn about your new life. It is a part of our family life much sooner than we ever thought. Our son is a Type 1 and we know the dangers that lay ahead if it it not taken seriously. There are many resources out there. Can I recommend a subscription to Diabetic Cooking? You don't need to keep the subscription long. We have enjoyed looking up alternate ways to prepare food for our family. Good luck.
 

Larry, why, why, 'WHY' are you sooooooo against what Frank suggested? He wasn't trying to be funny at all. Fish is suggested for EVERYONE, not just diabetics, as an alternative to fatty beef. I don't know why you think we shouldn't eat it. My DH's physician and dietician both recommended fish and chicken instead of burgers, hotdogs, and steaks. Please explain what your issue is.

I wasn't addressing fatty meats only that fish while a good alternative is not really that important and even according the the link at cyberdiabetes.com clearly states.

Fish that are high in omega-3 fatty acids, such as salmon, halibut and tuna are especially good. Although fish is usually the best meat, the most important element is not whether you choose fish, poultry, beef or pork but whether the meat is lean.

The point is that fish is good regardless and really is not just to be singled out as important to diabetics.

Larry
 
I think I am going to take my dad, who is a Type2 Diabetic, (for his birthday) and make sure we have fish for dinner, just to piss Larry off.

In addition, since Larry knows so awfully much on the subject and has researched all the parameters on rv.net, I guess the fact that my grandfather, who was also a Type2 Diabetic, at fish at almost every meal and was the pride and joy of his doctor. (by the way, he did not pass away from Diabetes either!)

I was told by my doctor if I didn't lose weight (last March) that I would be joining my father and grandfather and great grandfather before him in the Type2 family pool. I am not quite ready for all of that jazz and didn't appreciate looking at what my liver and gall bladder looked like on the bloodwork. (I teach science and all and it was shown to me in all its glory. It looked like I needed an oil change.) 60 pounds later and counting, I am well on my way to not joining the family tradition, for now. It is coming, I just can prolong it as long as I can.

Larry, our sour and misguided lurker of the community board, who needs to go back to answering questions about camping to which he knows more about, I am sure that you thought just because Frank posted something about fishing, he was doing his same old thing. If you had stopped to actually pay attention instead of flying off the handle instantaneously, you would have learned a couple of things to tell your DW instead of bringing on the venom you just did. You spend all this time researching crap about camping....you could have AT LEAST spent a minute or two researching Frank's post for its validity. (we did, and were happy he posted it!:))

Sorry but IMHO you lost on all counts since here is actually what was posted that had not to do with nutrition, diabetes or fat/etc.

I agree with Denise on the fish choices,
I would also like to add cod fish and trout.

The fresher that you can get fish, the least fishy taste you'll have.

I know this will sound strange,,but if you soak fish fillets in milk for a couple hours in the frig, it will help to take the edge off the fishy taste .

The other thing you might find strange is , I kinda like that fishy taste myself.


He was only IMHO talking about preferences and how to prepare it which none have to do with it's effect on a diabetic diet.

Larry
 
Well said Jenn! :cool1:
Diabetes is not to be taken lightly. Take your time and learn about your new life. It is a part of our family life much sooner than we ever thought. Our son is a Type 1 and we know the dangers that lay ahead if it it not taken seriously. There are many resources out there. Can I recommend a subscription to Diabetic Cooking? You don't need to keep the subscription long. We have enjoyed looking up alternate ways to prepare food for our family. Good luck.

Now that I can agree to and outside of me IMHO is the only person to give real helpful advice and while her DS is a type I my wife has to basically do what a type I has to do with actual insulin injections and so far no body posting so far in this thread except two of us is an actual diabetic or lives with one like I have so I think I have some input here unlike 95% of those that have posted in this thread.

Larry
 
I would like to apologize to ITCH for saying such things on your thread, I truly meant no harm or hijacking.
 
Anyone here have some good reciepes for five meals a week, that would provide left overs for lunch at work.

He was only IMHO talking about preferences and how to prepare it which none have to do with it's effect on a diabetic diet.

Larry, the OP was clearly asking for recipes to help them change their eating habits. They are visiting with a dietician today for specifics on which foods to include in their diet to address the diabetes. They were asking for support, including preparation tips and recipes, from this group. A PP suggested adding more fish to the diet. Most Americans do not consume enough low fat proteins, IN PARTICULAR fish. If you were to ask many non-fish eaters why they do not eat fish, a top response would be "it tastes fishy"...or something to that effect.

IMHO, Born2fish was providing input into methods to prepare the fish for cooking that eliminate the fishiness, thereby making it more paletable to someone that is not an eager fish eater. As he stated in his posts, he has direct family experience with diabetes. He is informed on the issue of healthy food choices and ways to prepare them.

So Born2Fish's response to the OP is not relevant how?
 
to the OP, I treat a lot of diabetic patients as well as have a diabetic DH. I have a lot of diabetic educational material. If you would like any of it, send me a PM & I will mail it to you
 
Ok...let's get back on track.

Itch.... I think beer is out for you now. The otters will NOT be happy about this, as they won't have any to steal from your cooler now. :sad2:

My brother says that beer (or any alcohol) has no direct effect on your blood sugar. My brother likes beer - no, strike that - he LOVES beer - and I don't believe him. He can site all the web information he likes. Personally, I stay away from alcohol now after experimenting with my glucometer after having two beers one evening. My sugar jumped from 92 to 215 in an hour (no food, just beer)!! YIKES!! :eek: The otters are forgiving as long as you leave them the occasional beer offering. :goodvibes
 
My brother says that beer (or any alcohol) has no direct effect on your blood sugar. My brother likes beer - no, strike that - he LOVES beer - and I don't believe him. He can site all the web information he likes. Personally, I stay away from alcohol now after experimenting with my glucometer after having two beers one evening. My sugar jumped from 92 to 215 in an hour (no food, just beer)!! YIKES!! :eek: The otters are forgiving as long as you leave them the occasional beer offering. :goodvibes

Unfortunately, don't believe him. Your blood sugar spiked because the body converts alcohol directly to sugar.

