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Do I need to watch intake of daily Calories?.

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I am 67 yrs. old male and was diagnosed with diabetes in 1999. 3 months ago I stopped taking Janumet 1000/50 and GlipZIDE 2.5mg but again take it once a while when I cheat in eating Indian/Chinese buffets and sweets. My A1C is 5.6 and weight fluctuates between 137 lbs and lbs.143 for the last 2 months. I have been on Egg fast diet and LCHF diet. I watch my Carbs but do I need to worry about daily intake of calories and how much? I seldom take Rice,Roti,Bread,Sugar and Milk. I drink Almond Silk Milk and use Ghee,VCO and Olive Oil for my cooking. Thanks in advance for any and all replies.

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Yes,if any one takes high carb low fat (HCLF) diet!

No,if any one takes low carb high fat (LCHF) diet!!

However,excess of any thing is not good.

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banku007 in reply to alwaysoptimistic

Thanks. I am on LCHF.

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What has your doctor said about the issue? When was your last appointment?

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banku007 in reply to Activity2004

I saw my 2 weeks ago and She said everything looks great but didn't discuss the dosage. Thanks.

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Activity2004Administrator in reply to banku007

Please check with your doctor about the dose when you get a chance to call them. Leave a message, if necessary.

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banku007 in reply to Activity2004

Thnx and Happy New Year.

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Activity2004Administrator in reply to banku007

Thank you so much for the wishes! You, too!😀

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banku007

You can become drug free if your a1c is 5.6. Forget rice, bread, sugar and milk. Roti also should be restricted. What is Almond silk milk ?

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banku007 in reply to suramo

Thanks. I believe Almond Silk Milk is made with almonds. I don't know exactly but 8oz. serving has only 30 calories. It's available here in USA at any grocery Store.

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Activity2004Administrator in reply to banku007

That's exactly what Almond Soy Milk is suppose to be. Soy milk is healthier than normal milk because of the soy that is in it.

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banku007 in reply to Activity2004

Mine is Almond Vanila Beverage which is free od dairy,Lactose and Soy. I do take Almond Silk Milk whichis also Dairy .Lactose and Soy free.

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Activity2004Administrator in reply to banku007

Sounds great!

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BudhaS

Seems you are doing well. Calorie intake is not required to be monitored if your BMI is less than 25 or declared overweight/obese.

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banku007 in reply to BudhaS

Thanks. My BMI is 24.7.

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cbgirl

It sounds like you have a healthy diet ☺ Did you consult with your Dr about your meds.....I think that taking it consistently might be better for overall control?

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banku007 in reply to cbgirl

Thanks. I didn't consult with my primary doctor but I try not to take every day unless I ate outside food or some sweets.

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banku007

Thanks. I understand. I will be careful now on.

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