[LucyD]

Originally Posted by Marylin

I sorted my grocery shop,put it in the basket ready to order on the 3rd for the start of my diet,no sugary treats,no fruit juices,all healthy vegetables,some meat and vegetable soups,I want to lose weight big time and get my blood sugar levels down.

Sounds like you're doing it right! You can do it!

[possum220]

What a rough trot you and your wife are having. Hope the show you are seeing can brighten you both up.

How are you going Marilyn?
Today I am packing for tomorrow's operation. Finally here. Least the waiting part is nearly at an end. My bsls are higher than normal but I have not been eating properly which is to be expected.

[Gr3tta_0]

@possom - best of luck with your operation! I am glad the waiting portion is over. Here's hoping for a speedy recovery. 😊

[possum220]

Thanks Gr3tta. Recovery stage in now happening, feeling tired. Might have something to do with the pain meds. bsls were off the charts in hospital. Hope they will resolve at home.

[Gr3tta_0]

Originally Posted by possum220

Thanks Gr3tta. Recovery stage in now happening, feeling tired. Might have something to do with the pain meds. bsls were off the charts in hospital. Hope they will resolve at home.

Oh dear. Sometimes a procedure throws things out of whack. I hope you will keep track, and seek follow up as needed from home. Hoping for a safe and speedy recovery for you!!

[Marylin]

Struggling,haven't measured again in days....gotta get a grip!

[Gr3tta_0]

Extremely nervous to go see the doctor that did so much damage to my wife tomorrow. Will go over the plan ahead of time. Very angry.

Hope everyone is having a nice weekend.

[Marylin]

I have still not measured my blood sugars for days.I also ate biscuits and other sugary things.....bad.

[possum220]

Good luck at the doctor Gr3tta. Hope you can sort things out.


Day at a time Marilyn.

Really not managing here. Never want to leave the house. Not sleeping.

Hi guys, it's been a long while since I've been in this thread. I've changed my username recently, because I was tired of the other one.

I started here with some resolve to eat and do better. I lost my meter for a while, so I didn't check my levels. They are ok, but I need to remember to make a doctor's appointment tomorrow.

[Marylin]

Stuck with this,still not measuring my blood sugar levels and still eating stuff I should not be eating and still obese.

[LucyD]

I ate a few of the wrong things over the weekend and then ate too much yesterday, gained 8 pounds back of the 27 I had lost. My blood sugar was up more than usual today. So I am having tuna at my meals. Good source of protein. I hate Diabetes!!

[Gr3tta_0]

I hate diabetes also!!!

My wife has made a bunch more pump adjustments. I hope they help. I hope she doesn't go back the other direction now. She now needs another fistulagram, also, which is outpatient vascular surgery.

I truly hope everyone can test their blood sugar soon! I do know its difficult and very frustrating.

[Gr3tta_0]

How is everyone doing post Halloween? Or just this week if no Halloween where you live.

[Marylin]

I measured my blood sugars for the first time in 20 days, it is 360,far too high. Got to take action but my fridge is stacked with desserts full of sugar. Had fruit juices today too !I am out of control ad feel like a failure, and we are headed towards Christmas which for me is the treat time season in food terms. Problems, problems, problems!

[possum220]

In honor of logging in to this thread I tested my BSL's. 8.2 a little higher than I would like. Halloween hasn't gone viral in Australia so that is not an issue. We dont have Thanksgiving here either. Another bonus.

Having gum issues. Was at the dentist this morning and off to the periodontist on Tuesday. I wonder if psych meds over decades have impacted on my oral health.

[Gr3tta_0]

Originally Posted by Marylin

I measured my blood sugars for the first time in 20 days, it is 360,far too high. Got to take action but my fridge is stacked with desserts full of sugar. Had fruit juices today too !I am out of control ad feel like a failure, and we are headed towards Christmas which for me is the treat time season in food terms. Problems, problems, problems!

Do you take insulin, Marylin? Do you know how to correct okay? Have you tested for ketones? You can buy test strips for ketones over the counter at pharmacies.
How about mixing juice with sparkling water, for a similar taste with less sugar?
The holidays are challenging for many people. Feel better soon!

[Gr3tta_0]

Originally Posted by possum220

In honor of logging in to this thread I tested my BSL's. 8.2 a little higher than I would like. Halloween hasn't gone viral in Australia so that is not an issue. We dont have Thanksgiving here either. Another bonus.

Having gum issues. Was at the dentist this morning and off to the periodontist on Tuesday. I wonder if psych meds over decades have impacted on my oral health.

The reading system is different there, but i looked it up, and 8.2 seems a little high, but not too bad, is that correct?
Good luck with the periodontist! I hope your symptoms can be treated, and you will feel better.

[Gr3tta_0]

I don't suppose anyone has experience with a gastric pacemaker? My wife is looking into having one, we are waiting for surgical consult appointment.
I really want to avoid a PEG tube. This would all be for gastroparethsis.
Be well all.

[possum220]

The doctors normally would like people to be between 5-8 so 8.2 is nothing to be upset about. Still waiting to see the gum man tomorrow so nothing to report there.

Gastric Pacemaker? I didn't know they had them. Hope the consult goes well for you both and something good can be sorted out.

[Marylin]

I have set a date,Sunday,18 November,for starting to be strict about what I eat so as to control my blood sugars.I will be attempting to follow the Eat To Live program by Joel Fuhrman MD.I will eat healthy and try to exercise more by walking more.I will measure my blood sugars regularly.

[Gr3tta_0]

Originally Posted by Marylin

I have set a date,Sunday,18 November,for starting to be strict about what I eat so as to control my blood sugars.I will be attempting to follow the Eat To Live program by Joel Fuhrman MD.I will eat healthy and try to exercise more by walking more.I will measure my blood sugars regularly.

Good plan! If you want to post your progress here, i will be happy to support you.

[Gr3tta_0]

My wife has several eye procedures set up to help stop the growth of extra leaky blood vessels in the back of her eyes. This should prevent some future vision problems.
The gastric surgeon consult is next week. I hope he will think its a good fit. She is eating almost no solid foods lately. She just can't.

How are all of you? Do those of you in the US have Thanksgiving plans?

[Marylin]

I got diverted from my diet and diabetes care by my narc family who dished out more traumatic abuse to me last weekend.I will get back on track as I am making myself a priority and going 100% no contact with my narc family.

[Gr3tta_0]

Did anyone have a nice Hanukkah? Or have other holiday plans?
My wife is having a gastric stimulater implanted (surgery) next week. Always worrying to have surgery, but we're glad she's getting it, and hope it will help in the long run.
Hope all are well.