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He mentioned that it was the first blip that caught his attention. I go back in 2 weeks for a follow up. I don't know how accurate those blood pressure machines you sit down in at your local pharmacy are, but I tried one on Tuesday and it read 147/98. I walked out of there, white as a ghost.What did the doc say about the */91? I thought that was pretty high for the bottom number. In fact i thought that put you right in the high blood pressure moving on to stage 2.
My brother was diagnosed at age 10. First time I ever saw my father cry. Its rough but he lives a pretty normal life. The times he gets low are scary though
Good. I was about to chime in and say lose weight and stop being a ##### you fatty but it sounds like youre doing awesome. Good work!He mentioned that it was the first blip that caught his attention. I go back in 2 weeks for a follow up. I don't know how accurate those blood pressure machines you sit down in at your local pharmacy are, but I tried one on Tuesday and it read 147/98. I walked out of there, white as a ghost.What did the doc say about the */91? I thought that was pretty high for the bottom number. In fact i thought that put you right in the high blood pressure moving on to stage 2.
That being said, since the original post I am down 9 lbs. and eating healthier and exercising daily.
If you walk up and take your blood pressure right away, it probably will be high.Usual21 said:He mentioned that it was the first blip that caught his attention. I go back in 2 weeks for a follow up. I don't know how accurate those blood pressure machines you sit down in at your local pharmacy are, but I tried one on Tuesday and it read 147/98. I walked out of there, white as a ghost.zDragon said:What did the doc say about the */91? I thought that was pretty high for the bottom number. In fact i thought that put you right in the high blood pressure moving on to stage 2.
That being said, since the original post I am down 9 lbs. and eating healthier and exercising daily.
The auto BP machines read high. This is for liability reasons, primarily. So if you go and drop dead of a heart attack someone can say that the machine read you wrong and it should have told you of the issue.
I feel for you and all of those with Type 1. They should be called two different diseases.
Good Luck. Someone posted the link to marks daily apple. I went "Primal" a while back and feel as good if not better than I did in college.He mentioned that it was the first blip that caught his attention. I go back in 2 weeks for a follow up. I don't know how accurate those blood pressure machines you sit down in at your local pharmacy are, but I tried one on Tuesday and it read 147/98. I walked out of there, white as a ghost.What did the doc say about the */91? I thought that was pretty high for the bottom number. In fact i thought that put you right in the high blood pressure moving on to stage 2.
That being said, since the original post I am down 9 lbs. and eating healthier and exercising daily.
Knowing you numbers across day/night would be good. Might want to pick up a home cuff to track it.
I am wondering about this now, too. I did mine in the afternoon, as I did not recall anyone saying anything about fasting. I was getting a comprehensive metabolic screening and glucose was on there. I got 125, which is high for fasting but apparently could be normal if non-fasting. My triglycerides were high though, which is the other thing that she was saying was an indicator.
What's your current height and weight? Do you know your body fat %?
I think most blood sugar tests require fasting. Mine have always required 12 hour fastings. I would usually have my appointment at 8 AM or so and not have food since dinner the night before.I am wondering about this now, too. I did mine in the afternoon, as I did not recall anyone saying anything about fasting. I was getting a comprehensive metabolic screening and glucose was on there. I got 125, which is high for fasting but apparently could be normal if non-fasting. My triglycerides were high though, which is the other thing that she was saying was an indicator.
Definitely not a doctor, but based on experience it would seem really strange to make a diagnosis and prescription based on a single, non-fasting blood sugar reading taken in the afternoon. Really any form of metabolic or lipid profile blood test requires fasting as far as I know. People who are concerned about blood sugar often start by taking several readings per day over the course of a few weeks to learn about how their body reacts to certain foods.I am wondering about this now, too. I did mine in the afternoon, as I did not recall anyone saying anything about fasting. I was getting a comprehensive metabolic screening and glucose was on there. I got 125, which is high for fasting but apparently could be normal if non-fasting. My triglycerides were high though, which is the other thing that she was saying was an indicator.
don't know much about my mom's side (she died at 54 of cancer and was adopted). Nothing that I am aware of on my dad's side, but I will be talking to him tomorrow.
Jerk!Not trying to be a jerk, but work out more if you're not working out regularly and really focus on eating better. Someone in my immediate family has had Type 1 juvenile diabetes since I was a child, and it's a terrible disease. It's managed well, but is still a complication and something you will manage daily for the rest of your life. Can lead to complications including diabetic ketoacidosis, blindness, loss of limbs, and even death - even if managed with precision.
I wouldn't wish it on anyone, and am very proud of those who really try hard and do well to manage this disease every day. Always give to the ADA, it definitely touches the life of those I love.
