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Comment on Type 2 Diabetic Want’s To Stop Metformin Is It 2 Late To Stop The Metformin? by kes

kes — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 22:56:51 +0000

ONLY TWICE, I HAVE TO TAKE 4 A DAY

Comment on Type 2 Diabetic Want’s To Stop Metformin Is It 2 Late To Stop The Metformin? by Wan S

Wan S — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:12:19 +0000

medication for diabetes people is for a long life, woulb be better continue metformin….cause metformin have fuction to prevent effect complication next

Comment on Old Fashioned Oats Vs Quick Oats….which Is Better For A Diabetic Or Hypertensive? by Nana Lamb

Nana Lamb — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 16:18:46 +0000

The operative word on cholesterol lowering of oats is MAY!! But oats like any other grain or cereal product will for sure RAISE your glucose. Either one of the varieties.
The operative word on any food that proclaims it MAY lower cholelsterol is MAY!! It cannot say for sure that it WILL. The same applies to Hypertension or high blood pressusre.
The only thing we know for sure is that any grain or cereal product is a higher Carbohydrate and is turned to sugar in digestion so raises glucose or blood sugar.
In the 1980s the Congressional Committee in charge of setting goals for USDA foods standards came up with a buzz phrase for starchy foods like grains, cereals etc. This buzz phrase is “complex carbohydrates” and has absolutely NO scientific research that they are good for us or even necessary in our diets. They had stockpiles of these commodities to get rid of since Russia wasn’t paying for them. How to do that? Get the American public to eat more of them. Oats is one of those commodities!!
My grandparents could not have breakfast without first a small dish of stewed prunes (3), a half cup of oatmeal, 2 eggs, and a meat of some kind along with 2 slices of toast. Neither was fat, both worked hard on the ranch. Grandpa died of heart disease, Gram died of worn out body at 96!
I am not convinced that any form of gaggy oats is necessary to good health.
my link to research on heavy carbs is missing on this new computer! Sorry! It was an article on drugs.com and I can’t find it.

Comment on Type 2 Diabetic Want’s To Stop Metformin Is It 2 Late To Stop The Metformin? by Tsunami

Tsunami — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:15:51 +0000

why do you want to stop it i am sure its hleping with something kept down its a good med. and you not taking it could lead to shots. i am not sure why you want to stop you have not said. i know i take it and its alot better then shots.

Comment on I Don’t Want To Have Diabetes? by nazrolbo

nazrolbo — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 11:24:11 +0000

According to American diabetes association 7% population of united stated is suffering from this disease that is 20.8 million adults and children. One third of these patients are not aware of their disease. There are some tests which health professionals conduct to find if the person is having diabetes or pre-diabetes

Comment on Old Fashioned Oats Vs Quick Oats….which Is Better For A Diabetic Or Hypertensive? by Tabea

Tabea — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:57:00 +0000

For a diabetic, the best option is NO oats as they are very high in carbohydrate and will quickly spike blood sugar.

Comment on Type 2 Diabetic Want’s To Stop Metformin Is It 2 Late To Stop The Metformin? by Madre

Madre — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:23:57 +0000

It’s never too late to stop it, although if you’re still running a high A1C then I would think you’d need to replace it with something. Talk to your doctor about why you want to discontinue this medication, and he will give you your options.

Comment on Advise Regarding Diabetes? by ?

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:41:11 +0000

298 is very high. She needs to start Metformin and Glimepride yesterday. Then if numbers don’t come down then Insulin.
As for the healthy lifestyle , here’s the way:
There are 4 key steps to controlling glucose levels :
1) EXERCISE- Walking is fine but Nordic Walking is Great. Exercise also lowers Glucose levels , lowers Cholesterol and lowers Blood Pressure. Google it.Exercise is Non-Negotiable !!!Thats why it is Number 1 on the list.
2) Knowledge- http://www.phlaunt.com/diabetes/index.ph… This is a great site for info
3) Meds. Metformin to start. Never , ever take Actos or Avandia. They may kill you. Bone fractures, heart problems and what diabetics really don’t need is that they change Bone Stem Cells to Fat Cells.Also never ever take Onglyza or Januvia . They can can inhibit the bodys immune system and let cancer spread.
4) Diet- A low carb diet is in order. I can’t count carbs so I use Mendosa’s Glycemic Index Diet. Great for the whole family. http://www.mendosa.com/gilists.htm
This take Attitude and dedication. You say she wants to do it through healthy lifestyle, but one thing you didn’t mention >has she been a diabetic for a long time?Or this is the first time she checked. Because is she has been diabetic for a long time then why hasn’t she practiced a healthy lifestyle before?Any numbers over 140 causes damage. Blindness, amputations, kidney failure and heart disease.
Take care
TIN

