Guest guest Posted October 25, 2001 Report Share Posted October 25, 2001 Hi Sussie well my levels today I was 180 when I got up, then 130 at lunch, then 160 when I came home and then 127 after I walked, I just ate dinner a while ago. I have been staying around 160 most times now but it was 263 when I found out. I have come to realize I eat too much bread and I'm not much of a meat eater so that is not bothering me, I am a big tuna eater and fish eater and chicken, the only meat I eat or ate occassionally was a good old Philadelphia Cheesesteak, gonna miss them, used to treat myself once a month. Dottie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 25, 2001 Report Share Posted October 25, 2001 In a message dated 10/25/01 8:59:36 PM Eastern Daylight Time, cld60@... writes: > Hi Sussie, Have you tried Splenda in your coffee? I use it all the time in my oatmeal and hot tea without any problems. Eunice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 25, 2001 Report Share Posted October 25, 2001 In a message dated 10/25/01 9:46:31 PM Eastern Daylight Time, sjones319@... writes: > Hi , Thanks for reminding me about grapefruit. I was not able to eat grapefruit or drink the juice while on one of the blood pressure meds. Grapefruit juice was my favorite. Now that I'm off those meds, going to try the grapefruit. Eunice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 26, 2001 Report Share Posted October 26, 2001 Hi Dottie: My name is Marie. I don't have diabetes, but my boyfriend, Bob, does, that is why I joined the group to get help in being a caregiver. Everyone here is great!!!!! You will find all helpful and supportive. Where are you from? Marie from Boston --- Dottie wrote: > Hi > > I am new to the group. I was diagnosed with type 2 > diabetes 4 weeks > ago. Right now I am taking classes through a group > called > CorCommunity that meets in a local hospital, next > week is the food > and nutrition class, which I can't wait to take that > one. I have > lost 8lbs but am having a problem with what to eat. > Just wanted to > say Hi. > > Dottie > > __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 26, 2001 Report Share Posted October 26, 2001 HI Dottie, I'm new too. Only known for a week...I have been eating one egg and one slice of bacon in the moring and usually vegetable soup with meat in ti for lunch and then dinner is balanced carbs.. What are your blood levels? sussie hello Hi I am new to the group. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 4 weeks ago. Right now I am taking classes through a group called CorCommunity that meets in a local hospital, next week is the food and nutrition class, which I can't wait to take that one. I have lost 8lbs but am having a problem with what to eat. Just wanted to say Hi. Dottie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 26, 2001 Report Share Posted October 26, 2001 Gosh, You sound just like me! I guess I am not alone. It's confusing isn't it? .. I should call my local hospital and see if they have such classes. I miss my morning sugar in my coffee. sussie Re: hello Hi Sussie well my levels today I was 180 when I got up, then 130 at lunch, then 160 when I came home and then 127 after I walked, I just ate dinner a while ago. I have been staying around 160 most times now but it was 263 when I found out. I have come to realize I eat too much bread and I'm not much of a meat eater so that is not bothering me, I am a big tuna eater and fish eater and chicken, the only meat I eat or ate occassionally was a good old Philadelphia Cheesesteak, gonna miss them, used to treat myself once a month. Dottie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 26, 2001 Report Share Posted October 26, 2001 Yes, I have just started using Spenda. Its good.but not sugar but I will get used to it in time. What about fructose. Yes it's a carb but only 2grams a teaspoon..And the box says its safe for diabetes but im not testing it until I can be sure??? sussie Re: hello In a message dated 10/25/01 8:59:36 PM Eastern Daylight Time, cld60@... writes: > Hi Sussie, Have you tried Splenda in your coffee? I use it all the time in my oatmeal and hot tea without any problems. Eunice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 26, 2001 Report Share Posted October 26, 2001 Hi Dottie, Welcome to the group. I m type 2 also.. got diagnosed the same time as u.. roughly. There are some good exchange diet and diabetic diet websites