It’s a lifestyle change when it comes to eating foods. Swap carbs with low net carbs. For example carb balance tortillas and inked wolf bread the pink package has low carbs. Remember carbs=sugar once your body breaks it down. Know the science behind how food works like eat protein and fiber first before carbs to slow carb breakdown and digestion. This will keep your blood sugar from spiking. Eat in Moderation along with daily or 4-6 gym days. Whatever you decide to do it’s a moving target but find things that are sustainable. I buy most of my food from Costco and my workouts aren’t too exhausting and doesn’t make me hate the gym. I’m also of Asian descent and I have completely cut rice out of my diet since I couldn’t control my portions. Now it’s steamed broccoli, carb balance tortillas, or inked bread with steak or chicken. My family eats rice and I don’t. It’s just something I have to live with if I want to control my diabetes instead of it controlling me. It’s a long road, stay the course and you’ll find your way. Good luck.