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10/19/2011 07:01 PM

Diet advice

Wintersnow1

I have had warnings from my doctor(s) for years telling me that my A1C was creeping up. That I needed to make changes, etc. Well, on my last check my A1C level was 7.4. The doctor said that if I do not lose weight in 3 months that he will put me on medication. I have other health issues, Fibromayalsia, Hypo Thyroid, Lymes Disease. My nightmare is to be put on another medication.

Also, I have been a vegeterian for over 20 years. Since my blood sugar levels have increased I have forced myself to eat some chicken (must be boneless and in small pieces), and fish. I have a moral delimina with killing animals. Don't get me wrong, I am not preachy about it. It just isn't for me. I do not eat deep fried anything and only fried if it is sauteed in a small amount of olive oil. I do eat a fair amount of vegetables. I have never really been a big berry eater so I try to mix up smoothies at home without the added sugars.

Does anyone have advice to a "recovering" vegetarian. LOL

Thanks for your imput.

Hugs.

10/22/2011 04:36 PM Top

Nitalynn

Posts: 1404
Senior Member

You know I wonder about adding a bit of whey protein to your smoothies. You'll want to check on the calories and carbs involved of course. It might be a little easier to "tolerate" than a lot of meat. I also have the fibro and thyroid along with IBS, Gerd and several other things I can't even think of at the moment. My hubby is always laughing that with all the pills we take we shouldn't have to eat at all!

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10/28/2011 06:53 PM Top
Wintersnow1	Thanks for the suggestion. I will look in to that.

11/10/2011 06:19 PM Top

Pixie1960

Posts: 1743
Group Leader
I'm an Advocate

Hello Windersnow1,

The best advice I can give you is see a dietitian ASAP. Consistent low or high blood sugar can cause serious health consequences.

Good luck! Let us know how it goes.

Hugs,

Kathleen

I am not a DOCTOR! You should consult a physician in all matters relating to your health, particularly in respect to any symptoms that may require medical attention. If you have a medical emergency please contact your doctor, go to your local emergency room or call 911.

I am not a LAWYER. The information that I share is from personal experiences and is to be considered as friendly advice only.

Hypothyroidism, hypertension, bi-polar II, Diabetes II, fibromyalgia and Parkinson's disease as well as IBS.

Group Leader for Diabetes II and Irritable Bowel Syndrome group.

Life doesn't have to be perfect to be wonderful!

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11/11/2011 06:58 AM Top
Wintersnow1	Thank you Kathleen. That is a great idea. I will call my insurance company today.
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