Guest guest Posted May 28, 2004 Report Share Posted May 28, 2004 > >> >> Hi Jackie, I will give you a few pointers to start with. First, I >> recommend you go to the book store or library, get a copy of Diabetes for Dummies >> by dr rubin. Very good primer to give you a head start. Next, has your >> doctor mentioned the diabetes society? Or a dietician? The d soc, gives >> excellent classes that insurances pay for. Have you got a monitor? A blood >> glucose monitor and test strips are going to be an important part of your life >> now. Did your dr start you with weight loss and exercise? Walking after >> each meal really dramaticallt cuts your BG's (blood sugar or glucose readings). >> Test before meals, journal what you eat, test again 2 hours after. This >> way, you can see what affects you. Steer clear of white. White bread, white >> rice, potatoes, these things are no longer your friends, I am sorry, it is >> a harsh reality. Occasionally you may wish a little, by all means, it will >> not kill you, but it will make your BG;s rise. Be sure you have washed your >> hands pryor to testing, I had a fellow who had some left over something and >> got a reading through the roof! LOL Lotions are a must for your feet. I >> know, but diabetics have many problems with their feet and you want to keep >> yours, right? >> As for recipes, the first thing you need to determine is how many carbs you >> can eat at one meal, your dietician will help you here. This depends on >> whether you have weight to lose or not, also. My first recipe book just >> happened to be Jo Lund's H.E.L.P. Healthy Exchanges for Diabetics. She >> gives simple, easy to follow recipes, a complete pantry list in ech book (she >> updates with new products as they come out, in each new book) A major thing >> she teaches is portion control. You will be in for quite a shock here, but it >> does matter. This is an easy way to learn. Labels are now the first thing >> you look at. Carbs? sugars? Lots to learn, you have time. We are here, >> ready willing and able to guide you with our experiences. Also willing to >> pray for you, your life is taking a big change now. You will be okay, I >> promise ;-) it just takes a lot of reading and getting used to. Keep your >> printer ink full and stocked with paper. We send lots of info that has to be >> chewed on for a while, get a 3 hole punch and a few binders..... You will be >> fine, until you are ready for mor info, I send you peace in your heart. >> Hugs, Marilyn (ps if you want a good site to read, try >> www.Mendosa@... Rick will give you a good overview of diabetes, and the glycemic index >> is explained well there, too. This tells you how fast something will turn >> to sugar in your blood stream, giving you high readings. As I said, relax, >> this will soon begin to make sense to you :-) > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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