Comment on Type 2 Diabetic Want’s To Stop Metformin Is It 2 Late To Stop The Metformin? by Kangenpo

Kangenpo — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 06:29:07 +0000

You might want to read the book I am reading called Dr. Neal Barnard’s program for reversing diabetes, and it talks a lot about eating the correct foods and to eat more foods with a low Glycemic Index (where the sugars in the food are slowly absorbed into the bloodstream VS quickly absorbed.)
It is best to read the whole book to figure everything out.
In the meantime, I suggest giving up margarine, butter, and cheese. Lessen milk products, and see how much better you feel in a week or so.

Comment on I Don’t Want To Have Diabetes? by sapphire

sapphire — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:26:40 +0000

Eat a tablespoon of cinnamon a day
Eat lots of green beans, asparagus, and green vegetables.
Eat lots of fiber–whole wheat and whole grains
drink plenty of water, cranberry juice and v8 juice
Avoid sugar, sweets and processed foods.
take 200 mg chromium picolinate, 2 mg biotin and pantothenic acid daily take two hours apart from calcium and dairy.

Comment on I Don’t Want To Have Diabetes? by nazrolbo

nazrolbo — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:20:02 +0000

Comment on Showing Signs Of Diabetes? by kitten lady

kitten lady — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 05:03:28 +0000

Symptoms of diabetes
rapid breathing/ trouble breathing
depression is be link to it to
boils is a sight to doctor say
exhausting
headaches, back pain, aching muscles, and stomach pain
Excessive thirst and appetite
Increased urination (sometimes as often as every hour)
Unusual weight loss or gain
Fatig
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Nausea, perhaps vomiting
Blurred vision
In women, frequent vaginal infections
In men and women, yeast infections
Trouble getting or maintaining an erection
Dry mouth
•Lack of interest and concentration
Slow-healing sores or cuts
Itching skin, especially in the groin or vaginal
numbness/tingling in the hands/feet
Areas of darkened skin
bruises that take a long time time to heal
i have it 5 years now ,my sister 15 year old have it since she was 6
run in both of of my family my ma sisters and brothers have it and their kids and also their kids
my da mother had it and die from it in 2005 98 years old and his brothers and sisters and their kids had it to we are over run with 1 ,2
Common symptoms for lows include the following:
Trembling
Clamminess
Palpitations
Anxiety
Sweating
Hunger
Because the brain is deprived of glucose, a second set of symptoms follows:
Difficulty in thinking
Confusion
Headache
Seizures
Coma
Ultimately, death

Comment on Old Fashioned Oats Vs Quick Oats….which Is Better For A Diabetic Or Hypertensive? by Viking

Viking — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 04:29:59 +0000

As someone once told me “the closer to the field, the better.” The less processing the better. Old fashioned oats are better than quick oats, steel cut is better than old fashioned, and the real deal, oat groats are the best. I’ve learned to cook them in advance…soak for a while, then put in a slow cooking until they’re almost cooked…just a little bit chewy. They keep well in the refrigerator, and heat in a second in the microwave. You can add lots of things…cinnamon, cocoa power, nuts, whey powder, yogurt…anything you like. You can also add it to salads, soups, or anything. Just use your imagination. Quick, easy, and really good for you, plus lots of fiber. TC

Comment on I Don’t Want To Have Diabetes? by sapphire

sapphire — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 02:54:57 +0000

Comment on Type 2 Diabetic Want’s To Stop Metformin Is It 2 Late To Stop The Metformin? by reginach

reginach — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 02:08:42 +0000

Well, have you made any lifestyle changes since you were diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes? Are you well controlled?
It’s not unheard of for those in the earlier stages of Type 2 diabetes to go into “remission” without medication if they follow a healthy meal plan, lose weight, and exercise regularly. If you have done all of those things, and your blood sugar is still out of control, then medication is your next step.
The key is to really make the effort, and not excuses. Many people would rather pop a pill than make healthy food and get off the couch. I’m not saying this is the case with you, but you get my point.
All of that said, lifestyle changes for some are not enough. Only your doctor can determine if you can stop medication or not. How is your control? What do you eat? Are you overweight? Be real with your doctor and yourself. If you have not made any lifestyle changes, there may still be hope for you if you act soon. But that is only a chance, not a promise. If you need to make changes, start. You can do it!
That said, take care of your body and put it first. You only get one body.
P.S. I’m not sure what the person above is talking about when they say to cut out “milk products”. Actually, low fat dairy has been shown to HELP Type 2 diabetes. That person is confusing the 2 main types of diabetes. It is Type 1 diabetes that *may* be linked to an “allergy” to cow’s milk protein/casein. Type 1 diabetes is the severe rarer genetic autoimmune kind that typically appears suddenly in childhood. It is an entirely different disease from Type 2 diabetes.

