Pre-Diabetes

[MaminaElsie]

Been told I am Pre-Diabetic. Having met quite a lot of people with both Type 1 & 2 Diabetes I am determined to do everything I can not to become diabetic & to move away from being pre-diabetic! Anyone out there with the same problem?

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Diabetes is a metabolic disorder which is a result of the pancreatic gland in our body either produces little or no insulin or the body has developed resistance to insulin. In both cases,the body cells do not receive the glucose needed for production of energy because insulin is essential for glucose to enter the cells. This results in the blood sugar levels to increase beyond acceptable levels,though your body cells are starved for glucose. This condition is very bad for our well being and over long term may result in severe complications. 

Controlling blood sugar levels is a tough job but it is not impossible if you realize that every thing is in your own hands. This is so,because though you may get good advise from doctors and dieticians,it is ultimately Y O U that will have to take all the necessary steps to successfully control diabetes.I am giving certain general suggestions based on my personal experience as a diabetic for 19 years which you may consider and adopt based on your personal choice. 

Diet plays a very important role in managing diabetes. You should reduce intake of foods that are rich in carbohydrates like sweets, rice,wheat,other grains ,potato,beet and other root vegetables rich in starch. You should eat more of vegetables,sprouts(mixed and boiled),greens and salads that give you lot of fiber,vitamins and minerals. Each meal you take should be smaller but you may have 5 or 6 meals instead 3 meals a day. 

Exercise is very important to control diabetes. Daily brisk walking or jogging for at least 40 

to 60 minutes is ideal. Such exercise will consume lots of energy and sugar levels come down accordingly. 

Mental stress aggravates diabetes. Lead a stress free life by adopting relaxation techniques like music, meditation,yoga and breathing exercises. 

Consult a diabetologist and get prescribed for medication if necessary and comply with the doctor's advise scrupulously.You should undergo annual comprehensive check up and quarterly reviews.

Please remember that the most important person in managing your diabetes is Y O U.

[mags4743 in reply to Hidden]

I have been type 1 diabetic for 14 years and suddenly developed insulin resistance, basically type 2 as well (although the medics will refer to this as type 3. Your advice,in my opinion, is better than most doctors will give. Well done.

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Please log into webmd.com and subscribe to their newsletter.It is very educative and give you lots of practical guidelines for you to successfully manage your diabetes

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PLEASE ALSO SEE THE FOLLOWING LINK ON PRE DIABETES.

diabetes.webmd.com/features...

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Please refer on line Diabetes Management Wikepedia for better understanding about your concern.

[Singleblue]

Yes, the doctor told me this morning. I would be grateful for any dietary advice . I need to shift some weight too. I have familial cholesterol . I feel generally unwell at the moment with sleeping problems , cant seem to get my head above water.

[chelsealouise33x in reply to Singleblue]

Hello I know the feeling feel exactly the same. x