I put on weight during/after college, and having Type 1 in my family I'm pre-disposed. Family doc read me the riot act to shape up, and I've been in good shape since. I cheat here and there, but always try to keep my workout routine and diet in check to hedge off as much as is within my power. It's something you want to do everything within your power to avoid if you can.
Work hard and best of luck with everything
What was your BP? Taking an anti-hypertensive to prevent complications from diabetes when you don't have diabetes doesn't make much sense.
I don't think you are predisposed to type 2 because type 1 runs in your family. They are separate and different diseases. At least that's my understanding.mquinnjr said:Not trying to be a jerk, but work out more if you're not working out regularly and really focus on eating better. Someone in my immediate family has had Type 1 juvenile diabetes since I was a child, and it's a terrible disease. It's managed well, but is still a complication and something you will manage daily for the rest of your life. Can lead to complications including diabetic ketoacidosis, blindness, loss of limbs, and even death - even if managed with precision.
I wouldn't wish it on anyone, and am very proud of those who really try hard and do well to manage this disease every day. Always give to the ADA, it definitely touches the life of those I love.
I put on weight during/after college, and having Type 1 in my family I'm pre-disposed. Family doc read me the riot act to shape up, and I've been in good shape since. I cheat here and there, but always try to keep my workout routine and diet in check to hedge off as much as is within my power. It's something you want to do everything within your power to avoid if you can.
Work hard and best of luck with everything
Yes, 2 totally different things.I don't think you are predisposed to type 2 because type 1 runs in your family. They are separate and different diseases. At least that's my understanding.mquinnjr said:Not trying to be a jerk, but work out more if you're not working out regularly and really focus on eating better. Someone in my immediate family has had Type 1 juvenile diabetes since I was a child, and it's a terrible disease. It's managed well, but is still a complication and something you will manage daily for the rest of your life. Can lead to complications including diabetic ketoacidosis, blindness, loss of limbs, and even death - even if managed with precision.
I wouldn't wish it on anyone, and am very proud of those who really try hard and do well to manage this disease every day. Always give to the ADA, it definitely touches the life of those I love.
I put on weight during/after college, and having Type 1 in my family I'm pre-disposed. Family doc read me the riot act to shape up, and I've been in good shape since. I cheat here and there, but always try to keep my workout routine and diet in check to hedge off as much as is within my power. It's something you want to do everything within your power to avoid if you can.
Work hard and best of luck with everything
Serious stuff. Lose weight. You can reverse this - assuming it's type 2 which it sounds like.
Yeah, not going to agree with that. My mom and best friend both have diabetes and both of their drs recommended diets different than a paleo. Ada has a recommended diet which should be used over paleo.
Doctors used to recommend cigarettes as well. The days of blindly following doctor's advice are long gone. Do some research and make sure that whatever your doctor suggests makes sense. Paleo is a very good option.
Like I said, I just found out on December 31. The nurse calling me told me their computers were down. They are going to call me today to schedule an appt. I fully expect to go on meds, if not insulin therapy soon. I called my sister who is an RN, and she agrees it's high, but it also could be a short term spike. But the fact that the sugar levels were sustained over a 3 month period is the true red flag. She told me that sugar in the blood is really bad. Microscopically, those molecules are enormous compared to salt molecules, say. The pancreas and kidneys are supposed to work to get those huge sugar molecules out of the blood stream, or at least at low levels. High sugar levels in the blood especially impact the smallest blood vessels, such as the tinyest ones in the eyes for example. This all has me suddenly very interested in learning more and needless to say very nervous.
It's everything. If you didn't cook it more than likely sugar is added.
I doubt they give you insulin. Are you doing finger sticks yet. They won't even dream of insulin till you get a strip of sticks done over s month or two.
The ADA-recommended diet and a paleo diet are perfectly compatible with each other. Follow the ADA-recommended diet. If you want to do it paleo-style, eat starchy vegetables and legumes for your carbs instead of bread or pasta.
This. Add in potatoes and beans.
In our practice you won't be able to have hip/knee replacement surgery if you are at 7.0 or above. You get used to the diet, just like you do with exercise. Best way to do it is to not buy such stuff in the first place so it won't be in your house. Don't go down those isles to even see it. Good luck.
So Adrian Peterson is 6'1" 220 pounds and is obese?
Atkins would be fine as well. Carbs are a killer with diabetes, if you can eliminate the carbs, you won't have any problems with your blood sugar. Most people can't, so just cut down as much as you can. Alpa Lipoic Acid is good for it too, will lower your blood sugar.
I knew I read about A1C somewhere. Thanks for the info. My doc told me it would take months to see a significant dip in that sugar index. As for getting used to the diet, it's not that hard. I remind myself that sugar is poison from the black death plague. I've got 4 kids aged 3 to 13 and I can't bear the thought of being a burden to them. Not yet.
This is one of the more unfortunate things Loren Cordain came up with, and a lot of the other paleo gurus repeated without independently verifying.
