Prediabetic

I am prediabetic. Both of my parents were diabetics and my dad died from complications from being a diabetic. I do pretty good when I am at home eating good and keeping good numbers, but it is hard being around others. They are always trying to push sweets my way even though I tell them I cannot have them. It is hard when I am not home eating right. I do try to limit things but being from the south it's like everyone cooks sweets and cook a lot of things that turn to sugar. I feel like they don't even hear what I am saying. I feel bad when I can't eat what they offer, but I don't want to take medication for it if I do not have to. It's not easy to being around others sometimes.

[nyonyo]

I think the problem is in your mind, and the answer is very simple, good friends won't push a friend to do what he doesn't like....your choice

[mizpurple]

This is a hard thing. There are so many social rituals around food! Other people sometimes resent a person who is able to resist what they cannot. Do your best to make consistently good choices and maybe choose indulgences that don't involve sugary carbs or take only a bite or two instead of a full portion. Good luck with changing your life in such a positive way! Deb in Colorado

[AmberLee21 in reply to mizpurple]

I agree with this comments and I would add exercises. If you take that one small bite, to "please" those people, you can always do some extra physical exercises. It's also a great way to control your blood sugar level.

[laboydia]

Be strong and resisit. You're doing a good job!

[Jetneo]

I bring a Quest cookie or some other sugarfree low carb packaged treat with me, and when tempted, eat that! I’ve even brought my own chicken crust pizza to a pizza party! People want to “get their way” but how much time do you spend watching what everybody’s eating? I mention it as little as possible. Sharing a dessert with friends? Take a spoonful of the whipped cream and avoid the rest! It’s not their vision, neuropathy, heart disease that’s at risk, it’s yours! Co-dependent no more! 💚