Comment on Advise Regarding Diabetes? by Abby

Abby — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:56:57 +0000

Insulin is made naturally within the Pancreas. Those with diabetes either cant make enough insulin or cant make any insulin.
You should definitely consult a doctor.
Has she even been diagnosed with diabetes?
I don’t know how you test BM’s over in the states but in the UK anywhere between 4 – 7 is normal.

Comment on I Don’t Want To Have Diabetes? by GreatThu

GreatThu — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:55:20 +0000

Firstly about your weight. This is a sign of stress. A person who is stressed may use a number of what I call “coping mechanisms” one of those is eating and there is a good reason. Most of stress involves others. People trying to manipulate and control you or people who are harmful through jealousy etc. The key is relationship and insightfulness that causes you to become aware of something wrong. Why is eating a solution? Eating means stimulating the digestive system and that means gaining a high parasympathetic nervous system tone. This is also the nervous system that facilitates rest. So if you eat you will get the same effect as rest. If you eat something greasy then you get this effect for longer because the digestion of fats takes longer so your system is held at rest longer. The answer is to get rid of the problem that causes you stress. Check out your thoughts. These will give you clues as to who is behind your problems. Other people can affect us. If it runs in your family, then family members may be involved or people that are associated with your family. There is no evidence of it being genetic other than family history, but family history is also about how one generation can emotionally affect the next and each other! You do not have to get diabetes and you can loose the weight without diets and drugs once you isolate and deal with the specific problem that is causing you stress.
Check out my blogs (aka annavictoria) at http://www.thoughts.com/annavictoria/blo… where I have started to talk about how other people can affect our health and without even looking suspicious!

Comment on Showing Signs Of Diabetes? by syl c.

syl c. — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:15:37 +0000

There are 3 main warning signs that you must listen what your body is saying because it can save your life. The first critical warning sign is thirst. The person with high blood sugar may have a constant thirst.The body tries to filter the excess sugar from the blood by passing it in water through the kidneys.
The next sign is hunger. Being hungry frequently stems from the fact that a person with diabetes cannot utilize sugar well as an energy source within cells. The sugar is circulating in the blood, but the cells can’t absorb it to use it as a fuel.
Frequently urinating is another diabetes warning sign. The kidneys are passing urine out the body to get rid of the sugar. The body continually is dumping the sugar out causing the diabetic to have to urinate often. It is amazing how the body fights to balance back the blood sugar.
Type 1 does tend to appear suddenly in most cases. You seem to have a genuine problem that needs to be addressed so it is a good idea to book an appointment with your doctor in order to obtain a simple blood glucose test and further testing, if needed. Early intervention and treatment is crucial in avoiding complications from glucose impairment.
Hope this helps.

Comment on I Don’t Want To Have Diabetes? by GreatThu

GreatThu — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:04:29 +0000

Comment on Showing Signs Of Diabetes? by Nana Lamb

Nana Lamb — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 23:29:06 +0000

What you eat and drink or don’t eat and drink, does not have any effect on causing diabetes!! You could just sit and eat candy and cookies and drink cokes all day every day and not have any other food, and unless you had the genes to get diabetes you would merely ruin your teeth!!
Sounds like you may have more problems than the UTI. Do go see the doctor again to have blood work done.

Comment on Type 2 Diabetic Want’s To Stop Metformin Is It 2 Late To Stop The Metformin? by Jeanne B

Jeanne B — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 22:52:13 +0000

1,
The success of bariatric surgery has been very consistant. People are having both the lap-band method and the gastric bypass for weight loss, and have found it also cures, or almost cures diabetes. From the articles I have read, the lap-band method has been more effective at curing diabetes. It is amazing.
However, it is very serious surgery, and very expensive. You must do a lot of research before you decide to do this.
On a purely medical platform, there are other drugs in the market, but metformin seems to be the best for diabetes. Talk to your doctor about that. Your pharmisist can also give you a lot of information.
You can read more about these and other diabetic issues at:http://www.diabetesselfmanagement.comhttp://www.dlife.com

