My wife just found out after blood work for hypoglycemia that she is pre-diabetic
Is there anything special or any advise to follow for diet specific to this condition\?
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My wife just found out after blood work for hypoglycemia that she is pre-diabetic
Is there anything special or any advise to follow for diet specific to this condition\?
Hmmm. Sorry to hear that. I am diabetic but controlled with diet , exercise and oral med.Quote:
Originally Posted by Lunk1
small meals, low glycemic, limit sugar, eating regular like every 3 hours., limit processes foods and even fruit. Eat fibrous veggies and more protein. Watch for hidden sugars in sauces, dressings etc....
Was she fasting at the time of the test?Quote:
Originally Posted by Lunk1
Was it an A-1-C test or just a standard blood glucose meter?
As GGR said, I am pretty sure with diet and exercise she can turn this around.
GGR, what's meds are you taking?
Metformin sweetieQuote:
Originally Posted by 00ragincajun00
Wow. She lost 80 lbs. awesome.Quote:
Originally Posted by Lunk1
Maybe she was per diabetic b4???
Took her about 3 years...she has kept it off for another 4 or so now. Changed her whole lifestyle of course. Never had any health issues when she wa heavy...what a friggin deal.
Now she has to work on adjusting her diet again to avoid blood sugar issues.
So she was treated for both low if u don't mind my asking?Quote:
Originally Posted by Lunk1
pre diabetic mean type 1 ?
i was diagnosed at 13 years old..
Interesting. She will be going in for 1 more Blood test yet. At this point I believe it can be controlled with diet, but for how long is anyones guess!