Moderation is the key in anything to do with diabetes. You can usually enjoy A beer or maybe two occasionally depending on how your sugars are affected. You should probably NOT go out and drink a six pack everyday.:thumbsup2 Your physician is a better guide though on what you can or cannot have.

As far as moderation goes, I walked into Goofy's Candy Company at DTD while there last month, I'd never really been in there. Talk about sugar shock! I really wanted something and the guy behind the counter was like the pusher 'come on, have something.' I had to reply 'sorry, I'm diabetic, just really looking.' Turns out he was too! And his viewpoint again was moderation. He says you can really have anything in here but maybe not all at once, get a cookie, split it up and have just part of it (I know, it's hard) and save the rest for later. He also pointed out they have a table dedicated to sugar free cookies and candy by the register at one end. In the end I still didn't get anything (that diabetic guilt thing) but it was a really nice interaction with this guy regarding viewing life as a diabetic.
 
Unfortunately, don't believe him. Your blood sugar spiked because the body converts alcohol directly to sugar.
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Sorry, just the opposite. Alcohol consumption generally lowers blood glucose.

http://www.diabetes.org/food-and-fitness/food/what-can-i-eat/alcohol.html

ETA - I'm the beer drinking brother. It's a fact. My A1C is 5.8. My fasting glucose level is generally 100 or lower. Triglycerides, another diabetic indicator, ia 138. You don't want to know my cholesterol levels! All due to exercise. Tricglycerides used to be high but after starting on Omega 3 supplements it dropped like a rock!
 
Sorry, just the opposite. Alcohol consumption generally lowers blood glucose.

http://www.diabetes.org/food-and-fitness/food/what-can-i-eat/alcohol.html

ETA - I'm the beer drinking brother. It's a fact. My A1C is 5.8. My fasting glucose level is generally 100 or lower. Triglycerides, another diabetic indicator, ia 138. You don't want to know my cholesterol levels! All due to exercise. Tricglycerides used to be high but after starting on Omega 3 supplements it dropped like a rock!

I don't believe you. I'm your sister. I don't have to. My glucometer doesn't lie. See my previous post. We can disagree,,,, we do disagree,,,, but that doesn't change the fact that I'm your only sister...that we know of!!! :rolleyes1
 
Sorry, just the opposite. Alcohol consumption generally lowers blood glucose.

http://www.diabetes.org/food-and-fitness/food/what-can-i-eat/alcohol.html

ETA - I'm the beer drinking brother. It's a fact. My A1C is 5.8. My fasting glucose level is generally 100 or lower. Triglycerides, another diabetic indicator, ia 138. You don't want to know my cholesterol levels! All due to exercise. Tricglycerides used to be high but after starting on Omega 3 supplements it dropped like a rock!

Ok, you're right. So is hypoglycemia good for you? Probably not. I stand corrected. I still stand by my opinion and my doctor that alchohol in excess is not good for a diabetic. Those that disagree it's merely my personal opinion, and my doctors that the empty calories alcohol provides is not necessarily good for you.
 
:love::love::love::love:

Our daughter was diagnosed with Juvenile Diabetes when she was 5 years old.

We were scared, confused all the emotions that you could imagine. Michelle our daughter handled it better than us.

We were fortunate to get her a great Doctor at Children's Hospital in Philly. We watched as the treatments improved.

Children's really does it right. Her Doctor turned her over to a mentor when she was in her teens. Using my Wife's words concerning Michelle's new found mentor ; that guy (19 years old) is a hunk.

With this tall, blonde, built, good looking young guy, looking over Michelle's shoulder, I knew she would follow the rules---diet, checking urine, now checking blood, exercise, insulin injections (the must do self maintenance)----just following the rule book and changes to the rule book was keeping her healthy and our level of confidence really went up.

Today we are proud grandparents of Renee' (now 14 years old) and Tori (9 years old). Our daughter is a great MOM.

I said to Michelle you really did it right. Her answer "I am no different than anyone else".

That is a great answer---Just follow the rule book and remember, they (medical profession) gets better everyday to help you, but you have to do your homework also.
john
 
Sorry, just the opposite. Alcohol consumption generally lowers blood glucose.

http://www.diabetes.org/food-and-fitness/food/what-can-i-eat/alcohol.html



Go ahead & live in your dream world, but alcohol does not lower blood sugar. It fact it can be deadly in excess for a diabetic. Diabetics do not metabolize alcohol the same as non-diabetics, so it must be used in moderation if at all. For any diabetics reading this, please do not believe that alcohol lowers blood sugar & talk to your own Primary Care Provider about it.
 
I don't believe you.

I beg for your forgiveness. Obviously the American Diabetes Association is misinformed and doesn't have a clue! I m an idiot for listening to them and my physician and my dietician wife. None of them knows what they are talking about and I am a complete moron without any hope of redemption.

Oh, still want to go to Harry Potter in December? Also I'll let you know when we're going to Candlelight. Eating at Biergarden. Good beer there and I won't drink any. :rotfl2::drinking1
 





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