out there to refer to .. Did the Dr prescribe any certain diet etc? Are u on any meds???the American diabetes Assoc has a site also. I ve found them very useful. www.diabetes.org Deb --- Dottie wrote: > Hi > > I am new to the group. I was diagnosed with type 2 > diabetes 4 weeks > ago. Right now I am taking classes through a group > called > CorCommunity that meets in a local hospital, next > week is the food > and nutrition class, which I can't wait to take that > one. I have > lost 8lbs but am having a problem with what to eat. > Just wanted to > say Hi. > > Dottie > > __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 26, 2001 Report Share Posted October 26, 2001 I love Splenda, it is great on grapefruit and cereal also. ----- Original Message ----- > Have you tried Splenda in your coffee? I use it all the time in my oatmeal > and hot tea without any problems. > > Eunice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 26, 2001 Report Share Posted October 26, 2001 I am on BP meds too, now a fluid pill also. ----- Original Message ----- > Hi , > Thanks for reminding me about grapefruit. I was not able to eat grapefruit > or drink the juice while on one of the blood pressure meds. Grapefruit juice > was my favorite. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 26, 2001 Report Share Posted October 26, 2001 I have used equal or sweet and low for years, so that's one thing I didn't have to get used to. Dottie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 26, 2001 Report Share Posted October 26, 2001 HI Deb no my doctor hasn't put me on med yet. I have to finish this class that she put me in and then go back and discuss, but she said if I go on meds she would like me to only be on for a few months, to try and do the control thing and then keep it in check on my own. This Tuesday is the food class and there is a nutritionist going to teach and she has a meal plan set up for each of us based on our individuality. She has been in contact with our doctors and the teacher for the class. So it should be interesting. Dottie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 26, 2001 Report Share Posted October 26, 2001 In a message dated 10/25/01 10:37:49 PM Eastern Daylight Time, sjones319@... writes: > Hi , I was on Verapamil for BP. My pharmacist told me not to have grapefruit at least an hour after taking the meds. I could not eat or drink grapefruit at any time. It changed my BP readings. Eunice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 26, 2001 Report Share Posted October 26, 2001 Hello, I am new to the group also. I am Type 2 and diagnosed November 2000. I was in good control, but my last A1c was 6.1, this time it was 6.6. My cholesterol and triglycerides are both 100 points higher than the ones in July 2001. I am thinking about going on less meats, and choosing beans as my protein. Does anyone have any suggestions or recipes to offer to me. I am on medication only. Thanks, Judi --- Dottie wrote: > Hi > > I am new to the group. I was diagnosed with type 2 > diabetes 4 weeks > ago. Right now I am taking classes through a group > called > CorCommunity that meets in a local hospital, next > week is the food > and nutrition class, which I can't wait to take that > one. I have > lost 8lbs but am having a problem with what to eat. > Just wanted to > say Hi. > > Dottie > > __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 26, 2001 Report Share Posted October 26, 2001 > Hello, > > I am new to the group also. I am Type 2 and diagnosed > November 2000. I was in good control, but my last A1c > was 6.1, this time it was 6.6. My cholesterol and > triglycerides are both 100 points higher than the ones > in July 2001. I am thinking about going on less > meats, and choosing beans as my protein. Does anyone > have any suggestions or recipes to offer to me. I am > on medication only. > > Thanks, > > Judi > --- Dottie wrote: > > Hi > > > > I am new to the group. I was diagnosed with type 2 > > diabetes 4 weeks > > ago. Right now I am taking classes through a group > > called > > CorCommunity that meets in a local hospital, next > > week is the food > > and nutrition class, which I can't wait to take that > > one. I have > > lost 8lbs but am having a problem with what to eat. > > Just wanted to > > say Hi. > > > > Dottie > > > > > Dottie, I am aware of a " Beans and Greens " Cookbook. I have been told > Terrorist Attacks on U.S. - How can you help? > Donate