Comment on Old Fashioned Oats Vs Quick Oats….which Is Better For A Diabetic Or Hypertensive? by TheOrange Evil

TheOrange Evil — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 22:20:56 +0000

Most diabetics I know who eat oatmeal choose steel-cut oats. Is that the same as old-fashioned oats?
Oats can lower cholesterol in the general population, but the problem is that oats usually raise blood sugar levels in diabetics. High blood sugar and high insulin levels (due to insulin resistance) can elevate LDL, lower HDL, and raise triglycerides. Thus, oats may not be the best choice for a diabetic who wants to lower cholesterol. In fact, just getting blood sugar under control can dramatically lower cholesterol in diabetics.
My total cholesterol was 180 when I was diagnosed and my triglycerides were 115. After going on a low-carbohydrate diet for a year, my total cholesterol dropped to the 130s and my triglycerides dropped to 70. My HDL went up and my LDL went down (81). I ate mostly saturated fat and protein and avoided grains, cereals, potatoes, rice, corn, fruit, and sugar.
So, that’d be my advice to any diabetic. If you eat oatmeal to lower your cholesterol, be aware that high blood sugar from the oats may be working against you. The best thing you can do is lose weight, control blood sugar, exercise, eat heart-healthy fats, and cut out high-glycemic carbohydrates. Also, take a fish oil supplement.

Comment on I Don’t Want To Have Diabetes? by Cammie

Cammie — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 20:07:37 +0000

Have a general physical with tests for thyroid and for Cushing’s syndrome.
http://www.cushings-help.com
Good luck

Comment on Showing Signs Of Diabetes? by Tabea

Tabea — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 18:52:44 +0000

Nobody can diagnose you over the Internet. If you are worried, please get your blood sugar tested. This can be done at many pharmacies. It’s free and you get the results on the spot.

Comment on I Don’t Want To Have Diabetes? by Cammie

Cammie — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 18:49:50 +0000

Have a general physical with tests for thyroid and for Cushing’s syndrome.
http://www.cushings-help.com
Good luck

Comment on Advise Regarding Diabetes? by William

William — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 18:11:27 +0000

Your mom’s ways to reduce glucose level in blood will NOT work.
Your mom do not need insulin injection at the beginning stage. She can take oral anti-diabetes medications such as metformin & glipizide (before meal). There are also other anti-diabetes medications in the market.
I suggest your mom to seek advise from local doctor, as her blood glucose need to be monitored according to the anti-diabetes medications prescribed.

Comment on High Blood Sugar And Turning Total B! T Ch, Are These Behaviors Normal For High Blood Sugar In Type 1 Diabetic? by Kasmyne Brewer

Kasmyne Brewer — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 17:59:28 +0000

No it’s normal.. My lil bro has Type 1 Diabetes..

Comment on High Blood Sugar And Turning Total B! T Ch, Are These Behaviors Normal For High Blood Sugar In Type 1 Diabetic? by Dr.dhananjaya Bhupathi

Dr.dhananjaya Bhupathi — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:33:37 +0000

Prudent to see a doctor to regulate her insulin dosage.

Comment on I Don’t Want To Have Diabetes? by Melanie M

Melanie M — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 16:19:14 +0000

has your doctor checked out your thyroid yet? i have an underactive thyroid and it makes me lazy and gain weight.

Comment on I Don’t Want To Have Diabetes? by Melanie M

Melanie M — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:12:45 +0000

has your doctor checked out your thyroid yet? i have an underactive thyroid and it makes me lazy and gain weight.

Comment on I Don’t Want To Have Diabetes? by Melinda F

Melinda F — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:10:30 +0000

Cut out as many forms of carbohydrates as you can. Breads, tortillas, chips just to name a few. The carbs from fruits and veggies are fine and lean meats. And whole wheat, oat products are fine.
Try putting in bulky veggies celery, carrots, lettuce, green leafy veggies. They are lower in calories and because of that you can eat a whole lot of them to get full without the side effects of a large number of calories.
Drink more water and cut out anything that has calories in it. Drinking a glass of water before you eat anything can lesson the feelings of hunger and make it where you feel fuller faster.
You can ask your doctor to a referral to a certified diabetes educator. they can teach you how to eat better and manage your symptoms.

