A few weeks ago I had my blood drawn for the yearly health fair. They checked the lipid blood panels, A1c, and vitamin D. My numbers (except for the A1c) have improved in the last year. Some numbers (like cholesterol, and LDL) were still in high ranges, but they have improved. My A1c was 8.7, not my highest number as a diabetic, but I still need to improve.
A few months back I posted that for health reasons I would be starting a low carb/ketogenic diet. Life happens, however, and I didn’t stick to it consistently.
I know that the way of eating works though. I have proof with my blood sugars. They go from consistently above 200 to 70-140’s.
My trouble is sticking to the low carb lifestyle. I have poor self control, which I need to work on. I also don’t really like eating mostly just protein and fat. It makes me feel nauseous and not hungry, but I know I still need to eat. –If anyone has tips on that, feel free to share those–
My plan is to eat low carb 6 days a week, and have 1 high carb day. If my A1c doesn’t improve enough, I’ll cut back on the “cheat” days.
Maybe I need to post a weekly update here to try to keep myself accountable. What do you all think?
Defensively you will find a way … I do not doubt that … you are a very strong woman
Thank you, I am trying…it’s definitely not easy!
I agree … you also need to be a bit stubborn ?
I will definitely be praying your levels improve, I know how hard those low carb diets are to stick to!
They are, I honestly don’t know if I can do it! I am trying my hardest though.
I hope you can find the way that works best for you! The updates should be helpful too! Best wishes!
Thank you, I know I need to do this, just hard when you don’t like the food!
You will definitely find a way to overcome it, especially your lifestyle in terms of eating.
Perhaps alternative practices; acupuncture, self-hypnosis, herbs or anything else can help.
Maybe, though I have never tried any of those.
Just a suggestion, who knows it’s useful.
I think you should do whatever works for you to stay healthy.
Good luck! I am sure you will figure it all out.
Thank you. I am definitely trying to figure that out
If I can’t stick to this diet, I know insulin is my next step.
Nice post
Waooo Nice Hunger Time.
Eat as a small amount to allocate it 5 times a day. And if you feel hunger, eat fruit. It helps me.
I heard eating more often keeps insulin spiked. Also, fruit would spike my blood sugar if I ate it.