cash, emergency relief information > http://us.click.yahoo.com/d49MCB/3WDDAA/ySSFAA/6xSolB/TM > ---------------------------------------------------------------------~-> > > To leave this list please go to diabetes-unsubscribe > Hope you come back soon! > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 26, 2001 Report Share Posted October 26, 2001 Grapefruit juice enhances potency of bloodpressure meds. I still eat grapefruit, BP not down as far as it needs to so do not have to worry about dropping too low at the present. I am on Norvasc (calcium channel blocker). Marie > In a message dated 10/25/01 10:37:49 PM Eastern Daylight Time, > sjones319@n... writes: > > > > > > Hi , > I was on Verapamil for BP. My pharmacist told me not to have grapefruit at > least an hour after taking the meds. I could not eat or drink grapefruit at > any time. It changed my BP readings. > > Eunice > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 26, 2001 Report Share Posted October 26, 2001 In a message dated 10/26/01 12:25:44 PM Eastern Daylight Time, warriorjudi@... writes: > I am thinking about going on less > Hi Judi, Have you tried making a bean soup? That is something I enjoy. I can eat beans and it does not raise my BG's. However, some people cannot eat them. You may want to test after eating them to see what happens with your BG's. If you want a bean soup recipe, I'll find one and send it to you. Eunice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 27, 2001 Report Share Posted October 27, 2001 I am on Toprol, I am really not sure about eating grapefruit with it. ----- Original Message ----- > > > > > Hi , > I was on Verapamil for BP. My pharmacist told me not to have grapefruit at > least an hour after taking the meds. I could not eat or drink grapefruit at > any time. It changed my BP readings. > > Eunice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 27, 2001 Report Share Posted October 27, 2001 Hi Judi, Welcome to the group. I don't know the answers but just wanted to welcome you. ----- Original Message ----- To: <diabetes > > Hello, > > I am new to the group also. I am Type 2 and diagnosed > November 2000. I was in good control, but my last A1c > was 6.1, this time it was 6.6. My cholesterol and > triglycerides are both 100 points higher than the ones > in July 2001. I am thinking about going on less > meats, and choosing beans as my protein. Does anyone > have any suggestions or recipes to offer to me. I am > on medication only. > > Thanks, > > Judi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 27, 2001 Report Share Posted October 27, 2001 Hi Judi: Welcome to the list. My name is Marie from Boston. My boyfriend, Bob, has type 1 diabetes and I'm the caregiver. Ergo, the reason for joining the list. Everyone is wonderful and supportive. Marie --- wrote: > Hi Judi, Welcome to the group. I don't know the > answers but just wanted to > welcome you. > > ----- Original Message ----- > > To: <diabetes > > > > Hello, > > > > I am new to the group also. I am Type 2 and > diagnosed > > November 2000. I was in good control, but my last > A1c > > was 6.1, this time it was 6.6. My cholesterol and > > triglycerides are both 100 points higher than the > ones > > in July 2001. I am thinking about going on less > > meats, and choosing beans as my protein. Does > anyone > > have any suggestions or recipes to offer to me. I > am > > on medication only. > > > > Thanks, > > > > Judi > > > __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 28, 2001 Report Share Posted October 28, 2001 Eunice, I would like that! The only recipe I used is the bean soup recipe that comes on the 18 Beans soup Beans at the grocery store. Judi --- ERWachter@... wrote: > In a message dated 10/26/01 12:25:44 PM Eastern > Daylight Time, > warriorjudi@... writes: > > > > I am thinking about going on less > > > > Hi Judi, > > Have you tried making a bean soup? That is > something I enjoy. I can eat > beans and it does not raise my BG's. However, some > people cannot eat them. > You may want to test after eating them to see what > happens with your BG's. > If you want a bean soup recipe, I'll find one and > send it to you. > > Eunice > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been > removed] > > __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 28, 2001 Report Share Posted October 28, 2001 , Thanks for the welcome. Judi --- wrote: > Hi Judi, Welcome to the group. I don't know the > answers but just wanted to > welcome you. > > ----- Original Message ----- > > To: <diabetes > > > > Hello, > > > > I am new to the group also. I am Type 2 and > diagnosed > > November 2000. I was in good control, but my last > A1c > > was 6.1, this time it was 6.6. My cholesterol and > > triglycerides are both 100 points higher than the > ones > > in July 2001. I am thinking about going on less > > meats, and choosing beans as my protein. Does > anyone > > have any suggestions or recipes to offer to me. I > am > > on medication only. > > > > Thanks, > > > > Judi > > > __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 28, 2001 Report Share Posted October 28, 2001 Deb, I have been eating @ 8 oz of meat a day, I am on 2000 calorie diet. Yes I know Beans is a carb. I was on the diet for one day and already my sugar's dropped 15 points. I am also trying to eat when I am hungry and not because it is time to eat. I will wait and see the results. Judi --- Deb Knee wrote: > Hi Judi, > how many servings of meat have u been eating a day?? > > u do know that beans are considered a starch right > and > not a meat.. > Deb > --- Judi r wrote: > > Hello, > > > > I am new to the group also. I am Type 2 and > > diagnosed > > November 2000. I was in good control, but my last > > A1c > > was 6.1, this time it was 6.6. My cholesterol and > > triglycerides are both 100 points higher than the > > ones > > in July 2001. I am thinking about going on less > > meats, and choosing beans as my protein. Does > > anyone > > have any suggestions or recipes to offer to me. I > > am > > on medication only. > > > > Thanks, > > > > Judi > > --- Dottie wrote: > > > Hi > > > > > > I am new to the group. I was diagnosed with > type > > 2 > > > diabetes 4 weeks > > > ago. Right now I am taking classes through a > > group > > > called > > > CorCommunity that meets in a local hospital, > next > > > week is the food > > > and nutrition class, which I can't wait to take > > that > > > one. I have > > > lost 8lbs but am having a problem with what to > > eat. > > > Just wanted to > > > say Hi. > > > > > > Dottie > > > > > > > > > > > > __________________________________________________ > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 28, 2001 Report Share Posted October 28, 2001 Wow Judi.. Thats GREAT!! let me know how its going!! Deb --- Judi r wrote: > Deb, > > I have been eating @ 8 oz of meat a day, I am on > 2000 > calorie diet. Yes I know Beans is a carb. I was on > the diet for one day and already my sugar's dropped > 15 > points. I am also trying to eat when I am hungry > and > not because it is time to eat. I will wait and see > the results. > > Judi > > --- Deb Knee wrote: > > Hi Judi, > > how many servings of meat have u been eating a > day?? > > > > u do know that beans are considered a starch right > > and > > not a meat.. > > Deb > > --- Judi r wrote: > > > Hello, > > > > > > I am new to the group also. I am Type 2 and > > > diagnosed > > > November 2000. I was in good control, but my > last > > > A1c > > > was 6.1, this time it was 6.6. My cholesterol > and > > > triglycerides are both 100 points higher than > the > > > ones > > > in July 2001. I am thinking about going on less > > > meats, and choosing beans as my protein. Does > > > anyone > > > have any suggestions or recipes to offer to me. > I > > > am > > > on medication only. > > > > > > Thanks, > > > > > > Judi > > > --- Dottie wrote: > > > > Hi > > > > > > > > I am new to the group. I was diagnosed with > > type > > > 2 > > > > diabetes 4 weeks > > > > ago. Right now I am taking classes through a > > > group > > > > called > > > > CorCommunity that meets in a local hospital, > > next > > > > week is the food > > > > and nutrition class, which I can't wait to > take > > > that > > > > one. I have > > > > lost 8lbs but am having a problem with what to > > > eat. > > > > Just wanted to > > > > say Hi. > > > > > > > > Dottie > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > __________________________________________________ > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 28, 2001 Report Share Posted October 28, 2001 Deb, I am so happy. I tested my blood sugar this morning and I was 107. My average prior was 148. I woke up in the middle of the night about 4am and tested at 134. And this is so much easier to do. Judi __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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