Comment on High Blood Sugar And Turning Total B! T Ch, Are These Behaviors Normal For High Blood Sugar In Type 1 Diabetic? by Rudyann

Rudyann — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:39:22 +0000

It’s very normal. I have type 1 diabetes too and when my blood sugar gets high I drink tons of water, get bitchy, pick fights with my mom, get very irritated and all I want to do is sleep. And to answer the last part of your question just make sure she takes her insulin and drink plenty of water and get some rest but keep an eye on her. But if the problems persist she should think about going to her doctor to change her insulin dose so her sugar won’t get so high and switch to an insulin pump which is way better than needles and insulin pens

Comment on Advise Regarding Diabetes? by swtirish

swtirish — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:34:29 +0000

First of all, it is good that your mom is testing. If she does have type II diabetes then her body has developed an almost autoimmune response to her own insulin. Many diabetics take Glyburide or other oral diabetic agents to increase their bodies insulin receptors. Lifestyle changes, exersize and healthy eating are great. Sometimes however, these changes are not enough and insulin is necessary. I wonder why she hesitates to see a Doctor. She can have a blood test called an A1C to see how her body responds to the glucose in her blood for the past three months. In my practice as a Registered Nurse, I see the end results of not caring for diabetes. Renal failure, skin issues, loss of limbs and many other illnesses stem from uncontrolled diabetes. Encourage your mom to get the professional help she needs. Good luck to you!
Karensue RN

Comment on I Don’t Want To Have Diabetes? by alpla

alpla — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:26:45 +0000

Sorry.
Exercise more.
Genetic stuff weighs heavy.

Comment on I’m Hypoglycemic But I Have More Energy And Better Focus If I Don’t Eat Till Dinner. Anyone Else Find That? by tod m

tod m — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:36:16 +0000

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Comment on 4 Weeks Postpartum And My Milk Never Came In?!? by Ryan's mom

Ryan's mom — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:30:39 +0000

That lactation consultant should be FIRED. If your milk had not come in by the time you took your baby home she should have known something was wrong and your baby had to have something to eat. You need to be checked by your OB/GYN to make sure you don’t have an infection. There is nothing wrong with bottle-feeding your baby. It’s better than your baby getting sick.

Comment on I Don’t Want To Have Diabetes? by Melinda F

Melinda F — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:38:30 +0000

Comment on I’m Hypoglycemic But I Have More Energy And Better Focus If I Don’t Eat Till Dinner. Anyone Else Find That? by lucy2004

lucy2004 — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:11:27 +0000

I don’t understand how your dietition could be licensed. Not to vilify him/her, but I wonder if he/she really is a certified dietition. Putting a person in the condition of hypoglycemia is extremely dangerous, and it may kill that person’s life.
Symptoms of hypoglycemia included: Low concentration, irritation, confusion, tremor, etc. If hypoglycemia persists for a longer time, it may put a person into a coma, because your brain may eventually have insufficient oxygen.
I know this because I know someone with Type 1 Diabetes that takes insulin, and I’ve done a research for a health class on Diabetes. Taking too much insulin can cause hypoglycemia.
Having listed the symptoms of hypoglycemia, I doubt that you can focus better when you’re hypoglycemic. But you could be right about being able to concentrate better with hypoglycemia, since it’s your body, you know what you feel. Besides, everybody has different symptoms and reacts differently to those symptoms and the condition.
But make sure that you do eat your dinner after you finish your work, if you really have to be hypoglycemic throughout the time that your working. However, I suggest that you see a doctor – an endocrinologist or another dietition – because working while being hypoglycemic is very dangerous and can be fatal.

Comment on I Don’t Want To Have Diabetes? by RIVERKID

RIVERKID — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:06:45 +0000

I know it’s pretty sorry, but just try adjusting your diet somewhat and get any type of exercise, even if it’s just walking every now and then. At least you have an opportunity to not become diabetic. I’m type I. I’m pretty much stuck. I know it doesn’t seem fair, but I hope things work out for you.

Comment on Advise Regarding Diabetes? by Mick

Mick — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 09:03:44 +0000

Insulin should be a very last resort. If she is type 2 diabetic, then she is absolutely correct in that diet and exercise can completely correct the problem. Type 2 diabetes is no longer considered incurable by the type endocrinologists who have shown that the key is to lose body fat, especially fat off the abdomen. She SHOULD however consult a Dr. She needs to know how high her blood sugar has been running. That is a test called an hba1c. It will give the current average of all the blood sugars she has been running so she can have an idea of how much body damage may have been done. It may be they can get her blood sugars down on a temporary regimen of insulin or maybe just with some medications. But if your mom is sincere and follows through, reducing her weight even by ten percent will have a positive effect on her diabetes.