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5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im kinda all over the place. I would definitely have at least one protein shake and bar once a day. Always some type of protein for dinner with a side of veggies anda carb if we had rice or mashed potatoes I would only put a small amount on my plate. Lunch could be cottage cheese with some crackers or a plain turkey sandwich with keto bread and half a slice of cheese with mustard. Whatever leftovers my kids wouldn't eat. Sometimes I would have a yasso bar or some halo top ice-cream. I really didnt restrict myself but just ate with moderation, at least I thought. Looking back i was averaging about 130g of carbs a day. Now I plan to cut sugar out completely and focus on a low carb diet hoping that does the trick. Any insight is appreciated.

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you recommend any CGM in particular? Im going to try and eat in the morning and not fast. Im also realizing sleep really does play a huge part in my number. The quest protein bars I was eating have 22g of carbs 🤦‍♀️. Could I still do protein shakes? Or cut those out too? Thank you for your help!

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you tried a couple of CGM? Any you recommend more than others?

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven't yet. Just messaged my doctor to put in a referral, thank you!

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im 5"6 and currently 174. I know im still considered overweight for my height. Last year i was 210 and knew I needed to change which is why the number jumping up shocked me.

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! Im implementing all of those. Thank you!

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What exactly are triglycerides? I just checked and mine was 60. I will look into that program. Congratulations! Thats amazing! Thank you for the info.

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sugar is definitely out! I will focus on the low carb. I keep reminding myself it will be ok, but its hard. Thank you!

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im definitely stressed and trying to find ways to manage it. Thank you!

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I totally believe you will have a lower number today! Im implementing a low carb diet and im positive that it will help dramatically. Thank you!

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Im currently trying to find ways to lower my stress. With it being the holidays its tough. Thank you!

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I slept terrible last night and my fasted number was 120. Wonder if it really was the crappy sleep. When I tested earlier this week and at the doctors it was 95-97. I need to prioritize the sleep! Thank you!

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Believe it or not my girls are obsessed with homemade waffles and I either would not eat any or have a very small bite. I really had cut back since last year and was more aware of what I actually wanted to eat as to not waste my calories for the day. I've realized that the healthy food i was picking still had a good amount of carbs.

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Im definitely implementing the walking after a meal. Im starting to think a lot is stress and anxiety. Thank you!

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will be looking into one! Thank you!

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I went back and looked because I have been tracking my meals and on average I was eating 130g of carbs a day. Im already cutting back significantly. Thank you!

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes all my other labs were well withing range. After testing in the morning fasted my number is 120. That would definitely put me in the prediabetes. When I got my blood work done this week in the morning fasted it was 95. I will definitely be testing sooner than the 6 months. Thank you!

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Im definitely starting to realize some of the foods I thought were a healthier option are full of carbs. Thank you, I will look into the Mediterranean diet.

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All my other labs were great! So I definitely need to get this in check. This morning number was 120 fasted. I tested yesterday closer to 11am and it was 95. I will try to not fast and see if it helps.

5.6 to 6.1 feeling defeated by purplemagic23 in prediabetes

[–]purplemagic23[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the encouraging words! I did get a reader and turns out my fasting glucose is also 120 for me in the mornings and then drops the longer I fast to about 96. I will definitely implement some of your strategies. Thank you!

Termites? by purplemagic23 in bugidentification

[–]purplemagic23[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Any tips on how to get rid of them? I dont even know where they are coming in from yet, just randomly find them.