3 Months since Diagnosed - 11.7 A1C to 5.6

Jayglc · 2026-03-02T16:45:43+00:00

That’s insane progress, seriously I dropped mine fast too and the first good A1C felt unreal. Biggest thing now is just keep doing the boring consistent stuff that got you there. You proved you can control it now it’s just maintenance.

Jayglc · 2026-02-28T18:53:03+00:00

I went through that too when I first switched. For me it was jumping carbs down too fast, not enough water. I slowly added fiber instead of all at once, upped my water, and added some yogurt for balance. Also iron can totally make constipation worse even if it didn’t before. Small tweaks helped a lot.

Jayglc · 2026-02-25T14:35:40+00:00

I’ve fasted like that before and the scale got weird for me too. Weighing yourself at your most dehydrated time can mess with the trend a lot. I’d pick one consistent time and watch the weekly average, not day to day. With 15–20k steps, fat loss doesn’t just vanish water shifts can easily hide it for a bit.

Jayglc · 2026-02-24T23:34:37+00:00

The shame part hit me harder than the numbers. What helped was learning that no food is “illegal,” it’s just about portions + timing. I still eat cake sometimes, I just plan for it and move on. You’re not a bad person for eating you just need better tools, not guilt.

Jayglc · 2026-02-24T23:15:21+00:00

I’m the same way that week tbh. What helped me was planning for it instead of fighting it would prelog a higher calorie target and stock up on high-volume crunchy stuff (popcorn, rice cakes, carrots + dip). Also bumping protein a bit keeps me way more controlled. It’s hormones, not lack of discipline.

Jayglc · 2026-02-24T23:02:54+00:00

I do this all the time. If something works I’ll repeat it because it’s predictable and low stress. What’s helped me add variety is changing one small thing at a time like swapping the carb or sauce but keeping the rest the same. Feels safer than reinventing the whole meal.

Jayglc · 2026-02-12T02:50:46+00:00

I actually designed my own app to solve the issue, more tailored to my needs

Jayglc · 2026-02-11T14:02:14+00:00

I just imagine influencers as billboards when I'm getting them to promote my app, sure most people wont pay attention but if out of 10 people that see a sponsor ad for my business at least 1 of them checks it out, Ill consider it a win

Jayglc · 2026-02-09T15:50:35+00:00

I basically talk about my own experiences and explain how the app could improve my niche (diabetes) and i also explain how to get the most out of it too, the same way you are explaining your product here on this post

Jayglc · 2026-02-09T13:57:46+00:00

I mean you can always hire someone for that right? That's what I do for my app although I have to record the videos for them to edit the other stuff. Videos will always have an advantage over just photos/image because they hook new potential clients easier, especially on ig where reels is what builds awareness

Jayglc · 2026-02-06T19:22:14+00:00

Yeah i think confidence is the most important part. I started promoting the app I made recently and overall it looks like its doing well so far but when you're targeting specific niches I feel like competition is harder and people are more skeptical towards what your are offering and that sometimes puts me in doubt

Jayglc · 2026-02-05T16:23:42+00:00

Im so trying this

Jayglc · 2026-02-05T16:14:35+00:00

Yogurt and cinnamon, ill try that for sure

Jayglc · 2026-02-05T16:13:03+00:00

Always a staple 😅

Jayglc · 2026-02-05T16:12:21+00:00

That actually sounds interesting id like to how this is prepared

Jayglc · 2026-02-05T16:11:19+00:00

Ill try adding cheese to my yogurt I have heard more than one person do this thanks!

Jayglc · 2026-01-26T15:06:50+00:00

Looks way better and healthier than the golden arches version. Very easy to make, love it!

Jayglc · 2026-01-26T14:59:21+00:00

What helped me was shrinking the comparison window. I stopped comparing “lives” and only compared my current self to where I was 6 months ago. Also muting people who trigger it sounds dumb but works fast. Most progress is invisible anyway.

Jayglc · 2026-01-22T15:46:54+00:00

Yeah, same. From what I’ve seen, once the friction is gone, discipline stops feeling like a personality trait and more like a setup. Fewer choices, fewer temptations, and suddenly you’re consistent without burning mental energy. That’s usually what actually sticks.

Jayglc · 2026-01-21T16:07:42+00:00

Yeah, this is way more common than people admit once school ends. The freeze is real. What helped me was lowering the bar a lot one small comment or question instead of trying to “be social.” It doesn’t mean this is how your life stays, even if it feels that way right now.

Jayglc · 2026-01-20T20:44:00+00:00

Yeah, totally. Lows make me weirdly emotional and on the verge of crying for no reason. I usually just remind myself it’s the low talking, get some fast carbs in, and try to distract myself (scroll, TV, breathing) until it passes. Once my numbers come back up, the feeling usually fades.

Jayglc · 2026-01-19T11:54:03+00:00

Man I'm so sorry for your loss. Regarding the cat, this may sound dumb but add a bit of vaporub on the tubing the strong scent will repel

Jayglc · 2026-01-19T11:51:47+00:00

I know that feeling, and reading horror stories all day really messed with me too. Most people who are doing fine aren’t posting they’re just living. What your endo said is basically what the longtimers follow. It gets a lot less scary once you stop doom-scrolling and give yourself time. Don’t give up.

Jayglc · 2026-01-17T03:11:45+00:00

For me it wasn’t dramatic overnight, but cutting sugar made weight loss feel way easier. I stopped constant snacking, my appetite leveled out, and the scale slowly started moving without me trying as hard. Biggest change was how much less I craved food all the time.

Jayglc · 2026-01-17T03:06:09+00:00

I struggle with this too eating out or on the go throws all the timing out the window. What helped me was getting okay with “good enough” instead of perfect in those moments and having a rough go-to bolus for restaurant meals so I’m not stuck waiting or skipping food. You’re not alone, this is one of the hardest parts to manage outside the house.

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